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To: c.r. earle who wrote (171)	12/14/1998 3:30:00 PM
From: JDN	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 5790

Dear C.R.EARLE: Sorry to learn of your frustration. My mechanic does simple tests like have been described and if you have the work done there the tests are free otherwise about $25. Sure seems to me like you are getting a runaround there. Our dealer rates here in S. Fla. are I believe 60 or 65 an hour but you can certainly do better with outside mechanics. For something as major as an engine though I would guess you want either the dealer or a very reliable mechanic. Just remember, if you go through with this change everything you can afford to while the engine is out. They should NOT charge you labor for things like Water Pump, engine mounts, possibly transmission mount etc etc. We have a place here in Fla. called Savanna Jones which stocks a lot of jeep mechicals for about 50% of what you would pay at the dealer. You can have it shipped out for overnight delivery. Savanna Jones is located in Fl Lauderdale, Fl. JDN

To: c.r. earle who wrote (171)	12/16/1998 5:07:00 AM
From: Harley Davidson	Respond to of 5790

I have oil blowing out of the air cleaner on my 88 Cherokee. Did a compression test and got readings from 120-140 psi. Not sure if that range is OK but my limited experience tells me I have no major stuff going on internally. No PCV valve to replace but I need to check for clogged hoses. Also have a water pump making noise so I am at a point of waiting till something happens (give me a reason) then I can replace the engine. Its my second form of transportation with 179,000 miles on the clock and will invest a weekend to replace the old 6-banger. Thanks for the information that's been posted on Jeeps!! Jim