That's exactly how mine started. I eventually had to have complete overhaul due to excessive synchro wear. The ax5 trans is notorious for synchro wear.
Hello, Go to your local Walmart and go to the sporting goods section and look at the camping equipment. Look for the tent seam sealer, and look for the tent waterproofing spray. seal the seams from inside. It will be easiest accomplished if you take the top off and lay it in your driveway to...
Normally a clicking sound when you try to start your Jeep is a indication that the solenoid is stuck and needs replacing. It Is a simple job and one can be purchased at your local auto parts store for normally less than $ 20.00
Hey JJ, check the gauge In question. On my 89 the gauge cluster on the back of the instrument panel is comprised of a flimsy flexible sheet that all the gauges attach to, sometimes the gauges start to corrode over time and loose their connection, you may even have to gently scrape the area...
Normally with a Jeep gauge, if the needle is pegged out, the gauge, or gauge cluster has lost It's ground. Try to run a new ground from your gauge cluster to the metal that makes up the frame of the dash and see if that helps.
Sounds like typical throw out bearing noise to me. If you are going to the trouble of pulling the transmission out you should change clutch, throw out bearing, pilot bearing etc. That way It will be a done deal and all new. Just my two cents anyway.
Check your valve cover gasket, I have a 89 YJ and I also thought I had a rear main leaking. Look at the rear of your valve cover and see if oil is running down the back of your engine and dropping off of your inspection cover. I changed my valve cover and it resolved my oil issue.