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Expert: - 12/10/2011


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Mr. Finston, we "shade tree mechanics" really appreciate your advice. Have 2004 jeep cherokee V6,replacing engine now. Prior idot demoed engine, connecting rod came loose. It's been a bear to remove based on my prior engine removals, any do's-dont's. Thanks again for your advice.

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Hi Jeff,
I only have the '06 manual for Jeep but likely if applies to your '04. What is the 5th place of the VIN? Then let me see how much info there is about engine removal/install and how many pages are there. If not too many I can copy and attach those to an email. But I need to know you email address. So do a NEW Question, not a followup, tell that letter, and tell me email. But then check the box to make it a Private question or the email will be deleted.
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Roland Finston

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I specialize in Chrysler/Dodge/Plymouth cars, minivans, and SUV's for the model years 1982-2008 based upon my 50-year DIY experience, factory shop manuals and wiring diagrams. I offer fast repair advice to help you minimize repair costs by helping you diagnose and do it yourself. Problems with electronically controlled engines and transmissions as well as body wiring problems are my specialty.

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Five decades as a 'do-it-yourselfer' on domestic and imported cars

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Yahoo Autos Group called The Chrysler Lebaron Club (co-moderator)

Education/Credentials
Degrees in Physics/bruised knuckles.

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"Top expert of 2010" and "2011" at Allexperts. Among top 50 experts for years 2006-2009 at Allexperts.

Quickest "average response time" at Allexperts (currently no. 1).

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