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    Typical mechanical issues between 110k-140k on '02 Limited??

    You're way off. Thanks for the input everyone.
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    Typical mechanical issues between 110k-140k on '02 Limited??

    We have an '02 Limited that has been essentially trouble-free up to this point. We hate the gas mileage and threaten to get rid of it constantly over that, but otherwise have been reasonably happy with it. We have 2 older cars though with high mileage and have to decide which one we're going...
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    Bought a hitch & wiring harness

    Had this same DrawTite/Reese hitch installed on my '02 LTD yesterday by a local trailer retailer -- paid $300 including wiring (DrawTite T-One Wiring harness, 118382) and installation. I didn't think the total price was *too* bad since there was just no way I was going to do this one myself...
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    Bought a hitch & wiring harness

    That's interesting...do you think a longer ball mount would be safe to use for towing a 1600lb (2000lb total with trailer and everything in it probably) boat?
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    Bought a hitch & wiring harness

    Well this is a convenient thread. Was just debating whether or not to order this 51054 Reese (Draw-Tite) hitch (which is indeed made by Draw Tite but not branded it) or the 75128 (which is officially branded Draw Tite). The 75128 is $58 more where I'm having the install done, but includes a...
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    '02 Liberty LTD 90k service time--anything to check other than what's in the manual?

    Our '02 Liberty LTD has just rolled over 90k miles. Am probably going to have my father in law, a former mechanic, go over the items recommended for checking/service in the manual at this point. Was previously considering and would normally just take it to an independent mechanic, but would...
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    Thanks for all that information--informative. Sounded like the wiring didn't work out as well as hoped...
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    Ahh cool--I have that. And the transmission cooler. So that's a good bit of the tow package already. So if I go aftermarket it sounds like I'll be settling for the 4 pin wiring (vs. the at least potentially more difficult to install 7-pin) and the extra small fan and shroud. Hmm. Basically...
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    Hmm...maybe I simply don't have this--but I don't see anyting that looks like this description. We're talking about the power steering cooler, correct? Is it anywhere near the power steering reservoir? If when you get your car back you could take photos I'd appreciate it--thanks.
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    Please post pictures when you're done with the installation. Would like to see how that hitch looks on the car.
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    Interesting. I definitely have the skid plate, but what does the power steering cooler look like? Care to take a photo so I can see if I have it as well? BTW--what was the shipping turnaround through eTrailer?
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    Good to know--but the dealer did not quote me for anything other than the hitch and connector. Those other things might be a part of the total package but they weren't offering me those things included in the price(s) I quoted. Also they were not offering those in the labor quote. Would be...
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    Getting the factory tow package from the dealer is a bit confusing to me, but I've called all over town and the best price on the harness/wiring I can get is $141. That's a 7-way connector part # 82207248AB. I guess it used to be less but that's what it costs now. The factory hitch receiver...
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    Optima batteries at Costco -- anyone running?

    Wound up buying the recommended Optima Red Top for my '02 LTD at a Napa auto parts. Probably paid $40-$50 more than I probably could have if I'd had time to shop around for the best deal. My Liberty is stock at the moment -- though I might add some lights -- anyway I think the red top should...
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    Thanks to everyone for so quickly providing useful suggestions. If I go with the etrailer.com/Draw-Tite class III (5,000 lb) setup, there are 2 wiring harnesses offered: http://www.etrailer.com/pc-VWH~118382.htm?vehicleid=20022402 or...
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    Want Tow Package for '02 KJ (hitch, wiring, etc.) -- any suggestions?

    I just called the dealer to see what it would cost to add the factory tow package to my '02 Limited--$373 for parts plus $475 more for labor. $850 for a tow package? I could just buy the factory parts somewhere then shop for an indy to install I suppose--but is there a aftermarket package...
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    Optima batteries at Costco -- anyone running?

    Our '02 Limited's battery died and I was wanting to go with an Optima. I figured it would be pretty simple to go to Costco and figure out what to buy but the book was pretty uninformative. From the Optima website it looks like they recommend a red-top (Group Number: 25 (9025-160)) but the...
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    How to tell if there's a lift on a Liberty?

    I purchased my '02 Liberty LTD used--and though I take it on some light offroad trails occasionally I'm really not familiar with lift kits and offroad equipment in general. I do now need new tires for my Jeep--so I'm trying to know what I have so I can replace them with the best option...
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    Replacement tires dilemma--Load Ratings and other things

    Am needing to replace some 255/70/16 Scorpions that are on my '02 Liberty LTD. Was looking to go to General Grabber AT2s--but I'm noticing the higher load rating (E) is only available in 245/75/16s in this tire. Really unsure about the difference between the AT2s vs. the Scorpions as it is in...
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    Mopar iPod Integration Kit

    Has ANYONE tried installing this with an RBP yet?

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