How To Section

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Please review what interests you but remember every disclaimer imaginable applies and the AMC Eagle Nest cannot held held liable in any part based on the information found here. What worked for the contributor may not work for you. Please consider all variables when applying what you learn here. Not all conditions are the same, and therefore extra thought needs to be applied when trying the below recommendations for the best results. Remember that safety comes first and if you feel you are not up to the challenge then get a professional to do it. Any reference to part brands does not mean the part is still available or the part will work in your application. We just hope that this information can help anyone with a similar challenge, and will make your AMC Eagle ownership an enjoyable one.

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258 (4.2) Engine

• How To Upgrade Your Valve Cover (1981 - 1986 only)
• Curing Carter BBD Carb Issues
• Alternator Belt (With A/C)
• TFI Upgrade
• Diagnostic ECM Test
• 21xx Autolite/Motorcraft carb upgrade
• Correctly setting your idle speed 1980 - 1988
• Converting from 7/16" head bolts to 1/2"

Body

• DECALS & OVERLAYS Repair Replacement
• Power Window R & R

Differentials/Axles

• Front Axle/Differential R&R
• Rear Axle/Differential R&R
• DIFFERENTIAL INSPECTION: Out Of Axle Housing
• DIFFERENTIAL INSPECTION: In Axle Housing

Exterior

• Cable-operated mirrors
• Wagon Rear Hatch Adjustment

Components/Accessories

• Rear Wiper Maintenance
• Wiper Motor R&R
• Wiper Switch Replacement/Upgrade

Exhaust

• Header Pipe Back Renewal

Four Wheel Drive

• CV Half Shafts
• Front Axle Lock (1981 - 1984 with Select Shift I)
• How To Manually Shift the Transfer Case (1981 - 1988 Select Shift Cars)
• NP 129 Transfer Case Rebuilding
• Cable Operated Transfer Case Shifter - Joshpit2003

Suspension, Brakes and Wheels

• Alignment Specifications

• Front Wheel Bearings

Rear

• Rear Shock Installation (Includes air shocks)

Transmission, Automatic

• Band Adjustment

• Diagnosis and Testing

• Throttle Cable/Rod Adjustment - 4 & 6 Cylinder Cars

Items to Make Your Life Easier

• Eaglemailman's Fluid Changer
• What to Pack for Long Trips -- Member Suggestions