I once had (different) problems with a four-speed in a CJ5. Eventually the solution was check the bell-house for being square to the engine, and...
I've been just replacing carbs left and right on all my small engines and chainsaws. For 10 or 20 bucks from Ebay, it is easier and cheaper than...
"fabricobble" :clap:
Yes lots, but none printable. Ethanol. Which accumulates water, if vehicle is not driven often. :watch:
I can't say if this is your problem, but I have always felt that my stock '88 YJ needed a larger m/c bore, to shift better.
Check the fan's thermostat hub, if it has one.
Possibly you can do some plastic welding with a solder gun and some zipties?
Separate names with a comma.