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Herp Derp Jerp
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Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L OBD-II
Hey all,Newbie here. I have some jeep rims that came off a cherokee sport i was told. no year just that info. They are 15" rims 5 lug with about 5.25" back space. I measured from the center of one lug hole to the space opposite between two other holes and got aboutr 4.5" If I can figure out how to post picture I will
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Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
guys with cut fenders... What did you do with the little bracket thats about tds in the front fenders? One of the bolts for the flair bracket was holding it up no its not held by anything.
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Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: I6 4.0
Originally Posted by Sideways99
guys with cut fenders... What did you do with the little bracket thats about tds in the front fenders? One of the bolts for the flair bracket was holding it up no its not held by anything.
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Year: 1993 YJ Wrangler
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Hey all,Newbie here. I have some jeep rims that came off a cherokee sport i was told. no year just that info. They are 15" rims 5 lug with about 5.25" back space. I measured from the center of one lug hole to the space opposite between two other holes and got aboutr 4.5" If I can figure out how to post picture I will
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Herp Derp Jerp
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Ah of course... derp. Funny that I skipped LJ, though there's one sitting at the dealership next door that I see every other day.
What about the KJs? I think I've seen some of them with the steelies
What about the KJs? I think I've seen some of them with the steelies
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You're right. I forget about those silly little Chrysler Libertys. I edited my post to reflect the change, though.
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Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
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What order do I bleed my brakes?
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Year: 1988
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
dana 30 vac disc
I tried to search the answer to this but I'm not sure I get it.I have an 88 xj with dana 30 vacuum disconnect I want to replace it If I find a non disconnect with the same gearing is it just a matter of swapping the axles? I'm replacing it not only cuz I've heard they have their issues but the lca bracket on mine is bent and broken after a run in with a rock wall. Any help would be appreciated THKS
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Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
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Originally Posted by rockyxj1
I tried to search the answer to this but I'm not sure I get it.I have an 88 xj with dana 30 vacuum disconnect I want to replace it If I find a non disconnect with the same gearing is it just a matter of swapping the axles? I'm replacing it not only cuz I've heard they have their issues but the lca bracket on mine is bent and broken after a run in with a rock wall. Any help would be appreciated THKS
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Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0 XJ
If the front diff is in good shape, you can get a block of plate to cover the hole for the vacuum solenoid and replace the two piece "of crap" axle with a solid one piece axle from the J-yard. It probably would be easier than getting a whole new/used axle and swapping it out your the old one. I have also heard that you can put the old vacuum cover back on after you install the solid axle then just seal it up and plug the old vacuum lines to it so if you do a water crossing or drive in heavy rain it will keep out the water.
I tried to search the answer to this but I'm not sure I get it.I have an 88 xj with dana 30 vacuum disconnect I want to replace it If I find a non disconnect with the same gearing is it just a matter of swapping the axles? I'm replacing it not only cuz I've heard they have their issues but the lca bracket on mine is bent and broken after a run in with a rock wall. Any help would be appreciated THKS
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Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0 XJ
Most carriers are reinforced under the sheet metal. And the factory/stock XJ one is only good for a 30 inch tire. Anything bigger and it will tear up the sheet metal. I have seen people build a bumper with a trailer axle as a hinge/pivot for a tire carrier. I thought about buying a regular after market heavy duty bumper without the tire carrier and installing the axle hinge and latch to the new bumper. Bumper without tire carrier $250 to $300, one with tire carrier, $800.
Would the rear quarter panel/body panel be strong enough to support one of those swing out tire carriers, similar to one found on a 2000 Chevy blazer? I believe they have 2 bolted down brackets that attached to the body. I know I would have to rig something up for the right bolt pattern so my wheel would fit on. I would have a 31 10.5 15 on it by the way.
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Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
If i have a 94 motor in my 88 with the original renix intake (i know po did it) can i skip a step when swapping to the correct intake and go to the 99+?
Edit: also is there anyway of pin pointing the exact year on the motor so i know if he was lying? I know its not renix because of the valve cover and oil filter adapter
Edit: also is there anyway of pin pointing the exact year on the motor so i know if he was lying? I know its not renix because of the valve cover and oil filter adapter
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Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L High output inline 6
96 xj, stock grears in front and back. wondering what a good gear ratio would be for 33 inch tires so i can keep a good speed on the highway but stil be able to tow.