Mudpuppy1016

I'm trying to find out if any aftermarket yj or tj fenders fit my 98 xj or stock pic of yj and tj

Basslicks

Here ya go man.. cruise this guy's thread. He's got the Rear TJ flares on all 4 corners.

https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f46/pr...r-cart-114924/

RacerX

IDK about your state, but in Washington it is illegal to have bumper stick out past the fender - more than stock, (or like 1" ??) or past fender flares. - google it - YMMV

scorpion66772

Can we possibly get a sub forum under this for people discussing the the mods they have done from this list and what they had to do or order to make them fit?

MagicMexican

Does anyone know if the seats from a 96 Ford Explorer fit in a 94 XJ?

And if they don't, just how 'off' are they? Minor jury rigging or full on 'need to fab entirely new rails/brackets' off? The reason I ask is that I have a pair of really nice Explorer seats in a Ranger I just rolled, and I'm wondering whether to keep them for my XJ or part them out with the rest of the truck.

Basslicks

I don't know what the underside of the Exploder seats look like, but you should be able to just "adapt" your seat sliders to them. It will take some fabrication, but nothing major.

XJcreature

I'm wondering if i can pick up some shocks while i'm at the JY for my boneyard lift. Going for 3" with a bastard pack, ZJ coils, and hopefully some shocks.

The yard i'm going to has no JKs so thats out. I saw someone mention further into this thread that Chevy 1500s could work up to 6" of lift. Can anyone confirm?

Also, any other vehicles that have compatible shocks for a 3" XJ lift?

Basslicks

My advice, put your springs on, flex the Jeep out, and measure the extended and collapsed distances on all four corners. Record the measurements, then look up the extended and collapsed length of the shocks that come on the 1500.

I don't think it will though just based off a quick little search.... according to the info on summit racing's website,

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/q...et/model/k1500

Extended Length (in): 14.380 in.
Collapsed Length (in): 9.380 in.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/s...model/cherokee

(Skyjacker shocks for an XJ w/ 4" lift)

Extended Length (in): 24.750 in.
Collapsed Length (in): 14.540 in.

I didn't search all the different generations of K1500s, so I guess maybe the newer models, but I don't see them having all that much suspension travel in stock form, honestly.

XJcreature

Thanks for the info! Got real lucky at the JY and found some nearly new s-10 leafs and good V8 ZJ coils. I pulled the shocks from the s-10 rear just in case. Going to measure those when i get home. I'm thinking they may be alright with the BPEs but i'm definitely going to do what you said and take measurements at flex.

For anyone stumbling upon this, I measured the rear S-10 shocks and they were 14 in. collapsed and 24 in. extended.

LiamLikeNeeson

A tilt column ignition switch from a yj (I believe) works on the 89 XJ tilt column with a good amount of provoking.

NewKindOfClown

My J10 and my YJ have the same ignition switch part number as an XJ (all tilt)

Basslicks

Good to know.... if only there were any junk yards around here with ANY universal jeeps in them.

texastaz38

Anyone know what page of this post has the latest updated information list posted? been through about 50 pages and said "enuff" thanks

Happy Jeepin'

LiamLikeNeeson

*repost*

Hey guys for the sake of everyone doing budget junkyard builds I was wondering what parts from other vehicles will fit an XJ with little or no modification that will help the performance/offroad capabilities of the XJ....feel free to post your mods and links to build threads if you have them.....this thread is to help new guys on a budget get started

***note that these are not all bolt in mods, but can be done by most who are mechanically inclined with the right tools

Here is the latest re-cap of what we have found:

Suspension & Lift:
1. ZJ V8 Upcountry Coils = 1-1.5" lift
2. F-150/Bronco Coils ('70s-ish) = 4-4.5" lift
3. S10 (P/U or Blazer) leaf packs (cut eyes off S10 main and bolt pack under XJ main) = 3-4" lift (may require use of degree shims)
4. Dakota Bastard Pack (do same as with S10 pack) = ~4" lift
5. JK shocks = slight mod to fit 2-4" lift (some dispute)
6. MJ Shackles = 1/2" lift
7. Camaro Spring Isolators = 1.5" lift
8. Full size Blazer Bastard Pack (do same as S10 pack) = 4-4.5" lift (may require use of shims) may be stiffer than S10 leafs
9. ZJ spring isolators = stronger, metal core, can be stacked
10. GM fullsize pickup shackles ('95-99) = 1.5" lift, better shackle angle
11. Thunderbird Front Coils ('83-97) = 3-4" lift (varies in lift and softness by year and trim package), will need top plate from strut too
12. Any 2.5" wide leaf spring can be used between to make a bastard pack (they may differ in stiffness and lift)
13. S10 Shocks (Rear only) = good for the lift you will get when you do a bastard pack
14. TJ Lift Coils (front only) = provide 1" less lift on an XJ than on a TJ

Brakes:
1. WJ brake booster
2. WJ Master Cylinder
3. YJ Brake Lines = 3-4" longer
4. Dodge Ram Van Brake Lines = 10-12" longer (for big lifts)
5. WJ Rotors/Calipers = bigger brakes and more stopping power (will fit 15" rims)
6. ZJ brake booster, master cylinder, proportioning valve = may need for disc conversion
7. XJ '95+ brake booster and master cylinder = dual diaphragm
8. Dakota Rear Softlines ('95-00) = 6" longer
9. GM C/K1500 Front Softlines ('90-95) = 6" longer
10. KJ disc brake set-ups can be used for a conversion on your XJ axle

Axles:
1. Ford 8.8 inch ('97+) = need spring & shock mounts (3.55, 3.73, or 4.10, maybe LSD, Disc Brakes)
2. XJ I-4 & some V6 = may have 3.73, 4.10, or 4.56 gears may have vacuum discos
3. XJ C8.25 ('97+) = bolt in and upgrades to 29 spline (strength comparable to D44)
4. XJ D44 = found in some but not all '87-'89 XJ's with Towing Package
5. Lincoln Lockers = welded spider gears, operates like a spool, must be a GOOD welder
6. MJ D44 = need new spring perches and shock mounts
7. XJ D30 = ('95-'99) non-disconnect, larger u-joints, high pinion, bolt in
8. Homebrew posi-locks for '84-90 vacuum disconnect D30s, eliminates vacuum actuation (use search function)

Front End & Steering:
1. ZJ V8 Tierods = beefier & bolt in
2. WJ Knuckles/Tierods/Draglinks = beefier and crossover steering
3. Durango Steering Box = beefier
4. 350 or 351 Power Steering Pump = helps with oversize tires (requires welding)
5. WJ LCA's = more tire clearance (some grinding required)
6. ZJ pitman arm = 1 inch drop over stock
7. WJ rear LCA's = replace XJ front LCA's, 2" longer to accommodate a lift, some grinding required
8. WJ power steering pump (fits '96+, plug return hole, and use XJ pulley)
9. V8 ZJ front sway-bar
10. JK rear UCA = use as XJ LCA, its about 1-2" longer

Engine/Transmission/T-case:
1. Newer XJ intakes (may require some modification)
2. Mustang 5.0 Injectors = near bolt in (have 4 holes instead of 1, more fuel, better spray)
3. ZJ V8 alternator = more power to run accessories (some grinding required) 136A (for 1991 and newer XJ's).
4. Ford Electric Fan ('90-95 3.8L Taurus, '87-93 5.0L Mustang) = replaces mechanical fan, more cooling (8C607)
5. 2.5L Dakota Alternator = bolt in, upgrades to 117A
6. Dodge Neon Injectors = better throttle response
7. '94+ V6 Dakota AX-15 = bolt in (but must use XJ bellhousing)
8. ZJ and WJ stock tranny coolers with stacked plates (even an upgrade for us with the stock fin style)
9. 5spd crossmembers give 3/4 inch t-case drop on autos with no loss in ground clearance
10. Hoodvents (i.e. Lebaron, Laser, Turbo Thunderbird etc.) = help keep ur 4.0 cool at low speeds
11. You can convert the closed system to open without replacing your radiator by using the fill cap from a 4.7 durango or dakota, cutting it into your upper hose, and replace your bottle with an MJ overflow tank or any that fit. Then cap off or eliminate the T'ed lines in the heater core.
12. Homebrew Slip Yoke Eliminator (use search function)


Body/Interior/Armor:
1. 97+ mirrors are direct bolt in to older XJ's and allow you to fold them in on tight trails.
2. MJ/2 Door XJ Bucket seats = tilt forward, bolt in
3. ZJ gas tank skid = can be modified to fit 97+
4. GM power antennas replace your broken XJ's with little modification
5. XJ '97+ doors onto older cherokees = one piece windows and better mirrors
6. XJ overhead console = most commonly found in '00-01 or higher trim level, provides space for switches etc.
7. '97+ center console = can be made to fit '96 and older, gives you cupholders!
8.'96-00 Ford Explorer hatch shocks = lift your hatch about 3" lower but are beef (ever see one that doesn't work?) need modification for '97+
9. OEM skid plates (Front, Tranny, T-case, gas tank, found on "up-country" package XJ's)
10. OEM swing-out tire carriers, get the bumper with it, found mainly on '84-'90 XJ's

*feel free to ask questions about any of these mods

**Also Blazin Den has made a list of links to build threads for us! Recap with Links!

***Here is the Link to the thread on Jeepforum.com where most of this info came from Budget Builds: What Junkyard parts will fit an XJ?

TwistedWrench

Great info. But the 87-93 5.0 Mustangs never came with electric fans, only the 2.3L models did.