Jeep Builds Make your own jeep build thread here, discuss and view jeeps here. All Jeep models are welcome here.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Project: 4wd conversion 99 XJ

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 01-23-2017, 11:57 AM
  #106  
CF Veteran
 
LACK's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: CA
Posts: 1,535
Likes: 0
Received 7 Likes on 4 Posts
Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

Get those front springs put in and see if you still rub.

Also for the rear you can always get some shackle relocation brackets which will not only give you more flex but a little extra lift to match the front.
Old 01-23-2017, 01:29 PM
  #107  
CF Veteran
Thread Starter
 
5-Speed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: SoCal
Posts: 3,457
Received 374 Likes on 294 Posts
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

Originally Posted by LACK
Get those front springs put in and see if you still rub.

Also for the rear you can always get some shackle relocation brackets which will not only give you more flex but a little extra lift to match the front.
Springs are going in once I get a d30. I am sure they will help but I have a feeling I will still need longer bump stops. I found out that I am missing the one for the passengers side so I need some new ones anyways.

I was thinking the same thing for the rear. 3" isnt much too ask for, so longer shackles and the relocation bracket should do the trick for the time being.

The track bar went in last night as well. Drilled out the axle side mount to 1/2" and everything was good. No old rusted bolts or anything.
Old 01-23-2017, 01:36 PM
  #108  
CF Veteran
 
LACK's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: CA
Posts: 1,535
Likes: 0
Received 7 Likes on 4 Posts
Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

Originally Posted by 5-Speed
Springs are going in once I get a d30. I am sure they will help but I have a feeling I will still need longer bump stops. I found out that I am missing the one for the passengers side so I need some new ones anyways.

I was thinking the same thing for the rear. 3" isnt much too ask for, so longer shackles and the relocation bracket should do the trick for the time being.

The track bar went in last night as well. Drilled out the axle side mount to 1/2" and everything was good. No old rusted bolts or anything.
Right on, im glad.

Plus the relocation brackets and proper shackle angle should help the rear flex nicely.
Old 01-23-2017, 02:25 PM
  #109  
CF Veteran
Thread Starter
 
5-Speed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: SoCal
Posts: 3,457
Received 374 Likes on 294 Posts
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

Originally Posted by LACK
Right on, im glad.

Plus the relocation brackets and proper shackle angle should help the rear flex nicely.
That's what I am hoping for! Need to get some longer shocks next. I am pretty sure the ones I have are standard length and limiting the down travel.
Old 01-24-2017, 09:59 AM
  #110  
CF Veteran
 
Jeepin'_Aint_EZ's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Ocean County, NJ
Posts: 2,208
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
Default

bumpstops are going to be your friend. You can actually have a very flexy rig with low lift when you get properly bumped and the right shocks. I'm going to be throwing in more bumpstop and getting longer shocks for my rig. Maybe even cut some more fender out. It's been an issue where I run out of down travel and don't even hit the bump stops yet.
Old 01-25-2017, 02:02 PM
  #111  
CF Veteran
Thread Starter
 
5-Speed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: SoCal
Posts: 3,457
Received 374 Likes on 294 Posts
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

Well I found out last night that my radiator is leaking. I saw that there was water dripping a few days ago but though it was leftovers from driving through a puddle. So sure enough, after sitting in the garage for a few days, it was still dripping. I got home last night, and there was a huge puddle. I checked all the hoses and they are fine. Looks like it is coming out between where the aluminum crimps to the tank.
Old 01-25-2017, 02:18 PM
  #112  
Seasoned Member
 
Codak's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Nashville
Posts: 271
Received 25 Likes on 17 Posts
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0L
Default

Amazon has the OEM replacement radiator for 76$. Just put one in my 2000. Probably the cheapest you will find it.
Old 01-25-2017, 02:36 PM
  #113  
Newbie
 
MagicMexican's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 26
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Model: Cherokee
Default

Originally Posted by Codak
Amazon has the OEM replacement radiator for 76$. Just put one in my 2000. Probably the cheapest you will find it.
Technically, eBay is cheaper if you like to live life on the edge, YOLO style.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171706807303
Old 01-25-2017, 05:39 PM
  #114  
CF Veteran
Thread Starter
 
5-Speed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: SoCal
Posts: 3,457
Received 374 Likes on 294 Posts
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

Ya i think ebay was like $54. The only problem is that they all have a provision for the trans cooler. That means less cooling compared to what i already have. Might just go for one of the all aluminum 3 fan radiators.
Old 01-26-2017, 08:28 AM
  #115  
CF Veteran
 
Jeepin'_Aint_EZ's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Ocean County, NJ
Posts: 2,208
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
Default

I would honestly throw an OEM style radiator back in and freshen your stock system while you're in there. New hoses, thermostat, etc. I have seen a lot of poor reviews with those 3 fan setups since they don't flow enough air. The mechanical fan does the job no problem!
Old 01-26-2017, 03:09 PM
  #116  
CF Veteran
Thread Starter
 
5-Speed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: SoCal
Posts: 3,457
Received 374 Likes on 294 Posts
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

Originally Posted by Jeepin'_Aint_EZ
I would honestly throw an OEM style radiator back in and freshen your stock system while you're in there. New hoses, thermostat, etc. I have seen a lot of poor reviews with those 3 fan setups since they don't flow enough air. The mechanical fan does the job no problem!
I was almost thinking of flushing the system first. That way I can free whatever gunk is left over in the system and clog the old radiator up instead of the new one. Then of course we all know the water pump will go out after the flush (never fails). So might as well do ALL the cooling components at the same time. Well everything except the heater core. Heater cores in XJs are no fun...
Old 01-26-2017, 03:22 PM
  #117  
CF Veteran
Thread Starter
 
5-Speed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: SoCal
Posts: 3,457
Received 374 Likes on 294 Posts
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

So now it comes down to a full aluminum radiator for $100 (still uses stock fans and mounts) or a OE style replacement for $50. Thoughts?
Old 01-26-2017, 03:37 PM
  #118  
CF Veteran
 
Jeepin'_Aint_EZ's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Ocean County, NJ
Posts: 2,208
Likes: 0
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
Default

Just throw an OE radiator in. The stock cooling system works great for the cherokee
Old 01-26-2017, 03:50 PM
  #119  
CF Veteran
Thread Starter
 
5-Speed's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: SoCal
Posts: 3,457
Received 374 Likes on 294 Posts
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Default

Originally Posted by Jeepin'_Aint_EZ
Just throw an OE radiator in. The stock cooling system works great for the cherokee
Sounds like a plan. I cant say I have ever had a Cherokee over heat so makes sense.

On another note, after 6 weeks of searching, I finally found a Dana 30! Its actually the cheapest one I could find and I dont have to pull it. Should be getting dropped off at my shop tomorrow. FINALLY!!!

Will it be 4wd and ready for KOH? Very very possible now. Sounds like I have a busy weekend ahead of me.
Old 01-26-2017, 04:44 PM
  #120  
Seasoned Member
 
Codak's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Nashville
Posts: 271
Received 25 Likes on 17 Posts
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0L
Default

Yeah i would stick with OEM style. Just keep your cooling system up to par, and you should never really have a problem with overheating. i like to change my coolant once a year, it's cheap enough to just do that.



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:27 AM.