buy a renix or not ?

Rmart30 · 11-09-2009, 10:30 AM

Ive found a 1986 Pioneer 4x4 with 4 cyl and 5 speed. Its stock with the usual dents and dings of a car that old...

Owner says it has had new radiator and brake (system) replaced in the last 2 years...

He says its been sitting 6 months and now will turn over but not start.

I dont have any knowledge of the older renix models..... Should I buy it or stay away from it ?

Hes only asking $550 for it.

nick_n_ii · 11-09-2009, 11:03 AM

OK first off to my knowledge ( and I might be wrong) but the Renix only counts for the 4.0L.

And a '86 model would pre-date that by being the last year for the 2.8 V6..

As for being a 4cyl. That should be the "Iron Duke" a very reliable 4cyl...

89eliminator · 11-09-2009, 11:07 AM

yup, the Renix system only pertains to the 87-90 4.ohs

pitbulld45 · 11-09-2009, 11:25 AM

I bet if you look around you can find an xj that runs for around the same price.

COSXJFAN · 11-09-2009, 12:22 PM

I would not buy an XJ with anything other than the 4.0, Renny or H.O. versions.

mike albo · 11-09-2009, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by COSXJFAN

I would not buy an XJ with anything other than the 4.0, Renny or H.O. versions.

X2 on that.

Rmart30 · 11-09-2009, 01:10 PM

Thanks for the replies..... If it was something I was planning on keeping I wouldnt even look at it. I wont but anything else for myself that isnt fuel injected.

Ive got 3 or 4 people in my hunting club wanting cheap 4wds and thought it might be something to turn and make a quick buck on.

Its over a hour away from where I live or I would have already went and checked it out.

Another thought I had........Dont most of the 4 bangers come with 4.10's? Did they use the dana 30 or 20 in those ? If its a 30 I could always swap those into one of mine with 3.55's and put my old diffs in it and try to sell it.

I might try to get the vin and see if the dealer can look up what it came with.

11-09-2009, 10:30 AM	#1
Rmart30 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Posts: 222 My Photos	buy a renix or not ? Ive found a 1986 Pioneer 4x4 with 4 cyl and 5 speed. Its stock with the usual dents and dings of a car that old... Owner says it has had new radiator and brake (system) replaced in the last 2 years... He says its been sitting 6 months and now will turn over but not start. I dont have any knowledge of the older renix models..... Should I buy it or stay away from it ? Hes only asking $550 for it. __________________ The fleet..... 93 XJ 33's w/4" lift.... 94 XJ country, stock....94 ZJ V8, BB w/31's....2001 XJ stock, Lift and tires coming soon....95 ZJ limited V8, (parts car)..... Newly added 99 XJ stock. Bought it for my dad for xmas.

11-09-2009, 11:03 AM	#2
nick_n_ii Anti-Obama, Pro-American Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Burtchville Twp., MI Posts: 5,242 My Photos 1989 Cherokee Year: 1989 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0L Transmission: AW4 Transfer Case: NP231 Front Axle: D30 open 3.55's Rear Axle: D44 open 3.55's Tires: 31X10.5-15's Lift Specifications: 4.25" Misc Accessories: CB and custom trimming	OK first off to my knowledge ( and I might be wrong) but the Renix only counts for the 4.0L. And a '86 model would pre-date that by being the last year for the 2.8 V6.. As for being a 4cyl. That should be the "Iron Duke" a very reliable 4cyl... __________________ '89 Cherokee Laredo 5" RC lift, 31" GoodYear Authority AT's, NP231 T-case, HD steering, RC double shear track bar, HPD30 and D44 axles... www.adv4x4online.com / www.1stopgamer.com

11-09-2009, 11:07 AM	#3
89eliminator CF Veteran Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Waterford, WI Posts: 1,145 My Photos 1989 Comanche Year: 1989 Comanche Engine: 4.0 Transmission: AW-4 Transfer Case: 231 Front Axle: HP 30, 4.10s Rear Axle: 44, detroit locker, 4.10s Tires: 33x10.5 BFG M/T Lift Specifications: 6.5 Misc Accessories: winch, armor	yup, the Renix system only pertains to the 87-90 4.ohs __________________ MJ=Man's Jeep 89 MJ 92 MJ 88 MJ R.I.P. http://www.WI4x4.com

11-09-2009, 11:25 AM	#4
pitbulld45 Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 130 My Photos 1989 Wagoneer Year: 1989 Model: Wagoneer Engine: 4.o Tires: 35 inch bfgoodrich Lift Specifications: 6 and 1/2 inch Rusty lift Misc Accessories: pretty much stock right now	I bet if you look around you can find an xj that runs for around the same price. __________________ If you have to worry about paint stay on the road.

11-09-2009, 12:22 PM	#5
COSXJFAN BROWN CHICKEN, BROWN COW! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 5,780 My Photos 1987 Wagokee Year: 1987 Wagokee Engine: 4.0 Renny Transmission: AW-4 Transfer Case: NP 242 HD drive shaft Front Axle: HP non-C.A.D. Dana 30 w/ 4.88s (locked) Rear Axle: Dana 44 w/ 4.88s (locked) Tires: 33X12.5-15 Pro Comp MTs Lift Specifications: Hodgepodge 6.5 front 5.5 rear Misc Accessories: custom 2.5" exhaust, cold air intake, homebrew bumpers & armor, winch	I would not buy an XJ with anything other than the 4.0, Renny or H.O. versions. __________________ STEELER FAN TIL DEATH!!! BAN OWNERS, NOT BREEDS!!! AMERICAN PIT BULL TERRIERS ARE GREAT PETS!!!

11-09-2009, 01:10 PM	#7
Rmart30 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Posts: 222 My Photos	Thanks for the replies..... If it was something I was planning on keeping I wouldnt even look at it. I wont but anything else for myself that isnt fuel injected. Ive got 3 or 4 people in my hunting club wanting cheap 4wds and thought it might be something to turn and make a quick buck on. Its over a hour away from where I live or I would have already went and checked it out. Another thought I had........Dont most of the 4 bangers come with 4.10's? Did they use the dana 30 or 20 in those ? If its a 30 I could always swap those into one of mine with 3.55's and put my old diffs in it and try to sell it. I might try to get the vin and see if the dealer can look up what it came with. __________________ The fleet..... 93 XJ 33's w/4" lift.... 94 XJ country, stock....94 ZJ V8, BB w/31's....2001 XJ stock, Lift and tires coming soon....95 ZJ limited V8, (parts car)..... Newly added 99 XJ stock. Bought it for my dad for xmas.

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