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Old Aug 9, 2013 | 03:08 AM
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Its a 2.1L TD 5 speed 4x4. Anyone know what gear ratios these came with? Buddy has one with a bad engine, consider snagging the axles from it if there at least 3.73's..
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Old Aug 9, 2013 | 07:13 AM
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I'm almost positive they're at least 3.73s if not 4.10s. Can you get a peek at the front or rear axle tags?
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Old Aug 10, 2013 | 12:29 PM
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If your buddy would consider parting out the XJ, I have a Turbo diesel MJ I could use some backup parts for.

Rob
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Old Aug 10, 2013 | 08:07 PM
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You can do the old "spin the tire test".
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Old Aug 12, 2013 | 03:08 PM
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Man, I Wish I had a 1985 2.1 Renault Turbo Diesel Cherokee. I have seen one in 13 years of Drivin on workin on XJs.
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Old Aug 12, 2013 | 04:10 PM
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I happened to be in Bulgaria last week and came across this TD XJ. Looked to be in great condition.

2.1L TD cherokee-6tv57hf.jpg
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Old Aug 12, 2013 | 06:23 PM
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Wow, that is a clean Jeep. I would love to have access to the 2.1 TD engine.
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