I have a 1995 grand Cherokee with a bad 4.0. Can I use a 4.0 from a 1989 cherokee?

 

With enough time and enough money, you can do anything to anything.

That said, it would be easier to do if you had an engine and related parts from '91 and up.

 

Thats what I thought. What year range is straight drop in?

 

If your GC is like an XJ, 91-96 should be pretty good. Ideally, the same year model would be best.

 

I have a good 4.0 out of a 95 GC with 112,000 miles on it for $400 complete in east tennessee. where are you located?

 

Texas.

 

I wouldn't use the 89, one its head is more restricted. Also if I'm not mistaken the 89 is pre HO.

 

Correct 89 is Renix too much EGR crap for me to deal with

 

The 89 was just almost free. That was why I wondered if it would fit. I have been able to find 94and 95 4.0's in the 4300 to $500 range. Are there markings or numbers on the transmission and transfer case so i know what I have? It is an automatic. I believe full time 4wheel drive or maybe it is calle all wheel drive as there is only 4h, n, and 4l on shifter on transfer case.