Budget Builds: What Junkyard Parts Will Fit Cherokee?
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From: Cloquet, MN
Year: 2000 Ltd.
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6
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From: South Carolina
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 HO
Originally Posted by Northwoods Snowman
I was looking at some Durango's in the JY this fall and it seems in 2000 they went to a rack and pinion steering setup, so your options are 98 or 99 only.
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From: Salem, IN
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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From: Aberdeen, MD
Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L HO I-6, 703 Injectors, Brown Dog Super Engine Mounts
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From: Central Washington
Year: 91 xj, 93 xj, 93 zj, 94 zj
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 2x I6, 2x v8
it's probably possible, but why would you do it? If you need a new radiator, don't chance it on a JY model that could have leaks or holes. Get a new one (radiator barn has good prices). A lot of people have converted the closed cooling system on early XJs to open systems like on later XJs - do a search you'll find lots of information on the topic.
I agree with not messing around with a used radiator. There's other problems as well, such as buildup in the tubes, bent fins, or a leak that won't show until you put an additive in (happened to mine without replacement. I'd recommend against coolant additives of any kind.)
I'd never heard of radiator barn. $92.23 shipped is good, as far as I've seen lately.
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Year: 1988 limited
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 litre
The pre '91 radiators can be serviced with some little welding capabilities.
I have unwelded one of the headers and used a wiper blade stick to clean out the clogged lines. Works like new.
I have unwelded one of the headers and used a wiper blade stick to clean out the clogged lines. Works like new.
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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?[/QUOTE]
thanks for info on mirrors and doors for older xj's. I was also wondering about the center console too. I have the 92 xj and it needs new front doors.
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?[/QUOTE]
thanks for info on mirrors and doors for older xj's. I was also wondering about the center console too. I have the 92 xj and it needs new front doors.
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From: Chicago IL
Year: 1997
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 Straigh 6
2007 jk shocks
rough country track bar
zj v8 springs
2.25" spacers
blazer leaf springs? not sure they were cheap and have alot of arch
iron rock u bolts
my budget lift
rough country track bar
zj v8 springs
2.25" spacers
blazer leaf springs? not sure they were cheap and have alot of arch
iron rock u bolts
my budget lift
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From: Everett, WA
Year: 1992
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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From: Washington
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
gm shackles
Grabbed some shackles out of a 90's chevy fullsize pickup at the pick-n-pull this week. They charged me 4 or 5 bucks apiece i think. I'm gonna try em out and i'll let you guys know how it goes.
this list is awesome! i had my head on a swivel at the jy after reading it. best thing for a college student (or anyone for that matter) on a budget build
this list is awesome! i had my head on a swivel at the jy after reading it. best thing for a college student (or anyone for that matter) on a budget build
How did this work for you ? did this bolt in place of the stock xj shackles?
Im looking to put some longer shackles on my xj when i put my lift on thanks
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From: nashville TN
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0l
i have the wj v8 upcountry spings and they ride great i think they accually ride better than stock springs and they flex just as good if not better