Getting ready to replace my clutch in a '91 cherokee with 4.0 & AX-15.
Going to do oil pan gasket and rear main seal while I have the flywheel off being turned.
So any insight on those parts is appreciated as well.

Who is known for having a good quality slave cylinder in the clutch kits?

Looking at brands like Exedy, Sachs and the Luk Rep set...

 

Jusr replaced the clutch in a 97 when changing the engine. Did the research with most saying go with Centerforce but did not want to spend the extra cash. There was some concern from posts a few years ago about the throw out bearing on a Luk but nothing lately. So, went with the Luk and because the jeep is still not on the road yet, I cant give a report but, everything seems good. Oh, and good luck with those2 external torx bolts on top of the tranny. My advice would be to buy a E12 rachet wrench which think would help. I had the socket and there is not enough room for it.

 

Does your '97 have the internal slave/throw out bearing assembly?

 

Yep

 

Alright.
Thanks for the input and advice.
If you were pulling the trans, would it have been easier to access the bolts?

 

Yes once you lower the trans you have a bit more access to get a good bite on the e12 socket...make sure you loosen up the motor mounts or you'll be replacing them...
The internal slave enemy is HEAT...if your in an area that temps rise and your constantly in stop and go traffic your liable to change it again within a couple years...
But the best ones are the oe MOPAR ones but to get a complete kit the luk kit is the best...

 

Alright, I ordered the basic LUK Rep set.
I stalked Rockauto until some showed up for $121