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08-08-2012, 12:17 PM
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Year: 2000
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Originally Posted by Reece
Does anyone have a cross reference number for a full size oil filter to replace the "shorty"? Is there any benefit?
08-08-2012, 01:14 PM
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Google this phrase "oversized oil filter chart jeep Cherokee" and go to the first result. Not sponsored links.
I would insert the link but i don't know if it's against forum rules to link to another forum. I know other ones I am on sometimes it isn't allowed.
I would insert the link but i don't know if it's against forum rules to link to another forum. I know other ones I am on sometimes it isn't allowed.
08-08-2012, 01:41 PM
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Year: 1995
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Originally Posted by bruni86xj
I was thinkin bout goin to Lucas oil or purple power, whats your guys thoughts on those, n prolly a k&n filter
08-08-2012, 01:51 PM
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Year: 1998
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Engine: h.o. 4.0
Originally Posted by Jrock(fos)
Purple power as in royal purple? I've heard that when your out wheeling and build up the heat that it thins out and it's no bueno.
08-08-2012, 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Jrock(fos)
Dang it's only Wednesday!!!!
08-08-2012, 03:20 PM
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Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Originally Posted by JRT1393
Has anybody used the super-tech from Wal-Mart in a 4.0? We've always run it since we found it since it's a synthetic oil & it's done great in our other vehicles
08-08-2012, 03:30 PM
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As offroadordnance explained, the diesel oil has more zinc for our 4.0s with flat tappets.
08-08-2012, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by cruiser54
I wuldn't waste my money when you can get Rotella and a Mopar oil filter at Walmart.
As offroadordnance explained, the diesel oil has more zinc for our 4.0s with flat tappets.
