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Jan 7, 2013 | 06:50 AM

#19876

hick92

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lowrange2

They're also significantly wider. The OEM fan shroud for the 2.5 isn't going to fit the 4.0 radiator. You'd have to swap in the entire radiator support. (Or at least it appears that way. Maybe just the fan shroud.

Like you said I know the 2.5 radiator is much farther back.

Only one way to know for.sure

Jan 7, 2013 | 07:13 AM

#19877

luckyunblock

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From: Fredericksburg

Model: Cherokee

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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown

Should be good if you have a winter season where you are. When the temps are warmer, 10w30 is ideal.

Thanks for info

Jan 7, 2013 | 07:14 AM

#19878

luckyunblock

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From: Fredericksburg

Model: Cherokee

Quote:

Originally Posted by salad

To get the most out of a synthetic you can run a larger filter with a higher filtering spec like M1-301 but if you're not extended your oil change interval, the Mopar is fine.

And 5W30 is appropriate for use year-round.

Thanks for the info

Jan 7, 2013 | 10:38 AM

#19879

XJDAD

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From: Anne Arundel County, MD

Year: 1998

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L

Simple question from a simple person. What's the best way to take the weight off of the rear leaf bolt so I can flip it around? I put them in backwards while doing the lift on my son's 98 XJ. I need the bolt heads to the inside so I can mount the new rear bumper. If possible, I'd rather not pull the U bolts off again. Any tips other than that I should PAY ATTENTION next time?

Jan 7, 2013 | 10:44 AM

#19880

bhennessee1

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From: Chickamauga Ga.

Year: 2000

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Quote:

Originally Posted by XJDAD

Put the frame on stands so the tires are off the ground, then put your jack under the axle to hold the weight when you take the bolts out.

Jan 7, 2013 | 11:34 AM

#19881

dukie564

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From: Aberdeen, MD

Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L HO I-6, 703 Injectors, Brown Dog Super Engine Mounts

yea put jackstands under the frame and use a trolley jack under the differential to get the force off the bolt to remove it

Jan 7, 2013 | 11:54 AM

#19882

94XjSport94

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From: Carrollton, GA

Year: 1994

Model: Cherokee

Engine: Inline 6 4.0L High Output

Opinions on buying a high mileage 95 ZJ with a low mileage engine? Theres one near me for 1600 with a clear title. Says its idling weird and he thinks its the injectors...

Jan 7, 2013 | 12:44 PM

#19883

Celticclove

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From: provo, utah

Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

So I wanna do the ac pump in to a air pump mod .... My question is do I need a air filter and oiler ??? My jeep is a 95 xj sport I6 automatic

Jan 7, 2013 | 12:45 PM

#19884

dukie564

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From: Aberdeen, MD

Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L HO I-6, 703 Injectors, Brown Dog Super Engine Mounts

Quote:

Originally Posted by Celticclove

So I wanna do the ac pump in to a air pump mod .... My question is do I need a air filter and oiler ??? My jeep is a 95 xj sport I6 automatic

both yes

Jan 7, 2013 | 02:37 PM

#19885

luckyunblock

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From: Fredericksburg

Model: Cherokee

I'm going back in forth between Mobil 1 5w30 or rotella 5w40. 97 jeep with 43500

Jan 7, 2013 | 03:09 PM

#19886

salad

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From: Parham, ON

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L OBD-II

Whichever makes your Jeep happier. Assuming that was supposed to be a question like "which one?"... lol

Jan 7, 2013 | 04:00 PM

#19887

87laredoxj

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From: Post Falls, Idaho

Year: 1990

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

will i need longer control arms for a 4.5" lift? my jeep is at 3 now but going bigger for 33's from my dad. I know i need brake lines, shocks, and trackbar anything else i should add?

Jan 7, 2013 | 04:06 PM

#19888

bhennessee1

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From: Chickamauga Ga.

Year: 2000

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87laredoxj

will i need longer control arms for a 4.5" lift? my jeep is at 3 now but going bigger for 33's from my dad. I know i need brake lines, shocks, and trackbar anything else i should add?

You will need longer lcas, maybe sye and drive shaft.

Jan 7, 2013 | 04:08 PM

#19889

straightsixjeep

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From: ks

Year: 1998

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Stay at 3in, cut and bumpstop til the 33s fit

Jan 7, 2013 | 04:09 PM

#19890

87laredoxj

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From: Post Falls, Idaho

Year: 1990

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

trying to keep it cheap right now so sye is out. and havent found one for the 242 yet either. but where could i pick up some good yet high school budget friendly lcas?