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Originally Posted by jusper88
Thanks, so to complete the swap, what parts (brakes) would I need?
Heres one: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/wj...ade-how-13908/
And another: http://www.4x4wire.com/jeep/tech/bra...es03/index.htm
Both the same, one might be better understood than the other. Or use both in parallel to get the best. Good luck, Let me know if you run into amy problems.
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From: Western Michigan
Year: 1993
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 4.0l inline 6
I just swaped my engine. the doner engine was from a standard trans so the Flex plate was totaly different ( the standard flex plate has many holes along the edhe where my flex plate (auto trans) only had a few.
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From: Aberdeen, MD
Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L HO I-6, 703 Injectors, Brown Dog Super Engine Mounts
I'd go with the wj booster and master cylinder swap. I had abs and that's what I switched to, works great. I'll find the write up for you.
Heres one: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/wj...ade-how-13908/
And another: http://www.4x4wire.com/jeep/tech/bra...es03/index.htm
Both the same, one might be better understood than the other. Or use both in parallel to get the best. Good luck, Let me know if you run into amy problems.
Heres one: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/wj...ade-how-13908/
And another: http://www.4x4wire.com/jeep/tech/bra...es03/index.htm
Both the same, one might be better understood than the other. Or use both in parallel to get the best. Good luck, Let me know if you run into amy problems.
jusper88 you need 94-98 GRAND Cherokee Rear Disc Brakes (Calipers, Backing Plate, Soft lines, all the hardware) and the proportioning valve
Diff Fluid
Brake Fluid
RTV Sealant
Dremel with grinding stone
Here's a really good writeup: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/re...-8-25-a-57807/
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From: UT
Year: 1993
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Okay. Used the search and found a common issue but not really a conclusion, and browsed through this thread a bit but Im not seeing an answer so I will ask, hopefully not again
The vehicle: 1993 ZJ Limited, i6, stock. Got a tail lamp error the other day, went through the easy top of the list things but cant come down to what the problem is. Its the brake lights not working. Tail lights, revrs lights, and signal all working, just not the brake lights. Checked bulbs, they look good and good connection, and looked for fuses but im not finding one for tail or brake lights. Am I not seeing it? And also what on the switch bhind the pedal should I look for?
Thanx.
The vehicle: 1993 ZJ Limited, i6, stock. Got a tail lamp error the other day, went through the easy top of the list things but cant come down to what the problem is. Its the brake lights not working. Tail lights, revrs lights, and signal all working, just not the brake lights. Checked bulbs, they look good and good connection, and looked for fuses but im not finding one for tail or brake lights. Am I not seeing it? And also what on the switch bhind the pedal should I look for? Thanx.
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From: Roswell, NM
Year: 1997
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 L
That doesn't apply to his '97 XJ. He already has a power brake booster.
jusper88 you need 94-98 GRAND Cherokee Rear Disc Brakes (Calipers, Backing Plate, Soft lines, all the hardware) and the proportioning valve
Diff Fluid
Brake Fluid
RTV Sealant
Dremel with grinding stone
Here's a really good writeup: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/re...-8-25-a-57807/
jusper88 you need 94-98 GRAND Cherokee Rear Disc Brakes (Calipers, Backing Plate, Soft lines, all the hardware) and the proportioning valve
Diff Fluid
Brake Fluid
RTV Sealant
Dremel with grinding stone
Here's a really good writeup: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/re...-8-25-a-57807/
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From: Baltimore, Maryland
Year: 1989
Model: Cherokee
Engine: Inline 6
and furthermore, what are some of the reasons an 89 cherokee wouldnt start? its got gas, its got a good battery, and is cranking, but not starting. also, checked the distributor cap at a roommates request, and it appeared fine.
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From: Broward County Fl.
Year: 1989 xj sport 2dr
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 12 hole bosch Injectors
cps would be a check here look for brokrn or rotted wires contacting the engine ,also spark and fuel pressures shoulg be checked
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From: havelock, nc
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 HO
Ok...so the jeep started making am unusual noise today..when I start it it starts the noise...at idle it is like a loud tic, tic, tic, tic....when I put it in drive it gets a lil quieter....but when I take off it gets faster and still tics as the rpm's go up...at cruising speed it doesn't do it...but as soon as I slow down it comes back until turned off....I would say its the loudest when started and idling....someone said the spark plugs could be loose and the compression through the gap could be the noise...and someone said the flexplate could be chipped or cracked...I have no idea..does anyone have a clue..also it sounds like its comin from underneath like right even with the wheels or towards the back of them somewhere....thanks
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From: Baltimore, Maryland
Year: 1989
Model: Cherokee
Engine: Inline 6
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From: Constantine, MI
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
Need some help...I have a 1991 XJ with 4.0L EFI and a 2001 XJ with 4.0L EFI of course. I have some issues with the 01 and think it may have the notorious 0331 head. However I need to drive it. Can I temporarily install the 1991 4.0 in my 2001 XJ while I have the other motor on the stand I need to check it out there's coolant in the oil pan!!! But I need to drive it with the 1991 motor if possible. Thanks in advance.
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From: Rocket Country MI
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
your vaccum canister has alot of things it helps vent controls, trans, and front axle depending on how old ur rig is
Originally Posted by Sideways99
your vaccum canister has alot of things it helps vent controls, trans, and front axle depending on how old ur rig is




