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Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:36 PM
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Easiest donors for a replacement 4.0L in a '99 XJ? I'm thinking '97-99 would bolt in, and of course '00/01 motors would require ignition changes and attention to the 0331.

Who has a handy link?
XJ Cherokee and ZJ Grand Cherokee 4.0L engine blocks interchange.

2000+ TJ Wrangler and WJ Grand Cherokee 4.0L engine blocks interchange.

XJ/ZJ blocks and 2000+ TJ/WJ blocks do not interchange without significant modifications. (1991 to 1995 YJ and 1997-1999 4.0L TJ Wrangler blocks will interchange in XJ/ZJ and visa-versa).

TJ/WJ 4.0L Engine blocks underwent clean sheet design changes effective in the 1999 WJ Grand and 2000 TJ Wrangler. These blocks are not interchangeable with XJ/ZJ engine blocks. The reason is motor mount bolt holes and belt driven accessory mounting bolt holes are in different locations, or not present at all, TJ/WJ vs. XJ/ZJ.

XJ: "Regular" (not Grand) Cherokees 84-01
ZJ: Grand Cherokee 93-98 (Gen1)
WJ: Grand Cherokee 99-04 (Gen2)
YJ: Wrangler 87-95 (Gen1)
TJ: Wrangler 97-06 (Gen2)

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Hope this helps bud
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:41 PM
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It does, thank you. My buddy just got a '99 with a blown motor. Would you happen to know off-hand which ones bolt in? We'd prefer a quick fix if we can find one
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
It does, thank you. My buddy just got a '99 with a blown motor. Would you happen to know off-hand which ones bolt in? We'd prefer a quick fix if we can find one
97-99 IIRC. Some 96s but it'll be hit or miss with the crossover period
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
It does, thank you. My buddy just got a '99 with a blown motor. Would you happen to know off-hand which ones bolt in? We'd prefer a quick fix if we can find one
91-96 got extra port on back of head for coolant temp U ll want to plug that up
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:47 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
It does, thank you. My buddy just got a '99 with a blown motor. Would you happen to know off-hand which ones bolt in? We'd prefer a quick fix if we can find one
if your near ny I have a 97 block with 135,000 and a brand new head😄
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 08:06 PM
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if your near ny I have a 97 block with 135,000 and a brand new head😄
Maryland is a little far away

Thanks, everybody. He found a '98 motor on CL that he's negotiating for. Fingers crossed
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Maryland is a little far away Thanks, everybody. He found a '98 motor on CL that he's negotiating for. Fingers crossed
good luck
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Easiest donors for a replacement 4.0L in a '99 XJ? I'm thinking '97-99 would bolt in, and of course '00/01 motors would require ignition changes and attention to the 0331.

Who has a handy link?
Me.
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
It does, thank you. My buddy just got a '99 with a blown motor. Would you happen to know off-hand which ones bolt in? We'd prefer a quick fix if we can find one
Okay, I'll quit screwing with ya:



XJ Cherokee and ZJ Grand Cherokee 4.0L engine blocks interchange.

2000+ TJ Wrangler and WJ Grand Cherokee 4.0L engine blocks interchange.

XJ/ZJ blocks and 2000+ TJ/WJ blocks do not interchange without significant modifications. (1991 to 1995 YJ and 1997-1999 4.0L TJ Wrangler blocks will interchange in XJ/ZJ and visa-versa).

TJ/WJ 4.0L Engine blocks underwent clean sheet design changes effective in the 1999 WJ Grand and 2000 TJ Wrangler. These blocks are not interchangeable with XJ/ZJ engine blocks. The reason is motor mount bolt holes and belt driven accessory mounting bolt holes are in different locations, or not present at all, TJ/WJ vs. XJ/ZJ.


XJ: "Regular" (not Grand) Cherokees 84-01
ZJ: Grand Cherokee 93-98 (Gen1)
WJ: Grand Cherokee 99-04 (Gen2)
YJ: Wrangler 87-95 (Gen1)
TJ: Wrangler 97-06 (Gen2)
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by cruiser54
Okay, I'll quit screwing with ya: XJ Cherokee and ZJ Grand Cherokee 4.0L engine blocks interchange. 2000+ TJ Wrangler and WJ Grand Cherokee 4.0L engine blocks interchange. XJ/ZJ blocks and 2000+ TJ/WJ blocks do not interchange without significant modifications. (1991 to 1995 YJ and 1997-1999 4.0L TJ Wrangler blocks will interchange in XJ/ZJ and visa-versa). TJ/WJ 4.0L Engine blocks underwent clean sheet design changes effective in the 1999 WJ Grand and 2000 TJ Wrangler. These blocks are not interchangeable with XJ/ZJ engine blocks. The reason is motor mount bolt holes and belt driven accessory mounting bolt holes are in different locations, or not present at all, TJ/WJ vs. XJ/ZJ. XJ: "Regular" (not Grand) Cherokees 84-01 ZJ: Grand Cherokee 93-98 (Gen1) WJ: Grand Cherokee 99-04 (Gen2) YJ: Wrangler 87-95 (Gen1) TJ: Wrangler 97-06 (Gen2)
You're late. this has already been posted.
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by a_shirey
You're late. this has already been posted.
take it easy on a senile old man. He can't help it. Lol
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by a_shirey

You're late. this has already been posted.
X2. Sorry Pete I beat ya to it. Did give ya the credit. Good info I share often outside of cherokeeforum
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 09:32 PM
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X2. Sorry Pete I beat ya to it. Did give ya the credit. Good info I share often outside of cherokeeforum
I WANT you guys to use my info!! It's free and easy.

Post links to my stuff. steal my photos and links. We're all in this together.
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 09:44 PM
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What are these/what do they go to? They have never been plugged in... Just wanna know if i can cut them out completely (hanging around behind dash)


(i know im pale)
Old Mar 25, 2015 | 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by ITTs_Cole
What are these/what do they go to? They have never been plugged in... Just wanna know if i can cut them out completely (hanging around behind dash)


(i know im pale)
Pale as in Albino?



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