I did use the search key and found a few different answers from last year. Can someone clarify, on my year/make/model which alternator do I need for an upgrade? 1998 Jeep GC 136amp? Someone said direct fit, while others say had to modify the bracket. Then someone else said use a Dakota alt and its direct fit.

Thanks

 

The GC is not a direct fit, you need to modify the bracket and clearance the block a little. Pretty simple to do. You need to make sure of the style connector you have on the back of the alternator. They switched from a stud style (has 4 connections, iirc) to a plug in style, but I am not sure of the year. The Dakota should be a direct fit but I can't remember from what year at the moment, but it should be from the 2.5l. Remember, you should probably upgrade your wiring at the same time.

 

Forgot, the Dakota is only 117 amp.

 

O-rilley's looks to have the one for the XJ @ 136amp. I assume it fits without grinding.
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...ord=alternator