As far as I know, it's a stock 98-01 shroud. Idk, maybe the 97-down Cherokees/Comanches have a different sized one.


Just dropped the Jeep off a a transmission place to have the shift kit installed. Should have it back later tomorrow. And wouldn't ya know it. The guy that works there has a Cherokee on 4.5" lift and 33s.

My dad installed a M.O.R.E steering box/ pitman arm brace (sorry no pics). There was, of course, some carnage...


Poor drill bit never knew what hit it. Not only is the shank bent, it's also twisted. Lol.

And here's some pics of my speedo. I have yet to change the speedo gear since I upgraded to 32" tires. As you can see, it's slightly off. Lol.


^^Indicated 54. GPS=60


^^Indicated 60. GPS=68

 

Very curious how you like the shift kit? Is it worth it?

Did you get the 340-HD2 or the SK-340 from Transgo?

 

Transgo 340 HD2. Picked it up today at noon and he drove past me with a big GRIN and has been out since. 'Just taking it for a test drive' like 4 hours ago. He'll post when he gets back.

 

Nice Jeep. I'm all for keeping them clean and making them last. Those are the tires I wanted too!

 

SOOOOOOOOOO WORTH IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Shifts are so much better (firmer, harder, etc, etc). I definitely recommend it.

Teehee. Such a good mod. I was grinning all day!!!

Thanks!! I'm really liking these tires (for street use). I haven't been able to test them of road yet, but I think they'll perform great.

That doesn't mean I won't take it off road though. Not sure when I'll be able to go back to Rausch Creek, but I'm excited about going there again. AND MY COLLEGE IS AN HOUR CLOSER!!!!!!!!!!!! (moving to college this weekend, hence mad dash to get Jeep ready. Lol.)


Sorry for the lack of updates. I honestly didn't know anyone had posted on this thread (didn't get any notification on my user cp). LOL.

Anyway... I did do some update worthy stuff to the Jeep. Lol.

Finally ironed out the last few kinks with my supercharger install (the little things that bug you when you modify an engine with FULL bolt-ons. lol). Jeep is running EXCELLENT!!! I have to do some more mpg testing (especially on the freeway), but my overhead is showing a pretty consistent 11.5ish mpg for mostly city driving with a small amount of highway driving. Much better than the 9.5mpg I was averaging before the supercharger (and overhead console). LOL.



^^My hitch-mounted vice. Epic in every sense of the word (especially when paired with a sledge hammer )


My dad and I made some progress on our hitch-mounted snow plow idea... Kinda isn't working out too well (started twisting the 3/8" steel cross bar that the plow came with [the one we reinforced and had welded to the ball hitch]), so we had to come up with a mount to attach the cross bar thingy to the front hitch in a somewhat detachable manner. (still working on that one. should have a WAD [wood aided design] prototype made up soonish )

And I partially blame this guy: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f46/fe...-build-133572/ for what you are about to see...

I HAS TRUCK-LITE LED HEADLIGHTS NOW!!!!!!!!!!!! (what ORFXJ is running)

The fact that I was able to get them for a steal probably helped a little bit too. Lol. (my dad is great at finding good deals on things).

All I have to say is "WOW!!!". Honestly, I'm in love with them! I actually enjoy driving my Cherokee at night now!!! I kinda want to add more LED lights in the future...



Sitting there looking pretty while I tear apart my front end.


Bulbar on...


Bullbar off. I'm surprised I was actually able to do this by myself without having it fall on me. The interesting part is going to be putting it back on tomorrow...


MOAR stuff taken off. I think I installed my projector wiring a little too well...


SO...MUCH...WIRE!!!!!! I accidentally pulled out my custom wiring for the fogs as well... Gotta redo that now.


One in...


Couldn't resist the urge to check it right after I put it in. Lol.




Passenger side in (low beam)


High beam


How she sits as of right now. Kinda looks like an alien in this pic.


I'll post more pics of the front end fully reassembled (emphasizing on the headlights and how they look with the bullbar headlight guards installed) tomorrow after I put it back together. Lol.

 

I thought you loved your Angel Eyes? Not putting out enough light?

 

How about a 0-60 video?

 

Like this
http://www.dragtimes.com/1986-Jeep-C...eos-16242.html

 

you aren't seriously suggesting that your xj is on par with Mark Blair's running 8.90s are you?

 

What are you talking about? i didnt see anyone suggest anything comparing anything. keep your pants on.

 

really? having trouble putting two and two together there chief? here let me help you.

 

Is there really any point to 0-60 run in an XJ?
4.5" lift, 32"Goodyear MTR's, 3.55 gears, auto, 5-700 pounds of armor, tools, passenger, etc. This isn't a Honda board.

And yes it is faster than stock to 60mph. I don't know what stock 0-60 is to compare to.

 

Calm down about the 0-60 thing guys. This vehicle isn't a race car. It will NEVER go to a 1/4 mile drag strip. I'd rather just use it for it's intended purpose and take it to Rausch Creek as often as possible. This isn't a street Jeep by any means (even though it does get driven on the street and to/from trails).


I wanted the Truck-Lites to begin with. Just couldn't justify the $500ea. msrp (or the $500/pr retail price). Sticker shock like crazy. Lol.
But like I said. I found a deal on them that I couldn't pass up. And I'm always looking to upgrade things (hence going from 31" BFG Mud Terrains to 32" Goodyear MTR's w/ Kevlar).


X2

 

still dont see a comparison, someone asked for a 0 to 60 vid, random guy posts it, not even like the dude who started the thread made the post. ******.

 

Right..... Time for a long overdue update with TONS of pics (as per usual).

Rewired my fogs and off-road lights (since I pulled all the wiring out [fogs accidentally])
















It was raining and I was too lazy to paint the inside of the one housing.








Fogs (w/ 55w ballasts) and LED blinker/running lights only


Fogs, LED running lights, and headlights on high beam


Fogs, LEDs, headlights on high, and off-road lights (w/100w bulbs). So bright!!!


And now for the good stuff. I replaced my rotors with drilled/slotted rotors and ceramic brake pads from Brakemotive since my old rotors were warped.