Im looking at buyin one of these in the morning and im looking for so input on the life of the motor and trans bc this will be my DD and my toy hauler

2001 GC LIMITED 4.7 V8 103,000 miles $6,995


2004 GC OVERLAND 4.7 V8 135,000 8,500

 

Well I believe the overland has the HO motor, an additional 35hp than the 4.7L LO. However, it does cost a bit more. Both look pretty sweet, but you get what you pay for. They're both Awd right?

 

sorry forgot to add that they are both 4wd

 

If you want my honest opinion, stay away from the 4.7.

I would buy a 4.0 with Selectrac 242 transfer case. The auto transmissions start to have problems at about 135K if not taken care of. JMHO

 

yea id rather have the 4.0 but im not sure bout towing my xj on a 16ft car trailer with it

 

In that case, I definitly would not buy the 4.7. They have head warping and overheating problems. The 4.0 will tow a car hauler, but it will be puffing. Keep the speed down and lock out O/D.

Remember, when you load your trailer, keep the tongue weight around 250 pounds.

 

What he said, the 4.7 is a ticking time bomb go newer and grab the hemi or find an older zj with the 5.2 if you want to get your moneys worth out of your purchase. Also sure a lot of people say that the 4.0 can't handle towing like that but it can, like above keep it in the right gear and she will get you there and back every time.

 

I can't stress enough that the 242 transfer case has the least problems. It is all mechanical with no viscous clutch to worry about, especially with towing. Also, put a friction modifier in the rear diff, even if it's not limited slip. It will help with the added stress of towing.