The Homebrew Jeep Mod Thread
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From: Los Angeles, CA
Year: 1989 Limited
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: I-6 4.0L AMC Renix
Originally Posted by DEMon357XJ
As far as that come along I would recommend something that is rated more than 2 tons, because the jeep with people and gear will weigh in close to that, and not only that, you will most likely be using in when stuck. Especially in something like mud, there is hydraulic pressure that requires a lot more force to move the jeep through than simply rolling. Couple that with possibly having to pull it uphill through the mud you will be very likely to break the come along. With winches I do believe it is recommended to have one that is at least 1.5 times as strong as your vehicle weighs with everything in it. I have a similar one rated at 8000 and personally would not use anything rated below 6000 without other factors. Please don't take any of this negatively, I just like when people are informed and don't want to see anyone get hurt.
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From: Northern Kentucky
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
As far as that come along I would recommend something that is rated more than 2 tons, because the jeep with people and gear will weigh in close to that, and not only that, you will most likely be using in when stuck. Especially in something like mud, there is hydraulic pressure that requires a lot more force to move the jeep through than simply rolling. Couple that with possibly having to pull it uphill through the mud you will be very likely to break the come along. With winches I do believe it is recommended to have one that is at least 1.5 times as strong as your vehicle weighs with everything in it. I have a similar one rated at 8000 and personally would not use anything rated below 6000 without other factors. Please don't take any of this negatively, I just like when people are informed and don't want to see anyone get hurt.
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From: York County, PA
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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From: Colorado
Year: 1991 2-Door
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 liter
Yeah, it turns out so much better to change your radio with the kit. I am glade I did mine the right way. It keeps things wired the right way.
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From: Los Angeles, CA
Year: 1989 Limited
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: I-6 4.0L AMC Renix
Yeah. I agree. I also got an amazing deal on a pioneer head unit for $68 when its original price was $190. Bargaining skills are very nice to have
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From: Northern Kentucky
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
Not trying to "take sides" in this seemingly passionate hate post, BUT... I believe what he was saying was that he tore wiring out of the DECK, not that he hacked up the factory wiring on the harness. So essentially, he saved the factory wiring, just effectively trashed the deck. all in all, he's essentially made his own wiring harness and saved 10 bucks in the process... just my .02
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From: Dont Colorado Wyoming
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
Built this storage box and dog deck. the deck form fits to the plastic trimming so they cant pinch their paws. I used 1x10's and 3/4" sheathing and basic 2 way hinges.
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From: virginia
Year: 1997
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Not trying to "take sides" in this seemingly passionate hate post, BUT... I believe what he was saying was that he tore wiring out of the DECK, not that he hacked up the factory wiring on the harness. So essentially, he saved the factory wiring, just effectively trashed the deck. all in all, he's essentially made his own wiring harness and saved 10 bucks in the process... just my .02
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From: York County, PA
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Not trying to "take sides" in this seemingly passionate hate post, BUT... I believe what he was saying was that he tore wiring out of the DECK, not that he hacked up the factory wiring on the harness. So essentially, he saved the factory wiring, just effectively trashed the deck. all in all, he's essentially made his own wiring harness and saved 10 bucks in the process... just my .02
Carry on
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From: Los Angeles, CA
Year: 1989 Limited
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: I-6 4.0L AMC Renix
bam. Interior ambient temp and compass. Mounts with Velcro so you can put it anywhere you want but I wanted it here so it's with the other gauges and out of the sun so it gives a more accurate reason than the light of the sun heating it up. Got it at pep-boys for $4-10. Can't remember what price but it was in that range. And not really a home brew but an easier mod.
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From: Buffalo NY
Year: 2000 shell
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 1998 4.0l I6
Attachment 280759 bam. Interior ambient temp and compass. Mounts with Velcro so you can put it anywhere you want but I wanted it here so it's with the other gauges and out of the sun so it gives a more accurate reason than the light of the sun heating it up. Got it at pep-boys for $4-10. Can't remember what price but it was in that range. And not really a home brew but an easier mod.