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Old 11-14-2009, 03:37 PM
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I'm new to the forum here so...Hello. I have a 1997 Sport. Is this the odd ball year for Cherokee? I have noticed that a lot of after market parts are available up to 96 and after 98. Why is that? Kinda want to build it up but might trade for a different year. What's your thoughts?
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are talking about lifts or other stuff?As far as lifts go 84 to 01 all the same.
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fender flares, bumpers, tubular doors...etc
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not alot really changed on them,I think 97 is when air bags were added so the intereor changed a little,the body lines became more rounded
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where have you looked? I recomend either Quadratec.com or 4WDHardware.com,if your looking for factory parts look at TeamCherokee.com
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I have a 97 XJ Sport as well and I am have no troubles what so ever trying to find after market parts. go to rusty's, quadretec, summitracing, etc.. there are so many sites out there.
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thanks guys....liking the 97 more now!
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does anyone have a zone lift kit if so how is it? cuz its kinda cheap but right now cheap is good for me so....
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Originally Posted by mike albo
not alot really changed on them,I think 97 is when air bags were added so the intereor changed a little,the body lines became more rounded
i have a 96 and i have airbags in mine
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I have a 89 and the only air bag in it is the ol' lady when she's with me...
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Originally Posted by clayton3854
i have a 96 and i have airbags in mine
I said I think in 97 they got air bags
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