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Old 08-17-2014, 09:41 PM
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I have a 94 Xj it's 2wd I already bought a 93 4wd parts jeep and I was wondering if anyone has any info on what exactly I have to do to switch it over thanks
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There are write ups and pics, just google here or naxja.
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How do I look at your build I'm new to this I know I have to change front and rear ends transmission transfer case driveshafts is there anything else?
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I don't think the mobile version shows signatures. He's got it in his sig.

https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f46/my-2wd-xj-68132/
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I converted my 94 with several parts from a 93.

You need to swap the front axle- it just bolts right up.

Pull the transmission and swap in the 4wd one with a transfercase.

Install your transfercase shifter bracket and linkage before you bolt the new transmission in, I suggest you buy the kit from Boostwerks kit as the stock linkage configuration is ****.

Install your driveshafts and then go drive it. You don't have to swap rear ends, just make sure your rear driveshaft is long enough.

There isn't much to it, just a fair amount of work. I'd go ahead and change the gear oil in the front axle and service the transmission and transfer case once they are out from under the parts Jeep. Keep your NSS off of your 2wd and the torque convertor as they can be used if yours ever go out.

I might have some pictures in my build as well.
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Originally Posted by 94XjSport94
You don't have to swap rear ends.
Maybe he have the turdy five
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Wouldn't I have to swap the rear ends so the they have the same gear ratio? And is there any electronic or vacuum junk on them that has to be swapped?
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So what's the current ratio on the axle and what's the ratio of the front u are getting?
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I'm not sure I haven't checked yet I just bought it like 2 weeks ago don't I check the numbers on the ring gear for the gear ratio?
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U can count the teeth on the ring gear and divide it by the number of teeth on pinion.
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Ok I really appreciate the help I'm sure I'll be back with more questions through my build
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I am going to lift my jeep and I am wondering if I can just put blocks in the rear between rear end and leaf springs any info will be appreciated and how high can I lift it and use stocks shocks
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I wouldn't go more then 2' on blocks you'll end up with a real wonky pinion angle. I do shackles on my red 96 thats lifted 2 inches with stock shocks pretty much bottomed out(had to put them on with the weight of the vehicle on the wheels) and my black jeep was lifted 4.5 inches with Shackle relocation bracket and shims to correct the pinion angle no sye and I had no problems with it running 33s.

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