Big lift kits and freeway driving.

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Dec 8, 2012 | 04:42 PM

#16

93XJLI

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From: LI, NY

Year: 1998

Model: Cherokee

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Originally Posted by motorcharge

Gearing makes all the difference in the world.

It isn't a substitute for horsepower though. 6.5" lift here on 35s, can do 75-80 all day comfortably. I like keeping it around 70 though for better fuel mileage.

Dec 9, 2012 | 10:29 PM

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Xj.guy

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From: Woodlake, Ca

Year: 1996

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 HO

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Originally Posted by 93XJLI

It isn't a substitute for horsepower though. 6.5" lift here on 35s, can do 75-80 all day comfortably. I like keeping it around 70 though for better fuel mileage.

What gears are u running?

Dec 10, 2012 | 12:23 PM

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93XJLI

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Dec 10, 2012 | 12:29 PM

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ericfx1984

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From: Missouri

Year: 1996

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0HO

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Originally Posted by smeltmaster1

i have stock gear auto trans now with 33's and 6.5-7'' lift and i just took it on the highway yesterday and it is kinda hard to get to 70 mph and it is kinda all over i have to see what i can do about this maybe long arms soon and may go to 4.10's

Put it in 3rd gear on the highway... you can thank me later