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Old 12-29-2009, 09:15 AM
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I'm thinking of buying a used Jeep Cherokee ('98-00) and was wondering if anyone has any advice on what to look for or avoid.

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Old 12-29-2009, 09:22 AM
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avoid dana 35 rear ends, and low pinion dana 30 axles in the front (look for high pinion). Tow packages are great as they usually have 3.73 gears in them. and as long as it's a 4.0, I think everything else is pretty much a matter of preference.
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tow package could mean it was towing a lot which isnt bad but it puts lots of strain on the rig
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There were issues with 2000's with the new head casting. Casting #0331 I believe is notorious for cracking easily if overheated. Although I don't think every 2000 came with the 0331 head. Mine doesn't have a 0331 head and its a 2000.
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