Part time 4x4 swap for full time
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Towing power? 4x4 doesn't add any extra power. It's not adding any torque. It only gives you additional traction. In fact, it would be less power since the power of the engine is now being split among more wheels at once.
All I'm saying is that if he wants a full-time case, it's a better option for what he's asking. And I'm also trying to state that it's a misleading statement that the 231 is stronger than the 242, which are basically the same case with the addition of a full-time component.
All I'm saying is that if he wants a full-time case, it's a better option for what he's asking. And I'm also trying to state that it's a misleading statement that the 231 is stronger than the 242, which are basically the same case with the addition of a full-time component.
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From: Northfield MN
Year: 1995
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 5.2 v8
Towing power? 4x4 doesn't add any extra power. It's not adding any torque. It only gives you additional traction. In fact, it would be less power since the power of the engine is now being split among more wheels at once.
All I'm saying is that if he wants a full-time case, it's a better option for what he's asking. And I'm also trying to state that it's a misleading statement that the 231 is stronger than the 242, which are basically the same case with the addition of a full-time component.
All I'm saying is that if he wants a full-time case, it's a better option for what he's asking. And I'm also trying to state that it's a misleading statement that the 231 is stronger than the 242, which are basically the same case with the addition of a full-time component.
I just don't want people coming across this page and getting the impression a 231 command trac isn't a good transfer case choice for daily driving, and I agree they're both good cases and probably similar in strength depending on usage and application, and the 242 is probably better for "simplified driving".
First off I want to say thanks for the quick responses. When I posted I was pretty frustrated and not thinking to clearly. No, you cant really compare a power wagon to an xj.
Yes, it is a stock 2000 sport xj with just over 80k. With no mods other then a tow package I have recently put on. Also has a decent but not really worth much set of newer a/t tires. With that being said it really could use a whole other set of rims and tires for winter months. What tires and sizes do you suggest for my stock xj?
Storm101
Thanks for your suggestion about it not engaging. Looked over the linkage and found it wasnt fully engaging and was able to ajust it and got it to finally engage. 4x4 now works as it should and didnt have any probs. But they also had most of the snow plowed by then, ha.
Also thanks for the info guys on the tcase, it was my understanding the np242 was a better choice. But sounds like I was wrong. My thoughts now are new tires for winter season and 2" front and maybe 2.5" rear lift as I do drive hwy a lot. Anyone know of the cheapest route with out losing quaility places to get new springs and leafs?
Yes, it is a stock 2000 sport xj with just over 80k. With no mods other then a tow package I have recently put on. Also has a decent but not really worth much set of newer a/t tires. With that being said it really could use a whole other set of rims and tires for winter months. What tires and sizes do you suggest for my stock xj?
Storm101
Thanks for your suggestion about it not engaging. Looked over the linkage and found it wasnt fully engaging and was able to ajust it and got it to finally engage. 4x4 now works as it should and didnt have any probs. But they also had most of the snow plowed by then, ha.
Also thanks for the info guys on the tcase, it was my understanding the np242 was a better choice. But sounds like I was wrong. My thoughts now are new tires for winter season and 2" front and maybe 2.5" rear lift as I do drive hwy a lot. Anyone know of the cheapest route with out losing quaility places to get new springs and leafs?
Lots of info out there on tires to read up on, and as far as suspension goes, if you're staying at a small lift and have some $ look up old man emu suspension parts, you can't go wrong.
Last edited by storm101; Dec 21, 2012 at 08:20 PM.
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From: Wilmington,NC
Year: 1989
Model: Cherokee
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id suggest these tires for what you need
http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....73405&pID=2543
http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....C5636&pID=6131
the coopers are a really good tire a lil noisy on the road but not horrid the other ones are a good tire as well they just wont clean out as well as the coopers. You can also get the coopers in a 30 if im not mistaken. Just my 2 cents hope it helps.
http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....73405&pID=2543
http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse....C5636&pID=6131
the coopers are a really good tire a lil noisy on the road but not horrid the other ones are a good tire as well they just wont clean out as well as the coopers. You can also get the coopers in a 30 if im not mistaken. Just my 2 cents hope it helps.
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