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Jun 3, 2014 | 06:15 PM

#16

Xpress

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From: El Cajon

Year: 1996

Model: Grand Cherokee

Engine: 5.2

Hell if it has a V6 it's a pretty smoking deal for $2500

Jun 16, 2014 | 07:32 PM

#17

FlanAl

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Model: Cherokee

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Originally Posted by Bustedback

A 93-98 Grand Cherokee with the I6 and an NP231 transfercase will work perfectly for what you want to do. Rust is going to be your biggest concern with any Jeep no matter what model.

Hey guys, I'm still on the hunt and have a couple more questions. First question is how do I figure out if the ZJ has the NP231 transfer case? Also, what should I look for in WJ's or should I really just try to avoid them? There seem to be way more of them for sale than anything else. Also, if any of you guys know of a good mobile mechanic in the try-state area or have ideas for the best way to have a mechanic evaluate the jeep before I purchase that would be awesome.

Thanks!

Jun 16, 2014 | 09:56 PM

#18

Bustedback

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From: Oroville, CA

Year: 1995

Model: Grand Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 with all of the noise and clatter

The NP231 transfercase shifter will have 2wd, 4hi, and 4lo. The AWD case will only have 4hi and 4lo. A WJ is a nice choice, but the 4.7 V8 did have some issues in the first couple of years of production. The I6 had some cylinder head failures in the 2000-01 years.