Cherokee Chat General non-tech Cherokee chat
XJ/MJ/ZJ/WJ

Wet pavement wheel spin

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 26, 2015 | 04:48 PM
  #16  
sycoglitch's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 12,692
Likes: 6
From: Mercer County, NJ
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6 HO
Default

Originally Posted by Rusty2
These are 235/75R 15's. Just a little larger than the stock tire, but enough to allow running less than factory spec. 33lb. pressure. I think your on the right track. The chalk would tell the story...
We here for you to offer advice and suggestion. Now do some noggin pokin and report back.
Reply
Old Oct 26, 2015 | 11:28 PM
  #17  
K2dark_xj's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 1,173
Likes: 3
From: Maine
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 inline 6
Default

I think other than the light weight and slightly torquey-ness of the 4.0, it probably has to do with weight I. The back. I never had that problem running full tread bfg all terrains. But I had a cumulative weight of probably 400 extra pounds between a spare on steelies, tools, extra parts, jumper packs chains/straps/other recovery equipment, work equipment, guns, ect in the trunk area. Then I took everything out and folded the seat down to help move a friend. Just happened to be pouring rain and I was enjoying sliding into traffic circles at 35mph and stepping on it at a stop light and spinning tires without using any brakes even into 2nd gear, but I couldn't help to notice it never acted like that with just an extra 300-400 pounds in the back
Reply
Old Oct 27, 2015 | 07:40 AM
  #18  
caged's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 7,874
Likes: 100
From: Northern Ontario, Canada
Year: 1990, 1999, 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

yeah the one wheel peelers tend to do that quite easily.

keep your eyes open for a limited slip rear axle or you could even throw in an auto locker to send power to both wheels.
Reply
Old Oct 27, 2015 | 07:57 AM
  #19  
Battle's Avatar
CF Veteran
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 2,624
Likes: 302
From: Asheville, NC
Year: 1999
Engine: 4.0
Default

I do but it only seems to happen when I have my left foot on the brake pedal at the same time. Not sure why that is....
Reply
Old Oct 27, 2015 | 08:38 AM
  #20  
dans98xj's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 616
Likes: 4
From: Vernon NJ
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

happens all the time with me in the rain too. Once I toss some weight in the back it tends to be not as bad. I just ease up on the gas when I feel it starting to spin.
Reply
Old Oct 27, 2015 | 11:19 PM
  #21  
Rusty2's Avatar
Thread Starter
Junior Member
 
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: N. Cal
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

Thanks everyone. I wanted a feel for what was normal for this vehicle. I appreciate all the suggestions too! Ya, I got noth'n in the back but the donut. Come to think if it, I even have the rear seat out right now, so it's real light. I need a real spare and will soon add a receiver hitch. That, lowered tire pressure and different tires should all help it handle the hard wet stuff way better. Oh and yes, a locker or limited slip would make it great I'm sure. Some said the weight distribution was near 50/50. Really? I'm surprised.
Again, THANKS!!!
Reply
Old Oct 27, 2015 | 11:46 PM
  #22  
Bustedback's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 12,367
Likes: 23
From: Oroville, CA
Year: 1995
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 with all of the noise and clatter
Default

I seriously doubt it's anywhere close to 50/50.
Reply
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 03:49 AM
  #23  
sycoglitch's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 12,692
Likes: 6
From: Mercer County, NJ
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6 HO
Default

Originally Posted by Bustedback
I seriously doubt it's anywhere close to 50/50.
This, it isn't.

OP, my jeep is the same way except add about 50lbs in tools. I keep stability on wet roads. Tires and proper pressure and you're golden. Only time I've seen a wheel peel is starting from a red light whilst on a hill making a right turn. Spun for a second, release gas, did left foot braking and second time had no issue
Reply
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 10:15 AM
  #24  
thatXJguy's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 3,686
Likes: 6
From: Hudson, FL
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L Inline 6
Default

This happened to me all the time.

I cured it by taking off slowly.
Reply
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 11:00 AM
  #25  
VTJeep's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 4,930
Likes: 3
From: 802
Year: 99
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

A 99 with 8.25 and LSD. Is LSD stock or aftermarket and can you 100% verify this? Does it one-tire-fire or break the backend loose with both tires spinning! Does it happen when wheels are turned, straight or both?
Reply
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 01:05 PM
  #26  
CherokeeHoonigan's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 892
Likes: 4
From: Lennox/Sioux Falls South Dakota
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0 liter inline 6
Default

Originally Posted by Bustedback
Get a ZJ with a 4.0 and you will never have to worry about spinning the tires again.
mine spun em until i got my 31" authorities
Reply
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 09:17 PM
  #27  
Rusty2's Avatar
Thread Starter
Junior Member
 
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: N. Cal
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

Originally Posted by thatXJguy
This happened to me all the time.

I cured it by taking off slowly.
Ya, that's what I do, but sometimes you need to get out of the way and need traction to do it. I'll get'r dialed in!
Reply
Old Oct 28, 2015 | 09:29 PM
  #28  
Rusty2's Avatar
Thread Starter
Junior Member
 
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: N. Cal
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

Originally Posted by VTJeep
A 99 with 8.25 and LSD. Is LSD stock or aftermarket and can you 100% verify this? Does it one-tire-fire or break the backend loose with both tires spinning! Does it happen when wheels are turned, straight or both?
You talk'n to me VT? Yes it's a 99 w/8.25, but it's an open dif. No LSD. I checked the numbers and then jacked it up to confirm, so I figure it's a one wheel spin. Spins easy whether straight or turning. Part of the problem is a slight incline where I need the traction to merge with traffic. Plenty of power if I could get it to the ground. Need to make some adjustments. "Hey Honey, can I spend some money?" Damn,,,, Gotta wait for my allowance : (
Reply
Old Oct 29, 2015 | 07:13 AM
  #29  
VTJeep's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 4,930
Likes: 3
From: 802
Year: 99
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

Originally Posted by Rusty2
You talk'n to me VT? Yes it's a 99 w/8.25, but it's an open dif. No LSD. I checked the numbers and then jacked it up to confirm, so I figure it's a one wheel spin. Spins easy whether straight or turning. Part of the problem is a slight incline where I need the traction to merge with traffic. Plenty of power if I could get it to the ground. Need to make some adjustments. "Hey Honey, can I spend some money?" Damn,,,, Gotta wait for my allowance : (
Yeah I'm talkin to you! Haha.. I bet your on the right track with tires/weight changes. I always wished they squeezed an extra 50 hp/tq outta these engines. Would have been easy and imagine having 240hp and like 270tq?
Reply
Old Oct 29, 2015 | 07:20 AM
  #30  
VTJeep's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 4,930
Likes: 3
From: 802
Year: 99
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

Originally Posted by Rusty2
You talk'n to me VT? Yes it's a 99 w/8.25, but it's an open dif. No LSD. I checked the numbers and then jacked it up to confirm, so I figure it's a one wheel spin. Spins easy whether straight or turning. Part of the problem is a slight incline where I need the traction to merge with traffic. Plenty of power if I could get it to the ground. Need to make some adjustments. "Hey Honey, can I spend some money?" Damn,,,, Gotta wait for my allowance : (
Yeah I'm talkin to you! Haha.. I bet you're on the right track with tires/weight changes. I always wished they squeezed an extra 40/50 hp/tq outta these engines. Would have been easy and imagine having 240hp and like 270tq? Might be too much!
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:48 PM.