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You are correct, I have a 98 ZJ. I come from the ZJ Specific forum on Jeepforum so I guess I need to be more specific. I am talking about ZJ only, 1st gen ZJs (93-95) obd1, and second gen ZJs (96-98) obd2. Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
That's 1993 (beginning production) through 1993.5 (halfway through the first year). They were hardly used at all in ZJs. And the ZJ model was run up through 1998; not 1995. Furthermore, WJs are awesome since last month when I bought one
Also, 93-95 ZJs all came with 231s, just highly uncommon. I buddy of mine had a 95 with the 231 in it. I've also seen 94s with them.
Whatever floats your boat with jeeps! WJs are really nice I have to admit
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Ah, interesting. We look at XJ generations by body style, '84-96 & '97-01. Since ZJs never changed they body, I equate them all as one model.Originally Posted by 5speedZJ
I come from the ZJ Specific forum on Jeepforum so I guess I need to be more specific. I am talking about ZJs, 1st gen ZJs (93-95) obd1, and second gen ZJs (96-98) obd2. Whatever floats your boat with jeeps!
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We ZJ guys are weird lol. Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Ah, interesting. We look at XJ generations by body style, '84-96 & '97-01. Since ZJs never changed they body, I equate them all as one model.
I would love a 98 XJ manual trans
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*cough*renix*cough*HO*cough*Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Ah, interesting. We look at XJ generations by body style, '84-96 & '97-01. Since ZJs never changed they body, I equate them all as one model.
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Fine...Originally Posted by Bluelight
*cough*renix*cough*HO*cough*
'84-86 Had the Chevy V6. You don't want them.
'87-90 have the Renix electrical system which requires patience and a multimeter to diagnose.
'87-91 have the 2-piece axle shaft with vacuum operated Center Axle Disconnect. These tend to fail, but they're easy to replace.
'91-95 are basically the same with a few minor changes like the addition of a third brake light and side-impact beams in the doors.
'96/97 are the transition years to the new body style. They can be a pain trying to determine the correct parts, and I think '96 had a unique fuel pump.
'98-99 are regarded as the best years for many reasons. OBD-II electrical, reliable motors with good flow, less emissions equipment (and therefore much lower maintenance cost), etc.
'00/01 have the 0331 head casting which is prone to cracking, and they have a distributorless ignition system with coil packs.
'01 all got the 4.0L with Cali emissions package including 4 O2 sensors and two pre-cats before the standard catalytic converter.
'97+ 8.25 rear axles are the stronger 29-spline variant.
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'84-86 Had the Chevy V6. You don't want them.
'87-90 have the Renix electrical system which requires patience and a multimeter to diagnose.
'87-91 have the 2-piece axle shaft with vacuum operated Center Axle Disconnect. These tend to fail, but they're easy to replace.
'91-95 are basically the same with a few minor changes like the addition of a third brake light and side-impact beams in the doors.
'96/97 are the transition years to the new body style. They can be a pain trying to determine the correct parts, and I think '96 had a unique fuel pump.
'98-99 are regarded as the best years for many reasons. OBD-II electrical, reliable motors with good flow, less emissions equipment (and therefore much lower maintenance cost), etc.
'00/01 have the 0331 head casting which is prone to cracking, and they have a distributorless ignition system with coil packs.
'01 all got the 4.0L with Cali emissions package including 4 O2 sensors and two pre-cats before the standard catalytic converter.
'97+ 8.25 rear axles are the stronger 29-spline variant.
And 00/01 have LP Dana 30 ...Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Fine...'84-86 Had the Chevy V6. You don't want them.
'87-90 have the Renix electrical system which requires patience and a multimeter to diagnose.
'87-91 have the 2-piece axle shaft with vacuum operated Center Axle Disconnect. These tend to fail, but they're easy to replace.
'91-95 are basically the same with a few minor changes like the addition of a third brake light and side-impact beams in the doors.
'96/97 are the transition years to the new body style. They can be a pain trying to determine the correct parts, and I think '96 had a unique fuel pump.
'98-99 are regarded as the best years for many reasons. OBD-II electrical, reliable motors with good flow, less emissions equipment (and therefore much lower maintenance cost), etc.
'00/01 have the 0331 head casting which is prone to cracking, and they have a distributorless ignition system with coil packs.
'01 all got the 4.0L with Cali emissions package including 4 O2 sensors and two pre-cats before the standard catalytic converter.
'97+ 8.25 rear axles are the stronger 29-spline variant.
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What do you mean you people?Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
It's never enough with you people, I swear...
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Made my front steering box area of the frame about as strong as I think I can get it. It's plated on all 4 sides now so I shouldn't have to worry about anymore cracks..
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I've got D35 and LP 30.. Stock lol. I want the iron 44 in my brothers XJ.Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
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Would you mind sharing a photo of the center console? I've always been curious if the shifters are just like the XJ or not.
Looks good. Am I correct in assuming your seat braces were good enough to keep?
Should have used MotorKote, It does work, you just have to give it a try. I have to agree with Salad. I used to use Lucas tooOriginally Posted by salad
Quite the opposite, I'm afraid. Thicker oil = lower fuel economy. Lucas is too thick to be in anything but maybe a gearbox in Nicaragua.Would you mind sharing a photo of the center console? I've always been curious if the shifters are just like the XJ or not.
Looks good. Am I correct in assuming your seat braces were good enough to keep?
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Forgot to mention earlier, A couple of the Jeep Club came over while I was at the VA all weekend and installed my front springs. I'll be home this weekend to snap a few pics. Thanks Wonders, yours is almost done, I got the glass laid before I was admitted last Friday. Now just have to sand. Doing work like that is actually like therapy for me. 
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sound like good guys u got there. I know what else your jeep need... A wheelchair lift. LolOriginally Posted by Outlaw Star
Forgot to mention earlier, A couple of the Jeep Club came over while I was at the VA all weekend and installed my front springs. I'll be home this weekend to snap a few pics. Thanks Wonders, yours is almost done, I got the glass laid before I was admitted last Friday. Now just have to sand. Doing work like that is actually like therapy for me.
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Yeah, this is something that I know. lol But I had to make it so the social media gurus could find it.Originally Posted by salad
No, that's cool. Most folks' door seals are more neglected than their transmission fluid. But following the instruction guide is not a "hack" lol