Aftermarket Cam Swap
06-24-2017, 01:02 PM
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Aftermarket Cam Swap
If I swap out my camshaft for an aftermarket cam will I need to reflash my comp., what else will I need to swap.. I need an answer real quick as I already have my cam pulled and have ordered a factory cam. It is in a 99 cherokee 4.0
06-26-2017, 07:29 AM
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No you should not have to change the computer if you are using a factory cam. You should change lifters, and timing chain set too wile you are in there.
06-26-2017, 11:02 AM
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I already have my lifters P rods cam kit and gaskets. Was wondering about putting in an aftermarket cam rather than original..
06-26-2017, 12:44 PM
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here is another thread on this subject. Its long but it might have the info that you need.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/20...pgrade-153751/