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Jan 15, 2015 | 03:01 PM

Hughesjian

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front drive shaft

i was looking at getting a front drive shaft from a 2001 xj from a salvage yard. my only concern is if a stock 2001 xj ds will fit on my 1995 xj. anything helps!

Jan 15, 2015 | 07:02 PM

xjmarc

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From: Soddy Daisy TN

Year: 97

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L

If they are both autos or both manuals then yes. Manuals are shorter than autos so you can't mix the two.

Jan 16, 2015 | 09:54 AM

Fred/N0AZZ

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From: Monett, MO.

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

I use one from a "00" AW4 for a spare in my lifted 4 1/2" XJ (99) D30HP length is fine.

Jan 16, 2015 | 12:01 PM

Hughesjian

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Thanks guys. mine is an automatic so i will look for an automatic. And did you guys use a hack n tap or a sye?

Jan 16, 2015 | 02:06 PM

XJmike0122

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From: Eaton Co

Year: 2001

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

I used the IRO hack and tap because I have the NP 242 t case.

Jan 16, 2015 | 02:47 PM

Hughesjian

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Quote:

Originally Posted by XJmike0122

I used the IRO hack and tap because I have the NP 242 t case.

i believe i have the 231 on mine

Jan 16, 2015 | 08:02 PM

md21722

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From: Colorado

Year: 2001, 1997

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L

If you don't have a "Full Time" 4WD option on your transfer case shifter, then you should have a 231.

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