squeaky3

ok so i have an 87 xj with the 4.0 and 5spd manual, i do enjoy driving a manual trans but ive tossed up the idea of swaping in an auto trans

now this is just a trail only rig so it doesnt have to look great, but has to work

how hard is the swap to auto from a manual and what all is involved

lukeincolorado

Well i have never done one but i'd imagine you'd have to get all the sensors for an auto and harnesses probably kick down cables plus a torque converter. Drop drive lines, transfer case and than tranny. And than do all in reverse and replace fluids.

Lowrange2

Needs the computer too.

fox128

Do you still need the computer if you do a rail shifter or other shift controller? I don't know it was just a thought

Lowrange2

Not sure about that. Never dealt with one.

squeaky3

hmm sounds lil complicated, does anyone know what sensors and wiring and computer do i need to control the trans?

might be easier to just swap my suspension and everything over to a stock auto jeep

fox128

You literally tap into 2 wires to have control of shifting and one more for the torque converter. It's very simple actually. I just don't know if any other wires are necessary