Zach Tice

Ok so after years of browsing CF after I bought my first Jeep well I recently bought a second Wich is my designated daily driver also will be my first actual build so to the point here's my build sheet first off

Vehicle Description JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT 4X4 SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Model Year 2000
Body Model XJ J H 74
Color PU7- Sienna Pearl Coat
Build Date January 31, 2000
Engine ERH- 4.0L I6 Power Tech Engine
Transmission DGS- 4-Speed Automatic AW4 Transmission

Sales Code Description

M5 Prem Cloth Hi-Back Bucket Seats
AZ Agate
AA4 Sport Value Group
ADAP Light Group
APAS Monotone Paint
AWHP Power Equipment Group
A20P 4.0L Engine(ERH)/4Sp Auto Trans(DGS
BASS 124 Amp Alternator
BCDS 500 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
BGAS Power Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes
CADP High Back Bucket Seats
CBWS Highline Door Trim Panel
CDBS Reclining Front Seats
CFMS Rear Fold w/Removable Cushion Seat
CGGS Traveling Inboard Seat Belt Buckle
CGWS Next Generation Front Air Bags**
CKAS Carpets - Floor and Cargo Area
CKNS Cargo Compartment Carpet
CKTS Cargo Tie Down Loops
CKXS Plastic Liftgate Trim Panel
CLEP Front & Rear Floor Mats
CSAS Spare Tire Cover
CSRS Passenger Assist Handles
CSSS Lift Gate Assist Handle
CUFS Full Length Floor Console
DGB All 4-Speed Automatic Transmissions
DGSS 4-Speed Automatic AW4 Transmission
DHAP Lock-Up Torque Converter
DHNS Command-Trac Part Time 4WD System
DHSP Floor Mount Automatic Shift Lever
DJKS Dana 30/181MM Front Axle
DMDP 3.55 Rear Axle Ratio
DRAS Corporate 8.25 Rear Axle
EAAC All Engines
ERH 4.0L I6 Power Tech Engine
GAL Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
GBBS Tinted Windshield Glass
GCBS Front Door Tinted Glass
GEEP Deep Tint Sunscreen Liftgate Glass
GFAS Rear Window Defroster
GNAS Rear View Day/Night Mirror
GNCP Sun Visors w/Illum Vanity Mirrors
GTZP Power Mirrors, Fold-Away
GVBC All Vehicles W/Power Mirrors
GXMP Remote Keyless Entry
HAAP Air Conditioning
HGDS Deluxe Insulation Group
JBFS Instrument Panel Black Bezel
JCDS 100 MPH Primary Speedometer
JHAS Var Intermittent Windshield Wipers
JHBP Rear Window Wiper/Washer
JJBS Dual Note Electric Horns
JJJS 12V Auxiliary Power Outlet
JPAP Power Windows
JPBP Power Locks
KDPS RADIANT SILVER MET. C/C - BADGE - CH
KGPS RADIANT SILVER MET. C/C - BADGE - JE
KRPS RADIANT SILVER MET. C/C - BADGE - 4
KTPS RADIANT SILVER MET. C/C - JEEP
KVPS RADIANT SILVER MET. C/C - BADGE - SP
KYPP RADIANT SILVER MET. C/C - 4.0L
K2ZS BLACK - MOLDING - BODYSIDE
K3US SIENNA P/C - Fender Flares
LAJS Headlamps On Warning Chimes
LBBP Courtesy Lamps
LCDP Map/Dome Reading Lamps
LDAP Underhood Lamp
LDBP Cargo Compartment Lamp
LHDP Headlamp Off Time Delay
LMAS Halogen Headlamps
LPSS CHMSL Lamp
MBKS Black Front Bumper End Caps
MBLS Body Color Front Bumper
MBSS Black Rear Bumper End Caps
MBTS Body Color Rear Bumper
MCAS Front Bumper Guards
MDAP Front License Plate Bracket
MFBS Body Color Headlamp Bezels
MFKS Body Color Grille
MHAS Black Windshield Moldings
MMCS Rear Qtr Solid Window Insert
MMGS Belt Moldings
MMKS Body Color Drip Trough Molding
MNAS Black Door Handles
MNNS Body Color License Plate Brow
MWGP Roof Rack
NAE California Emissions
NBKS EVAP Control System
NBVP Low Emission Vehicle (LEV)
NFAS 20 Gallon Fuel Tank
PU7 Sienna Pearl Coat
QU7S Sienna Pearl Coat
RAAC All Radio Equipped Vehicles
RAZ AM/FM Cassette Compact Disc Radio
RCRP 4 Speakers
RDDS Fixed Long Mast Antenna
SBAS Power Steering
SCGP Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
SDAS Normal Duty Suspension
SHAS Front Stabilizer Bar
SHCS Rear Stabilizer Bar
SUAP Tilt Steering Column
TBCS Compact Spare Tire
TBLS Inside Mounted Spare Tire
TRLS P225/75R15 Wrangler RT/S AT Tires
TZAP Goodyear Brand Tires
WJ5S 15X7.0 Full-Face Steel Wheels
WLYC All Steel Wheels
XCYS Upgraded OBD-II Connectors
XJFS Tethered Fuel Filler Cap
XPFS Protective Coating and Remover
YAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications

Ok the thing is I bought this Jeep and of course have been going thru it fixing small things and getting it back to being mechanically sound and I have well first things first it needs tires but I'm not buying tires then lifting it and getting another new set so upon my Initial inspection it needed 02 sensors 2 rear shocks a sway bar link and rear leaf springs and my question is I was gonna go with a 2 in lift but seeing how I need shocks and rear leafs I'm going to go ahead and get a 3in lift with the rear leafs and front coils new but I've read about driveline vibes and SYEs so with my above build sheet would a 3 in lift need a SYE and t case drop kit or one or the other I am asking cause like I said it will be a daily driver and it's my only insured legal ride.
Sorry for the long post and please avoid being negative and nasty I'm here to BS like everyone else and I don't take kindly to disrespect I will show you respect if you show me some. Ya give ya get 👍👍
Thanks all and I'm glad to have finally joined the gang

mikesignal

you might need one or the other, not both. T-case drop should be used as a temporary solution. SYE is a permanent solution.

4WD4EVER

Hi Zack, welcome to CF and congrats on your XJ!

Since this is your dd, my advice is to be prepared to install an sye (or h&t) to negate driveline vibes. You may not need it, but, at least you'll be prepared and save yourself some unnecessary headaches/frustration through downtime.

It seems as though there's no real consistency to the issue of driveline vibes and 3" lifts from my experience and many other XJ owners. Some will vibe at that height and some will not. I used the exact same components and brands on my '97 and my '98 (when it had 3"). The '97 was flawless but the '98 was a problem child so I had an sye installed.

I would strongly recommend replacing the motor mounts and transmission mounts if they are worn.
They are critical components to smoothing out driveline vibes by keeping the driveline angles in proper relationship.

Also check the driveshaft u-joints for wear and replace as necessary. I personally would have the shafts rebalanced too.

Zach Tice

Thanks guys, alright I can tell you that motor mounts are virtually new not sure about tranny mounts, u joints have play u can feel when going from park to drive or reverse I also live up North (rust belt) the exterior is awesome however get underneath different story. And I didn't know t case drop was a bandaid I'm not looking to mask I'm looking to fix and or do it right so onto the sye kit how much do they usually run and the install doable I'm fairly handy when it comes to wrenching only bad part is no garage lol.

Zach Tice

Thanks guys, alright I can tell you that motor mounts are virtually new not sure about tranny mounts, u joints have play u can feel when going from park to drive or reverse I also live up North (rust belt) the exterior is awesome however get underneath different story. And I didn't know t case drop was a bandaid I'm not looking to mask I'm looking to fix and or do it right so onto the sye kit how much do they usually run and the install doable I'm fairly handy when it comes to wrenching only bad part is no garage lol.

4WD4EVER

Zach, I would recommend replacing the trans mount and ds u-joints.

As far as price for sye I bought mine from Advance Adapters for ~ $189.00 iirc. I had it installed by a reputable shop in North Texas for ~ $800.00. This included completely overhauling the transfer case and it functions smooth as silk even with the poorly designed stock linkage.

While diy is certainly an option I would recommend pulling the transfer case out to do it and be prepared to maybe replace range fork pads, chain and seals.

If this is your dd you may want to make arrangements for transportation just in case you run into any unforeseen issues.

And if this is a northern vehicle soak every fastener several days in advance of any work you perform.