FS[SouthEast]: Disc brake conversion kit
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From: Hell, CA
Year: 1989
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6
I will.
Side note:
I am also thinking about offering WJ front knuckles & Akebono calipers used in the WJ brake upgrade on the TJ, ZJ, & XJ Dana 30.The Akebono calipers were only offered on the WJ for the '03 & '04 models. They are somewhat hard to come by in the JY's.
I'll be honest, this is not as easy a swap as the rear disc's but many people notice a vast improvement over the stock braking system.
The kit will include driver, passenger knuckles, calipers, mounts & bolts for calipers . You would need to source the remaining parts- rotors, spacers, brake lines, & whatever else you need- plus you'll need parts to convert your steering over. I highly suggest you familiarize yourself with the process involved for install.
I would like to see if anyone is interested. The price would be $200 shipped to anywhere in the lower 48.
Side note:
I am also thinking about offering WJ front knuckles & Akebono calipers used in the WJ brake upgrade on the TJ, ZJ, & XJ Dana 30.The Akebono calipers were only offered on the WJ for the '03 & '04 models. They are somewhat hard to come by in the JY's.
I'll be honest, this is not as easy a swap as the rear disc's but many people notice a vast improvement over the stock braking system.
The kit will include driver, passenger knuckles, calipers, mounts & bolts for calipers . You would need to source the remaining parts- rotors, spacers, brake lines, & whatever else you need- plus you'll need parts to convert your steering over. I highly suggest you familiarize yourself with the process involved for install.
I would like to see if anyone is interested. The price would be $200 shipped to anywhere in the lower 48.
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From: Gainesville GA
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
Thank you.
Shows how much I know about the swap.
I was approached by a previous buyer of one of the rear disc kits & was asked to get him the parts. I figured more people might be interested too.
There are 2 benefits from the swap. You get bigger/better brakes & cross over steering-if you want it.
Shows how much I know about the swap.
I was approached by a previous buyer of one of the rear disc kits & was asked to get him the parts. I figured more people might be interested too.
There are 2 benefits from the swap. You get bigger/better brakes & cross over steering-if you want it.
CF Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 2,127
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From: Hell, CA
Year: 1989
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6
Thank you.
Shows how much I know about the swap.
I was approached by a previous buyer of one of the rear disc kits & was asked to get him the parts. I figured more people might be interested too.
There are 2 benefits from the swap. You get bigger/better brakes & cross over steering-if you want it.
Shows how much I know about the swap.
I was approached by a previous buyer of one of the rear disc kits & was asked to get him the parts. I figured more people might be interested too.
There are 2 benefits from the swap. You get bigger/better brakes & cross over steering-if you want it.
Most that I know that have done the swap and used stock steering was a matter of funds/modifying for the steering. As it is necessary to run OTA Trackbar mount to get correct steering angle to match the draglink.
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From: Gainesville GA
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
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I can't go this w/e to get kits. I will go the following w/e.
Thank you.
-BenJammin25
-TimmyXJ
-AnarchyBurger
-94XjSport94
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-jeepersanch
-CobraMarty
I can't go this w/e to get kits. I will go the following w/e.
Thank you.
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From: Waxhaw, NC
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Please add me to the list in the next available slot. I have an 8.25 and will pay the extra to have the backing plate holes enlarged. I think that's a total of $175 (or did I read that wrong). Will I need to buy 1 or both of the e-brake cables? Thought I read that the kit only came with one, but now I can't find that post. If I do need to get one (or both) can you tell me exactly what I need to get? Aside from that I will be buying new rotors, pads, e-brake pads, and extended brake lines (need these for my 6" lift). Is there are anything else that need to get (or should get) to complete the conversion? Sorry for all the questions, just want to make sure I order all the supplementary parts I need.
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From: Gainesville GA
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
You will need gear oil & I'd suggest getting new axle bearings & seals.
I can't enlarge the hole right now. You can take them to a machine shop.
You will need to get a passenger side cable for sure & I'm not sure about the drivers side. I'd get one local as folks seem to have issues finding ones that the ends match.
The price is $170 shipped anywhere in the lower 48.
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I can't enlarge the hole right now. You can take them to a machine shop.
You will need to get a passenger side cable for sure & I'm not sure about the drivers side. I'd get one local as folks seem to have issues finding ones that the ends match.
The price is $170 shipped anywhere in the lower 48.
June 22 list
-BenJammin25
-TimmyXJ
-AnarchyBurger
-94XjSport94
-Jeephater
July 27 list
-jeepersanch
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From: Waxhaw, NC
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
That's disappointing. And I may have to pass or wait until you can enlarge the hole. I don't know how to do this myself and I don't have access to a machine shop. And don't really want to spend a lot of time trying to find someone that will do it and who knows how much they will charge. When you say "right now", does that mean you will be able to do it at some point in the future? I'm happy to wait a bit if need be. Let me know. Thanks.
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From: Mercer County, NJ
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6 HO
That's disappointing. And I may have to pass or wait until you can enlarge the hole. I don't know how to do this myself and I don't have access to a machine shop. And don't really want to spend a lot of time trying to find someone that will do it and who knows how much they will charge. When you say "right now", does that mean you will be able to do it at some point in the future? I'm happy to wait a bit if need be. Let me know. Thanks.
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From: Waxhaw, NC
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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From: Mercer County, NJ
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6 HO
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Joined: Aug 2012
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From: Waxhaw, NC
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Can anyone point me in the right direction on looking for an e-brake cable(s)? Not really sure what to look for. Am I looking for ZJ cables, or something else? I don't know if it makes a difference, but I'm doing this conversion on an 8.25 with a 6" lift. And it's a '96 (my profile says '94, but I actually have 2 now).
Sorry for the "noob" questions. Just want to get this right and hopefully save myself some unnecessary time and frustration by learning from you guys who are "in the know".
Sorry for the "noob" questions. Just want to get this right and hopefully save myself some unnecessary time and frustration by learning from you guys who are "in the know".
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Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Mercer County, NJ
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6 HO
Can anyone point me in the right direction on looking for an e-brake cable(s)? Not really sure what to look for. Am I looking for ZJ cables, or something else? I don't know if it makes a difference, but I'm doing this conversion on an 8.25 with a 6" lift. And it's a '96 (my profile says '94, but I actually have 2 now).
Sorry for the "noob" questions. Just want to get this right and hopefully save myself some unnecessary time and frustration by learning from you guys who are "in the know".
Sorry for the "noob" questions. Just want to get this right and hopefully save myself some unnecessary time and frustration by learning from you guys who are "in the know".