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04-24-2012, 12:07 AM
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hello everybody
Hello everybody, I joined awhile ago and have enjoyed reading and looking at all the builds in the jeep builds section. I haven't gotten around to posting anything so Ill start by introducing myself. My real name is Chris, I'm 19 and I'm from upstate N.Y. I do not own a jeep but am currently watching craigslist for one. Anything I should really look for when going to buy a Cherokee? Hopefully soon I can update this with some pictures. 
04-24-2012, 12:11 AM
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Hello everybody, I joined awhile ago and have enjoyed reading and looking at all the builds in the jeep builds section. I haven't gotten around to posting anything so Ill start by introducing myself. My real name is Chris, I'm 19 and I'm from upstate N.Y. I do not own a jeep but am currently watching craigslist for one. Anything I should really look for when going to buy a Cherokee? Hopefully soon I can update this with some pictures.
04-24-2012, 03:40 PM
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04-24-2012, 03:43 PM
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Year: 1998 classic
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0!!
Look for little to no rust, 4.0l, Preferably the 231 transfer case, and the 8.25 rear axle. Other than that just look for the normal used car items like suspension/brakes/tires/shifts/runs. Buy a stock on if you can find one at a good price. If you buy a lifted one then there will be alot more things you are going to want to pay close attention to.
04-24-2012, 03:44 PM
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Year: 1998 classic
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But then again you said up state n.y. lol so just add in the price of sheet metal and a welder to the price of the jeep lol jk
04-24-2012, 06:03 PM
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Welcome to CF. In addition to the above items, make sure it doesn't overheat, and check all electrical items to make sure they work. Overheating and electrical issues are sometimes a problem with Jeeps. Better to ovoid them than try and fix later.
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04-25-2012, 07:05 PM
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Thank you all for the information. I will sure to keep it all in mind while on my quest to find a jeep. I'm still looking hoping to have something soon but I want to get a decent jeep and not just the first one that comes along. I plan on making this a project once I get it so I don't mind a little rust but I don't want it to be taking over.
