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Old 09-29-2017, 09:45 PM
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Been lurking here a while- first to decide what Jeep model I wanted, secondly, to get an idea of any mods I'd like to make.

I ended up with a purple '98 XJ Classic 4x4 and couldn't be happier. She's been my daily driver for almost a year now and appears to be pretty solid so I'm ready to start with the mods.

My list of mods includes 3 inch lift, replace bumpers, fender flares, some body armor, repaint, replace front seats, add roof rack, install stereo. I'll do this over a few months but up in the air about where to start; lift first, then exterior and interior mods, or lift last. Guess it doesn't matter, it's all going to get done.

Anyway, thanks for the great website, y'all be safe.
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Congratulations. You'll enjoy it.

The very first mod I would do to any Cherokee before lifts, bumpers and stereo components is to install a headlight relay harness. It's the best $21 you can spend on it, since it'll brighten up your headlights, avoid headlight switch failure and potentially prevent your Jeep from catching fire.
Old 09-29-2017, 10:28 PM
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Thank you much, will look at that immediately.
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Here's a link to a suitable inexpensive harness:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/CERAMIC-H4-H...-/330997592807
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Thank you for the link, is ordered
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Welcome to the forum. So where are u from? I sold a purple 98 XJ a year ago. Was that you?
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Thank you for the welcome.
I'm in Tallahassee, bought the xj from a guy who owns an auto repair shop off of Cap Circle SE.
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Welcome! Nice to see a Jeep from our state's capital.

I'm in Ocala. If you're up for a little bit of a drive, Jeeptoberfest is happening October 20th,21st, and 22nd at the Market of Marion in Belleview. $50 for the whole weekend if you pre-register.

www.ocalajeepclub.com/jeeptoberfest for more info.

We've got a good variety of wheeling in this area too between the Ocala National Forest, Hardrock MX Park, and a few other secret spots, so come on down some time.
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Sounds fun but these damn storms are keeping me busy.
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Yeah I feel your pain there, brother. Offer is open whenever you've got time!

If you're a facebooker, hit up the Ocala Jeep Crew page for info on weekly rides.

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