What kind of axle does a Jeep Wrangler YJ have?
The NP228 & NP229 (mid ’80’s) also had a vacuum disconnect front axle (like the YJ), which is inherently weaker than the solid axle shaft (like the TJ). Caster: ??? Other: 297-style U-joints are stronger than the EB flavor, and identical to the ’95-present Wrangler D30.
What’s the caster on a Jeep Wrangler YJ?
Caster: 0 degrees ’71-79, 3 degrees in ’80. A YJ wants about 7 degrees, so you’d have to rotate the knuckles on the axle tubes. Other: Scout fronts have the diff very wide on the passenger side. This involves grinding to change the spring perch, and requires a t-case swap on YJ’s.
Can a YJ wheel be swapped with a CJ wheel?
Bolt pattern: 5 on 5.5″, which allows wheel-swapping with any CJ if you need to borrow or lend a spare. Width: 58″ front, 58.25″ or 58.5″ rear — 2-2.5″ narrower than a YJ. That’s not a big problem in the rear (other than off-camber stability), but it’ll reduce turning radius up front. Less wheel backspacing compensates for this.
Where is the front pinion on a Jeep Wrangler YJ?
The ’87 front pinion is offset 8-7/8″ left of center. AMC 20 rears were 1-piece with 29-spline shafts, but have narrower shafts & tubes than the D44, and the tubes are therefore more prone to bending at the housing, which causes breakage.
What’s the ground clearance on a Jeep YJ?
Ground clearance at the differential case dropped to 9 inches from the CJ’s 10.5 inches, cutting off-road mobility slightly but gaining a lower center of gravity for better handling and safety. These classic Wranglers are well-suited to restoration and boosts with aftermarket Jeep parts.
What was difference between YJ and CJ Wrangler?
Body width increased to 66 inches, a full 6-inch jump over the CJ offering better handling and increased cabin room. Ground clearance at the differential case dropped to 9 inches from the CJ’s 10.5 inches, cutting off-road mobility slightly but gaining a lower center of gravity for better handling and safety.
When did the YJ Wrangler generation come out?
Whether we’re working on our own Wranglers or one of our project cars, modifying wranglers is part of who we are. With the introduction of the YJ Wrangler generation in 1987 – a generation destined to last until 1995 – Chrysler introduced the concept that might be called a “Jeep for all seasons,” a 4×4 that could also be used comfortably on-road.
What kind of transmission does Jeep Wrangler YJ have?
All models come standard with a 5-speed manual transmission, though many were also made with optional 3-speed automatic. Body width increased to 66 inches, a full 6-inch jump over the CJ offering better handling and increased cabin room.