When did the Wrangler YJ get the Mopar system?
This 4.0 had made it into the Wrangler late enough to get the Mopar engine management system, bypassing the Renix system as found in the XJ from 1987-1990. Power was up and fuel economy nudged up a bit from the 258, and the addition of this engine boosted the YJ powertrain into a somewhat more respectable realm.
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What kind of transmission does a Wrangler YJ have?
As a middle model year change in 1988, the six-cylinder YJ received the AX15 five-speed transmission. This transmission was a clear improvement over the BA10/5 and as such, remained as the standard shift transmission in the six-cylinder Wrangler through 1999.
Can a V8 engine be swapped into a wrangler?
Swapping a V8 into an open roof Jeep like a CJ or a Wrangler is an old practice that continues today. Since modern electronically controlled engines have matured swapping one of these into a classic Jeep is easier than ever. They still carry a hefty price tag but performance and reliability just can’t be beat.
This 4.0 had made it into the Wrangler late enough to get the Mopar engine management system, bypassing the Renix system as found in the XJ from 1987-1990. Power was up and fuel economy nudged up a bit from the 258, and the addition of this engine boosted the YJ powertrain into a somewhat more respectable realm.
As a middle model year change in 1988, the six-cylinder YJ received the AX15 five-speed transmission. This transmission was a clear improvement over the BA10/5 and as such, remained as the standard shift transmission in the six-cylinder Wrangler through 1999.
What kind of engine does a YJ Wrangler have?
This Chevrolet V8 in a YJ Wrangler is illustrative. The engine fits great into the bay, and owner S. Lomoriello shows some beautifully clean installation work. The YJ was released with two available engines; one being the AMC 2.5L, four-cylinder with 105 hp.
What kind of transmission do I need for YJ Jeep?
They are sometimes more central to the conversion than the engine. In the entire production run of the YJ Jeep, all transmissions except one should be ruled out when performing a GM engine swap. These include the AX5, Peugeot and 904 / 30RH transmissions, which were hardly durable behind the lackluster factory engines.
Where can I get replacement parts for my Jeep?
For 30 years, Quadratec’s garage has been open for you to find the best possible Jeep replacement parts around. Whether it is just a simple repair project, or full-blown restoration job, Quadratec has the stuff to make it happen. We offer a full line of OEM parts for most Jeep vehicles, broken down section by section for easy access.