Why is the XJ Cherokee so cheap to buy?

Why is the XJ Cherokee so cheap to buy?

The XJ Cherokee is cheap to buy because there are so many, lightweight thanks to the unibody, and off-road great thanks to the near perfect wheelbase. If you’re on a tight budget then aftermarket lift kits may be out of the questions, but there is a junkyard solution.

When did the Jeep Cherokee XJ come out?

This page will detail the stock specs of the Jeep Cherokee (XJ) which was produced between 1984 – 2001 in the United States. That is a remarkable 18 year lifespan in which 2,884,172 Jeep Cherokees rolled off the assembly line!

What’s the problem with my 1998 Jeep Cherokee?

1998 jeep Cherokee classic has door locking/unlocking problem. sometimes they work and sometimes they don’t. passenger door lock makes a ticking noise when I push the door lock on drivers door. nothing will lock or unlock electronically. any help on how to fix would be very helpful. oldman44oldjeep98, May 1, 2018.

When did the second generation Jeep Cherokee come out?

In this article, we consider the second-generation Jeep Cherokee (XJ) after a facelift, produced from 1997 to 2001. Here you will find fuse box diagrams of Jeep Cherokee 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001, get information about the location of the fuse panels inside the car, and learn about the assignment of each fuse (fuse layout) and relay.

Produced from 1984-2001, the Jeep Cherokee XJ was one of the most popular SUVs of all time and to this day continues to be a trusted platform for offroad use. The XJ is light, nimble, and sports solid axles front and rear – a coveted trait that has all but disappeared in modern-day vehicles.

What kind of front axle does a Jeep XJ have?

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Is there a two door version of the Jeep Cherokee?

Both two- and four-door versions of the XJ Cherokee were offered throughout its lifetime, each having exactly the same track and wheelbase measurements. Two-door models, however, received longer doors and front seats that could fold forward to assist in rear passenger entry and exit.

Are there Jeep Cherokee XJ Dana 30 front axle parts?

We carry a huge selection of Jeep Cherokee XJ Dana 30 Front Axle & Differential Parts around!

What kind of shocks do I need to lift a Cherokee?

Another option is JK Wrangler shocks which are perfect for around two inches of lift, but may require slight modifications to work properly. The easiest option is the ZJ Grand Cherokee shocks since you can grab them when you buy the front springs. So there you have it. All of these parts can be found junkyards all over the US for pretty cheap.

How big of sway bar do I need for XJ Cherokee?

The stock XJ sway bar links are good for up to three inches of lift. If you need longer sway bar links the ZJ Grand Cherokee links are good for four to five inches of lift on an XJ Cherokee.

Can you add a leaf pack to an XJ Cherokee?

This involves combining a leaf pack from another vehicle with the XJ Cherokee leaf pack. The most popular option is creating an S10 bastard pack. This involves taking the main leaf from an S10, cutting the leaf eyes off of it, and adding that main leaf to the Cherokee leaf pack. This can also be done with the Dodge Dakota main leafs.

The XJ Cherokee is cheap to buy because there are so many, lightweight thanks to the unibody, and off-road great thanks to the near perfect wheelbase. If you’re on a tight budget then aftermarket lift kits may be out of the questions, but there is a junkyard solution.

When did the Jeep Grand Cherokee get a makeover?

In 1999, the Jeep Grand Cherokee underwent a complete makeover. And when we say complete, we mean it. The new and improved Grand Cherokee only used 127 parts from the previous design. The new vehicle was slightly larger overall and had a new interior layout, but it retained that classic Cherokee look and style.

What’s the gear ratio on a XJ Cherokee?

The stock 3.55:1 gear ratio you find in most automatic XJ Cherokee’s is perfect for the stock tire size or even a little bit larger. We’ve seen XJs on 37-inch tires run the stock gear ratios, but it was struggling to turn to those big tires. As you increase the size of the tires you effectively raise your gear ratio.

Another option is JK Wrangler shocks which are perfect for around two inches of lift, but may require slight modifications to work properly. The easiest option is the ZJ Grand Cherokee shocks since you can grab them when you buy the front springs. So there you have it. All of these parts can be found junkyards all over the US for pretty cheap.