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YJ engine Transplant

I have a 88 YJ its in good condition but the 258 doesnt have the power it should, the automatic transmision is about done with, and the carter carb is shit. I've been reading into a 350 drop but from the sounds of it, its expensive and takes some time. I'm just praying that if I s**nk a fuel injected 4.0 engine and transmision from a cherokee it would just bolt right in. Up here in vermont they're not alot of wranglers in salvage yards and its alot easier and probaly cheaper to find a cherokee.

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Adam
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L.W.(ßill)

or a dead grand wagoneer?

im for the turbo diesel swap. turbo diesels are better off road, and the newer ones are quiet. something like the ISB 170 would be good

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Erik Litchy

or a dead grand wagoneer?

im for the turbo diesel swap. turbo diesels are better off road, and the newer ones are quiet. something like the ISB 170 would be good

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Erik Litchy

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L.W.(ßill)

While you're at it, the late models Grand Waggys have d44s with 6-bolt hubs front and rear (you will want to re-gear them, though, their gearing is rather high).

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TJim

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twaldron

Adam I just installed a 98 ZJ 4.0 in my 89 YJ. You are on the right track with an XJ engine and tranny. Remember the AW4 is computer controlled so get all the wiring for the engine and the tranny. I did not change the tranny but the 4.0 swap is not that hard. If you need info I have a lot of links for this swap. Jim F. BTW I love the new engine!

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Hackle

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