What year XJ came with high pinion?
What year XJ came with high pinion?
High pinion D30’s were used up to 1999, so get as new a pratically possible. In 2000, there was a redesign of the exhaust manifold, hence the need for the low pinion axle, for exhaust clearance.
Are all XJ high pinion?
All 1984-1999 XJ and MJ have high pinion D30. The 2000-01 XJ have low pinion. HP vs. LP is where the differential pinion snout is located on the differential, down low or up high.
When did Jeep change the body of the XJ?
In 96 the body structure was strengthened some although it was not noticeable in appearance. In 97 the body (and interior) was redesigned to freshen it up a bit. Most noticeably it gave the body smoother lines by changing the bumpers, flares, and moldings.
What should the gear ratio be on a Jeep XJ?
If your Jeep is equipped with an AX-15 automatic you’ll probably want 4.56:1 gears. At this tire size, your Jeep won’t be very street friendly so an even lower gear ratio than what we recommend might be better for crawling. At the 40-inch tire size, your XJ will basically be un-driveable on the street.
What are the VIN numbers for a Jeep XJ?
1984-1988 XJ Chart Position Interpretation Code=Description 1 Country of Origin 1 = United States 2 Make J = Jeep 3 Vehicle Type C = MPV D = Incomplete Vehicle 4 Engine Type B = 2.1L (128 Cu. in.) 4-Cylinder Turbo
What kind of tire do I need for my XJ?
Here sits an XJ with 35-inch tires. At this tire size, you’ll also want to look into upgrading your rear axle to a Ford 8.8 or Dana 44. Make sure whatever gears you buy will work with the axles you’re buying. At the 37-inch tire size, you’ll probably want to upgrade to full-size axles.
How big is the rear axle on a Jeep XJ?
A great 8.8″ rear axle upgrade for your Jeep XJ. Don’t waste money rebuilding your Dana 35 axle or upgrading it when you can replace it with this bolt in Ford 8.8 axle complete assembly. It is Factory width with the same lug pattern.
In 96 the body structure was strengthened some although it was not noticeable in appearance. In 97 the body (and interior) was redesigned to freshen it up a bit. Most noticeably it gave the body smoother lines by changing the bumpers, flares, and moldings.
Can a Cherokee XJ 44 be attached to a Dana 35?
The original XJ 44 can be bolted on to any Cherokee, with a possible modification only to the rear driveshaft. It’s a length issue. The Dana 44 pinion is about an inch longer than the Dana 35 pinion, so technically you’ll need a driveshaft that’s an inch shorter.
Can a unibody Xj be used on a road?
HOWEVER DUE TO THE HARMONICS OF A UNIBODY XJ & ZJ THIS AXLE MAY CAUSE SOME VIBRATION AND NOISE EVEN UNDER NORMAL ROAD OPERATION. WE ONLY RECOMMEND THIS AXLE TO BE USED OFFROAD.
