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1998 Cherokee Build

Cgaines98

NAXJA Forum User
Location
California
Okay, new to the cherokee Forums, used to be on the manche forums but my XJ is my pride and joy. I am only 17 so keep that in mind. The jeep was bought in 2009 bone stock for around 2k and since then it has gone thru many changes and its getting close to my idea of perfect. Here is the build list so far:


Exterior:
1998 jeep cherokee 4 door sport
MORE Offroad w/winch front bumper
MORE Offroad w/tire carrier rear bumper
Warn 9500 series high speed winch with brand new cable
Custom high Clearance fender flares

Powertrain:
4:10 gears front and rear
HP Dana 30 front
Chrysler 8.25 rear with LSD
NP231 Transfer case (2H, 4H, N, 4LO)
AW4 Transmission
SYE kit

Engine:
Mustang bosch injectors 24LB
Airaid "cold" air intake
Airaid intake box
Edge tuner (Tranny and engine)
e3 diamond fire spark plugs
msd ignition system
New Cap, Rotor, Wires, alternator
Aftermarket head cover
Custom downpipe repositioned front o2 sensor for ease of reach and moved out of harms way
New header
flowmaster super 40
optima yellow top battery new terminals
new water pump and belt tensioner
New radiator
New A/C compressor/ Heater Core

Suspension:
5 inch old man emu short arm lift kit
Front arm relocation
OME coil springs
Emu Dakar leaf packs
2”block front
2” shackles rear
bilstein 5100 series shocks all around
transfer case drop kit
transmission drop kit
one set of quick disconnects on truck
Rocky road lower and upper control arms fully adjustable
all new fresh bushings in all suspension and steering
steering box welded and braced
Frame stiffened
35” General Grabbers
17x9 Black rock Type D rims


interior:
1500 watt sound system
12 type R alpine sub
all alpine speakers
pioneer DEH-p7100bt bluetooth/ipod/aux 60 watt per channel stereo with remote
1300 watt amplifier
standalone powered antenna
lloyds floor mats


Upcoming:
Hanneman Front Fenders
JKS Acos Adjustiable coild spacers and Bump Stops
Rear E-Locker
D44 front axle or build the HP D30
Mid arm conv.

Past:
33" BFG All Terrains
15x8 Black Rock Type D
31'' BFG Mud Terrains
17x7.5 Wrangler Rubicon Rims


The jeep was always a CA vehicle so it is rustless and I try to keep it clean, but it is NOT a mall crawler. I go out weekly to nearby trails and its got its fair share of mud stuck to the undercarriage. Thanks for looking, feel free to ask question and leave comments I'd like to hear your opinions. I am putting together the hundreds of photos for you all to see.


Photos here: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B8...y0tVExKRzNzZ2M

It has the black 17x9 rims on it now, the rubicons are gone as of last week.

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San Diego

Welcome aboard.

A lot of active members have meet and greets regularly in your area that are posted up on this thread.
It's always a good opportunity to meet new friends.
 
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Shined her up today, re-wired entire sound system and installed wiring harness for my LED pods that are in the mail. Day well spent.
 
You should put rock rails/sliders on you list. I know some say "chicks dig body damage", but the don't like climbing through the window because your doors don't open.
 
That thing is hardcore!
 
Planning on feeding those lights to a tree or a rock? Trees tend to eat faster while rocks chew their food better.
 
Much safer. It also allows for easy adjustment for various trail/driving conditions. I have mine there too. I have a bit of a problem with glare off my white hood. I'm leaning towards painting it flat black.
 
Much safer. It also allows for easy adjustment for various trail/driving conditions. I have mine there too. I have a bit of a problem with glare off my white hood. I'm leaning towards painting it flat black.

My glare isnt bad, But I dont wanna paint my hood and some people recommended plasti dip, But I found on amazon these hood blackout vinyls that look decent so I might go for those.

http://www.amazon.com/Cherokee-blac...qid=1452820483&sr=8-11&keywords=cherokee+hood
 
Considering I am a student and going to college next spring. I want to hear if you guys think I should keep this XJ or potentially sell it and build an MJ I have sitting around. And if I was to sell it what would you guys think is a fair price considering the parts list? Any input is appreciated. Not posting in classifieds cause its not officially for sale.
 
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