nozzleboy352
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Gainesville Florida
Alright here we go. Im looking at buying an 1998 XJ limited with 163k on it. My first Jeep, hell my first off road vehicle. It has some minor problems but the main thing seems to be the rear end. The suspension makes some weird noises when the weight shifts(creaking,squeaking) which Im not sure if its normal or not in jeeps, I figure it can be fixed with new suspension when its lifted. My main problem though seems to be the differential (dana 35) Its been replaced once with one from a 2001 but it leaked water in some how and even after changing the oil in it its makes a whirring noise of it wearing out. I would like to eventually change it out for a Dana 44 and probably just put some disc brakes on it. Ive found one off a 87 grand wagoneer but my XJ has abs and from what Ive heard that could pose as a problem. I would like some input on this. I did do some searching but havent found anything on this situation. Now this is my one option but I have found a 97 ZJ with 108k on it that Im yet to drive but not exactly sure which is better. Any suggestions or comments will be gratefully accepted. Sorry for writing so much just needed to get some help.