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Title: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: Sherpa on September 23, 2010, 10:30:08 PM
It was a no-brainer, really: I bought a 4.0L TJ!

(http://dempseybowling.com/cars/98sport/jeeps2.jpg)

It's a 1998 Sport 5-speed with the Dana44 axle, 3.73 gears and only 82,000 miles.  It needs some minor TLC to be ready for full-time use (new 31" tires and a budget boost, a serious steam cleaning inside, a new soft top, and a real front bumper to replace that goofy hoop thing currently installed).  As soon as I'm done addressing those items, the '97 SE goes up for sale.
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: Jeffy on September 23, 2010, 10:32:03 PM
Swap parts till, you're satisfied.
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: Sherpa on September 23, 2010, 10:37:04 PM
Quote from: Jeffy on September 23, 2010, 10:32:03 PM
Swap parts till, you're satisfied.

You betcha!  The rocker guards required drilling, so they'll stay put.  I think the budget boost will make the SE more marketable, so that will also remain (and besides, I can get another one for dirt cheap anyway).  But my CB antenna, front diff guard, new 31" MT/Rs, aftermarket stereo system, etc will all be transferred over.
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: Jeffy on September 23, 2010, 10:41:39 PM
If you didn't care about making a dog out of the 2.5L you could swap axles with the 4.0L.
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: neale_rs on September 24, 2010, 08:16:25 AM
Looks good. I would leave the hoop thing on there.  It protects your fenders and also allows the tires to contact rocks under the fenders.  The hoop also protects the radiator in case of a roll. I really like the design.
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: chardrc on September 24, 2010, 09:08:06 AM
Quote from: Jeffy on September 23, 2010, 10:41:39 PM
If you didn't care about making a dog out of the 2.5L you could swap axles with the 4.0L.

he said the new one had a Dana 44.. don't thing swapping the d35 in would be preferable..lol.. i hope you enjoy your new jeep and don't find any hidden gremlins from past owners...
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: Jeffy on September 24, 2010, 12:42:33 PM
Quote from: chardrc on September 24, 2010, 09:08:06 AM
he said the new one had a Dana 44.. don't thing swapping the d35 in would be preferable..lol.. i hope you enjoy your new jeep and don't find any hidden gremlins from past owners...
Ah, missed that!
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: knotts89 on September 24, 2010, 03:12:38 PM
Congrats thought about doing the same a few times but just cant part with the jeep i have now. Hope you enjoy it
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: Sherpa on September 24, 2010, 10:28:29 PM
Quote from: neale_rs on September 24, 2010, 08:16:25 AM
I would leave the hoop thing on there.  It protects your fenders and also allows the tires to contact rocks under the fenders.  The hoop also protects the radiator in case of a roll. I really like the design.

Wanna buy it? ;)
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: Sherpa on September 24, 2010, 10:32:27 PM
Quote from: knotts89 on September 24, 2010, 03:12:38 PM
Congrats thought about doing the same a few times but just cant part with the jeep i have now.

I certainly understand this sentiment.  I have cherished every one of my TJs, and there is a lot to love about my SE.  Nevertheless, my long-term plans would be better met with the Sport... so that's why I'm switching.

I've already got a buyer lined up for my SE.  Even better, he has outlined his immediate plans for modifications (3" lift + 33" tires) so we've discussed together how much stuff I can remove from the Jeep (nearly all of it) and what he would like to remain in place.  I'm very happy about that.
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: knotts89 on September 25, 2010, 08:41:23 AM
yea u cant beat that
Title: Re: I found a way to solve my lack of power problem with my 2.5L TJ
Post by: neale_rs on September 27, 2010, 09:15:51 AM
Quote from: Sherpa on September 24, 2010, 10:28:29 PM
Wanna buy it? ;)


I'm not sure how it would fit my YJ and it would be complicated getting it here (Monterrey, Mexico).  But I do like it.