Topic: TJ weight, where does it come from?

[jagular7]

Anyone have a measurement of the weight of the 2.5l? and trans (auto/manual)?

The FAQ only has info on the hp (105-125 hp @ 4,000- 5,400 rpm) and torque numbers (125-150 lb- ft @ 2,600- 3,200 rpm).

Recently, my TJ with a winch, 1/4 tank, 34" LTBs and a 60# dog weighed in at 3540#s. That's awfully heavy for the little 120hp (when brand new) engine. The power to weight ratio is really low.
I'm weighing options of other drivelines which have 120hp-150hp but are maybe 100-200#'s lighter in weight.

Where is the weight of a TJ anyways? Is it in the frame? Axle housings are quite light. The aluminum t-case is light. Could it be in the 4 cyl engine/trans? Maybe the airbags....lol?

In comparison, anyone weigh a YJ to come near its stock advertised weight?

[chrisfranklin]

Look at the bright side, its got a better power to weight than your standard H1  

Trade the hard doors for cloth, remove the spare, remove the backseat, get one of those california tops that doesn't use a frame.  You can probably drop 300 pounds; I think I was asking about weight in another post in here a few days ago, too.  But, aerodynamics on a Jeep are a killer.  

My YJ 4 probably weighs in around 3300lbs (no winch, backseat, wears  29s) or so and probably only makes about 135-140hp.  But, it goes ok.

[Jeffy]

Where is the weight of a TJ?  Everywhere!  The body isn't light.  The frame isn't that light either.  Drivetrain, even though it's made from alumunum still weighs a bit.  Axles, wiring, accessories, engine, wheels, tires, etc...

Just a winch weighs in around 75-110lbs for the winch and then you've got to add the winch plate.