The grand cherokees origins date back to 1983 when american motors corporation amc was designing a successor to the smaller jeep cherokee xj. If you need expert advice on a project, our fourwheel drive professionals will talk specifications and top brands until someone is blue in the face, ensuring proper fitment and correct part selection. Based on the jeep concept 1 1989, the grand cherokee s origins date back to 1983 when american motors engineers were designing an xj cherokee successor. Jun 09, 2014 the 9698 jeep grand cherokee uses a saginaw 800style box that was used in many gm midsize cars and lightduty trucks, but with all of the best specs for abody use.
I know in the f and x body world you have to use a factory ps arm. The 9698 jeep grand cherokee uses a saginaw 800style box that was used in many gm midsize cars and lightduty trucks, but with all of the best specs for abody use. Introduced in 1992 for the 1993 model year, development of the zj grand cherokee started under american motors corporation amc and was continued after the company was acquired by. How to ls swap an xj jeep cherokee jeep cherokee 2 8l turbo sel aw 4 transmission swap 1 improving 4 0l mpg expedition portal blue jeep manual jk forumjeep cherokee auto to manual transmission swapjeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarszj manual shift jeep cherokee forumaw 4 transmission swap 1zj manual transmissionhow to ls. Apr 19, 2020 how to ls swap an xj jeep cherokee jeep cherokee 2 8l turbo sel aw 4 transmission swap 1 improving 4 0l mpg expedition portal blue jeep manual jk forumjeep cherokee auto to manual transmission swapjeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarszj manual shift jeep cherokee forumaw 4 transmission swap 1zj manual transmissionhow to ls. Id been dreaming about owning an ultrarare one of probably just a few hundred ever made in model years 93 and 94 only, manual zj grand cherokee since i was just a kid living in. The best online destination and local store solution for all of your truck and jeep offroading needs. I found one guy online who replaced his manual 5 speed ax15 for an aw4 that he picked from a 2001 xj to put into his 1997 tj. Get discount prices, fast shipping and ultimate product help when shopping for 1997 jeep grand cherokee zj parts at 4 wheel parts.
Whether you are looking to upgrade a jeep zj front axle or a 1996 jeep grand cherokee front axle we offer the best prices and top parts for the job. Jeep grand cherokee manual transmission swap w 318 v8 im looking to swap a manual transmission into a 9698 zj v8 for a purpose built race vehicle. It has been converted from a 42re 4spd automatic transmission to a ax15 5spd manual transmission. Transmission the ax15 is the 5 speed manual transmission used in the zj. I know ill need the np231 to go with it that has the same spline count 23 i believe. This time im starting with a virtually bone stock 97 zj grand cherokee limited. Ax15 zj swap how to modify the manual pedals to fit. Scroungers guide jeep grand cherokee powersteeringbox. And for one year in the zj, as well as some toyota trucks. I swapped a np242 from a 1991 jeep cherokee xj into my jeep grand cherokee zj with a np249. I however used a 94 xj ax15 tranny mount bracket, cut off the. Oct 11, 2016 if you use the jeep cherokee steering shaft between the steering wheel and the steering box is a nice way to eliminate the rag joint, they use ujoints, and they are around 50.
Jeep grand cherokee manual transmission swap foto jeep. The new downsized cherokee weighed in at just over 3,000 lbs. This is what installing a diesel kj nv3550 manual transmission looks like. Painless wiring factory preterminated replacement harness assembly for 8791 jeep wrangler yj. Read free manual jeep xj 1996 swapped an ax15 5 speed in it this year. Jeep grand cherokee zj walk around by frankenstain 4x4. Jan 29, 2020 jeep grand cherokee wj truck conversion corvette v8 into the new jeep wrangler cleveland power performance just how to ls swap an xj jeep cherokeejeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarsjeep cherokee auto to manual transmission swapjeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarszj manual shift jeep cherokee forumjeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarsjeep swap. Will a jeep xj cherokee clutch pedal fit a zj grand.
Everything you need to swap an ax15 manual transmission. Has anyone here done this swap nothing came up in the. Apr 02, 2017 the zj grand cherokee was available with a 4. Painless wiring preterminated wire harness for 7686 jeep cj5 and cj7. Ive read that the ax15 will bolt up to the 318 using a dakota bellhousing but i dont see anything referencing the grand cherokee.
Jeep xj manual transmission swap foto jeep and wallpaper hd. Np249, nv249 transfer case swap to np242 or np231 before we get to ahead of ourselves on the swap, lets discuss why you would want to swap. The np249 is a strong transfer case tc, but its weak point is the viscous coupling vc. The grand cherokee was a spinoff of the notably smaller jeep cherokee. Jeep cherokee xj nv3550 manual swap this is what installing a diesel kj nv3550 manual transmission looks like. Long tube triy headers, 199904 jeep grand cherokee wj, 4. The jeep grand cherokee zj is the first generation of the jeep grand cherokee sport utility vehicle. Anyone heard of someone converting their wj into manual transmission. Introduced in 1992 for the 1993 model year, development of the zj grand cherokee started under american motors corporation amc and was continued after the company was acquired by chrysler in 1987. I work on fitting the manual transmission shifter into the center console without looking too butchered. Not much larger than the popular jeep cherokee, it added layers of luxury hitherto found only in the wagoneer, with a base 4liter engine pumping out 190 horsepower and 225 lbft of torque through a fourspeed automatic. The process started because i had a 1993 grand cherokee that needed an engine and front differential, and i had a chevrolet pickup i bought to use the 6. Be careful, many people assume that they are the same but they are not. The seat cushions are completely ruined and instead of them getting re done i was thinking about switching them out for manual aftermarket seats.
Trigger malefemale connector set for trigger solid state accessory system. In spring 1992, jeep fans across the nation woke up to a new beast. Jan 16, 2014 the this i am referring to is a stickshift jeep grand cherokee. Also note the brake master cylinder and booster part numbers, matching the brake components is critical to a safe conversion. Jeep wj grand cherokee roof rack 1999 2004 jun 29, 2018. If you provide the year for your zj jeep grand cherokee, i can share the. Grand cherokee zj i am purchasing a 98 zj that has powered seats. Read book jeep grand cherokee 1997 manual jeep grand cherokee 1997 manual 1997 jeep grand cherokee ax15 5spd drive this is a 1997 jeep zj. Well look no further, in this video i cover everything you need to know, and more. I also wanted to do this swap because the 9395 np249 does not lock 5050 in 4low. Crown automotive door panel fastener for 0106 jeep wrangler tj.
Manual transmission fluid change 1999 jeep cherokee ax15 1999 jeep cherokee manual transmission fluid change ax15. Grand cherokee zj manual transmission swap part 1 youtube. This web page is about the conversion of a 1993 jeep grand cherokee to run on diesel or other oils. Based on the jeep concept 1 1989, the grand cherokees origins date back to 1983 when american motors engineers were designing an xj cherokee successor. Jeep grand cherokee wj truck conversion corvette v8 into the new jeep wrangler cleveland power performance just how to ls swap an xj jeep cherokeejeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarsjeep cherokee auto to manual transmission swapjeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarszj manual shift jeep cherokee forumjeep grand cherokee manual it exists. Three outside nonamc designerslarry shinoda, alain clenet, and giorgetto giugiarowere also under contract with amc to create and build a clay model of the cherokee xj replacement, then known as the xjc project. Jeep grand cherokee manual transmission swap foto jeep and. Im not concerned with aesthetics but more with reliability. Everything you need to swap an ax15 manual transmission into a jeep zj by lostfart. First, the only feasible swap is a 231 or 242 from a jeep, specifically an xj or zj. The goal of this swap is to have the following capabilities. This swap is on the rare side, so we decided a video covering the. It is a chain driven aluminum cased transfer case and it offers a wide range of driver selectable options, including 2wd hi range, full time 4wd, and part time 4wd high and low range. Aug 01, 2008 check out this axle and suspension conversion for a 19931998 jeep grand cherokee zj.
We have 11 1994 jeep grand cherokee vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 2 1owner cars, and 10 personal use cars. Therefore, most will not be able to reproduce my swap because it involves buying a 2. I already know what transmission i believe i will use, it is the new venture nv3550 but i am not sure about pedals and transfer case to be used. Find the best used 1994 jeep grand cherokee near you. In june, 20, chrysler corporation responded to the recall, agreeing to recall 2. Personally, if the 42re and np249 failed and i also wanted a manual transmission, i would find a good zj grand cherokee manual transmission vehicle very rare with the 4. Have you ever wanted to swap in a manual transmission into your jeep grand cherokee zj. Got the nv3500 transmission swapped in my zj grand cherokee and made it as factory appearing as possible.
Wj manual transmission conversion jeep garage jeep forum. Jeep wj grand cherokee transfer case skid plate sep 20, 2018. Vin 1j4gz58s6rc277586 vehicle description 1994 jeep grand cherokee convenience group monotone paint 90 amp. The xj cherokee was the first jeep with unitized body construction, coil spring and track arm front suspension and a set of road manners that made it a broad hybrid. Most jeep sixcylinder autos will absorb the tpi 350s power without issue. Converting a zj grand cherokee to manual 5speed transmission. Zj grand cherokee 249 to 242 transfer case swap, by wes. Jeep cherokee xj nv3550 manual swap this is what installing a. Jeep xj cherokee track bar 1987 2001 xjmj jun 20, 2018.
The grand cherokee zj has been produced since 1993. The jeep grand cherokee has been around for 26 model years, and of the many millions built, only a few hundred came with manual transmissions. Will a jeep xj cherokee clutch pedal fit a zj grand cherokee. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Watch motorweek drive an ultrarare manual jeep grand cherokee. Jeep grand cherokee free workshop and repair manuals. Ax15 zj swap how to modify the manual pedals to fit youtube. Check out this axle and suspension conversion for a 19931998 jeep grand cherokee zj. The ax15 is a medium duty 5 speed manual transmission. When you do the auto to manual swap will the cruise still work. The nv 242 can be found in xj cherokees and zj and wj grand cherokees where it is commonly known as selectrac. Jeep xj cherokee steering box brace 84 01 sep 20, 2018. Heres a demonstration of my manual transmission swap on my 5.
Apparently jeep really did offer a manual transmission on the first few grand cherokee models, including a full complement of three pedals, a tachometer, and a gear lever that resembles a. Acces pdf 1996 jeep grand cherokee manual 1996 jeep grand cherokee manual. The styling was fresh, with a lower hood line than any previous jeep, a wide stance and a handsome design. If you have a nvp249 from a 9698 zj it does lock 5050 in. Ax15 swap into a 98 cherokee does anyone know what year and model jeeps i can take an ax15 transmission out of and put into my 98 jeep cherokee with the 4. Dodge cases have a different main shaft and tail cone assembly, and wj cases have no speedometer sensor provision. Everything you need to swap an ax15 manual transmission into a.
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