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I appreciate the input but I was looking to put a renix into an ho, but at any rate I've decided that its probably not worth the trouble when the engine I have now is relatively young so I'll wait untill I have a better need to do a swap.

If you're implying that the tachometer will be incompatible since it's a 2.8, that is not the case. Clusters used in 4.0 rigs will read correctly if put into a 2.8 rig since there are the same number of cylinders, thus the same number of pulses per revolution to trigger the tach. i was unaware of that; the more you know :thumbsup:

he could get classic plates until emissions work is complete, might be difficult to fins a full cluster for it since it has the v6.

I'm afraid that with number of miles on the ho it will need machining and I don't want to put the money out if I don't have to. not that the renix wouldn't benefit from machining but with nearly half the miles it would be less needed, hopefully. Either way I will want to do new gaskets if the engine is out so its not that much more work to move parts around while they are apart.

I failed to mention that the 96 is an automatic so I'm going to have to switch over to the 96's flex plate no matter what. Thank you for your input mvusse

So here's the story... I have a line on a cheap 96 xj to use as a donor for its tranny, dash, center console, everything under the hood, sheet metal, Chrysler 8.25, and wheels. I have been wanting to change the tranny and the dash is toast in my 89 4.0l 5speed so this is just what I have been looking for, but the engine in the 96 has 120k more mile on it than the renix engine I already have in the 89. So I want to strip the renix down and put all of the HO stuff onto it, including the head, exhaust/intake manifolds, distributor, etc etc. (everything that makes the HO different from the renix) My question here is: is that really all there is to it? I have seen cruiser's HO into renix guide but I have found little to nothing about going the other way. Also it is of note that I will want to put a new gasket set on the engine while I have it out and will replace anything that needs to be replaced along the way. Your thoughts and opinions are appreciated.

there is what looks to be a decent 86 with a 2.5 in Nashville listed for 800. Let me find the link...http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/4112802354.html

Thanks I'll do that! I ran a relay straight off the battery and used a switched ground to control it, so I'm thinking that the dash ground that 88whitemanche mentioned may be the issue, though i did remove a no longer used wire from the fuse block and may have knocked something loose...

So Today I decided to run a switch and relay to power the fan independent of the factory setup, just for a quick easy fix. Took her around the block to make sure everything went as expected...the fan works but now my tach and voltmeter don't work! Talk about one step forward and two steps back.... My speedometer and gas gauge still work as they did before and I even have back lights on the cluster. Any ideas? The truck is an 89 4.0l Manual 2wd.

I think you are right about the top one. 97+ upside down, for sure. I ain't never seen no natural 86 with that bumper. :no:

Dude it looks so good, I'm glad that everything ended up working for you. :thumbsup:

I have a set, pm sent to OP :thumbsup:

got to see this sweet rig the other day, its even better in person!

http://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/dash-removal-35444/

1991-1996 cluster from a cherokee should work. just make sure you get one from a vehicle with a like engine as yours, and get those sensors. it should be a direct swap, an easy one too with no speedo cable to break.

Guessing its not his :redX:

http://huntsville.craigslist.org/cto/4086904961.html CLhuntsvilleall for sale / wantedcars & trucks - by owner Reply w2ctj-4086904961@sale.craigslist.org [?] flag [?] : miscategorized prohibited spam best of Posted: 2013-09-23, 7:11PM CDT 89 jeep comanche trail toy - $700 (union grove) Needs work but runs and drive . Need radiator and ac mount for the fan. 4.0 with a 5 speed transmission. 256-503-7748 call or text. Location: union grove it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests Posting ID: 4086904961 Posted: 2013-09-23, 7:11PM CDT email to a friend Avoid scams, deal locally! Do NOT wire funds (Western Union, Moneygram). Beware cashier checks, money orders, shipping, non-local buyers/sellers. More info FORMAT: mobile regular © 2013 craigslist help terms privacy safety feedback about cl jobs

I want that!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/jeep-comanche-86-92-Tail-Lights-Driver-And-Passenger-/171134129088?pt=Motors_Manuals_Literature&hash=item27d86393c0&vxp=mtr

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:drool:

somebody get this man a yj!

Went to a car show last night with a few buddies, got to drive a friends VW bus. Man those things feel like something else!

am I the only one that read that wrong? :rotf: :laughin: :agree: knew it wasn't right; its just what they had posted. The idea of propane conversion is nothing new but the idea that they are offering it for TBI engines is intriguing. Wish the had 4.0 pics :fs1:

Was browsing this site and came across this. Not personally considering this but thought someone else might like it.