FLASHBACK Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 ok so lets start with my 24 dollar mj ya, 24 bucks, well a 26 of wiskey i have named him spot. hes got a 2.5 5speed and 2wd and I'm wanting to swap it over to 4x4 but i wanna keep it 4cyl. I have looked for some info and found info on a 6cyl but none with a 4cyl. So I'm wondering if anybody has links to biuld ups or just any general info like driveshfts i need i think i need an ax-5 out of a 4x4 4cyl. Thanks guys and gals Travis the tare down has started Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 Sorry I can't help with project info for you, but good luck with it. It's always a blast to do a big build like that. You should be sure to start a project thread in the "Projects Forum" ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvusse Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 $24? DANG! Are you sure you're in Canada, and not Wisconsin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjeff87 Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 Mine was an 87 2.5 2WD when I got it, and I converted it to 4WD more than a few years ago. You will need a 4WD AX4/5 from behind a 2.5 XJ or MJ for a direct swap, along with a 21 spline transfer case with a short input gear. Stay away from YJ trannies because they have a recessed output requiring a 21 spline LONG input transfer case (if you can score a YJ tranny/TC combo I would go for it, otherwise stick to XJ/MJ). The only part that you will have to source 4WD MJ specific is the rear driveshaft (as well as bed size), otherwise you'll need to cut your 2WD down or have a new shaft built to size. Everything else can be scavenged as a bolt-in from a 4WD XJ/MJ. And, welcome to CC :cheers: Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 The conversion is essentially the same, you just need to stick with drivetrain parts from a 2.5L or 2.8L Cherokee or Comanche. You should have 4.10 gears in your rear axle (best to double check), so you'll need to get an axle with a matching gears up front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLASHBACK Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 thanks for the replies. This is what was expecting to hear i just wanted to double check. I'm headin down to the pick and pull i hope to find a complete 4cyl xj or mj 4x4. Thanks again glad i found this website Travis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 How nasty of whiskey did you buy the guy? Medallion? I know Albeerta has cheaper booze than here, but I didn't think by that much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLASHBACK Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 crown royal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 crown royal Crown is more like $40 for a 26er here... :nuts: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLASHBACK Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 wow thats crazy it was 20.99 plust tax i don't wanna move to bc any more booze is to much lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 BC is nice, but some things are more pricey. Anyways, do you just plan to convert to 4wd, or to lift/wheel it too? You might be better off getting a SYE and a double cardon driveshaft for the rear now instead of sourcing a stock rear driveshaft (which will be hard to find) if you do plan to wheel it a bunch at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLASHBACK Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 its gonna be more of a winter truck and quad hauler. All my buddies gave up on wheelin so to build a big bush truck is a bit of a waste. I'm probably gonna do like a spacer and shackle so i can fit 30x9.5 or maby 31x10.50 my daily driver became a little winter unfriendly a few weeks ago. Its a little to low for the snowy winters but fun for rippen in the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWLONGSHOT Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 Since picking up a little 323. I have really been noticing little VW's for some reason... GTI's especially... :D Nice ride. CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallisek Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 Have fun with your swap. I'm doing the exact same thing on my 91 MJ. Leaving the 2.5 and swapping in an AX5 out of an XJ with a 21spline 231. I'm going to have two driveshafts custom built from Tom Woods. High quality stuff and decent prices, bought two for my XJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtdesigns Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 dang dude I just had a 85 gti like yours crushed.. It needed two fuel pump,, one in tank and one under hood.. I can't see paying 180 for one and 230 for the other... the car needed alot of bodywork done to it too.. I still have the oem wheels if your interested.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLASHBACK Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 thank but i have vw wheels coming out my @$$ I'm trying to get rid of some i just had an 86 parts car towed away it was a real gem hahaha had good suspention tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtdesigns Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 hey that looked like the one I just sent off.... alot less rust though,, but about the same shape.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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