i know this is asked alot but

[btm24]

So i know this has been asked alot but all of the topics i found are old so i thought i would start up a new thred.So i would like some time in the distence i would like to convert my 2x4 to 4x4. I have a 1989 Jeep comanche pioneer all stock audo with a 4.0 I6. So what in great detail will i need and what would this cost me out of pocket? also i don't know if i should lift first or after? i would like to lift about 5". oh and one more thing is should i replace my dana 35 with a 44 during this convert? ty so much

[Rymanrph]

It really depends on what components you get and where you get them from. I upgraded to a '95 transmission/transfer case, '97 dana 30 and a '01 8.25 all from a large chain junkyard with a warranty ($). Pull-a-part would be much cheaper. You'll need small pieces like new spring perches (depending on the axle), possibly a longer speedo cable (mine was long enough), the tc linkage and shifter. Your 2wd brake calipers won't work, so I ended up having to get new front brakes, shorter rear drive shaft (obviously you'll need a front shaft), etc. I got a lot of new components and total I spent at least $1k on converting to 4wd. You can do it for a lot cheaper though. I did my lift and swap at the same time and I'm glad I did. It kept me from having to do some of the same work twice.

[Pete M]

yup, totally depends on how cheap you can get parts. frequently it's cheaper to buy an entire XJ and then part out what you don't use.

[btm24]

yup, totally depends on how cheap you can get parts. frequently it's cheaper to buy an entire XJ and then part out what you don't use.

ok yeah thats what I'm prob gonna do thanks alot guys your a big help