The PCM can be reprogrammed so regular unleaded can be used.

In message <43D19FA7.5790D629@cac.net>, "philthy" wrote:

>it's a specialty vehicle that does require premium gas or it's pings badly
>
>D wrote:
>
>> Hi All,
>> Just looking for input on what you think of the 5.9 Grand Cherokee from
>> 1998 as a reliable vehicle. I have a 1993 with the 4.0 inline 6 that has
>> been great for over 265,000 miles. Is the V-8 as reliable? I know this V-8
>> was a special order type thing and is a real fire-breather. Reason I ask is
>> I have seen one for sale in town and it's very nice looking. Not sure what
>> they're asking for it though.
>> Thanks.
>> D

 

The PCM can be reprogrammed so regular unleaded can be used.

In message <43D19FA7.5790D629@cac.net>, "philthy" wrote:

>it's a specialty vehicle that does require premium gas or it's pings badly
>
>D wrote:
>
>> Hi All,
>> Just looking for input on what you think of the 5.9 Grand Cherokee from
>> 1998 as a reliable vehicle. I have a 1993 with the 4.0 inline 6 that has
>> been great for over 265,000 miles. Is the V-8 as reliable? I know this V-8
>> was a special order type thing and is a real fire-breather. Reason I ask is
>> I have seen one for sale in town and it's very nice looking. Not sure what
>> they're asking for it though.
>> Thanks.
>> D

 

The PCM can be reprogrammed so regular unleaded can be used.

In message <43D19FA7.5790D629@cac.net>, "philthy" wrote:

>it's a specialty vehicle that does require premium gas or it's pings badly
>
>D wrote:
>
>> Hi All,
>> Just looking for input on what you think of the 5.9 Grand Cherokee from
>> 1998 as a reliable vehicle. I have a 1993 with the 4.0 inline 6 that has
>> been great for over 265,000 miles. Is the V-8 as reliable? I know this V-8
>> was a special order type thing and is a real fire-breather. Reason I ask is
>> I have seen one for sale in town and it's very nice looking. Not sure what
>> they're asking for it though.
>> Thanks.
>> D

 

Can't beat the amount of vehicle you get for the price with a well kept '98
GC 5.9 Limited. These things were near $40k when new and had every option
imaginable.

The notes about fuel consumption are good advice. This is a thirsty vehicle
and will take teh good stuff, and you may even have to shop brands of that
to keep detonation down to a minimum.

I was told the drivetrain is almost bullet proof as long as the fluids are
changed regularly. A 25k interval is recommended for everything from
differentials to transmission. With the beast up front, I could se that an
unkept tranny might be the most common mechanical failure.

I've had mine for about 15 months and 30k miles now and don't regret the
purchase at all. Yes, it is expensive to keep, but as a winter vehicle,
it's not too bad.

I guess my only complaint is the Infinity sound system. The front speakers
(doors and dash) on all the ones I looked at before purchasing and mine
appear to be a weak link.

Oh, as as for it being a mid-pak performer, $289 for the K&M intake and $89
for a Flowmaster quickly evens the playing field.

Bob
Liberty MO


"D" <dpfer@r.com> wrote in message
news:BDXyf.33953$0e.22394@tornado.rdc-kc.rr.com...
> Hi All,
> Just looking for input on what you think of the 5.9 Grand Cherokee from
> 1998 as a reliable vehicle. I have a 1993 with the 4.0 inline 6 that has
> been great for over 265,000 miles. Is the V-8 as reliable? I know this V-8
> was a special order type thing and is a real fire-breather. Reason I ask
> is
> I have seen one for sale in town and it's very nice looking. Not sure what
> they're asking for it though.
> Thanks.
> D
>
>

 

Can't beat the amount of vehicle you get for the price with a well kept '98
GC 5.9 Limited. These things were near $40k when new and had every option
imaginable.

The notes about fuel consumption are good advice. This is a thirsty vehicle
and will take teh good stuff, and you may even have to shop brands of that
to keep detonation down to a minimum.

I was told the drivetrain is almost bullet proof as long as the fluids are
changed regularly. A 25k interval is recommended for everything from
differentials to transmission. With the beast up front, I could se that an
unkept tranny might be the most common mechanical failure.

I've had mine for about 15 months and 30k miles now and don't regret the
purchase at all. Yes, it is expensive to keep, but as a winter vehicle,
it's not too bad.

I guess my only complaint is the Infinity sound system. The front speakers
(doors and dash) on all the ones I looked at before purchasing and mine
appear to be a weak link.

Oh, as as for it being a mid-pak performer, $289 for the K&M intake and $89
for a Flowmaster quickly evens the playing field.

Bob
Liberty MO


"D" <dpfer@r.com> wrote in message
news:BDXyf.33953$0e.22394@tornado.rdc-kc.rr.com...
> Hi All,
> Just looking for input on what you think of the 5.9 Grand Cherokee from
> 1998 as a reliable vehicle. I have a 1993 with the 4.0 inline 6 that has
> been great for over 265,000 miles. Is the V-8 as reliable? I know this V-8
> was a special order type thing and is a real fire-breather. Reason I ask
> is
> I have seen one for sale in town and it's very nice looking. Not sure what
> they're asking for it though.
> Thanks.
> D
>
>

 

Can't beat the amount of vehicle you get for the price with a well kept '98
GC 5.9 Limited. These things were near $40k when new and had every option
imaginable.

The notes about fuel consumption are good advice. This is a thirsty vehicle
and will take teh good stuff, and you may even have to shop brands of that
to keep detonation down to a minimum.

I was told the drivetrain is almost bullet proof as long as the fluids are
changed regularly. A 25k interval is recommended for everything from
differentials to transmission. With the beast up front, I could se that an
unkept tranny might be the most common mechanical failure.

I've had mine for about 15 months and 30k miles now and don't regret the
purchase at all. Yes, it is expensive to keep, but as a winter vehicle,
it's not too bad.

I guess my only complaint is the Infinity sound system. The front speakers
(doors and dash) on all the ones I looked at before purchasing and mine
appear to be a weak link.

Oh, as as for it being a mid-pak performer, $289 for the K&M intake and $89
for a Flowmaster quickly evens the playing field.

Bob
Liberty MO


"D" <dpfer@r.com> wrote in message
news:BDXyf.33953$0e.22394@tornado.rdc-kc.rr.com...
> Hi All,
> Just looking for input on what you think of the 5.9 Grand Cherokee from
> 1998 as a reliable vehicle. I have a 1993 with the 4.0 inline 6 that has
> been great for over 265,000 miles. Is the V-8 as reliable? I know this V-8
> was a special order type thing and is a real fire-breather. Reason I ask
> is
> I have seen one for sale in town and it's very nice looking. Not sure what
> they're asking for it though.
> Thanks.
> D
>
>

 

and it's just as fast as the new GC Hemi!!!

not the SRT 8 of course

 

and it's just as fast as the new GC Hemi!!!

not the SRT 8 of course

 

and it's just as fast as the new GC Hemi!!!

not the SRT 8 of course

 

u could do that but then u would lose the rt type performance

bllsht wrote:

> The PCM can be reprogrammed so regular unleaded can be used.
>
> In message <43D19FA7.5790D629@cac.net>, "philthy" wrote:
>
> >it's a specialty vehicle that does require premium gas or it's pings badly
> >
> >D wrote:
> >
> >> Hi All,
> >> Just looking for input on what you think of the 5.9 Grand Cherokee from
> >> 1998 as a reliable vehicle. I have a 1993 with the 4.0 inline 6 that has
> >> been great for over 265,000 miles. Is the V-8 as reliable? I know this V-8
> >> was a special order type thing and is a real fire-breather. Reason I ask is
> >> I have seen one for sale in town and it's very nice looking. Not sure what
> >> they're asking for it though.
> >> Thanks.
> >> D