Hi,

I currently own a 91 Cherokee (XJ ?) 4.0l HO, Auto, 4x4. AC

I REALLY like this Jeep, but it's definately seen better days. <sniff>

I'm also currently in the position to maybe get something a little
better.

One of the things I really like about this truck is that it's soooo
easy to work on. The straight 6 fits well in the compartment, the
truck is computer smart, but not too smart (if you now what I
mean).....it's just an easy truck to fix without shelling out an arm
and a leg for a real mechanic.

I also love the power of the l6 HO motor. My other Jeep is a GC with a
5.2l v318, and to be honest, I think if this l6 I have in the XJ now,
wasn't so beat, it'd be very comparable (considering the body weights
and all). Not to mention the beauty of a manual transfer case (the TC
in my GC got the deadly "viscous coupling" disease)

I think I can sum it up by saying....I really like this truck :-)

Now with all this in mind, if I were going to look up the road for a
newer XJ (maybe even the Sport), was there a particular model year
that working on this truck (as compared to the '91) got difficult? I
DON'T want it to be like working on the GC (I curse that thing every
time I pull up next to it with a wrench)

Also are there any model years to stay away from?

Any guidance you guys could provide in making my next Jeep purchase
would be great

I must also applogize for my rather extensive singing of the XJ's
accolades. I just figure, if you guys don't understand....no one will

Happy holidays to all and thanks for listening

Special greetings to Bill ------, Mike Romain, billy ray. and
Doug W

Thanks for being the cornerstones of this incredible group.

For all the help you guys have provide (numerous times I might add
:-), I wish you and yours a very Happy Healthy and Safe Holiday
season.

Best wishes

-bob v-

 

Bob,

The entire XJ lineup is easy to work on. In 2000 it was switched to
distributorless ignition. Changing the plugs is a wee bit more difficult,
but other than that, its the same ol same ol to work on.

HTH

Carl


"Bob V" <bobvalli@NOSPAMyahoo.com> wrote in message
news:amnqo21rf325kboce0dtmlveabj5alvfim@4ax.com...
> Hi,
>
> I currently own a 91 Cherokee (XJ ?) 4.0l HO, Auto, 4x4. AC
>
> I REALLY like this Jeep, but it's definately seen better days. <sniff>
>
> I'm also currently in the position to maybe get something a little
> better.
>
> One of the things I really like about this truck is that it's soooo
> easy to work on. The straight 6 fits well in the compartment, the
> truck is computer smart, but not too smart (if you now what I
> mean).....it's just an easy truck to fix without shelling out an arm
> and a leg for a real mechanic.
>
> I also love the power of the l6 HO motor. My other Jeep is a GC with a
> 5.2l v318, and to be honest, I think if this l6 I have in the XJ now,
> wasn't so beat, it'd be very comparable (considering the body weights
> and all). Not to mention the beauty of a manual transfer case (the TC
> in my GC got the deadly "viscous coupling" disease)
>
> I think I can sum it up by saying....I really like this truck :-)
>
> Now with all this in mind, if I were going to look up the road for a
> newer XJ (maybe even the Sport), was there a particular model year
> that working on this truck (as compared to the '91) got difficult? I
> DON'T want it to be like working on the GC (I curse that thing every
> time I pull up next to it with a wrench)
>
> Also are there any model years to stay away from?
>
> Any guidance you guys could provide in making my next Jeep purchase
> would be great
>
> I must also applogize for my rather extensive singing of the XJ's
> accolades. I just figure, if you guys don't understand....no one will
>
> Happy holidays to all and thanks for listening
>
> Special greetings to Bill ------, Mike Romain, billy ray. and
> Doug W
>
> Thanks for being the cornerstones of this incredible group.
>
> For all the help you guys have provide (numerous times I might add
> :-), I wish you and yours a very Happy Healthy and Safe Holiday
> season.
>
> Best wishes
>
> -bob v-

 

Bob,

The entire XJ lineup is easy to work on. In 2000 it was switched to
distributorless ignition. Changing the plugs is a wee bit more difficult,
but other than that, its the same ol same ol to work on.

HTH

Carl


"Bob V" <bobvalli@NOSPAMyahoo.com> wrote in message
news:amnqo21rf325kboce0dtmlveabj5alvfim@4ax.com...
> Hi,
>
> I currently own a 91 Cherokee (XJ ?) 4.0l HO, Auto, 4x4. AC
>
> I REALLY like this Jeep, but it's definately seen better days. <sniff>
>
> I'm also currently in the position to maybe get something a little
> better.
>
> One of the things I really like about this truck is that it's soooo
> easy to work on. The straight 6 fits well in the compartment, the
> truck is computer smart, but not too smart (if you now what I
> mean).....it's just an easy truck to fix without shelling out an arm
> and a leg for a real mechanic.
>
> I also love the power of the l6 HO motor. My other Jeep is a GC with a
> 5.2l v318, and to be honest, I think if this l6 I have in the XJ now,
> wasn't so beat, it'd be very comparable (considering the body weights
> and all). Not to mention the beauty of a manual transfer case (the TC
> in my GC got the deadly "viscous coupling" disease)
>
> I think I can sum it up by saying....I really like this truck :-)
>
> Now with all this in mind, if I were going to look up the road for a
> newer XJ (maybe even the Sport), was there a particular model year
> that working on this truck (as compared to the '91) got difficult? I
> DON'T want it to be like working on the GC (I curse that thing every
> time I pull up next to it with a wrench)
>
> Also are there any model years to stay away from?
>
> Any guidance you guys could provide in making my next Jeep purchase
> would be great
>
> I must also applogize for my rather extensive singing of the XJ's
> accolades. I just figure, if you guys don't understand....no one will
>
> Happy holidays to all and thanks for listening
>
> Special greetings to Bill ------, Mike Romain, billy ray. and
> Doug W
>
> Thanks for being the cornerstones of this incredible group.
>
> For all the help you guys have provide (numerous times I might add
> :-), I wish you and yours a very Happy Healthy and Safe Holiday
> season.
>
> Best wishes
>
> -bob v-

 

Bob,

The entire XJ lineup is easy to work on. In 2000 it was switched to
distributorless ignition. Changing the plugs is a wee bit more difficult,
but other than that, its the same ol same ol to work on.

HTH

Carl


"Bob V" <bobvalli@NOSPAMyahoo.com> wrote in message
news:amnqo21rf325kboce0dtmlveabj5alvfim@4ax.com...
> Hi,
>
> I currently own a 91 Cherokee (XJ ?) 4.0l HO, Auto, 4x4. AC
>
> I REALLY like this Jeep, but it's definately seen better days. <sniff>
>
> I'm also currently in the position to maybe get something a little
> better.
>
> One of the things I really like about this truck is that it's soooo
> easy to work on. The straight 6 fits well in the compartment, the
> truck is computer smart, but not too smart (if you now what I
> mean).....it's just an easy truck to fix without shelling out an arm
> and a leg for a real mechanic.
>
> I also love the power of the l6 HO motor. My other Jeep is a GC with a
> 5.2l v318, and to be honest, I think if this l6 I have in the XJ now,
> wasn't so beat, it'd be very comparable (considering the body weights
> and all). Not to mention the beauty of a manual transfer case (the TC
> in my GC got the deadly "viscous coupling" disease)
>
> I think I can sum it up by saying....I really like this truck :-)
>
> Now with all this in mind, if I were going to look up the road for a
> newer XJ (maybe even the Sport), was there a particular model year
> that working on this truck (as compared to the '91) got difficult? I
> DON'T want it to be like working on the GC (I curse that thing every
> time I pull up next to it with a wrench)
>
> Also are there any model years to stay away from?
>
> Any guidance you guys could provide in making my next Jeep purchase
> would be great
>
> I must also applogize for my rather extensive singing of the XJ's
> accolades. I just figure, if you guys don't understand....no one will
>
> Happy holidays to all and thanks for listening
>
> Special greetings to Bill ------, Mike Romain, billy ray. and
> Doug W
>
> Thanks for being the cornerstones of this incredible group.
>
> For all the help you guys have provide (numerous times I might add
> :-), I wish you and yours a very Happy Healthy and Safe Holiday
> season.
>
> Best wishes
>
> -bob v-

 

Get a 99 XJ sport. The 2000 and 2001 have a cylinder head that can crack if
over heated, two catalic converters and 4 o2 sensors. Also I think when they
restyled the body in 1997 they started using E-coat so rust is not the big
problem it once was. Also the metal in the floor pan is thicker in 97. The
4.0L I6 and AW4 are as strong as ever and a little detuned for emissions.

JoBo

"Bob V" <bobvalli@NOSPAMyahoo.com> wrote in message
news:amnqo21rf325kboce0dtmlveabj5alvfim@4ax.com...
> Hi,
>
> I currently own a 91 Cherokee (XJ ?) 4.0l HO, Auto, 4x4. AC
>
> I REALLY like this Jeep, but it's definately seen better days. <sniff>
>
> I'm also currently in the position to maybe get something a little
> better.
>
> One of the things I really like about this truck is that it's soooo
> easy to work on. The straight 6 fits well in the compartment, the
> truck is computer smart, but not too smart (if you now what I
> mean).....it's just an easy truck to fix without shelling out an arm
> and a leg for a real mechanic.
>
> I also love the power of the l6 HO motor. My other Jeep is a GC with a
> 5.2l v318, and to be honest, I think if this l6 I have in the XJ now,
> wasn't so beat, it'd be very comparable (considering the body weights
> and all). Not to mention the beauty of a manual transfer case (the TC
> in my GC got the deadly "viscous coupling" disease)
>
> I think I can sum it up by saying....I really like this truck :-)
>
> Now with all this in mind, if I were going to look up the road for a
> newer XJ (maybe even the Sport), was there a particular model year
> that working on this truck (as compared to the '91) got difficult? I
> DON'T want it to be like working on the GC (I curse that thing every
> time I pull up next to it with a wrench)
>
> Also are there any model years to stay away from?
>
> Any guidance you guys could provide in making my next Jeep purchase
> would be great
>
> I must also applogize for my rather extensive singing of the XJ's
> accolades. I just figure, if you guys don't understand....no one will
>
> Happy holidays to all and thanks for listening
>
> Special greetings to Bill ------, Mike Romain, billy ray. and
> Doug W
>
> Thanks for being the cornerstones of this incredible group.
>
> For all the help you guys have provide (numerous times I might add
> :-), I wish you and yours a very Happy Healthy and Safe Holiday
> season.
>
> Best wishes
>
> -bob v-

 

Get a 99 XJ sport. The 2000 and 2001 have a cylinder head that can crack if
over heated, two catalic converters and 4 o2 sensors. Also I think when they
restyled the body in 1997 they started using E-coat so rust is not the big
problem it once was. Also the metal in the floor pan is thicker in 97. The
4.0L I6 and AW4 are as strong as ever and a little detuned for emissions.

JoBo

"Bob V" <bobvalli@NOSPAMyahoo.com> wrote in message
news:amnqo21rf325kboce0dtmlveabj5alvfim@4ax.com...
> Hi,
>
> I currently own a 91 Cherokee (XJ ?) 4.0l HO, Auto, 4x4. AC
>
> I REALLY like this Jeep, but it's definately seen better days. <sniff>
>
> I'm also currently in the position to maybe get something a little
> better.
>
> One of the things I really like about this truck is that it's soooo
> easy to work on. The straight 6 fits well in the compartment, the
> truck is computer smart, but not too smart (if you now what I
> mean).....it's just an easy truck to fix without shelling out an arm
> and a leg for a real mechanic.
>
> I also love the power of the l6 HO motor. My other Jeep is a GC with a
> 5.2l v318, and to be honest, I think if this l6 I have in the XJ now,
> wasn't so beat, it'd be very comparable (considering the body weights
> and all). Not to mention the beauty of a manual transfer case (the TC
> in my GC got the deadly "viscous coupling" disease)
>
> I think I can sum it up by saying....I really like this truck :-)
>
> Now with all this in mind, if I were going to look up the road for a
> newer XJ (maybe even the Sport), was there a particular model year
> that working on this truck (as compared to the '91) got difficult? I
> DON'T want it to be like working on the GC (I curse that thing every
> time I pull up next to it with a wrench)
>
> Also are there any model years to stay away from?
>
> Any guidance you guys could provide in making my next Jeep purchase
> would be great
>
> I must also applogize for my rather extensive singing of the XJ's
> accolades. I just figure, if you guys don't understand....no one will
>
> Happy holidays to all and thanks for listening
>
> Special greetings to Bill ------, Mike Romain, billy ray. and
> Doug W
>
> Thanks for being the cornerstones of this incredible group.
>
> For all the help you guys have provide (numerous times I might add
> :-), I wish you and yours a very Happy Healthy and Safe Holiday
> season.
>
> Best wishes
>
> -bob v-

 

Get a 99 XJ sport. The 2000 and 2001 have a cylinder head that can crack if
over heated, two catalic converters and 4 o2 sensors. Also I think when they
restyled the body in 1997 they started using E-coat so rust is not the big
problem it once was. Also the metal in the floor pan is thicker in 97. The
4.0L I6 and AW4 are as strong as ever and a little detuned for emissions.

JoBo

"Bob V" <bobvalli@NOSPAMyahoo.com> wrote in message
news:amnqo21rf325kboce0dtmlveabj5alvfim@4ax.com...
> Hi,
>
> I currently own a 91 Cherokee (XJ ?) 4.0l HO, Auto, 4x4. AC
>
> I REALLY like this Jeep, but it's definately seen better days. <sniff>
>
> I'm also currently in the position to maybe get something a little
> better.
>
> One of the things I really like about this truck is that it's soooo
> easy to work on. The straight 6 fits well in the compartment, the
> truck is computer smart, but not too smart (if you now what I
> mean).....it's just an easy truck to fix without shelling out an arm
> and a leg for a real mechanic.
>
> I also love the power of the l6 HO motor. My other Jeep is a GC with a
> 5.2l v318, and to be honest, I think if this l6 I have in the XJ now,
> wasn't so beat, it'd be very comparable (considering the body weights
> and all). Not to mention the beauty of a manual transfer case (the TC
> in my GC got the deadly "viscous coupling" disease)
>
> I think I can sum it up by saying....I really like this truck :-)
>
> Now with all this in mind, if I were going to look up the road for a
> newer XJ (maybe even the Sport), was there a particular model year
> that working on this truck (as compared to the '91) got difficult? I
> DON'T want it to be like working on the GC (I curse that thing every
> time I pull up next to it with a wrench)
>
> Also are there any model years to stay away from?
>
> Any guidance you guys could provide in making my next Jeep purchase
> would be great
>
> I must also applogize for my rather extensive singing of the XJ's
> accolades. I just figure, if you guys don't understand....no one will
>
> Happy holidays to all and thanks for listening
>
> Special greetings to Bill ------, Mike Romain, billy ray. and
> Doug W
>
> Thanks for being the cornerstones of this incredible group.
>
> For all the help you guys have provide (numerous times I might add
> :-), I wish you and yours a very Happy Healthy and Safe Holiday
> season.
>
> Best wishes
>
> -bob v-