r/CherokeeXJ • • 21h ago

1997-99 Saw my doppelgänger today, not often you see chili pepper red

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109 Upvotes

Would’ve been funny if the other driver came out while I was there 😂


r/CherokeeXJ • • 7h ago

2000-2001 Cheap Paint Job

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69 Upvotes

I just wanted something to make her look less hideous. Not perfect but it'll do just fine.


r/CherokeeXJ • • 23h ago

1991-1995 Help me for the love of GOD

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I cannot for the f***ing life of my figure out how these go in and STAY in. Please someone send directions asap. Doors in the AC compartment of a 1993 Jeep Cherokee Xj 4.0l L6 sport.


r/CherokeeXJ • • 21h ago

Gunk in coolant

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8 Upvotes

Have had the xj parked for about 5 months and just started it up again the other day.

Noticed this but nothing in the oil or oil level changing at all.

No over heating or anything


r/CherokeeXJ • • 3h ago

Time for a Change

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Well,

I took my driver side front wheel off due to a flat and I think its time to upgrade a piece or two. Just wanting to share, see feedback, hear questions comments and concerns. 300,000+ miles. 2000 Xj Sport. 4 door inline 6.


r/CherokeeXJ • • 10h ago

¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Help needed.

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Does anyone know how I would mount a winch to the front bumper with my set up ? I have about 4 inches from the grill to the front of bumper Also does anyone have a windshield wiper reservoir under the hood ? If so what kit did you buy ? Thanks in advance! :)


r/CherokeeXJ • • 17h ago

Question Are there different CPS sensors for automatics from 97-01?

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I've always thought they used the same sensor, but I'm getting told on Mopar parts sites that certain ones fit an 01 but not my 97. I have a standard 4.0 auto. Can I use these?

https://parts.mopargenuineparts.com/oem-parts/mopar-crankshaft-position-sensor-68407888aa


r/CherokeeXJ • • 29m ago

Was looking for videos on 5.7 swap...mostly just out of curiosity...

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I couldn't find any quality videos on the swap but mostly just wanting to watch the install process and end result. Is a 5.7 swap worth it? There's cheaper routes for sure (ex. Small block chevys for v8 opitions). But I was just curious to see an XJ swapped 5.7 if anyone knows of any decent clips.


r/CherokeeXJ • • 2h ago

Advice on oil filter adaptor elbow gasket

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My 1990 4L cherokee is leaking bad from the oil filter adaptor elbow. I bought new o rings to replace the 3 o rings inside of it. However I can't get it off. Most videos I see online use a T60 but mine just has a standard 5/8 bolt holding it to the block. There is not a lot of space between the elbow and the frame. I have tried to use a stuby socket and just a normal box wrench but the bolt is seized tight. Yes I have used a lot of penetrating oil allready. Dose not help. There is a lot of oil in the area from the leak so I am hesitant to try heat.

I have been thinking of using a few wobble sockets and connecting my impact to it. However, i'm scared of breaking the bolt off in the block. I have been also thinking of just saying f**k it and smearing JB weld over where the elbow meets the block to see it that would stop the leak.

Any advice? Has anyone try JB weld dose it stop oil from seeping through?

Thanks


r/CherokeeXJ • • 3h ago

Liberty diff swap for discs

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people who have done it , is it worth the trouble ??


r/CherokeeXJ • • 4h ago

Rust Repair - Pittsburgh - Looking for Help / Recommendations

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Previous owner did a 2x6 rocker conversion, but didn't seal it well. Failed inspection last year and once I pulled those off figured I'd do the floor pans while I was in there.

I have it all cut out and sanded down to good metal, but I've heard mixed reviews on lap joint / tacking it back together given I only have a flux core welder.

Does anyone recommend a shop in the greater Pittsburgh area? Does anyone have the skillset and a weekend day (I'd supply beer, pizza, and whatever else is requested) to help someone who's been struck by analysis paralysis for months?


r/CherokeeXJ • • 10h ago

Randomly losing and regaining battery power (not while driving)

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My Jeep (1999 4.0 ax15 4x4) has developed a very annoying and perplexing problem. At random times, it will seemingly lose all battery power after I turn it off to where it acts as if I have no battery. When this happens, I can run the locker compressor but nothing else. No windows, radio, and the key doesn't cycle anything on. No interior lighting either.

I've had to jump it off twice and each time, it doesn't struggle at all and fires right up. Voltage reading is totally normal while running (alternator is good). Here's the weird part - other times though, the power just comes back on. It came back once when I opened the passenger door and then again yesterday while messing with the headlight switch. Sometimes, if I disconnect and reconnect the negative terminal on the battery, it will regain power. Other times, it won't.

The battery was made in 2024 and seems to be totally fine (I haven't really tested it yet). I thought maybe my aftermarket stereo amp was drawing power but that wouldn't really explain why it will come come back at random.

Any thoughts? I'm leaning towards a bad ground somewhere, a failing fuse, or bad battery connectors. I guess the battery could be faulty, too. I'm going to attempt to actually troubleshoot it but thought someone maybe has run into this problem before.


r/CherokeeXJ • • 11h ago

Help with blinking taillights and instrument cluster!

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Hey all! I had something strange happen when I parked my car at work. Everything was operating normally until I parked. I hit the door lock button and then my instrument cluster stated to blink as did my taillights. I tried to turn on the car but it will not crank or do anything. Any help is appreciated thanks!


r/CherokeeXJ • • 16h ago

Centering front axle with new adjustable part

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Needing some help if you guys think doing this in the air or on the ground is best? Also way you were able to move the axle towards the driver side, I had it settled and centered and parked for a month without snugging it up after a full lift upgrade, and now it’s pushed toward the passenger side. Maybe 1.5” I’d really like to get it ,tits centered, and then I’ll be able to do steering brace with pillow block and crossover but centering is a must before I start driving her again.

Please lmk and Tia