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4x4 Related Groups => Tech Talk => Topic started by: Sparky on August 19, 2009, 12:28:32 AM

Title: XJ lift and rebuilt 4L engine
Post by: Sparky on August 19, 2009, 12:28:32 AM

I have two XJ Cherokees. One is a 91 I bought new Dec 15/90. I still love it but major knocking on the 4.0L in-line 6's bottom end indicates a rebuilt engine is required after a good hard 280,000+ km.  I would also like to get a lift kit installed on it too. Any suggestions as to both the best and the cheapest, as well as, the 'best value' for engine/lift product solutions, best shop in Calgary to have it done, and any shop/product provider in Calgary that can do it all?
Or, Are there any private guys around Calgary that do this kind of thing on the side? I'm not in a huge hurry if I can get a better deal by letting someone take their time and work on my Jeep when they get a chance in spare time.
Thanks a lot.
As I said, I also have a 93 Cherokee I've used as a daily work and winter family vehicle for the past few years.
I would really love a newer lifted JK Rubicon Unlimited. Someday.
I'm new to to this group.
Thanks again.
Sparky

Title: Re: XJ lift and rebuilt 4L engine
Post by: cLAY on August 19, 2009, 03:23:18 PM

A used engine is your best bet. The vehicle has high kms. REubilding your engine or buying a rebuilt one would be $2000-$3000 and a waste of your money that could be spent on a lift kit.

I bought a whole XJ for $500 with a wrecked body that had 90,000kms on a rebuilt motor.

While its out put new seals(oil pan, rear main, valve cover, oil fiter adapter, etc) and maybe a new water pump and tuneup and you won't notice the difference between a rebuilt motor and your freshened up used one.

Title: Re: XJ lift and rebuilt 4L engine
Post by: esi on August 19, 2009, 07:04:50 PM

If you're looking for a lift, this might work. You'd just half to make bast@rd pack springs for the back
http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-car-parts-tires-JEEP-xj-LIFT-KIT-W0QQAdIdZ141940175 (http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-car-parts-tires-JEEP-xj-LIFT-KIT-W0QQAdIdZ141940175)

Title: Re: XJ lift and rebuilt 4L engine
Post by: Sparky on August 21, 2009, 08:56:41 AM

Thanks a lot cLAY. I think a used engine is a good idea with new seals etc. Any suggestions on finding a good one like yours?
esi  that lift kit on Kijiji sounds good. Do you know any more info on that kit? Who do you suggest could hlep me put it all together?
Thanks guys. I really appreciate your assistance.
Sparky

Title: Re: XJ lift and rebuilt 4L engine
Post by: cLAY on August 21, 2009, 04:57:32 PM

Look thru the online classifieds, Kijji, Craig's list, usedcalgary.com, barfind.com(bargain finder), etc. I found my by fluke in the local town paper and it turned out it was only 2 blocks away.

If that fails try Jeepstuff.

Title: Re: XJ lift and rebuilt 4L engine
Post by: cLAY on August 21, 2009, 04:59:00 PM

Or look here in the classifieds:

http://forum.calgaryjeep.com/index.php?topic=13891.0

Title: Re: XJ lift and rebuilt 4L engine
Post by: taegeuk on August 22, 2009, 10:31:25 PM

I have a friend that does this for a living and is just opening a new shop. He has 2 used 4.0 engines and has been a mechanic for 30 years. If your interested PM me for a number. Way cheaper than rebuilding your own or taking it to a shop in town.