Calgary Jeep Association
4x4 Related Groups => General Talk => Topic started by: Brooneg on January 02, 2010, 09:00:58 PM
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I have a good line on both an XJ and A ZJ. Biggest difference is that the ZJ is loaded, with a standard tranny, while the XJ is a sprot with the automatic. It will be a daily driver, and a wheeling truck. 2 - 4" lift, and maybe 32" at the biggest for tires. It will not be anything huge, but what is the best for regular driving and wheeling? Any thoughts?
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Cherokee has more after market support and it'll be easier to upgrade. ZJ would take a bit more determination.
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You just want me to buy the XJ Fug. ;D Iehter way It would be one less jeep at your place ;)
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XJs are cool!!
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Don't get a ZJ, trust me. I'd go with the XJ if I had the option. While they look great with a lift, the Grands are probably the most expensive Jeeps to modify other than the Commanders.
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Don't get a ZJ, trust me. I'd go with the XJ if I had the option. While they look great with a lift, the Grands are probably the most expensive Jeeps to modify other than the Commanders.
I would have to agree however a stick zj is pretty rare. To be honest the only reason I got a zj is because I got a really good deal on it from my old man, if it wasn't for the price I would of got a xj.
Dingman
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whats wrong Fras? ZJ issues?
doesn't matter which one you go with. running a 31 on or 32 on either jeep can be done with a a simple 3" lift. it will be cheaper for a XJ though. if yuou have an XJ with the auto AW4 tranny and 242 tcase, thats a good call, but a ZJ with an AX15 ain't bad either.
i like ZJs so i say ZJ. XJ will be easier in every way though
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whats wrong Fras? ZJ issues?
No problems but for a DD and light wheeler it might be a bit much. The cost of parts is so much higher than other models and you know some can be finicky with lifts.
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Agreed, XJs are easier/cheaper to lift and the bodies on the ZJs seem to take damage easier. ZJs have more interior rooom but that translates into a bigger heavier vehicle. V8 option on the ZJs is nice but with a standered in the ZJ you'll get a 4.0. I personally think the ZJs extra weight makes them doggy with a 4.0.
You sure that ZJ has a stick? Any of the manual tranny ZJs I've seen were more moderatly loaded. One even had manual windows...
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The ZJ is a Laredo so its pretty loaded... no leather but all power options... and its definitely a 4.0/AX-15/231
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Oh yes, it's a stick. I've seen pics.
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Thank you for your input. It sort of make the decision easier. :) XJ it is
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yea i would go XJ there more bad arse
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:'( :'( :'( :'(
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XJ's have more parts available and are cheaper to lift... however this is the 2nd XJ I've owned and I do 95% daily driving. My old XJ was great for wheeling, but when I go to the ski hill and pickup friends, I wish I had a ZJ or WJ. V8 for power on the highway and WJ for more interior space and bigger rear doors.
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:'( :'( :'( :'(
You can't post here ;D