XJ or ZJ???

[Brooneg]

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?

[fug]

Cherokee has more after market support and it'll be easier to upgrade.  ZJ would take a bit more determination. 

[Brooneg]

You just want me to buy the XJ Fug.  Iehter way It would be one less jeep at your place

[Immortal]

XJs are cool!!

[WhiteOut]

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.

[.:.Dingman.:.]

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

[JackstandJohnny]

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

[WhiteOut]

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.

[cLAY]

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...

[fug]

The ZJ is a Laredo so its pretty loaded... no leather but all power options... and its definitely a 4.0/AX-15/231

[dunl]

Oh yes, it's a stick.  I've seen pics.

[Brooneg]

Thank you for your input.  It sort of make the decision easier.     XJ it is

[lizard230]

yea i would go XJ there more bad arse

[4PLAYZJ]

 

[S-FLY]

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.