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Cheap mods for 1997 ZJ?

Discussion in 'Grand Cherokee' started by bryceowen, May 28, 2019.

  1. May 28, 2019 at 9:37 AM
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    bryceowen

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    bryceowen [OP] i own a 1997 zj

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    hello i was wondering what mods can i do to my 1997 zj for cheap and im only sixteen doing side jobs of fixing people cars but im wanting to build a wheeler so if you got anything that will make my zj more of a off road vechcicle please tell me
     
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  2. May 28, 2019 at 10:31 AM
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    Awrench

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    transmission cooler.

    Next a through inspection and fluid change schedule.
    coolant, eng oil, trans service, Diff service, Transfer case, brakes, suspension etc.

    Then with a solid base to work from, specific mods - what is jeep used for, hunting, fishing, camping - forest roads, beach, snow region, ?
     
    Awrench, May 28, 2019
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  3. May 28, 2019 at 2:27 PM
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    TJ_abuser

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    And when you get really ready check in on acerwin thread he built a sweet wheeler
     
    TJ_abuser, May 28, 2019
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  4. May 28, 2019 at 7:23 PM
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    JKBob 25

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    Welcome to the forum @bryceowen . I feel as Awrench posted. Start with the basics. And most important.
    Then we can talk bout aftermarket upgrades and mods for some off road fun. My girlfriend has a 98. And we are just finishing up some basic needs of a 20 year old ZJ. Tranny maintenance, bad bushings, and fluid changes etc. We will be adding some mods in the future. I'll tag you as we make these mods. Which does include a lift. We did just install a 50 inch light bar. But thats a cosmetic mod. More functional upgrades to follow.
     
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  5. May 28, 2019 at 7:52 PM
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    JKBob 25

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  6. May 29, 2019 at 4:41 AM
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    Welcome @bryceowen ...sounds like an interesting build. Post your progress and use the "upload a file" tab to share your new project
     
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