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98 ZJ steering box swap

Discussion in 'Grand Cherokee' started by Tcestroni61, Jul 15, 2020.

  1. Jul 15, 2020 at 9:02 AM
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    Tcestroni61

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    Has anyone heard anything about swapping the ZJ steering box for a beefer Durango one. If so do you have info on this topic.
     
    Tcestroni61, Jul 15, 2020
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  2. Jul 15, 2020 at 9:23 AM
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    Prerunner1982

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    Not sure about on a ZJ but it is fairly common on a XJ. If I remember correctly it's a 99 Durango without the snow plow options, though you will lose some turning radius.
    S-10 boxes have also been discussed as a direct swap on an XJ supposedly having bearings instead of bushings...
     
    Prerunner1982, Jul 15, 2020
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  3. Jul 15, 2020 at 11:08 AM
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    Tcestroni61

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    Thanks Prerunner.
     
    Tcestroni61, Jul 15, 2020
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