Jeep Performance Improvement Ideas
I have been running a 4.7 stroker in my 1988 Jeep Cherokee XJ for over 13 years now. I like the extra torque it gives; me especially with having 3.55 gears and 33-inch tires.
I have had a slight knock for years that has gotten worse. It was so bad that it was showing up on the REM knock sensor readings and retarding the timing.
While I had my engine out, I decided to upgrade the cooling system. I have always had trouble with the pressure bottle and getting the cap to seal. I had already ordered a new cap when I decided to make the change.
Since I don’t have AC on my off road Jeep, I decided to try to relocate the alternator to the area normally used by the compressor. I looked into making brackets, but I found they were readily available on Ebay.
For years I have been running with the stock brake lines with my three inch lift. I just unbolted and rearranged the metal brake lines to get enough droop.
Occasionally however, I will snag something and give some undue stress on the brake lines. After one of my wheelign partners broke a brake line on the last trip out, I decided to make an upgrade.
For various reasons, I did not want to go with braided stainless teflon lines. I wanted to stay with stock DOT style rubber lines.
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