Outer Limits 4x4 Board

Today's exchange rate is AUD$1 = USD$0.94.

It's predicted that in March, US interest rates will drop while Aussie interest rates will rise. If this happens, then it's likely that the exchange rate will stay in the mid 90's.

Some analysts are predicting 95 - 97 cents exchange rate.

Nose?

Do you mean the grill and headlight surround trim? That area's plastic on most vehicles.

Hello Friends while going some more searches I got to know that Cherokee engine is being much powerful and reliable than other vehicle for rock crawling. but looking for some more information about there body panels.
Any help or info would be appreciated. :idea:
Pre-98 XJ Cherokee's had a ...

XJ's are great!

Get yourself a super reliable manual with the 2.5 litre turbo diesel donk - the one that comes with the top performing VM engine. You'll never buy another 4WD again.

The 4.0 petrol auto is a bit of a gas guzzler and is prone to overheating. Many people have tried to fix the heat ...

Went for a drive in both on the weekend and am undecided which is the best deal. :?

Hemi powered Grand Limited just oozed instant pedal power and driving it left a HUGE smile on my dial. The Rubicon Unlimted has the off-road features I like (lockers, live axles etc) but that V6 engine felt ...

super jeep wrote:no apparantly the vehicles price is figured out somewhat 18 months in advance so to take advantage of these prices you'd be looking at buying new in 18 months time

Are you serious?

Aren't rear main seal failure and cracked exhausts two common faults with the 4.0 donk?

:?: Are prices for new Jeeps coming down :?:

I've been reading in the media about the US dollar and Aussie dollar exchange rates and we're sitting at around 92 cents today with forecasts that this figure will increase next month.

Media forecasts the increase due to expectations that the federal ...

billsta wrote:if you really want a WJ, i would look at 2000+ built or even 2001+... i wouldnt bother with a 99...

Why those years? I thought the WJ model change was in 2003 - when the CRD was released.

Sounds like you need to take your vehicle to a brake shop and ask them to give you a free 64 point check-up.

This fella will know the answer, and he'll most likely be able to get them parts for you at a very competative price.

http://www.wooders.com.au
Phone: David Woodley - 0413 138 550

Yeah, I agree that it might be worn bushes. If you're gonna change 'em, I reckon it's best to do both sides at the same time.

Then again, it would probably only take you 4-6 months of driving to pay the gas conversion off, and then it's saving you a shitload.

So in reality, if you can do it cheap enough and retain the performance, it would be an awesome conversion for the TJ.
$3000 of petrol/gas difference in 6 months ...

rick130 wrote:anyone have any idea of the wheelbase ?

116" wheelbase for the 4 door Wrangler Unlimited. Approach angle is 40 degrees, departure angle is 37 degrees. Wheel track front and rear is 62" (1572mm). Rubicon spec comes standard with 32" tyres.

about 14-16 lts per hundred look for rear and front diffs bearings been done or not(1200 each) after about 140k

1200 - maybe from DC. you can get them for about $400 for the fronts. the rears are cheap cos not whole hub assembly. even cheaper like 150 each direct from states.

as for fuel eco ...

STARKEY wrote:what sought of fuel ecconomy could be expected from one of these

I'd say anywhere between 18 - 20 litres per 100km for a lifted XJ running oversized MT'Rs and roof mounted light bar. Wind drag would be the main factor.

... and the JK also comes with CV joints.

I wonder if it'll win some four wheel drive of the year awards in the Aussie mags?

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after a day off winching i respool the cable under a light load so the cable is layerd on properly.i use our forlift on your site ramp its about 15degrees angle nice slow but it helps the life of the rope.

Running out the cable and re-spooling under a light load is very good practice. You get to ...

Sounds bad - must be time to trade up to a 4 door wrangler.






























oh, and to answer your question ............. I have no idea.

Weld it - you'll love the extra traction off road.

Newbies to 4wding huh?

26-29 Oct 06 at the Melbourne convention centre. Goto the 4x4 / fishing / camping show. Best day to go is Sunday, look around in the morning and then buy show specials on the Sunday afternoon. Youre sure to get some really good bargains on offroad gear.
http://www.fishingshow ...

I'm also thinking about an xj, but with the diesel . How much work is required on them to fit 33's? I live in Karratha in WA's northwest and Im just coming from a landcruiser(written off) so I'm looking for something that is just as reliable as the old 1hz, or would I be better off sticking with ...

I don't have high hopes for the new turbo diesel wrangler. Latest rumour I've heard is that it'll be the same donk as the KJ (2.8 litre). In the KJ this donk works pretty hard so I can only assume that with a heavier wrangler body, it'll have mediocre performance espescially in the long wheelbase 4 ...

Congratulations on the pregnancy - hope everything goes well for all three of you. :)

I like the comment re mothers group. Have you started pre-natal class yet? :D

I found my kids had less skin problems with ctton nappies. I know it can be a nuisance what with the nappysan bucket and all, but I ...

We've planning on having our full version of the XJ carrier up and running by around Febuary, hopefully in time for the Wandin 4x4 show.

We built one for Jimmy B on his red XJ that competed up in QLD not long ago.

After you finalise your production version, will you be displaying pics of it on ...

Does anyone have any pics of a good quality wheel carrier designed for post 97 XJ's?

I'm after something which doesn't affect departure angle, but can carry a spare okay over a corugated road. I know the Kaymar rear bar/carrier isn't available for the post 97's (pity, 'cause it would've been ideal ...

I dunno why some people seem uptight about using the towball for recovery - I've been using it for years with no problems.

Anyway, another alternative for you is to effect recovery from the rear is to loop a tree protector around the chassis cross-member. Cross member will be plenty strong enough ...

Just loop the snatch strap or winch cable over the towball - it's the easiest way to recover using a towbar. I've done this heaps of times and never had a problem.

duncan wrote:Dave give your mate a friend of mines phone number his name is Brian he is a legend when it comes to all things jeep what he dosnt no aint worth
knowing.Tell Brian I put you on to him number is 9276 4552

Is this the guy who has a cool TJ with the number plate "LEGEND" ?

ditch wrote:Yeah Bubs I did find that out.

But the bars seem quite reasonable to me, and it's only a bull bar, how can it be built shitty?

I'm hoping there is somewhere in AUS that can import those puppies, at a reasonable price.

Try here ...

http://www.wooders.com.au/main.htm