Project Mountain trails
Taking 3 non working Jeep Cherokees and making one that runs. This is a high school Auto shop project that is taking couple of years to complete. So far we have installed a 4.5" lift kit, rebuild the rear axle to 4.56 gears. Still need to rebuild the front axle to match the 4.56 gears. and Rebuild the engine to a 4.6l stroker engine from the stock 4.0l inline 6 cylinder engine. Payoff is to take it to Colorado to the mountain trails.
Step 1: get the old engine running
Needed to replace the water pump, fuel injectors, fuel tank and pump.
Step 2: Sky High
Rebuild the suspension and install Rough Country 4.5" long arm lift kit. Replace the steering linkage, gear box, power steering pump and hoses. Replace all the front brake calipers, rotors, pads and hardware.
Step 3: Rebuild rear axle
Installed 4.56 gears for the 32" tires
New Posi tracking locker carrier, all new bearings and seal
Replaced all the brake hardware and shoes.
Step 4: Rebuild front axle
Still need to rebuild the front axle to match the rear for 4x4 operation. Need to install 4.56 gears, new locking carrier , all the bearings and new seals.
Step 5: More Power
Rebuild the stock engine to increase power and torque
Going from a 4.0l to 4.6l stroker motor.