borjathebulldawg asked:


My wife test drove a Jeep Compass and a Dodge caliber, and decided on the Caliber. (I drivea 94 Cherokee and was hoping to geta second Jeep.) I parked next to a Jeep Compass, and they seem to be the same car. A little Diferant Sheet metal, and Compass seems to have a bit higher suspension, but the roof, body lines, seats dash, width, all seem to be the same. Gonna be bummed out if I paid more money for a Caliber, when I could have gotten the same car with 4 wheel drive, and a better engine.
I love my Cherokee, its what God would drive if needed a Car. Just have a soft spot for anything Jeep. Even the new ugly ones. and thanks, I’m goin to have to havea long discussion with my wife. Thanks guys
Sorry about the typo. I just noticed, The question should be; Are the Dodge Caliber and the Jeep Compass the same platform.

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AKJason asked:


I have this Jeep I’ve been fixing up and outfitting for offroading, but I’ve realized I have no low end torque. I had some problems with the O2 sensors about 4 months ago, but solved that. The Jeep has a hard time staying in 4th gear on the interstate. If I hit a 5 degree incline or a gust of wind while driving 70 MPH it kicks into 3rd gear.

I’ve also noticed that the temp runs hot. I stuck my finger in the washer fluid container the other day and it was steaming. It feels like I’m always driving around in a higher gear and need to downshift, but I’m actually in the low gear. I normally drive in 2WD beacuse it’s easier on the suspension / tires.

I have the following on the Jeep…
-31×10.50 MT
-4.5″ lift (didn’t drop the t-case)
-Throttle body spacer (doesn’t do jack)
-Expedition rack
-K&N air filter (doesn’t do jack)
-Some stereo junk
-rebuilt ****** about 2 years ago
-I’m currently getting 11-13 MPG
-No error codes (ABS light is on)
-No custom gearing
-Recently swapped engines
-Recently changed plugs / wires / rotor / starter / alternator / exhaust manifold

Anyone have any ideas why I feel like I’m driving a prius??? I can’t even spin the tires unless it’s raining and I’m on slick pavement!! I think right now I couldn’t even beat a geo metro in a race. If I turn on the AC I can’t even beat a 49cc scooter in a race. Maybe I need to switch to the V8. Thanks for the help.
I did replace the O2 sensors as well as the Catalytic converter about 6 months back.

Something about the heat just seems odd. This Jeep runs really hot, but the engine temp is generally cool. I’ve also noticed that ****** fluid bubbles out if I fill it to the normal level. I’ve been driving with it low because it doesn’t boil out this way (bad idea). It seems to be overheating.

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das.frettchen asked:


I plan to get a 4.5″ lift and new wheels and tires for my ‘98 TJ sometime in the future. I’ve taken it mudding before and, while it was fun, I think I would enjoy rock crawling more. I’ve been looking over the many different types of tires out there and gotten myself hung up on the question of wide vs. narrow tires. Personally I love the look of a lifted Wrangler with tall, narrow tires. I would probably go with 33×10.5r15’s as I would like to allow for quite a bit of suspension movement and not go with 35’s. I am a bit concerned however about the difference in risk of a rollover when cornering on a narrow tire. Is there a significant difference made by 2 inches of tire width? I’ll admit that I’m a bit of a lead foot and probably push my luck with cornering speed as it is.. a lift and narrow tires would require me to re-train myself! Also, how well do narrow tires work for rock crawling vs. wide tires? I’ve read all about airing down your tires for added traction and all, would narrow tires run a risk of breaking the bead with low air pressure more than wide tires?

My other main concern is that I’ve got a Dana 30 up front and 35 in back. If I spend the $3,000 or so on a lift, wheels and tires then I won’t have very much left over at all.. and axle assemblies aren’t cheap. I’m very well aware of how easy it would be to snap an axle with 33″ tires on a Dana 30/35 and lockers are out of the question. How cheap could I pick up a set of Dana 44’s with lockers from a salvage yard? I’d love to have the extra assurance of Dana 60’s but I’m sure that is far beyond my price range!

Thank you so much for your help!

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kiowafixr asked:


The suspensions look the same but I am no sure the kits would match up.

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Laurie C asked:


just wondering whats a good lift system out there not necessarily a kit but what do i need to get it about 4 inches off the ground? for a good price and good offroad performance

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jonsiebob asked:


I have something like a 2 inch lift with Rancho (not sure what model) shocks. They’re nothing fancy. I just have real trouble with the ride quality, very bouncy, leans a lot in turns.

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reebius asked:


The stock shocks are blown on my 2002 Grand Cherokee. Would Bilsteins be a good replacement? I do mostly street and dirt trail driving. Thinking of the Monroe Reflex as well. I want a firm but comfortable ride. Somthing that will take the edge off of the potholed filled streets of NYC, but give me good control on the highway. Any experience with either product?

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