98 XJ Build

**Higgs98XJ** · 06-13-2007, 08:16 PM

Hey i've always wanted to start a build thread for my rig but never had the chance. Here it is...

1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport
-4.0 L I-6
-Auto
-4x4 NP 231
-C 8.25" rear

Here's what i started out with...

**Higgs98XJ** · 06-13-2007, 08:21 PM

First on my list was a nice sound system. I went with a CDA-9856 headunit, 6-1/2" Type-S Speakers, and a 12" Type R Subwoofer powered by a MRP-650 amplifier.

I couldn't stand the faded trim anymore so i took it off and re-colored it with black shoe dye. Should have just sprayed it with krylon, but i like the way this came out

I then put some tow hooks on. essential...

I had pics of the night with no front bumper because from the tow hook install but lost em.

**Higgs98XJ** · 06-13-2007, 08:33 PM

I had planned to get a lift before anything else but with holes rusted through my muffler i decided to invest in a Magnaflow cat-back; along with all new hangers because the system had been shifting a little bit. You can even see the tip hanging down in the stock pics.

these pictures were actually taken today, i lost the pics from the day i got it

**Higgs98XJ** · 06-13-2007, 09:05 PM

Installed the lift the other day. Decided to go with the 3.5" RE Superflex. The kit is awesome, came with everything i needed.

front finshed

**Higgs98XJ** · 06-13-2007, 09:12 PM

the rear started with this. u know, that nervous laugh when u act like u dont care. all four broke.

once we finished, i figured i was worthy of sporting this sticker

**Higgs98XJ** · 06-13-2007, 09:23 PM

I'm real happy with the finished product. I love the way it sits. The more and more it settles, i think i'll need to get some spacers for the front coils to even out, but it doesnt bother me too much. Still vibes, i'm def gettin an sye when i have the cash. Here are some pics from a meet and greet I went to over the weekend.

1990JEEPXJ · 06-13-2007, 09:34 PM

something is wrong with the guys jeep on the far right in the last picture

. nice build up and jeep

**Higgs98XJ** · 06-13-2007, 09:39 PM

haha ya it was a bad photochop. his leg is missing too

Yekcid · 06-13-2007, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dangole102

First on my list was a nice sound system. I'll add pictures later but i went with a CDA-9856 headunit, 6-1/2" Type-S Speakers, and a 12" Type R Subwoofer powered by a MRP-650 amplifier.

Nice stereo choice. After somebody thought they needed my old Alpine . . .

. . . I got the CDA-9856 to replace it.

The way your Jeep sits is sweet. How much backspacing you runnin'?

I'm new at posting pics, hopefully it worked.

Yekcid · 06-13-2007, 09:55 PM

nope, didn't work.

dopod · 06-13-2007, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Nice stereo choice. After somebody thought they needed my old Alpine . . .

. . . I got the CDA-9856 to replace it.

The way your Jeep sits is sweet. How much backspacing you runnin'?

I'm new at posting pics, hopefully it worked.

Click free.

Dangole, it looks mean, I wouldn't change a thing

**Higgs98XJ** · 06-13-2007, 11:54 PM

haha thanks for the compliments. Can't wait to get it caked in mud. I'm running 4" backspacing with 15x8 wheels. word to the CDA-9856, i love it, and its direct ipod connection.

my upcoming plans for the jeep from now on are many internal (sye, trac-bar, trail-jammer, skids). I'm tryin to keep a clean look on the outside so i might stop at a new front bumper, and tints for the front windows. I'll deal with the huge antenna for a CB.

Yekcid · 06-14-2007, 12:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dangole102

haha thanks for the compliments. Can't wait to get it caked in mud. I'm running 4" backspacing with 15x8 wheels. word to the CDA-9856, i love it, and its direct ipod connection.

Yes, the IPOD connection is quite nice. I have my IPOD tucked between the center console and the pass. seat. Works great.