[PFMCDM]

Thank you guys for the help. I installed a 3500 lb receiver style hitch on the TJ today. One reason was that it is 2 inch and the same stuff that fits my pickup will fit it. I don't intend to tow anywhere near that amount. My aluminum boat, motor and trailer will not weigh much and should not put much of a load on the systems - thanks for the experienced advice and heads up.

[TJafflicted]

well i towed my samurai with my tj and i plan on trying it again. this time a bit further and higher speed i will let u know how it does..first time it was fine.

[PDX-TJ]

Originally Posted by Jerry Bransford

The TJ's brakes are perfectly fine, it's only the SWB that gives it the reduced 2,000 lb. towing limit. The TJ has the exact same brakes the LWB Cherokee has that has a 5,000 lb. tow capacity.

Jerry,

Using this logic, can you explain why an XJ is rated for 5,000 lbs. but an LJ is only rated for 3,500 lbs?

[chadsmeltzer]

Originally Posted by PDX-TJ

Jerry,

Using this logic, can you explain why an XJ is rated for 5,000 lbs. but an LJ is only rated for 3,500 lbs?

isnt the xj longer than the Lj?

[BlueFlame]

Originally Posted by dbell54

On some aftermarket bumpers e.g. Warn the receiver pocket is too shallow to accept a drawbar shank. This may be intentional to keep one from installing a hitch.

My Warn isn't. Mine is open all the way through. I use the same drop hitch that I use on the F150 - fits fine.