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om617 Ford T-18 1979 4 dr Cherokee - Transfer case selection

Last post by rocklaurence « Tue Nov 10, 2020 9:34 am
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by ChiefLilBigEar » Tue Oct 20, 2020 1:00 pm

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Hello,

I have planned to swap an om617 into my 79 Cherokee. I have sourced a T-18 out of an old Bronco that is already mated to an NP208. In the...

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Id opt for the AX15 vs the T18. Strong enough and has overdrive that is needed for hi way speeds

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Tue Nov 10, 2020 9:34 am
Forward Control 4BD2TC swap into J10

Last post by carnuck « Thu Jul 16, 2020 9:46 am
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by carnuck » Sun Jul 12, 2020 8:37 am

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Headed over to the oily side since the cost has dropped but only if I can do a better option than the Jatco automatic.

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4BD2TC is a different animal than 4BT and better designed for modern roads. Double overdrive running near empty load lets my truck practically idle...

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Last post by carnuck
Thu Jul 16, 2020 9:46 am
1970 Gladiator 1 Ton 6BT 12V Cummins Build

Last post by Resbum « Tue Feb 25, 2020 8:14 pm
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by Resbum » Sun Mar 31, 2013 7:25 pm
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Note: In transferring my build thread over to FSJ Network I went through and edited it. Basically, I removed a bunch of non-information posts and...

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Thanks 66stepside.

Thanks Jaber. I just went through your build thread. What a cool truck.

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Last post by Resbum
Tue Feb 25, 2020 8:14 pm
D44's with a diesel

Last post by BaldBeardedBastard « Sun Feb 09, 2020 9:47 am
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by Grand_Wag_85 » Tue Jul 17, 2018 8:25 am

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Planning on doing a Duramax swap into a GW to be a DD/tow rig. Will the D44's live behind the diesel? Stock height, stock tires, stockish LB7 or LLY...

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I went with the Cummins 2.8. It's about the same weight as a 360. I'm keeping the Dana 44s, just regearing. For a standalone controller for the...

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Last post by BaldBeardedBastard
Sun Feb 09, 2020 9:47 am
Mercedes diesel 603 engine or OM617

Last post by Lokciam « Tue May 21, 2019 11:37 am
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by Zorm » Fri Feb 17, 2017 8:26 am

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Still fighting with wiring up my 4.7 stroker or go 351w or now a merc diesel? I found a OM617 in a yard and was looking at just pulling off the turbo...

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Can’t post pictures in here but if you need any email me at maickollinares@ail.com ill be glad to help

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Last post by Lokciam
Tue May 21, 2019 11:37 am
65 Waggy 4bt swap

Last post by Pablo « Tue Feb 26, 2019 7:19 pm
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by Pablo » Mon Nov 24, 2014 4:53 pm
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Last year I acquired a 1967 Wagoneer:

Then I acquired this CPL1839 4BT cut off out of a bread truck with 75,000 on the odometer:

After...

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Well, the project progresses at the pace of a snail. Mainly because I either have time or money... but not both. I will bug the wrench turner and see...
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Last post by Pablo
Tue Feb 26, 2019 7:19 pm
Stock tank and sender ok for diesel?

Last post by TrenchFoot « Wed Jan 09, 2019 1:36 pm
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by Billybob535 » Thu Mar 22, 2018 7:09 pm

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I am collecting parts to build a 76-83 4 door narrow track waggy or cherokee with an OM606 turbo diesel, NV4500, and NP208. I was discussing this...

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I just installed a MTS 0020 poly tank for a 70-77 Wagoneer in my '78. Mounted up like it was supposed to, replacement brackets and all. Well, I had...

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Last post by TrenchFoot
Wed Jan 09, 2019 1:36 pm
J20 6bt swap motor mounts?

Last post by JeepManiac « Tue Dec 18, 2018 10:40 pm
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by JeepManiac » Wed Nov 21, 2018 11:29 pm

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In my garage I have a VE 12v Cummins, NV4500 and 241 tcase. My truck is an 87 J20.

I have looked at threads and pictures. I know plenty of people...

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Thanks for taking pics, I appreciate it

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Last post by JeepManiac
Tue Dec 18, 2018 10:40 pm
OM606?

Last post by tedlovesjeeps71 « Sun Nov 11, 2018 1:14 pm
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by Red-dog » Thu Apr 26, 2018 6:12 pm

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So, I have seen a bunch of people talk about OM606 conversions but I don’t see any build threads. Has anyone completed one? How did it turn out? I am...

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Man, that sucks but is completely understandable. Most of us have been in a similar boat. Good luck and hope the lil one is ok!

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Last post by tedlovesjeeps71
Sun Nov 11, 2018 1:14 pm
Has anyone done a 7.3 powerstroke conversion

Last post by JustinMer « Fri May 11, 2018 3:04 pm
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by 2326davis@gmail.com » Thu Sep 08, 2016 4:43 pm

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I recently purchased a 79 Jeep Cherokee and don't quite know where to start. I pulled the cab off of the frame and am currently working on taking the...

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Nice looking build. I had to cut my grip nut hole, otherwise it was easier than my .223 conversion.

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Last post by JustinMer
Fri May 11, 2018 3:04 pm
24v Cummins J20 service bed

Last post by jaber « Wed Mar 21, 2018 6:07 pm
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by jaber » Sun Mar 18, 2018 1:31 pm

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Finally got a little free time so thought I'd post a link in the proper section to help others that are looking at options.

The link is to the...

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1975 Jeep J20. The visible VIN is the same, and I'm in an area that is not big on inspections yet.
It even has historic plates...

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Last post by jaber
Wed Mar 21, 2018 6:07 pm
When to bore .030

Last post by Markstrimaran « Fri Mar 16, 2018 9:00 pm
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by Markstrimaran » Thu Sep 28, 2017 6:39 pm

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6.2 Detroit, with 40k, light rust on cylinder walls.

The last photo was with head just pulled. It cleaned up very well with steel wool. No scoring,...

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Looks like 10 over and you would be fine. I don't know much about those engines or how much over bore is too much. But I would personally go the...

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Last post by Markstrimaran
Fri Mar 16, 2018 9:00 pm
What transfer case? 3.9L Diesel Build

Last post by Adventure_Wagon88 « Thu Dec 14, 2017 10:13 am
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by Adventure_Wagon88 » Sat Sep 16, 2017 6:42 am

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Tomorrow I am picking up the motor to start my Diesel swap! It's a 1990 Isuzu 3.9L 4BD1T with a GM Bellhousing adapter. I'm super excited to say the...

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Just wanted to follow up on this with some information. First the decision, then the explanation. I went Ford ZF-5 and NP203/205 doubler. Do I need a...

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Last post by Adventure_Wagon88
Thu Dec 14, 2017 10:13 am
did wagoneers come with diesels ?

Last post by fulsizjeep « Mon Oct 30, 2017 1:49 pm
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by candymancan » Sat Jul 02, 2016 11:19 pm

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I already have the wagoneer i want, but before i got it i eye balled this wagoneer with a 6.2l bio or whatever diesel... they claim it was some low...

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For XJs.

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Last post by fulsizjeep
Mon Oct 30, 2017 1:49 pm
Oil pan clearance on a 4bt,

Last post by Markstrimaran « Fri Aug 25, 2017 2:10 pm
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by Markstrimaran » Mon Aug 21, 2017 3:24 pm

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Is a lift required, for a 4bt cummins, swap?

3:73 axles, and a dodge 727 3 speed issues.

35 military h1 tires, no major crawling with Dana 44,...

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Wouldn't have a 6.2 if you made me.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Well once the 6.2 is swapped, the 6.5 in my 92 chevy will be a easy power...

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Last post by Markstrimaran
Fri Aug 25, 2017 2:10 pm
Questions on Cummins swap

Last post by jaber « Fri Aug 04, 2017 3:33 pm
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by v8vendetta » Thu Jul 20, 2017 8:00 am
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I am considering doing a Cummins swap on a Wagoneer. However, it seems to me like the best course would be to just set the Wagoneer body on the...

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The only 4bts I see here are generators.
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Last post by jaber
Fri Aug 04, 2017 3:33 pm
Beefing up the frame

Last post by bigun « Sat Jul 22, 2017 6:01 am
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by Grand_Wag_85 » Mon Jan 09, 2017 6:44 pm

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I've noticed a few of you guys who have done diesel swaps talk about reinforcing the frame. What have you guys done? Is it really necessary or is it...

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You could also add extra cross members or add some beef tot he existing ones

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Last post by bigun
Sat Jul 22, 2017 6:01 am
76 Cherokee Destined for a 6BT swap

Last post by DND Racing « Fri May 26, 2017 11:29 am
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by DND Racing » Wed Mar 08, 2017 1:19 pm

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So it's been a long 2+ year story that involves a 1990 Dodge Ramcharger, but I came to my senses and found a 1976 Cherokee WT to swap a non-inter...

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Made any progress on this?
Negative, probably won't start until this fall/winter. Have a race car project taking up all my automotive project time...

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Last post by DND Racing
Fri May 26, 2017 11:29 am
Allison 1000 transfer case options

Last post by Cecil14 « Tue May 09, 2017 5:42 am
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by Grand_Wag_85 » Sun Oct 23, 2016 11:13 am

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What transfer case options are out there for the Allison 1000?

Brainstorming for a future LLY Duramax swap into a GW and would like a transfer case...

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where there is a will there is a way....

I took a T56 6 speed and with corvette parts and some garage fabbed adapters I bolted an NVG 149 to the...

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Last post by Cecil14
Tue May 09, 2017 5:42 am
1985 Wagoneer, 6BT, nv4500, np205, D60 and corp 14

Last post by Berettaguy « Thu Feb 09, 2017 8:23 pm
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by ross80truck » Tue Mar 26, 2013 8:43 am
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I started this build on the other forum and will try to get everything transferred over as best as I can. Not making a whole lot of progress right...

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Thanks for the response, fellows.
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Last post by Berettaguy
Thu Feb 09, 2017 8:23 pm
Project: Alice

Last post by rwjohnstone « Mon Jan 09, 2017 9:50 am
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by rwjohnstone » Mon Apr 01, 2013 8:13 am
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The great migration from IFSJA has begun, here is the link to my thread over there, not sure how long it will stay up :(

If anyone has any requests...

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Well the time has come, I will be selling off this project soon, life adds lots of turns and the past few years have not turned towards this getting...
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Last post by rwjohnstone
Mon Jan 09, 2017 9:50 am
What transmission for np205 TC and a 6bt Cummins

Last post by Resbum « Fri Jan 06, 2017 8:24 am
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by 2326davis@gmail.com » Sat Sep 17, 2016 8:57 pm

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So after a lot of research I gave up doing a powerstroke swap. I just purchased a 6bt Cummins 12 valve out of an 89 Dodge that came along with an...

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I ended up going with the stock offered 47RH between my Cummins 6BT and twin-sticked NP205. However, it was the single most expensive part of my...

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Last post by Resbum
Fri Jan 06, 2017 8:24 am
Gearing up for 4BT Swap...Questions on what accessories to swap now

Last post by eggman918 « Fri Nov 25, 2016 7:59 pm
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by Adventure_Wagon88 » Wed Nov 23, 2016 9:36 pm

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I bought my GW with the intention of swapping it to a 4BT. I know the 360 is not long for this world and I don't trust it to get me anywhere with a...

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I think 800 is correct but more is better if it gets cold where you will be operating as the grid heaters draw a LOT and they do it when you will...

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Last post by eggman918
Fri Nov 25, 2016 7:59 pm
Ideal Diesel

Last post by eggman918 « Wed Nov 16, 2016 6:54 am
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by Chivin_Jeeper » Sat Jul 09, 2016 12:58 pm
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What would you consider to be the ideal diesel for a 79 Chief? Cummins 4BT? Cummins 6BT? I'm wanting to convert soon, but need ideas on what works...

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At 70 it's at 1,900 +or-, empty truck 3.54s would be perfect, towing the 3.73s are perfect. I can set the cruise at 85 and run comfortably.
I'm at...
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Last post by eggman918
Wed Nov 16, 2016 6:54 am
79 Cherokee Chief Cummins 6bt with ford one ton axles

Last post by jaber « Sun Oct 09, 2016 8:26 am
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by lobie » Wed Aug 10, 2011 9:10 am
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I'll start the first thread in this section.

The build is in other places on the web but I'll put it here too.

Started out as a stock 78 chief...

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So my question is how well did the Cherokee frame hold up to the 5.9 power? I see in a lot of discussions that a lot of guys are nervous about using...
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Sun Oct 09, 2016 8:26 am

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