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How much of a lift can I put on a 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport without upgrading the gears and drivetrain?

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009

I have a 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport and I want to put a lift on it and maybe some boggers, but I want to keep the most of it stock. How would I go about lift it and how much of a lift could I get without getting different gears and drivetrain?

Well your jeep is equipped with a 8.25 Chrysler rearend and a Dana 30 up front with 355 gear stock. A 33" tire will be ok for a while but will put alot of stress on your transfercase, transmission, axles and u joints and will wear them out quickly. If you wan to stick with the stock gear i wouldnt recommend anything larger than a 31" maybe just maybe a 32", but 31 would probably be your choice because bigger than that will ruin your gas milage VERY BAD. You can clear 31" tires with a 3" lift perfectly and will offroad great. Hope this helps

What is the difference between a Jeep Wrangler Sport, X, and Sahara? Which of the 3 is a better Jeep and why?

Thursday, December 10th, 2009

i’ve just been wondering about this for a while and am interested in the differences between the three and which is a ‘better’ choice and why.

I would assume you are talking about the TJ, since the JK doesn’t come in sport trim.
Here’s the major differences:
X – 2002-2006
* 4.0L I-6 engine
* No D44 option

Sport – 1997-2006
* 4.0L I-6 engine
* Optional D44 rear axle

Sahara – 1997-2004
* 4.0L I-6 engine
* Body colored fender flares that are 1" wider than standard TJ flares
* Body color rocker sills
* Optional Dana 44 rear axle
* 16" wheels for 2000-2004 models
* 30" tires
* Full steel doors
* Unique seats and interior trim
* Sahara decals

Best choice is either the Sport or Sahara, since they have the option of the stronger Dana 44 axle. The Sahara also comes with larger tires, but has body color flares which will show scratches easier. The X model is certainly the cheapest, and good for a daily driver.