First Dirt! Our Cheap Jeep Cherokee Tackles Gold Mine Hill - Difflock Season 2 Ep 2

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  • @Amarillobymorning777
    @Amarillobymorning777 4 года назад +1

    I'm a happy camper.
    Got a 01 WJ 4.0 121K.

  • @santosbarron3754
    @santosbarron3754 6 лет назад +25

    "Can you still have fun off road with it?" You say...
    Hell, a locked XJ can keep up with any year Rubicon.

  • @JBlinky67
    @JBlinky67 5 лет назад +1

    That's a $6,000 ride here in CA. Been looking for a 98 99 for years that isn't hammered.

  • @OutnBacker
    @OutnBacker 5 лет назад +2

    Had a '96 for eight years. Bone stock except for a 2" lift and 31 x 10.5 AT's. Hands down the most reliable vehicle we have ever owned. Not a purebred off roader, but it'll go 90% of anywhere a Rover or a Rubicon will go. And who does that very often? For a great rig at an affordable price, get one before the kids wreck 'em all, like the old CJ's.

  • @Van-Hammer
    @Van-Hammer 6 лет назад +31

    I prefer the timeless, boxy look this Jeep has. Hope you have lots of great outdoor adventures with it. The scenery out there is just sublime.

  • @Slingsomelead
    @Slingsomelead 6 лет назад +53

    3k here in Missouri gets you a rusted high schoolers Cherokee with miss match doors and peeling paint! That thing is 👍🏻

    • @mattdavies3023
      @mattdavies3023 6 лет назад +2

      Slingsomelead agreed a mate tried to buy one here last year in chicago and they were all rusted wrecks with broken and rusted frames for over 4k. That was a steal

    • @Mills117
      @Mills117 6 лет назад +2

      Matt Davies lol I have one for sale in Indiana that has rust on the bottom for 2200. Limited edition too ;) give me a call lol

    • @ans05
      @ans05 6 лет назад +2

      No shit! What a deal...I'd buy that in a heart beat

    • @Mills117
      @Mills117 6 лет назад +1

      welp it's still for sale lol

    • @dchawk81
      @dchawk81 6 лет назад +2

      Same here in PA. There's nothing under 5k that I'm willing to sit inside.

  • @matthewmeehan702
    @matthewmeehan702 6 лет назад

    This brings back memories. I had it in 2 door, 92, same color and model. Bought it for $1100 in New York. Mine was rusted and the floor boards had holes. I’ll take this one off your hands!

  • @hendrahendra
    @hendrahendra 6 лет назад

    My dad used to have one of these in Indonesia when it first came out, sold it after a few years of ownership. It was a manual, when cold it was difficult to engage reverse, the AC was always problematic, clutch was heavy af and burnt out prematurely. But when the stars aligned and everything was working as it should, according to him it was one of the best cars he ever had.

  • @patrickirish8110
    @patrickirish8110 6 лет назад +10

    I absolutely love that Cherokee. Really takes me back to the one I had back in college. It was a great road tripping vehicle, and when I went off-road to do some backwoods camping it handled the terrain just fine. Added bonus, my then-girlfriend didn't complain when riding in it as opposed to the little, POS hatchback that I had.

  • @5stardave
    @5stardave 6 лет назад +36

    Having owned Cherokees since the 90's it irks me when someone calls the XJ a crossover. It didn't start as a car and convert to a 4x4. It was made from the ground up as a propper 4 wheel drive utility vehicle. The Suburban, K5 Blazer, Bronco and SJ Cherokee / Wagoneer were utility vehicles, the XJ was a "Sport" Utility Vehicle. Like the F150 is a pickup truck and the 80's Ranger, Chevy S10, Jeep Comanche & others were called "sport" trucks. Sport being the operative term meaning: small, nimble & easy to park.

    • @philtripe
      @philtripe 6 лет назад +1

      its a station wagon hence the wagoneer name

    • @5stardave
      @5stardave 6 лет назад +2

      Like the the Power Wagon is a reformed station wagon?

    • @5stardave
      @5stardave 6 лет назад +3

      From Wikipedia
      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeep_Cherokee_(XJ)
      "The Jeep Cherokee (XJ) is a compact sport utility vehicle that was manufactured and marketed by Jeep in the USA from 1983[2] to 2001, as well as in other countries, and sometimes under other names, until 2014, with Jeep selling almost 3 million units between 1984 and 2001.[3] Sharing the name of the original full-size Cherokee SJ model, the 1984 Cherokee XJ was Jeep's first all-new vehicle design since the 1963 SJ Wagoneer, from which the '74 SJ Cherokee had been derived.[3] Instead of the traditional separate body and chassis, the XJ featured a light-weight, compact and space-efficient, integrated body and frame design,[4] The models were originally marketed as Sportwagons and became the precursor to the modern sport utility vehicle (SUV) as that term was not yet in use.[5][6]"

    • @derelict_wanderer
      @derelict_wanderer 6 лет назад +1

      The Wagoneer was developed as a station wagon and referred to as a 4 wheel drive wagon by Jeep.

    • @5stardave
      @5stardave 6 лет назад

      A station wagon, also called an estate car, estate wagon, or simply wagon or estate, is an automotive body-style variant of a sedan/saloon with its roof extended rearward[1] over a shared passenger/cargo volume with access at the back via a third or fifth door (the liftgate or tailgate), instead of a trunk/boot lid. The body style transforms a standard three-box design into a two-box design - to include an A, B, and C-pillar, as well as a D-pillar. Station wagons can flexibly reconfigure their interior volume via fold-down rear seats to prioritize either passenger or cargo volume.
      There is no sedan variant of the Wagoneer or Cherokee.

  • @randomthoughts1001
    @randomthoughts1001 6 лет назад

    Love these Jeeps. 1998 Sport ,113k and still going strong.

  • @EDHBlvd
    @EDHBlvd 6 лет назад +14

    Damn that Cherokee is clean. What a deal.

  • @catfishmudflap
    @catfishmudflap 6 лет назад +21

    Now I miss my Cherokee. Yours is a beauty. Thank you for the video.

  • @ESTEBAN4WD
    @ESTEBAN4WD 6 лет назад +1

    man, I just fell in love with that XJ, what a beauty. From a proud owner of two XJs and a JK one of the XJ with almost 300k miles in it and still going strong

  • @sketcham9234
    @sketcham9234 6 лет назад

    New shocks and some mud terrains would make a world of difference...

  • @theturtle2121
    @theturtle2121 6 лет назад +23

    Such a good looking Jeep for its age !!!

  • @anthonyc1883
    @anthonyc1883 6 лет назад +15

    I'm 59 years old and have probably seen most of those 2.9 million Cherokees built, lol. Having said that, I really enjoy this one. I haven't seen one in a long time and that color is very cool and probably rare. I don't remember ever seeing that color. When you introduced it in the last video, it really looked great. Nice choice, Tommy!

    • @watferfoot1467
      @watferfoot1467 6 лет назад

      I painted my cherokee the same colour. Mine is a 2.1 diesel limited

  • @josemanuelruiz2036
    @josemanuelruiz2036 6 лет назад +1

    I had two Cherokees; 1986 Limited with Select Track and 1998 Sport rear wheel drive. Awesome vehicles, very honest in their response. That one looks pristine!

  • @lynnmckenney1987
    @lynnmckenney1987 6 лет назад +1

    Doing fun things in cheap (and genuinely affordable) cars. Now, this is the kind of content I can get behind.

  • @TheLuftwolf
    @TheLuftwolf 6 лет назад +2

    Exactly what I have been waiting for. It even looks better than my '92 Cherokee. Now install the lockers and take it up GM hill.
    Thanks Tommy, good job.

  • @2W3X4YZ5
    @2W3X4YZ5 6 лет назад +4

    I was a Jeep tech around the time these were new. Honestly believe the 91 and 92 are the pinnacle point of XJ competence and reliability.

    • @2W3X4YZ5
      @2W3X4YZ5 6 лет назад

      @Jezebel the Jeep
      Wild about that Renault sourced EFI, are we? To each their own.

    • @whitetrashcustomz5003
      @whitetrashcustomz5003 6 лет назад +3

      2W3X4YZ5 actually I have a 96 zj 4.0 engine, but the body and frame are 88

    • @2W3X4YZ5
      @2W3X4YZ5 6 лет назад +2

      @Jezebel the Jeep
      👍🏻

    • @TylerWardhaha
      @TylerWardhaha 6 лет назад

      98 and 99 were some of the best years

    • @BertMiscerson
      @BertMiscerson 5 лет назад

      Had a 92 sport myself. Power nothing. No A/C. It was great. Literally nothing ever broke. I built it and 4x4'd for years. Only problems it gave me were due to upgrades I made or poor quality parts failing that I installed. 4.0L 5spd. It was a dream.

  • @evilz33
    @evilz33 6 лет назад +1

    If only the newer Cherokee was like this rig. Simple capable solid off-road SUV.

  • @onefastcyclist
    @onefastcyclist 6 лет назад +1

    great to see a stock XJ on the trail! - most of them weren't lucky enough to see a dirt trail in their mechanical lifespan. But even lifted ones with open diffs have to use momentum to carry them over some obstacles with wheels spinning - old school fun!

  • @teddysliftworld
    @teddysliftworld 6 лет назад +6

    That XJ is great. Good and comfortable on-road and good off-road.

  • @MultiPurposeReviewer
    @MultiPurposeReviewer 6 лет назад

    I still can't get over how good a deal that is. Seller had NO idea what they were doing.

  • @dexeter3033
    @dexeter3033 6 лет назад +1

    Get some quick disconnects for the front anti-sway bar and you'll be in business. The old Cherokees are very capable in stock for in off-road terrain.

  • @Mr.EricMBlack
    @Mr.EricMBlack 6 лет назад

    I LOVE my 2001 Limited Black Edition.
    Third XJ so far and still ride/drives beautifully.
    That 91 Laredo is a sweeeeeet ride!!!

  • @johneason6540
    @johneason6540 6 лет назад +38

    Real good for the price. If it only had a locking diff. Your more likely to go on trail this than a new 60k jeep.

    • @mmiller1188
      @mmiller1188 6 лет назад +3

      For under $300 you can get a locker for each diff.

    • @TynarusSoftware
      @TynarusSoftware 6 лет назад

      About to buy an XJ this weekend... Good to know you can get those so cheap! Thanks!

    • @grsjetsfan86
      @grsjetsfan86 6 лет назад +2

      Couldn't tell, but I suspect that had the turd D35 rear axle. I wouldn't lock it unless you like seeing why the c-clip axle sucks so bad. If you're looking for a Cherokee to off-road, try and find a chrysler 8.25 rear. A D-44 was an option, but incredibly difficult to find. The Chrysler is almost as strong and can handle lockers much better.

    • @peterdohm2338
      @peterdohm2338 6 лет назад

      Mike Miller, excellent point. I hope I didn't just drive up the price before I get mine.

  • @PatrickRich
    @PatrickRich 6 лет назад +3

    Ah, I had a 91. I love the interiors on those.

  • @twilightlover2443
    @twilightlover2443 4 года назад

    Why tf did I cry watching this. I’m a weirdo for loving this car that much, first car, first love. I miss you Blue ! 😭🥺

  • @JasonBoydston
    @JasonBoydston 6 лет назад +1

    Thats a really clean Cherokee, very good deal.

  • @almeisam
    @almeisam 6 лет назад

    I have fond memories of the '95 Cherokee I had. Rock crawling behind Central City, Mosquito Pass... just some of the fun places. It did have the limited slip differential, and all terrain tires, which would have helped the one in this video. The ride was a little harsher than the current crop of Cherokees.

  • @michaelking1869
    @michaelking1869 6 лет назад

    Perfect truck for a pair of Detroit Truetrac's or Aussie Lockers. The Cherokee is a great vehicle for a daily driver and off roader. They aren't expensive and are somewhat cheap to modify. It's a shame they didn't come with front and rear lockers or limited slips stock, but they are fantastic trucks. The power of that 4.0L feels a lot better than it actually is. I often hear that they are torque monster's and that is far from correct, but other than oil leakers they do run smooth and for a lot of miles. If you guys do something for it just for the show be a bit different and put in a pair of Detroit Truetrac's or Aussie Lockers (they would likely sponsor you for the show) along with a good set of stock replacement Rancho or Bilstein shocks and go have fun off road with the tires you already have. Too many want to lift it and add big tires. With front and rear lockers or limited slips it would go just about anywhere the average off road guy would ever care to do. Thank you for the work you guys do. It's appreciated. I'll be following this new toy.

  • @JtotheG317
    @JtotheG317 6 лет назад +1

    That thing looks like it was kept in a museum. Amazing condition and no miles. Can't believe u got it for that price.

  • @lavapix
    @lavapix 6 лет назад +11

    Amazingly clean.

  • @taylorjaniski7574
    @taylorjaniski7574 6 лет назад +1

    That is super clean, you would never be able to find anything that good of shape in MD

  • @fredbrackely
    @fredbrackely 6 лет назад

    These Cherokees and Jeep Commanders are some of the most understated Jeep 4x4s out there.

  • @seawyatt
    @seawyatt 3 года назад +1

    Jeep made 2.9 million of the tough, handsome and dependable Cherokee XJ -and mine is built with parts from 1.9 million of them.

  • @StrictlyPlinking
    @StrictlyPlinking 6 лет назад +1

    I have owned two of these beasts; old school will never die!!!

  • @Bodgemiester
    @Bodgemiester 6 лет назад

    Do me a favour, put the trans in neutral before shifting the transfer box. That way you won’t need to wrench on the lever to shit it!

  • @ans05
    @ans05 6 лет назад +3

    What a beautiful vehicle!

  • @505xjk6
    @505xjk6 6 лет назад +2

    I love my xj it goes anywhere.disconnect the front swaybar and it will flex like crazy...oh u done need swaybars on a xj anyways they are real stable on the highway too..approach angle & departurer angle will increase with a lift..

  • @artisticevan2358
    @artisticevan2358 4 года назад

    Just got me one exactly like this, just in black. It’s a really fun and beautiful car.

  • @darthmaul7428
    @darthmaul7428 6 лет назад +1

    I got mine last November an 01 with a lift and tires for 3400. Not bad for my first jeep. 🤙

  • @craigdeloach2780
    @craigdeloach2780 5 лет назад

    I have a 1997 xj sport. It has a budget 2" lift and the rest of it is bone stock. It has 247k miles on it and still runs like a scalded dog. I will probably keep it forever! I bought it because it had no power windows,no power locks, and no ABS. Less stuff to break.

  • @freerider604
    @freerider604 6 лет назад +1

    Great job ! Now I want a 91 Cherokee!!

  • @briandjordjevic9969
    @briandjordjevic9969 6 лет назад +1

    That Jeep is clean what a buy

  • @vonJaerschky
    @vonJaerschky 6 лет назад +1

    XJ for the win! Just put a 6.5" lift in mine with 33" tires. Fun, wow!

  • @hblack6493
    @hblack6493 6 лет назад +14

    Great segment guys keep up the great content across the board of the tfl channels

  • @GBV1436
    @GBV1436 5 лет назад

    I miss my 96 Classic Ltd XJ, even if the a/c was always pretty rubbish. Comfortable and great ride height plus all that power. We had to get rid of it because of the bad fuel economy but I didn't want to.

  • @americanrambler4972
    @americanrambler4972 6 лет назад

    This is a NICE XJ! The only upgrades I would do would be a limited or traclock rear differential, front tow hooks and if it does not have a tow hitch, add one of those.. I would grab a set of cheap steel wheels with more aggressive off road tread in about the same size. Then you can go almost anywhere you would want to go that would not be destructive to the vehicle. This one is about as good as it gets for a small very capable SUV.

  • @HocusFocusProductions
    @HocusFocusProductions 6 лет назад

    Middle of summer is like Cherokee sale season here. If the 4x4 works, but the AC doesn't you can get a really nice one for $3K-$4K. If ugly and painted with black primer or bed liner doesn't bother you can drop that price way down. Of course, the price goes back up with the first sign of snow.

  • @Offshore1977
    @Offshore1977 6 лет назад +30

    Great series. Hope you keep it as stock as possible. It’s a classic

  • @whistlingk9833
    @whistlingk9833 6 лет назад +5

    We get those Cherokees for around $1500 to $2500 up in the North West.

  • @ProjectAjax
    @ProjectAjax 6 лет назад +1

    Always liked the XJs. Good choice.

  • @BluSigmaSL
    @BluSigmaSL 6 лет назад +1

    That has to be the cleanest $3k Cherokee I've ever seen. That would fetch easily twice that here.

  • @connercollino5478
    @connercollino5478 4 года назад +1

    400 for mine in Michigan, and it still had 95% of the "frame" and rockers!

  • @jeremycokeley735
    @jeremycokeley735 5 лет назад +1

    Idk enjoy your guys videos but you never really take the Jeeps truly off road just on some dirt roads or wet dirt road

  • @Codethe_Road
    @Codethe_Road 6 лет назад +2

    Finally you guys get a good 4x4.

  • @regsparkes6507
    @regsparkes6507 6 лет назад +3

    Nice video,..interesting to see this one go up the hill,..I never doubted it would, because mine did almost everything I wanted it to do too.

  • @jeepluv76
    @jeepluv76 6 лет назад

    Miss mine too I had a 93 country edition white with gold trim and chrome accents. The 4.0 HO was a good engine.

  • @MarineBand5524
    @MarineBand5524 2 года назад

    Wow what a steal for 3k. Just picked a ‘92 Laredo Colorado Red up 239k for 3,300 and needs works. Plus you have the higher 4wd it’s insanely clean

  • @forum666
    @forum666 6 лет назад

    My 2 door 5 speed XJ is starting to exceed my mechanical knowledge to maintain but damn do I love it!

  • @sdchaps
    @sdchaps 6 лет назад +2

    That thing is in astounding condition. Take care of it. Hide the sawzall. Baby it and maintain it. There aren't that many left.

  • @knifetoucher
    @knifetoucher 6 лет назад

    My first ever vehicle was a 94 V8 Grand Cherokee Laredo.

  • @yorkchris10
    @yorkchris10 6 лет назад

    I had a BJ60 with worn leaves and the articulation was quite good. I definitely went with stock spring rate when replaced.

  • @irisdonaldson287
    @irisdonaldson287 5 лет назад

    It was great!! Off road tho and had massive bull bar and light bars and everything regret getting rid of it

  • @reedbenedict3372
    @reedbenedict3372 6 лет назад +1

    Get some lockers!! It’s all it needs!

  • @wfhsco2011
    @wfhsco2011 6 лет назад +1

    This make me miss my Cherokee

  • @gatto190
    @gatto190 6 лет назад +2

    LEGENDARY! Love the XJ!

  • @HOMEGA10
    @HOMEGA10 6 лет назад

    in France a cherokee in this condition costs in the 4200 usd
    I have the same one as the Goonies
    I love it
    good video

  • @jeffisphree
    @jeffisphree 6 лет назад +1

    This is a great series. Keep up the good work!

  • @shiftintohigh5564
    @shiftintohigh5564 6 лет назад +19

    Cool!!!! they were really great vehicles.

  • @hectorb101
    @hectorb101 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks for bring back 'DiffLock'. I missed it

  • @joeykoss7172
    @joeykoss7172 6 лет назад

    We’ve got 3 stock XJ’s love them all ! Such great vehicles as well as very reliable

  • @samuelvelez1643
    @samuelvelez1643 4 года назад +1

    I love these xj's better than the new ones

  • @samuelclark9909
    @samuelclark9909 6 лет назад

    With a rear locker, a lift and some beefier tires that thing wil do almost as much as modern jeep, especially if you know how to drive off road oh and btw, that thing looks near mint, where I live in the mountains of va, all the older ones are pretty much rust buckets, wich is a shame those things are reliable if they have been maintained.

  • @justjsse8917
    @justjsse8917 4 года назад

    My 92 is in 4 inches of lift and 31s, adju adjustable arms. Very capable rig, just need lockers

  • @MrDchiznet
    @MrDchiznet 6 лет назад +1

    Wow that jeep is super clean. I dont think they ever took it offraod

  • @BigEightiesNewWave
    @BigEightiesNewWave 6 лет назад +4

    AW4 is a great trans...Basically a Toyota trans with some Borg Warner parts inside. Millions of Toyota Tacoma use that trans. (The AISIN version)

    • @goitoutdoors
      @goitoutdoors 6 лет назад

      does that mean you can put a marlin crawler on it?!

  • @skeetermcswagger0U812
    @skeetermcswagger0U812 6 лет назад

    I've got 2 of these with the 4.0 liter straight 6 cyl,(both are the 2 door versions though) one is a 1989 Pioneer I bought for $2000.00 about 4years ago,its fully equipped power everything with the same transmission and transfer case but with a limited slip in the rear from the factory.
    I'm running 35" BFG Mud Terrain tires in the summer and 33" MTR's on it in the winter. It has about a 4" lift that has sagged to about 3" and trimmed fender.It still has the stock drive train.
    I've also got a 1990 2 door(completely bone stock)that I just bought for a $100 that has the 5 speed stick with no extra options but they both work really good even with over 220,000 miles each. You got it for 3 grand with brand new michelin tires?!?
    Ummm you paid for the tires and then practically got the Jeep for free!!!🤑👍

  • @MrJoey1570
    @MrJoey1570 5 лет назад

    Paid 5500 for 2001 excellent condition,129,000 miles,needs driverside door hinge fix bought the plate from Hooligans love my Jeeps I have a 1990 yj as well!!

  • @igotajopamerica3040
    @igotajopamerica3040 6 лет назад +1

    What I hate is when someone calls the "BEER HOLDERS" in a Cherokee "Cup holders". You didn't do this , but it came to mind as I read some comments about using the word crossover.

  • @senseirice9763
    @senseirice9763 6 лет назад

    I got a 2000 Cherokee sport about a month ago with a 5spd manual for $1200 lol, if you're not afraid to do a little work you can get a good cherokee for dirt cheap

  • @LiLgPnoy15
    @LiLgPnoy15 4 года назад

    That Jeep is in amazing condition.

  • @grnpnzer
    @grnpnzer 6 лет назад +2

    Officially...Trail Rated! Great job

  • @hustler539
    @hustler539 6 лет назад

    You got a good deal. These have been hiking up in price.

  • @jhgeetars1172
    @jhgeetars1172 6 лет назад

    I don't remember my grandfather driving anything else. From the 80 until 2016! He would just change the color every 10 years :)

  • @rickey6098
    @rickey6098 6 лет назад +1

    Beautiful drone shots! The jeep look clean..

  • @GabolovesPam
    @GabolovesPam 6 лет назад +1

    Nice find

  • @ajfountain
    @ajfountain 6 лет назад

    Good stuff. I live in Michigan and am looking for a cheap 4x4 for the winters with a bit of off road capability too. Those older Cherokees cover everything I'm looking for. 4Runners are great too, but resale is too high imo. I'm only looking to spend between 2-4k.

  • @gazay7777
    @gazay7777 6 лет назад

    Great video, Tommy seems to be very knowledgeable and has great driving skills. One of the best presenters on this channel.

  • @off-roadprojectsandfun6868
    @off-roadprojectsandfun6868 4 года назад

    Disconnect that sway bar and you would open up like 6 more inches of travel movement on each side on the front and you wouldn’t even have had to use momentum

  • @HoosierDaddy_
    @HoosierDaddy_ 6 лет назад +1

    Yes. More of this please!

  • @davedennis6042
    @davedennis6042 4 года назад

    That is a really nice JEep but really if you are going to rugged country, expect to get scratches and dents. That's the rule of the wild country. No one leaves unscarred.

  • @irisdonaldson287
    @irisdonaldson287 5 лет назад

    And yes definitly the most comfortable car iv been off roading in

  • @edwardclement102
    @edwardclement102 4 года назад

    Tommy that is a classic and a great buy ... That Jeep was a cross over .. We Chevy offroaders hate what crossover did to GM .... I am thinking about someday having a classic Cherokee beside my 89 S10 Blazer.... Look cross over fixed it to where we have no Blazer zr2 made ... No GM Equinox can not offroad like the old Blazers .... But are being made for families and to replace the cars... Tommy you should do an offroad test on the new Blazer RS to see what it can do... It does have an offroad mode...

  • @alpha2gproject783
    @alpha2gproject783 6 лет назад

    Curious as to why the WJ doesn't get much love. The Quadradrive system is one of the best and the inline 6 is pretty good too.

  • @andywoolloo
    @andywoolloo 6 лет назад +1

    Wish they made them boxy like that still

  • @ProjectDanH
    @ProjectDanH 6 лет назад +1

    Great video! I'm working on a cherokee build myself and I plan on documenting it RUclips too!