95 - 98 Grand Cherokees...opinions?

[thr_wedge]

Originally Posted By: Jarlaxle
Note: you can replace the dinky OEM-size filter (Mopar 090, PH16, FL-400) on any 4.0 with an FL-1A or Puro 30001. Spins right on, no problem.

I vaguely recall that era Grand Cherokee having a tendency to split front axle CV boots...but I am not sure if that is an accurate memory or a sign I need more coffee. Either way...can't hurt to give the boots a look.


Can always replace the front CV axles with U-joint axles. My ZJ has u-joints, and I use an FL-1A.

 

[rslifkin]

Originally Posted By: Jarlaxle
Probably assembly line clearance, and/or so the Grand and the XJ or YJ could use the same long-block assembly. The adapter points the filter back like a Cherokee, correct?


Yeah, it's the same adapter as an XJ.


Originally Posted By: thr_wedge
Can always replace the front CV axles with U-joint axles. My ZJ has u-joints, and I use an FL-1A.


The u-joint shafts are expensive, unless you get junkyard shafts and rebuild them. A reman CV shaft is $50, a brand new one is still under $100. And the u-joint ones aren't any stronger (assuming stock ZJ u-joint shafts vs stock CV shafts).