Results 1 to 8 of 8

Thread: Grand cherokee

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Mar 2014
    Location
    omaha
    Posts
    449

    Default Grand cherokee

    Ok guys, i know its an xj forum but im looking for some constructive input! My 2000 xj died. I gotta replace it but am not a good enough mechanic to buy another xj with 200,000 miles. Plus, i still have my 99 xj! So i am looking at 2 different 2005 grands. One with the 4.7 liter v8 and one with the 5.7 liter hemi. Both are in the 80,000 mile range and less than 10k. My question is does anyone know if wither engine is really more reliable than the other? Any major issues i should know about? Any input is GREATLY appreciated. I dont normally have or spend this kind of money on a vehicle so im kinda nervous!

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Mar 2009
    Location
    Katy, Texas
    Posts
    27,332

    Default Re: Grand cherokee

    I've heard the 4.7 is fine as long as you do regular maintenance. I still like the 4.0l better, lol.

  3. #3
    Join Date
    Sep 2009
    Location
    Chico, CA
    Posts
    29,847

    Default Re: Grand cherokee

    Both are sensitive to regular maintenance. One issue particularly on the 4.7 is that they are put together with tight clearance. When they wear from high milage you need to up the viscosity on the oil or they will fail. That thin oil is fine when new and gives a little better milage but is inadequate later
    230 hp 4.3L Chevy
    Built 4L60E with manual lockout
    Atlas 4 speed
    Griffin radiator
    On board air
    Warn 9.5ti on custom bumper
    7.5" RE front and bastard pack rear on custom long arms
    30 gal gas tank
    lockers
    And a bunch of other stuff

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Aug 2009
    Location
    Asheville, NC
    Posts
    7,962

    Default Re: Grand cherokee

    Me personally would go with the Hemi, but that's because I loved my Hemi, and would have loved to have had it in my Jeep... The 4.7 does have some head gasket issues I've seen online quite often, but again I think that's one of those things that as long as you aren't trying to drag race with it, or not taking care of it with regular maintenance it'll be fine...
    FORMER GREEN XJ CLUB MEMBER
    IF YOU DON'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!
    DOING SOMETHING JUST BECAUSE YOUR BUDDY DOES IT THAT WAY MAKES AS MUCH SENSE AS SHARING TOOTHBRUSHES

  5. #5
    denverd1's Avatar
    denverd1 is offline Level: Uber Jeep Cherokee Trailer Queen
    Join Date
    Dec 2011
    Location
    Tyler, Texas
    Posts
    5,762

    Default Re: Grand cherokee

    the Hemi will develop a tick eventually, they all do, much like our 4.0s. if you can live with it, they make awesome power and are very receptive to light mods (CAI, exhaust, tune) to produce even more.

    you plan on towing anything?
    Wheelin' East Texas in a RED XJ

    RED 98 XJ with 4.5" lift, ZJ steering, front and rear locked on 33's
    cowl intake, Cobra CB, SYE, bumpers, 10K winch, lights
    ,___________
    //___l__,\____\,00_
    l_--- \___l---[]lllllll[]|
    (o)_)--(o)_)--(o)_)

  6. #6
    cantab27's Avatar
    cantab27 is offline Level: Uber Jeep Cherokee Trailer Queen
    Join Date
    Sep 2009
    Location
    Christchurch new Zealand
    Posts
    14,996

    Default Re: Grand cherokee

    Heads on the 4.7s....i kept the cooling system a+ on my old one and never had a problem ..dan a friend not so lucky 2k later .....like most things ,what has previous owners done .....good luck..they don't like heat ...it's a jeep thing 😉
    Last edited by cantab27; 08-21-2018 at 03:33 AM.
    keeping it red........

    I DRIVE A BARBIE JEEP

    Quote Originally Posted by XJ4IV
    .... lol Im a jerk tonight!
    Originally Posted by bigjim350 View Post
    Think I would go that crazy too if my Jeep turned white

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGg0C...eature=related


  7. #7
    Join Date
    Aug 2009
    Location
    Asheville, NC
    Posts
    7,962

    Default Re: Grand cherokee

    Wonder if he jumped on either one of these, or if he found another XJ to snag up!! Is kind of funny, as I've almost been thinking about looking at an 05 GC or one of the Commanders, most likely with the Hemi... I know I'll go through withdraws from having a play rig and will end up with another... so that is the only thing stopping me from selling my XJ and doing it for now... I've got too much time/money invested into the XJ to run away from it... lol
    FORMER GREEN XJ CLUB MEMBER
    IF YOU DON'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!
    DOING SOMETHING JUST BECAUSE YOUR BUDDY DOES IT THAT WAY MAKES AS MUCH SENSE AS SHARING TOOTHBRUSHES

  8. #8
    Join Date
    Jul 2013
    Location
    FL
    Posts
    61

    Default Re: Grand cherokee

    I would get a hemi for power especially when towing.

Similar Threads

  1. 89 grand cherokee audio
    By hatercatz in forum GC - Technical Issues - Modified
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: 03-27-2016, 02:26 AM
  2. Codes 2000 Grand Cherokee
    By cantab27 in forum GC - Technical Issues - Stock/OEM
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 01-07-2014, 04:15 PM
  3. A little something for the Grand Cherokee crowd!
    By OverRockOffRoad in forum GC - Vendors FOR SALE
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 06-15-2013, 05:44 PM
  4. Grand Cherokee Seats into a XJ?
    By Judge89 in forum Modified
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 03-15-2013, 02:19 PM
  5. Grand Cherokee Parts
    By JeepinMT in forum OEM/Factory
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 01-05-2012, 10:55 AM

Bookmarks

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •