$800 6 DAY JEEP Grand Cherokee WJ FIX And Build

[@ascendantrobin3230]

Man, if you think that rocker panel rust is bad, dont come to the northeast😆 very excited to see the next videos 😎 Dude youre a national treasure for saving the WJ’s 🥹🇺🇸

[@TylerPotter]

Thanks man I try lol I am probably glad I live in Kansas. Thanks for the view!

[@ravenbarsrepairs5594]

I'm in northern NY, and replaced my rockers with the Spadano Enterprises ROCKer sliders. My Jeep is currently in pieces, as the 4.0 piston skirt from cyilinder 4 decided to go to the oil pan. I've got a spare 97k engine in the garage so that will be going in. Got the old one out, and pulled the head today., Due to the tipping of the piston, I found it was slightly striking the head.

[@zackdaniels6858]

Outstanding! just had my 2004 jeep grand Cherokee 4.0 HO back on the Road after 4 years of sitting in the snow of Canada… same lift you have and Same rims…. Just had to install a new starter. It’s like it never sat…PERFECT.

[@TylerPotter]

Nice! It is a good looking set up! Thanks for the view!

[@Mr383chevyboy]

4.7 HO there's no 4.0 HO

[@christopherkraft1327]

Hey Tyler, another Jeep back on the road!!! Thanks for taking me along on your latest adventure!!! 👍👍🙂

[@TylerPotter]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidtrevino5211]

​@@TylerPotterI own 5 " Cherokees... 2 xjs 1991 2dr. 4.0 4x4 445,277 miles on original engine. 2001 4dr 4x4 4.0 210,277 miles on original engine. 1 1998 ZJ with 107,241 miles on original engine. 2 2004 WJs Both 4 0 engines, 1 4x4 Quadra Trac 2.. 1 2004 Columbia Edition, 2wd 4 0 with a 5 inch lift in good shape. Thx for giving me some inspiration to keep these Cherokees rolling down the road, so I don't abandon them. . Thx for your work. ❤

[@virangaabeywickrema3901]

Just finished rebuilding a 4.7 off a salvage WJ I bought with a broken timing chain. Inspired to see you keep saving these great vehicles

[@TylerPotter]

Thanks! I really like these old Jeeps! Thanks for the view!

[@revolutionday1]

I bought my '02 for....we'll just say considerably less than this one, as it had been abandoned for like 5 years. Put a lotta' time, work, and $$$ into it, and now I fuckin' love it.

[@TylerPotter]

They are really nice once they are all sorted out! Thanks for the view!

[@brianscott9001]

Keep keeping the WJ's alive!!! Great job. Thanks for the video.

[@TylerPotter]

Thanks, will do!

[@jamesdewer]

Good on you man. I love that Silverstone metallic and it's amazing how good that Chrysler paint is. It lasts forever. A little buff out and it looks fantastic.

[@kellysmith1552]

Awesome man I have 2003 jeep grand Cherokee limited 4.0 got 247000 miles on it runs great needs a starter

[@brandonfujikawa133]

What a steal👌🏽keep the WJs alive🙏🏼

[@stevencarter7999]

That spring compressor is amazing.

[@TylerPotter]

Yes I use that thing all the time! Here is the link for it. amzn.to/3Xs9AjN

[@mvining7]

Love to see another great rescue. Keep up the good work sir!

[@TylerPotter]

Thanks! Will do!

[@bgee461]

Done in 7 days is impressive. I have cars I've owned for 5 or so years and ive never even sat in them.

[@440phoenix]

Lovin the WJ builds man, nice work 👍

[@TylerPotter]

Thanks got to save them all! lol

[@dewdew34]

Sounds smooth. Nice work and pickup. I knew the lift kit was coming...:). Looking forward to seeing the new garage.

[@TylerPotter]

I have to lift them all, they look so much better with even just the 2in lift. Thanks for the view!

[@TheWizardWhiteHawk]

Got a new subscriber, I'm old but need to know this stuff. 80s had none of this . 2000 2008 what I'm running now.

[@jamesgreen3080]

When you release the WJ back into the wild, will it be able to fend for itself by hunting and eating "Kias and Hyundais" and maybe an occasional Honda??? 🤣

[@usmc6157]

Excellent vid…subbed! Have a 2.5” lifted ‘02 GC Laredo 4x4 with 4.0.L I6 and an ‘03 GC Laredo 2WD with 4.0L I6. It’s a WJ thang!

[@angelbou7578]

Love it man! I have got to do that to my WJ!! 💯 😎

[@Formerlywarmer]

Nice video. I bought a really clean 99 Wj loaded a couple years ago and it came with a new set of lifters and oil change stuff. The guy had already replaced the easy side then gave up on the the side I did. I’ve been taking parts off of it for a couple other Wj I have. Looks like I’ll dig into the lifter change now starting with a comp check. THANKS and MOPAR2YA

[@TylerPotter]

Nice it is kind of a pain to swap the lifters but once you get it taken apart it goes pretty good! Thanks for the view!

[@jasonlemmond3012]

Do you have a video on what to look for when buying? I am kicking around ideas on what I’m gonna get

[@TylerPotter]

No but I need to make one for what I look for at least! Thanks for the view!

[@nohandlexyz]

Love that you are saving WJs. Planning on swapping my 03 rims for wranglers as well. I like the look and easy to clean. I have thought about the 2 inch lift but hesitate only because I heard on another channel that lifts can cause drive shaft problems because the length is not meant to be lifted. Causes premature wear on joints?? Not sure if that's a thing. Also want to ask you. I have a mysterious popping sound that sounds like a backfire when hitting about 30 mph. Dealers claims it not backfire but line lash. Said it comes with high miles. I only have 98 k on mine. Is that even thing? I hear the same popping sound coming from what sounds like under the front passenger side of the car. Drives me crazy I can't find any info on this.

[@lirr408]

Great job on the Grand Cherokee! Looks sharp.

[@TylerPotter]

Glad you like it!

[@chanceoc84]

Awesome video.. I have a 03 4.0 with a bad computer.. would I be able to just grab a computer from the junkyard?

[@millieslife5157]

I just had this same issue with my 02 4.0 and ordered a preprogrammed PCM from Flagship online. It cranked right up. Hope u got yours fixed.

[@patrickmueller377]

Love my 04 wj . 4 inch lift with 265's

[@michaelangelos5117]

Thanks for the video. What do you mean by the rocker kicked off?

[@mickellevanwyk]

Hi Tyler, very nice video. I just brought a 2005 2.7l Jeep Grand cheroke landero its starts but does not rev up. Getting codes below. Any ideas what to look for? P2120 - Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor1 circuit P2125 - Accelerator pedal postion (APP) sensor2 circuit P0100 - Mass or Volume air flow circuit malfunction P0235 - Turbo/Super charger boost sensor A Circuit mulfunction P1608 - kry nie P0115 - Engine coolant Temperature circuit

[@isaacfalvey]

Great job! That one was definitely worth saving.

[@TylerPotter]

I think so too!

[@sidviscous5959]

@5:45 I'm guessing dropped valve seat.

[@brentpadgett7178]

I have a 75k OG WJ 1 owner and I love it..

[@waynereynolds8094]

Hi mate, Great video and great work. I have a WG 2001 Grand Cherokee missing at idle ,wanting to cut out ,but kind of keeps running and eventually stops ,but no noise coming from that head area, do you think it's still likely that a rocker has dislodged. I replaced timing chain and not after this started happening.When i drive it up the road it wants to stop every 500 or meters and starts up again .Cheers would love to hear your thoughts about it thanks.

[@hangrymachinist]

I learned something today. Great video

[@TylerPotter]

Thanks for the view!

[@toploadtele]

5 Stars! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Two Quick Questions: 1- What did you do regarding the track bar and control arms after the lift? 2 - Have all of the alignment specs been checked and verified? Adding a 2" budget lift drastically changes all of the front end geometry, specificaly the caster angle and center line. Why? One side of the track bar bolts to the body and the other bolts to the front axle thus the center line is now off-center due to the body lift which requires an adjustable track bar to properly correct. Adjustable upper and lower control arms are also required to correct the negative caster created by the budget lift. Ask me how I know! lol... I found a 2000 WJ Laredo 4.0 2-WD with 74k a while back and have been going through the motions!

[@TylerPotter]

Yes you loose some caster with the lift, I always check the alignment after the lifts and sometimes the caster is still in spec (though at the low side of the spec) to correct this you could buy aftermarket adjustable arms or slot the brackets on the axle for the front lower control arms like the factory service manual calls for on JK wrangler. Also yes with the 2in the stock track bar will pull the axle slightly off center but with only the 2in lift it is pretty slight. Thanks for the view!

[@emerilderoman5462]

Hey I got a 1999 grand cherokee larrado.4.0. I got Two hundred thousand miles plus. I'm thinking about rebuilding my engine. Or maybe the timing belt first.

[@Mr360alan]

my 02 4.0 dose that with the turn singles lol jusr wiggle the key idk what makes it do that. I've had it for 3 years now

[@TylerPotter]

Most of our turn signal issues can be fixed with the relay being repaired in this video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nImbmWilqbioeMU

[@TMCTINTING]

Great video

[@calvarycustoms6681]

Out of curiosity, is the lifter-tick sound a common issue for these 4.7’s? I’ve had this exact same noise from both of the 4.7’s I’ve owned. I just bought an ‘01 WJ with 190k on it, and it had the tick when I bought it. The seller claimed it had “just had” the Top-End rebuilt (receipts in the glovebox),but if I hadn’t already had the exact same noise in my ‘03 Durango, I don’t think I would’ve bought the WJ. The ‘Rango had 149k on it, and purred like a kitten… until I did a SeaFoam treatment. Immediately afterwards, I got that lifter tick; but it still ran great, and got 14mpg. My WJ also runs very well, but only gets 11mpg. It has a tiny bit of idle wiggle, but I suspect the plugs just need to be changed. I’m really not that concerned, but I would like to take this thing on roadtrips, so I’m wondering if I should be more concerned about that lifter-tick. Also, where is a good source for suspension and drivetrain parts for these WJ’s? Everything on the Jungle Site looks like Jhinese Jhunk. 👎🏼

[@Katrahpoe]

You say you always put a 2" lift on them. Can you add a link in the description to what lift kit you use? Especially if you are able to get a small portion of it. Great video! Thnx

[@TylerPotter]

I wish I got a small portion lol no I just pay like normal each time. It is just the 2in metal Rough Country spacer lift for the WJ. Thanks for the view!

[@tylersimonini9659]

Bought a 2004 4.0 with 218k on it in January runs and drives nice shifts smoothly paid 700 for it

[@OurCreatorsHouse]

I have a 99 wj 4.7 that purrs like a lion , that will be for sale soon. It has some other issues obviously which most I am fixing but engine and body are pretty solid

[@paulstaton8307]

Great video love watching all the work you do do you ever get any problems adding a 2 inch lift iv got a 2 inch rough country to fit just worried about any wobble after.

[@TylerPotter]

99% of the time it is worn tie rod ends or worn drag link ends that cause it.

[@user-vu3xb7qn8g]

800 bucks! Great deal. Congrats.

[@19manisingh]

I just bought a 03 wj as my first project. Drove it around the block a few times and realized that the engine ticks at low speed and idle . I can’t figure out what the problem is . Any idea what might the issue be

[@TylerPotter]

Possible lifter noise if it has good oil pressure.

[@seanpinson9030]

I have a 04 4.0 freedom edition w a clean California body. Solid rockers and everything but I paid $9000 for it. I drove it this winter undercoated to the teeth w fluid film and surface shield and got a little surface rust not on the truck but on the tubular bars that are under the rockers yes it actually still had them. Now I'm working on sanding and painting them. I know I'll never match that grey but any color is better than rust. I actually have another one exactly the same also w bars but the undercarriage unfortunately is rusty as hell. It also runs and has less than 190000. That sucks. The one I drive is at 132000 and even the driver seat isn't broken and I've never seen that. I'm all about saving the WJ's but never had the v8. Does it really have enough power to sacrifice reliability? Just wondering. I would love to have a 98 zj 5.9 but my first was a wj and I love them so!!!!

[@seanpinson9030]

Oh the one that's rusted runs but... the tranny is shot unfortunately also typical with 42re

[@Miohunter444]

Hey Tyler what spring compressor was that, I've been looking for a decent one and it looked like that worked well. My 2000 WJ has 220000 on it, 4.7 and it still runs strong. That jeep looks awesome after that lift and tires!!

[@TylerPotter]

Here is the tool on amazon it has been pretty awesome! Thanks for the view! www.amazon.com/Amerbm-Spring-Compressor-Tool-Interchangeable/dp/B08SWKFXZM/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=8+mile+lake+spring+compressor&qid=1684206251&sprefix=8+mile+spring+%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-2&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0

[@arpalmer09]

2 inch lift are you putting on these wj's that you are fixing up

[@TylerPotter]

They are all getting the 2in rough country metal spacer lift and if it's only going to be driven on road you can even reuse the stock shocks. Thanks for the view!

[@davidbarton5438]

I from the 🇬🇧 I have a 2004 wj grand jeep cherokee 2.7 overlander that's the merc straight 5 cylinder diesel, do you have that engine spec in the 🇺🇸

[@TylerPotter]

No the US never got any diesel WJ's unfortunately. I badly want to drive one just to see how they are! Thanks for the view!

[@davidbarton5438]

@@TylerPotter you would be impressed lots of torque good cruising speed and 30 mpg

[@mexicutioner760]

Where you get the tool to compress the springs link to website?

[@TylerPotter]

Here a the amazon link to the spring compressor, I use this thing all the time at work. It is awesome! Thanks for the view! amzn.to/44LxtCS

[@mexicutioner760]

@@TylerPotter thx brother

[@gradient602]

Hey tyler I've been looking for those exact mudflaps/splash guards but its hard to find that part number to look for them. any way you can reply with the part numbers that are embossed on them? there is a separate part number for front and rear.

[@TylerPotter]

I'm so sorry I don't have them anymore I will keep an eye out on the next pair! Thanks for the view!

[@gradient602]

Keep fighting the good fight and save all the WJs!!

[@TylerPotter]

I'm trying my best! Last weekend I brought home number 9!!!!

[@440phoenix]

​@@TylerPotter Sweet 👍

[@Tarkov.]

Do the old rockers look any different from the new ones? Wondering if there's like some bending or other stresses on them, causing them to kick off.

[@TylerPotter]

The rockers are always fine it is the lifters that we see fail. Thanks for the view!

[@RANDOMNATION907]

Was that a Rough Country 2" lift kit? What was the tire size?

[@TylerPotter]

Yes the 2in rough country spacers, with 255/75R17 tires, that size it pretty large for only the 2in lift though. Thanks for the view!

[@RANDOMNATION907]

@@TylerPotter.. Wow, yeah, I've seen a lot of listings for those wheels and tires, for really cheap. I think I'm gonna get a set, but put a more practical tire size on'em. Those wheels look so good on WJs.

[@man7aa]

Where u from ? Can ask with some help with a jeep I have in colorado ?

[@kennysimmons535]

Looks great! what's the tire size on those JK takeoffs? any rubbing issues? Thanks!

[@TylerPotter]

Those are 255/75R17 and yeah.... they are a little bit big for the 2 in lift and do have some rubbing but I got too good of a deal on them to pass up! Thanks for the view!

[@frankherrera1519]

Nice! What size rims and tires size? I’ve got same style 99 and want to do a 2 inch lift. And wanted to know size without having any rub. Thanks 😊

[@mohamadhariri6397]

Same question

[@TylerPotter]

These are 17in Jeep wrangler JK wheels with 255/75R17 tires but they are pretty large for the 2in lift and do rub, I think the 245/70R17 or 255/70R17 fit a lot better with the 2in lift.

[@frankherrera1519]

Thank you 😊

[@tpb1717]

Do you reccomened the melling lifters the most? Any that you would stay away from? Doing mine soon. Any info would be greatly appreciated

[@TylerPotter]

They are a lot more affordable than the MOPAR lifters and a lot of the 4.7 V8 guys recommended them, so far I have been having good luck with them also. Thanks for the view!

[@tpb1717]

@@TylerPotter perfect, thanks for the info. Great videos!

[@bravosierra4129]

whats the best motor trans and year grand cherokee

[@TylerPotter]

Most will probably say the inline 6 4.0 since it is a lot more tolerant of abuse vs. the 4.7 V8 that needs to be taken care of more closely.

[@TRX2021]

Tyler, Have you noticed if your Driveshaft Clunk has returned? I know mine is fully back after 15k miles....Also Dealer won't touch my Lean saying truck is out of Factory Warranty and my 125K Ford Premium Extended Warranty won't cover that...Ugh....About to get a 2023 and hope they fixed that cause these TRXs just don't have much issues as they are really well built with a great motor and tranny...My2021 Raptor I had prior lived with issues so blessed that the 2 issues I am dealing with are very minimal... Have you had any FB from TRX owners for orher issues I can look out for?

[@TylerPotter]

I really haven't gotten to drive the truck much since being at the rental house since it is always stuck behind cars in the garage. I did notice in the newest drive shaft clunk repair kits from MOPAR it is a different lubricate than the original kits had in them. No clue if it is better or just a suppy issue?

[@yiyangcheng]

Are WJ overland hard to find?

[@TylerPotter]

They are defiantly less common.

[@bean-vy3eq]

I'm about to buy a 4.7 limited wj, why does everyone hate it?

[@TylerPotter]

I don't hate them the 4.7 is just a little more fragile engine the 4.0 that can be abused over and over with no issue. Thanks for the view!

[@inspaceinyourface]

Tyler what lift kit do you use? I’m looking to find a good one for my WJ. Much appreciated 🙌

[@TylerPotter]

All of my Jeeps I "save" just get the 2in Rough Country metal spacer lift. If the Jeep is only going to be driven on the road you can even reuse the stock shocks as their length still works fine on the street, if the Jeep is going to be used off-road then correct 2in lift shocks would need to be used. Thanks for the view!

[@bruceallen6016]

Nice! What lift did you go with? My WJ has also been lifted 2 inches.

[@TylerPotter]

That jeep just had a 2in rough country spacer lift installed. Thanks for the view!

[@4x4adventure_pl]

WJ owners, share your thoughts on what makes this Jeep so special!

[@kjtroop4752]

So, they’re horrible and not worth anything, no one should buy them… mine mine mine they’re all mine. 😂 Well I’m a complete noob to the seen at 54yrs of age but have researched the crap out of them. People (the masses) are just now (last few years) realizing what an absolutely awesome little 4x these are. Solid axle = better travel in the suspension, 4.0L absolutely bullet proof, the 4.7 8 is still a solid choice and from what i can gather… these were literally the best kept secret. If you’re half way mechanically inclined (me) you can do at least 80% of whatever needs to be done to them. They were cheap to get into… that is quickly changing.😢 Thanks to KZbin and showing bone stock WJs kicking the sh!t out of anything in it’s class and a little higher… It’s no wonder. Anything newer with an exception with a couple years sprinkled in are garbage (don’t yell at me, just what I’ve read) hence why they’ve got a bad rap and stayed under the radar so long. Now, I just wanted to brag here a little. I just picked up an in pristine 2001 4,0L. Guy wanted $10,800… I did not pay that but that’s literally the way these are heading. So knock off a couple thousand and you’re in the ball park of what I paid. When I say pristine… Busted Drivers side actuator - $50, Shocks - at least one leaking oil, don’t care because I’m just going to put a 2” lift on anyway, drivers seat is a little soft on the left side - shove a bunch of foam from underneath should (Hoping) firm it up and the front hood is a little oxidized. Now get this… you’ve heard of the little old lady saying… this is the little old man version. No rips, no tears, no Stains, I mean not even a little hole that I can find. Literally looks like it just came off the showroom floor. As far as I can tell Bushings still look good (just getting old) very very little surface rust underneath. Like I could take a green scotch guard pad and just wipe it away. No linkage clicks, squeaks, Yata yata. Saving the best for last… Drum roll… 70,000 miles………………… I’ll just let that sink in for a minute. 😂😂😂. I literally don’t know if I want to play in it or put it in a f&^%%ng museum. 😂 anyway thanks for reading and old guys post. 😁 Oh… yeah I’m going to play in it… but in adult way. 😜😁 I’ll be selling it in 20years on my death bed for 100Grand.

[@tookallyourmoney]

Easy to work on and clearance

[@merrittmcdowell8675]

Wouldn't it be easier to just buy 4.0s then there's no engine work needed lol

[@TylerPotter]

But the 4.0s aren't broken and aren't cheap for me to buy broken lol Thanks for the view!

[@merrittmcdowell8675]

@@TylerPotter true its rare to find broken 4.0s lol i have looked haha

[@muhammedfaye4513]

Nice review How can i buy one?

[@TylerPotter]

I just put them on my local facebook market place normally. Thanks for the view!

[@TheCoolKidsClub]

Hello good sir I was sent over from Facebook I’m having trouble with my van and I’m not sure if it’s the tranny or something else. How do I go about talking to you

[@TylerPotter]

I've got a facebook group now, that would be a great place. Thanks for the view! facebook.com/groups/602794848407484/

[@JacquesOkito]

Combien coûte la jeep Grand Cherokee ?

[@TylerPotter]

$5000 - $6500USD Merci pour la vue !

[@flex102599]

Doin the lords work

[@TylerPotter]

I'm trying! Thanks for the view!

[@elsydeon666]

My $900 Overland is the same color!!

[@TylerPotter]

Nice! It is a nice looking paint in the sun, Thanks for the view!

[@LxstCxnnection]

"I've never seen one with rocker panels this bad" come to Michigan and look at my WJ

[@muhktarb3282]

Is this for sale?

[@TylerPotter]

It will be shortly! lol Thanks for the view!

[@single_cam9199]

Omfg just looked at a brown one today 2400$ dents all down the passenger side and aluminum FOIL tape on front driver fender and rear fender to cover rust.. like you said over mind the potential engine issues but tf ppl man I swear! On the other foot You post something with one issue and they tire kick down to trying to trade a four wheeler lmfao

[@deanberg4033]

Tyler's WJ Jeep Emporium

[@TylerPotter]

That is no lie! lol Thanks for the view!

[@kerrylewis2581]

Another GJC saved by Doctor Potter.

[@TylerPotter]

That's for sure! lol Thanks for the view!

[@ryan-uo7hh]

I bought my wj for 400$ 😅and it runs and drives even before than.

[@tropicalitch3176]

same here 400 in georgia 99 super clean 4x4 4.0 wouldnt idle was just vaccum leak but after driving for a couple days the transmission started having isues.

[@mr.countcurrencymr.hoedoug6322]

tyler i got one for you 2001

[@TylerPotter]

I started to thin the heard before the house move lol Thanks for the view!

[@davehope9144]

Rust is the killer, anything mechanical can be fixed

[@TylerPotter]

I agree! Thanks for the view!

[@jgcruisers]

Valve seats! Is the reason for those rockers to come off. Heads need to come off. Valve seats and valves if needed. And you will be ok.

[@kenav88]

I've seen these going for 3500 with 165k. Ridiculous

[@TylerPotter]

There had been a few that recently sold on bring a trailer for around $10K with lower miles.

[@OscarPikeCountyPA]

You've got drugs at home you say?

[@TylerPotter]

After buying more Jeep I will need some! Thanks for the view!

[@JMAC479]

That's not a build