Jeep Cherokee Diesel Swap Overview | Mercedes OM617 Conversion

[@Turbos4Lyfe]

I appreciate how much attention to detail to paid to this video and the jeep. I know from my own projects that covering everything would make the video many hours long. You hit key bullet points and I feel like people that have good mechanical inclination can ascertain just about all of what actually went into it. Rock crawler or overlander, built jeeps are always respected when done right!

[@KeystoneCarry]

I appreciate that. This was an overwhelming project. Definitely my most in depth project so far on this jeep. Feels good though. I did another updated video the other week. I go into depth on the adapter kit because after this video it nearly destroyed my transmission. I am running a doomsday diesel adapter kit now

[@jasoncage6529]

Bro super cool! Nice job I just picked up a mint condition 87 xj wagoneer. My dream car is a diesel swap so I got to live vicariously through u! Thankyou!

[@gshock3092]

I've had a xj for over 20 years and I love it! Nice diesel build but im gonna stay with the 4.0 ! Just bought a new starter for it on Ebay for 36 dollars im not gonna complain!

[@kenadams3951]

my 96 CHEROKEE NEEDED A WATERPUMP

[@Paxton550730]

@@kenadams3951 DID YOU GET A WATER PUMP BRUTHER?

[@masonnutter6718]

@@kenadams3951 I just did a water pump on my 1987 cherokee

[@Xergthes]

This is insanely cool. I am a bit late to the party, but this has to be one of the cleanest, best swaps I have seen. I would love to do something like this, but I am afraid it is above my level. I may end up just going with a Golens 4.6 stroker. Regardless, great project! Thumbs up!

[@cmine615]

I did the same swap in my tj. I went with a mercedes4x4diesel adapter and was a little underwhelmed with the instructions (or lack thereof) and the quality of the materials. In 3 years and maybe a couple thousand miles, I’ve been through three pilot bushings. The engine also feels very unusually...shakey when revved up. Not like other on617’s I’ve driven. I see doomsday diesel has a better quality kit and a thicker adapter which brings the trans back a bit. Your swap looks terrific and I can really appreciate the work that you put into this. This inspired me to get back at it

[@KeystoneCarry]

Hey man! Check my latest jeep diesel vid. I switched to the doomsday kit. 111100000% worth doing that. Totally changed my jeep and it’s easy to switch to his kit

[@lukekolodziej9631]

I really wasn't expecting to end up watching this whole video but, this was very informative and enjoyable. nice vid man.

[@brianhansen6906]

Love the video. And yes I got very excited when I heard the exhaust sound from the tailpipe. I LOVE diesels.

[@KeystoneCarry]

Me too! 😬😬😬

[@MK-qg9vs]

Awesome work; you are a master craftsman! Not to many would look thru a/c compressor tech data to find to very specific parameters!

[@adamv242]

My girlfriend loves SUVs and had an XJ for years. I'm a mechanic and European car fan. This makes soooo much sense.

[@stevenmitchell6347]

Always good to see creative solutions. Am considering OM617 swap into '78 International Scout 2.

[@daveg4963]

Highly suggest frame stiffener for bigger lift and axles.

[@KeystoneCarry]

Front end is already braced. Definitely plan to armor and stiffen the entire rig in the near future

[@daveg4963]

@@KeystoneCarry 🤘🤘

[@gyrogeek]

Completely impressed. I love what you did with it and kept the factory features.

[@rsharney1111]

Doing the same to a rover disco2. Taking the motor from an already swapped trooper. You done good son.

[@PaulA-ky6bv]

I will follow that build

[@gittyupalice96]

Thank you for making this video! Because I've been going back and forth a about either a mild built 318 v8 or do a 5 cylinder mercedes diesel engine. Its for a 88 Dakota.. ( wich they did not ever put a v8 in those trucks, the v8 ones where 1990 and onward and had a different front end/radiator support and frame/ mounts are all different) the trucks built 86-89 where shorter in the engine bay meant to fit the LA v6. My saving grace is that the truck has a jeep 5 speed transmission in it and transfer case wich opens me up to any adapters for the jeep to mercedes conversion (yes I have a welder and can fabricate this truck to the end of the earth and back including making my own oil pan thats not a issue) but its nice that I can order the adapter parts, and just make mounts. Good information so far on the little details to think about. All good bush vehicles are diesel, thats all I know for certain that and the old Benz engines were built very well.

[@mopar43v3r]

Technically they did in the 89 Shelby Dakota. All they did to fit it was remove the mechanical fan for an electric one.

[@davidbeaumont4455]

So. Just curious if you’d admired the “Black Smoke Racing” drift cars” Mercedes 123 and 124 wagons? OM606 engines are crazy sturdy. I’m had several with 300K +(miles)that ran like new. I’m wondering how you get through PA inspection/emissions without a functioning OBD2? I too live in Northeast. PA

[@dustinshadle732]

ive had to rework and build a 100% custom rear sump pan, and a pickup to make use of the pickup. i have built a number of 4.5-4.7l jeep inline 6 strokers. they really, really do a good job putting the basic 4.0 ho to shame. on adding the lift, look into the stock pickup 8 lug front and rear GM axles, theyre commonly swapped out. the stock limited slip is junk, but stock gearing was 4.56 so itll take to tall tires well. im following.

[@dondaughtrey7537]

I appreciate you posting this, will look at your whole series now, as I am about to jump into this on my MJ comanche- a 1988.

[@leefhead1]

grab a honda fan switch. its an open/close switch. run a power wire from an ignition source through the fan switch to a relay, where the relay runs your fan.

[@double_8308]

this thing is awesome!!! im doing a om617 in my 98 off road rig, ive been looking into a 8mm pump and possibly compounds, its already 8 inch lift on 35s ect and long arm kit coming, the swap will just kind of complete it

[@addisonsteiner6473]

Great video and a very well done swap

[@allensnook7760]

Hey there as a fellow pensylvanian,we like what youve done.im from lockhaven area.very well put together vidieo n collaboration on ur build.im running 2002 grand cherokee,but also like the xjs.keep gearing!!!snookie pa.

[@bladenrexroth2555]

Start filtering wvo and wmo. Save yourself at the pump by running a 50/50 mix. 50 filtered waste oils and 50 diesel. If you run a hose in hose (coolant heated fuel lines) with a coolant heated hot stick in the fuel tank and a heated fuel filter. You can run straight veg oil year round. Just a thought.

[@KeystoneCarry]

Honestly WVO doesn't appeal to me at all. It causes so many issues over time and diesel is cheap in bulk and plentiful. I'm going to focus more on overlanding modifications than veggie oil, at least for now

[@bladenrexroth2555]

@@KeystoneCarry I've been running it in an old 6.2 diesel CUCV for 8 years. 20 gallon diesel tank, 42 gallon heated waste fluid tank and a 200 gallon bulk bed mounted tank with a 150 gph centrifuge system. When it comes to overlanding? It's a stress relief to not need to worry about where to fill up or how frequently you need to fill up. Meaning to explore more, travel further distances without letting your tank determine your trip. Took a trip from Pennsylvania to Florida and from Florida to Colorado and still had roughly 45 gallons in the bulk tank. Averaged 17 mpg pulling a 19 foot camper.

[@GustavoLopez-px4ok]

Very interesting and involved build . Your skill level just double good for you !

[@TravelingTexasFisherman]

I used a redesign rail shifter for my swap.. ran like a champ!!!

[@jeffreyrosbrugh4258]

Absolutely awesome project. Hate the fact u had the initial difficulties w the remote filter. I am doing the same with a CJ7.

[@craftsmancollaborative]

Great video. I'm building my 2000 XJ into a camper rig of sorts. Long debated pushing over to a diesel, but for now will hold onto the new swapped stock powerplant. Keep up the build!

[@05glisedan]

Saw Nate's at beeping-jeep swap. Now searching for an XJ swap, found your channel. Looking for to future videos. Our 4.0 is getting tired... Thanks for sharing.

[@KeystoneCarry]

Doomsday diesel is the kit you need. I scrapped my MD4x4 adapter kit. Too many issues. I’ll go over all that in my next video

[@neep401]

Really well done video keep them coming

[@KeystoneCarry]

Thank you!

[@dondaughtrey7537]

I only see one more vid at this time, so will you be posting more on your clearence issues with the front sump? didn't he oil pan from Mercedesdiesel4x4 help with that? I also have 4 inch lift on my MJ, will clearence be better with lift?

[@nismomell]

Thanks for putting in all the hard work to get it running right. I'm doing all my research in this swap for my 2000 xj. Good thing I have full access to full machine shop to help with the swap. When can we expect the videos to start rolling in?? Thanxs

[@KeystoneCarry]

Unfortunately I can't really answer that. Usually when I get window's in my schedule I crank out videos. It comes in waves

[@SMGoertzen]

That is beautiful build man, and one that I've dreaming about myself. I had't considered a manual though I was thinking 4L60E or 4L80E since they offer stand alone contollers for those. Anyways, great job!!!

[@fantaseahorse4696]

Hard to get excited about a Cherokee engine swap when the 4 litre is like the greatest American motor ever made

[@kenadams3951]

I'm thinking the same

[@caseyfenton90]

Mileage.

[@rsharney1111]

Except Isuzu was bought by Chevy in the 70's, thus the duramax and 4jg2. Two things left after a nuclear war is roaches and Isuzu diesels.

[@1966cambo]

Couldnt disagree more! Small block Chevy would be my choice, way more after market support than there is for the 4.0. It also produces more power than the 4.0 and weight is very close.

[@jessepitt]

Turbo diesels drive completely differently from petrol engines. Once you get used to the way they feel you love it.

[@Albone3000]

my dog is so mad at that intro music

[@RB-rl7kv]

Awesome! I'm eyeballing this for later on with my XJ.

[@KeystoneCarry]

Wait for my next video. I threw out the Mercedes diesel 4x4 kit and switched to Doomsday Diesel. I hope to release that video soon

[@kevinthouvenell1750]

@@KeystoneCarry so u getting one of Joe's kits that awesome 👍 bro

[@shebac6907]

The music sounds so familiar! But I can't seem to place it, and it's driving me crazy! What is it? Also, kudo's to you for all the hard work that went into this build! How great is it that we have people like you in this day and age, who spend countless hours creating and editing so that they can provide quality content that will actually be helpful. Keep it up!

[@rexford71]

Great video, amazing install. I’m putting one into a yj so I’m a little more flexible on the room issue. Id like to know where you relocated the oil filter housing. Also wiring is always an issue, seeing where you tied the sensors in for the factory gauges and how would be helpful. Thanks!

[@investing4arellanos]

I asked about this. Glad I found it. Thanks

[@harveyboulanger2896]

Use a momentary switch for your glow plugs.

[@kingkiller3678]

I used a push starter switch so I wouldn't leave on or bump and leave on

[@petemcl99]

I would have kept the Jeep vacuum canister but used a simple check valve to isolate the Mercedes vacuum engine shut off. Add a simple timer on the glow plug circuit to prevent glow plug burnout and dead battery.

[@User-mb6kj]

Loved these videos so many questions

[@KC3PLG.Kurtis]

That's awesome. I'm definitely interested in the how to videos

[@ahuman6825]

In the UK the Jeep Cherokee XJ came with an option of 2.5 litre turbo diesel from VM motors Italy, the WG, grand Cherokee was launched with the truly awful 3.1 VM TD, 5 cylinder all noise and smoke, after 2 years jeep switched to the Mercedes 2.7 5 cylinder cdi engine, and later the 3.0 v6 cdi merc engine, the VM engine had individual cylinder heads and would crack heads for a pass time, worked in jeep dealer, replaced hundreds of heads! That said they pulled like a train!

[@jeremyhanna3852]

I did a lot of research and decided to go with 4200 vortech straight 6 from a trailblazer and a built 4l60e and 231j t case the 4200 has 100 more hp and 130 more torque and 24 mpg

[@михаилпанев-о4к]

Great job, brother! LOVE IT!

[@KeystoneCarry]

Thank you!

[@william38022]

I guess it would be worth having just for the cool factor it sounds pretty cool and it would be very unique.

[@belskyautoworks89]

Awesome build and great video. Thanks for sharing. Subbed.

[@2eyedjack433]

I bought a om 617 for swap into toy custom cab. Haven't got to it yet. I read somewhere one guy saying to use the entire merc engibe/ system. From starter, engine mounts, oil filter, radiator, powersteering, AC compressor...He said it makes it a lot easier. Of course ppl dont realize how big the oil filter is. Had I known that I would have taken everything I could. Do you think you can make that work realistically?

[@robertdayandayan3462]

Thanks i already installed nissan rd28 diesel engine in my jeep cherokee

[@justingoodger5383]

If you used the original transmission, and unlifted stock 2wd Cherokee, maybe older to limit the issue of electronics, would it have been easier and cheaper? Do you think that the transmission would fit?

[@cjhawk67]

87-96 the AW4 is standalone and will operate like normal mounted to one of these

[@lucashicks3668]

That is an A+ sounding OM617.

[@sirridok]

Also how did you get the factory ac working? Im putting the om617 in my isuzu rodeo..got the 5 speed tranny adapted myself, about to stuff it in the bay today and see what else doesnt fit..had to cut crossmember and drop rack/pinion out the way of oil sump..deal with that when i see the room left. I think my ac comp has a 5 spline pully..didn't disconnect it so I'm hoping to convert the v notch pully to 5 spline somehow so i don't have to evacuate the system.

[@brianpencall4882]

Nice work. The Cummins 4BT would work better in a Landcruiser, as they have deeper engine bays. That gasoline engine radiator is more than big enough for that turbo Diesel engine. The turbo Diesel engine converts more of the fuel energy into kinetic energy, hence less heat is purged to the cooling system.

[@1of1RTR]

Very cool build.!!! Absolutely love a 617 a great motor 👍🇺🇸

[@jaredrandall80]

What made you decide to do the om617 vs the om606 ? I've been wanting to do an om606 swap in mine because they can make a stupid amount of power if I wanted and extremely easily. On stock internals the guys at diesel pump uk put down (don't quote me on this because I don't remember the exact numbers but I know it was extremely close) 700hp and 1000lbs tq

[@kingkiller3678]

Just got a converted jeep excited but seems like it needs some work to get to where your at with yours she needs some love going to being watching for those steering and oil pan, hooking up my kill switch to my ignition plus getting all factory gauges and ac back probably also the intercooler so much

[@pjnovak861]

That coolant jug is wrong the om617 prescribes the coolant so it boiling point is later right now you are cooking the gaskets on the motor

[@billyshavers7414]

OM606 in a YJ Jeep would be a awesome swap.

[@BUCKMAW]

How do you ever expect to be able to adjust your valves with all of those hoses and stuff going across the top of the valve cover? They need to be adjusted every 12,000 miles. I have an extra 617 out in the garage and was looking for something to put it in. You have done a great job with your swap. I'm looking forward to seeing more.

[@KeystoneCarry]

12,000 miles to me is excessive. I plan to check them every year, but I run high quality oil and this motor is completely rebuilt. I don't anticipate a ton of adjustment being necessary. With that being said, the only hose that impedes removal of the valve cover is the AC high pressure line. The wiring harness can be moved about 6" out of the way. The high pressure line isn't an issue: I simply remove the AC compressor and set aside with the lines attached. I have had the valve cover off in the jeep multiple times. It does take some extra work, but it is still very doable. Thank you!

[@KeystoneCarry]

Two nights ago I pulled the valve cover and checked the valves. Just a heads up. Wanted to let you know it was very straightforward. It is tight, but possible to get the valve cover off.

[@BTyne]

Do you get many electrical problems with the cherokee?. I guess my real question is, is it a reliable vehicle.

[@jorges2000]

Looks awesome. Great videos. Just got another sub keep up the good work 👍

[@KmanJeeper]

Great Video! I am very interested in seeing how you did your AC conversion mounts and PS pump spacer.

[@KeystoneCarry]

I'll have to do a video showing all of those pieces as they are 100% custom fabricated by me

[@Twiztedwicked]

I appreciate that you stuck with factory functions and thats exactly how I like to build my jeep. I been thinking of doing this swap and this video was definitely on point. Also what part of Pennsylvania are you from? I live in nazereth next to jersey.

[@kevinthouvenell1750]

How u do your tach on the Jeep And are u going to be doing moreover on the videos of your Jeep soon

[@kingkiller3678]

Did u get yours working I've got the same issue

[@Hillwatch]

I wonder if it’s like an aftermarket crankshaft position sensor

[@aceinternational4788]

this is way better then a 3.9 cummins not only is it lighter and more compact, it makes more power stock and is easier to tune

[@beginnerbluester]

Have you pulled a trailer or hauled a fair amount of weight yet and how does it handle it? Also what intercooler did you use? What brand or car did it come from? Planning my OM617/54 Suburban swap this summer. Nice job on your swap!

[@stevenator117]

Damn I’m really late here but I saw the build and it’s really clean and was looking at diesel build ideas for my 01 but thinking this might be the best idea to go with as I’m doing a 4x4 swap soon I’ve had mine for 6 years so far and pretty clean with no rust despite the Washington weather Is there any tips with having an automatic transmission mounted with the OM617

[@nickwhite1437]

I guess I will throw one more in there...how did you wire up the factory tach? The Dakota digital modules kind of seem like the only route. I have a 94 4x4 ranger I put one in, but I built all the adapters and motor mounts from scratch. Registration and front end alignment is all that’s left. Some small wiring

[@KeystoneCarry]

On a cherokee you just need to trick the cam sensor signal. I sent signal from the crank sensor to the wire that feeds the computer cam sensor signal. Boom! Tach will work as it should. People WAY overcomplicate their tachs on cherokees. I'm not sure about a ranger.

[@trevordavis4728]

An acceleration video would be neat. (0-60) pulling out into traffic, etc.

[@KeystoneCarry]

I can't fully utilize full throttle currently with the stock turbo. Boost jumps over 20PSI and that's no good with the choked up little turbo as the drive pressures are way to high for comfort. Once I swap on the HX30W turbo I'll let her eat 30 PSI and show everyone. Teaser: With the 7.5mm pump and intercooler and straight exhaust the jeep rips.

[@nye307]

Hey, I'm looking at doing a 617 swap myself in the near future. Would you mind if I picked your brain a little about yours? Thanks, Bill.

[@M1ttnss]

Can I ask more about what exactly was not connected properly with the remote oil filter adapter from mercedesdiesel4x4? You did say they corrected the problem, correct? Do you happen to have the link? Also, do you have the link for the Injection Pump? Did you send in your original for modification or buy one already done? Is that an m or mw pump? My om617 is going into a 1979 J20. Sorry for all the questions.

[@KeystoneCarry]

Their instructions were backwards. The pressure and return sides were incorrectly labeled on the instruction diagram. It is supposedly corrected now, but I have not confirmed personally.

[@Mr.XJ.96]

Hope to see you this June at the Bantam Hertiage Jeep Fest in Butler Pa Birth Place of the Jeep. Im in Butler County Pa so if you come to the Jeep Fest this year Im inviting you to go do some Local Wheelin with us. Happy Trails....

[@KeystoneCarry]

Nice! I’ll have to check the dates and see if I can make it work!!

[@Mr.XJ.96]

@@KeystoneCarry I believe its Fathers day weekend but not 100 percent sure. It's the largest Jeep gathering and parade in the east. Friday is the Worlds largest Jeep parade and Invasion night Sat and Sunday is the Event Trails Rock garden venders ect typical event. We do the parade and invasion but spend the weekend wheelin better local trails than the Event trails. We have 6 to 8 of us.....We dont like wheelin at big events because we like to wheel at our pace and not be hung up in lines behind once a year Jeepers lol. If you make to The Bantam Hertiage Jeep Fest this year come Wheel with us a day or evening.

[@smokethirteen]

Great video. Fantastic rig. Did you consider a cummins R2.8? I’d like to see more on how you found the motor mount locations and fab of those.

[@KeystoneCarry]

I have heard horror stories of reliability with the R2.8. Also cost drove me away from that engine. Maybe someday they'll work those out. Side note: DO NOT USE MERCEDES DIESEL 4x4 FOR YOUR KIt. Doomsday diesel is about to release their kit and it is WAY better. I continue to have issues with the MD4x4 conversion kit.

[@jeep534h7]

@@KeystoneCarry what kind of issues besides the blockoff plate

[@wilmertrana4972]

Great build... you think this would work on a JK?

[@viking100033]

Thumbs up. I have never seen such a clean motor swap. You've done the most beautiful and smart job. By saying smart I mean from engineering point of view. Everything was done with extreme precision and thought after. I wish this world had more people like you working in mechanic shops but unfortunately it is mostly dirty lazy and careless disappointment with limited mindset. You have done something that most of those so called professionals would say impossible. Now I'm going to ask you a question after I expressed what I think about your really nicely done piece of engineering art. What is acceleration is like and I'm not asking time for a quarter mile time or precise 0 to 60 . My question is more about how car responds to right pedal for example when you go for overtake or entering fwy. Did that engine make it quicker. And another question why did you go with such a complicated swap when you could have built stroker out of original 4.0 which would give you 300+hp and close to 400ft/lb of torque and it would be more budget friendly build which also has tons of potential for tuning like supercharger or turbo. You can get even close to 400hp and 450ft/lb with ported head with proper valve train and custom intake and exhaust manifolds .

[@dondaughtrey7537]

why didn't you use the stock mercedes compressor for the AC? I am about to do this, and live in Hawaii, so need AC!

[@PopsHowTo]

Did this swap 617 ax15 into a Comanche. Got an average of 25mpg highway trails city driving.

[@Journeyman1642]

How did you know what to do? as far as dropping the OM617 in and hooking everything up? Just taught yourself along the way?

[@donooetomo5213]

THE BEST DESIGN CAR ..

[@mark63366]

This is a great overview.

[@KeystoneCarry]

Check out my latest. I ditched the MD4x4 adapter kit and went doomsday diesel. WAY better now

[@cantybrad]

For the glow plugs why not but a dash surround from Europe or Australia with the diesel lights in and then hook that up to the factory glow plug contoller 662 545 30 32 then it would all be like it came out of the factory

[@cantybrad]

Don't buy from Australia they be RHD

[@rambo4war]

The om617 is reliable, bullet proof, but underpowered. I had an 85 merc w123 turbo diesel so I should know, best engine I had cuz of simplicity but also slowest.

[@garylanders1470]

Rear sump oil pan mod is available to make the swap much easier.

[@KeystoneCarry]

I haven't seen a production kit for rear sump. One of my friends made a custom rear sump though.

[@jeep534h7]

What kind and where did you get your headlights I am swapping a om617 into a 1994 wrangler with a t18 using the mercedes 4x4 kit i am curious about your "issues" Happy Hunting archie

[@ylwpaul]

I bought some of these headlights for my 1999 XJ from Amazon in 2018. So far they are performing very well. SXMA (2 Pcs) DOT Certified 5''x7' 6x7 inch CREE LED Headlights with High Low Beam DRL for Jeep Wrangler YJ Cherokee XJ H6054 H5054 H6054LL 69822 6052 6053 with Angel Eyes DRL (Black Pair) www.amazon.ca/dp/B079JSZ78B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_Ypx6Db5DQXTGR

[@alejandrocastillo8826]

Hello, how did you get the tachometer signal so that it works with the original tachometer?🤨

[@joesmoe5006]

The welds on your oil pan look a bit rough, you welded a little hot. Maybe 5 volts lower it would of looked better. Nice big though and major props

[@KeystoneCarry]

Yeah I’m no welder lol. But I know just enough to do some cool stuff 😂

[@sirridok]

Built solid engine mounts to take the om617 aluminum mount arms?

[@verobeachmarine2514]

Definitely will watch the how to videos.

[@japackwatterson8831]

I know this is not related to your diesel swap, but could you give some info on your rock slider setup? I am interested in doing the same thing with the rocker sliders.

[@seanwieland9763]

Great video. Are you closer to the east or west side of the state? Jeff Daniels in Harleysville (suburbs outside Philadelphia) seems like the closest diesel swap shop in the northeast. Would love to do a 4BT swap without getting in over my head.

[@nickandraka9922]

Did you do a build thread on one of the jeep forums? I thought I saw this one somewhere?

[@DangerLevi]

“I hate the intro music” then skip it lmao

[@BOOMSTICK-PRODUCTIONS]

Righteous 🤙🏾

[@elijahcavin2408]

Bigger turbo gonna help that egt

[@blakejulian6878]

Where's all the future videos on this build that you speak about in the video?

[@lma112567007]

I would love to see the the tear down and build up videos for the diesel

[@Ed-eu4vl]

Did you balance the flywheel? If you didnt, how did you determine you didnt have too? If ya did balance it, what was the process?

[@KeystoneCarry]

Mine is neutral balanced. I got "lucky" with this motor. For whatever reason however this one was balanced at the factory resulted in the mercedes flywheel being a neutral balance. Definitely made my life easier. The correct way is to mark the stock flywheel and stock crank location with a punch. Remove stock flywheel and bring your flywheel and the stock one to a machine shop. have them "match balance" the two as a pair. The result should be that your jeep flywheel matches the balance of the stock one.

[@keithlea6804]

The million dollar question is what did you do with the 4.0? I wish jeep would put a 4 cylinder diesel I the jeeps. A European diesel engine or Australian. My 96 Cherokee needs a motor not sure which way to go $ is the issue. Sweet ride

[@KeystoneCarry]

I sold the 4.0 after I got my jeep running and driving. Cheapest option is replacing your motor with the same model engine.

[@thor777mx]

Go with the rubicon 6.5 leafs and springs.

[@obxjeepguy]

Wow. A little bit of wire loom, and cable routing and it will look stock!