LIFTED Jeep Cherokee XJ vs DANGEROUS Snow Storm!

[@2needey1]

It’s an awesome jeep! Get a pair of chains at an auto store for front tires and 4wd low and it’s candy plus you can steer with front tires and chains. Ice comes down to grip.. take them off for higher speeds though.

[@motownXJdad9565]

some people use 6 inch led light bars as replacements for the factory fog lights. what i did was hunted ebay for a LED replacement bulb for the factory XJ fogs, i ended up finding replacement bulbs that are 2 color, 6000k white, and 3000k yellow\amber. all you have to do to change color is flip your factory fog light switch on and off. i think they were less than 20$ for the pair. i really liked them, they matched the color of my led headlights when they were set to white. now i have Jk wrangler round fog lights mounted in my bumper, i did the same thing with those, dual color bulbs, all using the factory XJ wiring, i just soldered on the jk ends to plug into the bulbs. i like running mine on yellow seems brighter and its just different.

[@KCars]

That’s definitely a good solution, thanks!

[@motownXJdad9565]

@@KCars no problem.

[@BUKWulfSh0t]

What kinda front bumper do u have?

[@hulknwill]

This looks like so much fun. I'm saving up to buy a jeep xj, and I'm so crazy about them. Everytime I find a really cool one for sale it gets bought so quick :/

[@KCars]

These are getting really difficult to find in good condition

[@BUKWulfSh0t]

If you're in Cali909 I have a Stock '97 xj, 4.0L ,i6, 5 speed manual, 2wd 142,000 miles Asking 3,350

[@hulknwill]

@@BUKWulfSh0t I'm in Colorado, which also means I kinda need all wheel drive, but I appreciate the offer. It's a good price too

[@jstredlicious3869]

Just about to buy an XJ and I’m in the UK, can’t wait...and I think 💭 you need new wiper blades

[@KCars]

Enjoy it! And the wiper blades were replaced about a year ago before I got the Jeep. I think the ice made them not perform as well as they should

[@2needey1]

How much $ in the UK?

[@caydenmyrick7272]

These xj’s get beat on so much and this one is nice my old xj was on 10 inches of lift and it was my second xj my first was a year ago when I was 11 for my 12th birthday I got my new one

[@KCars]

I try to keep mine pretty clean and nice. 10 inches is awesome, I’d love to see some pics. Thanks for watching!

[@josegarrob3182]

I’ve been waiting man

[@KCars]

The wait is over! Thanks for watching!

[@ninjascout468]

I just took my 93 xj with street tires on it back and forth to work for a few days in 12 inch's of snow learn how to drive your xj and it'll go anywhere 😎 now I have a 2" lift and 31" patagonia Mt on procomp rims , dam near unstoppable , next rear locker

[@KCars]

Nice! Sounds like a tank, thanks for watching!

[@frankfilippone9679]

They do look great on 31s , I had 31 inch Baja claws back in 03 and she was a ripper!

[@KCars]

I think it’s the best setup if it’s not a dedicated off road Jeep

[@frankfilippone9679]

My first XJ 1996 5 speed Dana 30 high pinion with 8.25 29 spline axles ended up on a 3" Rustys offroad lift basically and 35s on 15x8 steelies was actually a great setup, my 95 2 dr SE 5 speed with around 3" lift and adjustable Ironman 4x4 fab upper and lower control arms ( Best short arms in the business ) on 33x12.5x15 Baja Claws drove and handled amazing! Best xj I've had, my 4.6 01 stroker on around 6" Rough Country long arm on 33x10.5x15 BFG All Terrains with 8.8 Ford rear axle with 4:11s and transplant Dana 30 high pinion was fast as hell! The 4.6 stroker is so worth it! Unfortunately I sold it to a friend and he made her mint! Custom interior etc, 2 day ago I picked up a whacky 98 on 33x12.5x15 Falken Wildpeaks that look brand new, she needs some work but runs strong and drives good, I'm S.A.Sing my 03 Tacoma so she's my daily driver now, I love my trucks, want More!

[@KCars]

Dang sounds like you’ve had your share of XJs!

[@escape2064]

Is this what friends is like? (Also good video :) )

[@KCars]

Thanks!

[@ravenlunatic7909]

maybe me..but it actually looked a bit more stable with the all-seasons and lower to the ground..of course there was more ice..so..?..a toss up?..hmm?..your a very good driver though..maybe next winter a spruce knob/dolly sods venture?..kudos! in da 304! yeah!

[@KCars]

Hard to compare the actual stability but the mud tires definitely performed better. Could’ve stayed in 2WD the whole time except for the icy part. With the all seasons I had to use 4WD for some parts of the same drive even without ice. Spruce knob during the winter would be a lot of fun but might be a bit too far for my comfort level with my 21 year old XJ. Might be time to add a new wrangler to the collection and then make some trips?👀

[@ravenlunatic7909]

@@KCars thanks for clarifying..did the bigger tires bring you gas consumption down a whole bunch?.i have not owned a jeep but suppose to pick one up tomorrow..i'm up in the panhandle and back in a hollow so i'm thinking of going slightly higher and bigger before next winter..

[@KCars]

I’ve never actually calculated my MPGs so I’m not too sure on the fuel economy. I’ve heard mixed reviews about the fuel consumption with the XJs. It’s smiles per gallon for me🤷🏼‍♂️

[@bobbybyers9733]

Please always have at least two jeeps in the group when leaving the road if you have problems or need help you will have it by yourself you’re on your own

[@KCars]

True, thanks! Always better to be safe than sorry

[@everlast7771]

Great place where u are , not far from my backyard ..👍

[@KCars]

A lot of fun, thanks for watching!

[@drmoto8058]

did you air down the tires? that'll help so much on ice

[@KCars]

No I didn’t

[@Greybone62]

It would be advice-able at such expeditions to bring a bag or two of sand, and a shuffle. Just in case..

[@KCars]

That would’ve been a good idea, I wasn’t too worried though since it was under a foot of snow

[@aired-downdisconnected4125]

Air those down to 16 and it's a whole new world. Like floating on marshmallows ☁️

[@EigerSummitOffroad]

Careful in the snow with those M/T's. Not only are they killing your performance but can be dangerous as well.

[@KCars]

How so?

[@EigerSummitOffroad]

@@KCars Snow tires or snow rated A/T tires are designed to hold snow in the tread grooves and sipes (snow on snow gives maximum traction). The siping is what gives you traction. You'll notice a dedicated snow tire has massive amounts of siping all across the entire tread block whereas a 3 peak rated a/t ( these tires do well in heavier snow conditions) will have a good amount of siping as well but not what a true snow tire will have. Then you get to the m+s rated a/t's which have siping but not as much as a 3 peak rated a/t (these tires are good in lighter snow conditions). M/T's on the other hand are designed to eject all material and debris from the tread block to be able to clean itself and dig in for maximum traction in mud. Which is completely contradictory to what is required for maximum traction in snow. M/T's have virtually no siping as well in the tread blocks (again, with a M/T you want all debris removed from the tire and not held onto which makes them bad all around for snow conditions). You'd most definitely see improved performance by airing down your M/T's float on top of the snow but would absolutely need to be aired back up before taking it back on any road surface as the tire would maker any road travel extremely hazardous at lower than rated psi. Sorry for the length of this explanation but it's necessary to adequately respond. Hope this helps !

[@KCars]

I always thought it was the opposite. That if snow gets trapped in the tread it would basically make the tire bald and not have any traction. You learn something new everyday

[@Aqwanermuk]

@@KCars Another major factor is the rubber compound. Tires are engineered with a specific temperature range. That's why you see race cars zig zagging on warm up laps before the start flag drops- they have to get proper heat into the tires so they'll grip. Michigan gets some intense winter conditions, and nobody ever mentioned winter tires to me until I lived in Alaska. Now I absolutely refuse to drive without them in winter. It feels stupid, foolish and irresponsible without them... kinda like not wearing a seatbelt. But with the amount of snow you get, I wouldn't buy them.

[@KCars]

💯

[@michaelhendricks8835]

Love the videos. Quick side question . . . . . can you share what splash guards (mud flaps) you have? Maybe reply with a link? Those are the look I am going for to put on my 99 XJ. Thanks!

[@KCars]

I believe these are the stock mud flaps that came with it, I did not put those on. Thanks for watching!

[@michaelhendricks8835]

@@KCars Ah bummer! These are impossible to find. Thanks anyway.

[@KCars]

No problem

[@khndenmark]

Nice video, what kind of exhaust do you have on your car, sounds good.

[@KCars]

I believe it’s an AFE power catback, I got it with that exhaust on it

[@projectbumblejeep4190]

So lockers next?

[@KCars]

That would be nice

[@projectbumblejeep4190]

@@KCars THey're on my list for the Bumble Jeep...

[@KCars]

That will definitely be useful

[@jennypenny3662]

What did you pay for the lift installed? And the cost for the wheels and tires? I have a white pristine stock ‘01.

[@KCars]

I go over all the prices in my review video if you wanna check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ3bl5Wbjsp_asU

[@jennypenny3662]

@@KCars Thanks, I will. Just found you channel. Love the color of your XJ. Was that a factory color?

[@KCars]

Thanks! Yes, it’s called patriot blue

[@Deadbuck73]

Yeah that color is sweet!

[@codyclayborn6937]

If your going downhill down shift to 1st-2nd instead of using/relying on your breaks.

[@KCars]

I used to think that this was a good idea until I did this and my tires completely locked up because it was so slippery and I had no control over it and almost wrecked. That’s why I rely on only the brakes when in slippery conditions because if I start to lose traction I can let off the brakes and regain traction and correct it instead of continuing to slide.

[@kaan2528]

Please let me now where can I get that radio antenna ,mine is totally collapsed

[@KCars]

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[@kaan2528]

@@KCars thanks

[@KCars]

@kaan2528 you’re welcome

[@josegarrob3182]

Aaayyyyyyuuuyyy

[@KCars]

💯

[@alexmagers6595]

Did you put those fog lights in or did it come stock?

[@KCars]

Those came stock

[@2needey1]

Easiest torture test ever, oh god it’s raining outside. 2 feet of snow is where it gets good.

[@KCars]

Would’ve been so much fun to see how that thing did in 2 feet, thanks for watching!

[@2needey1]

@@KCars TFL lives in Boulder CO. They beat the crap out of 4wds, me too Switzerland trail, luckily you have a mountain goat, get a warn wench and a 3.5 lift and bam!!

[@zanderkurpaska4187]

It’s not sliding. It’s spinning

[@KCars]

👍

[@clericspire3440]

How did you get so many subs? Just over time I guess.

[@KCars]

Ya just being consistent I think

[@krebgurfson5732]

it wouldn't be dangerous if you had proper winter tires

[@KCars]

Mud tires worked great even only in 2WD most of the time