89 xj 4.0 engine rebuild kit?

JDurando · 01-10-2003, 12:30 AM

A friend of mine has an 89 xj with a 4.0 170,000 mi. on it and he is looking for a rebuild kit for it. It is the non-HO he is not looking to spend the money for a stroker. And will have no problem doing the work if you guys know of any good kits out there or websites that I can find one on it would help a lot.

poor mans MACHINE · 01-10-2003, 12:35 AM

I wouldn't worry about a kit if you're just looking to put new parts in a worn block and new bearings on an old crank.

JDurando · 01-10-2003, 01:06 AM

I am looking for a kit. that includes the main bearings gaskets and rings. the block is in good condition but the rear main is leaking so wile its apart we want to rebuild it.

hpi_jeep · 01-10-2003, 01:09 AM

i know the stealership sells them, there terribly expensive from there (what isnt?). i know there are other places for a 1/3 of the price, you'll just have to look. do a search somewere like www.google.com or goto car parts magazines websites ex. summit racing

Jerod2099 · 01-10-2003, 04:01 AM

Can't your local parts store get this kit for you? I know our parts stores can usually get most kits I am sure the 4.0 rebuild kit is no exception.

Montana Mark · 01-11-2003, 02:46 AM

I usally buy my engine kits from Northern Auto Parts. They beat all my local parts stores on prices and offer good service.
http://www.northernautoparts.com

They list a AMC 242 4.0 87-90 - Rering kit for $115.72
http://www.northernautoparts.com/Pro...uctModelId=406

Hope this helps.

01-10-2003, 12:30 AM	#1
JDurando Registered Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 48 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	89 xj 4.0 engine rebuild kit? A friend of mine has an 89 xj with a 4.0 170,000 mi. on it and he is looking for a rebuild kit for it. It is the non-HO he is not looking to spend the money for a stroker. And will have no problem doing the work if you guys know of any good kits out there or websites that I can find one on it would help a lot. __________________ Jdurando Now: 93 XJ RE 6130 4.5", 33x10.5 M/T's on AR 767, Optima Yellow top, K&N, AA SYE & TW CV Driveshaft Planning: Bushwacker Flares, 4.56 gears, Rock Rails and More click to enlarge

01-10-2003, 12:35 AM	#2
poor mans MACHINE Registered Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Carol Stream Ill Posts: 2,029 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I wouldn't worry about a kit if you're just looking to put new parts in a worn block and new bearings on an old crank. __________________ moderator of NAMDRA Forum Food for thought. You never have either the time or money to fix it right, but you always find the time and money to fix it over and over. Users assume all risks of advice givenby me. Remember,the fire extinguisher is your friend. NAMDRA Officer / member # 2923

01-10-2003, 01:06 AM	#3
JDurando Registered Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 48 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I am looking for a kit. that includes the main bearings gaskets and rings. the block is in good condition but the rear main is leaking so wile its apart we want to rebuild it. __________________ Jdurando Now: 93 XJ RE 6130 4.5", 33x10.5 M/T's on AR 767, Optima Yellow top, K&N, AA SYE & TW CV Driveshaft Planning: Bushwacker Flares, 4.56 gears, Rock Rails and More click to enlarge

01-10-2003, 01:09 AM	#4
hpi_jeep Registered Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Mo, Eldon Posts: 2,301 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	i know the stealership sells them, there terribly expensive from there (what isnt?). i know there are other places for a 1/3 of the price, you'll just have to look. do a search somewere like www.google.com or goto car parts magazines websites ex. summit racing __________________ jeep xj3500 In memory of Nicholas Evers. \|?\|\|\|\|\|\|\|?\|

01-10-2003, 04:01 AM	#5
Jerod2099 Registered Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Arkansas Posts: 2,128 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Can't your local parts store get this kit for you? I know our parts stores can usually get most kits I am sure the 4.0 rebuild kit is no exception. __________________ Toy: SOLD....looking for a cheap new body xj in good shape. (not dented to hell and not abused)

01-11-2003, 02:46 AM	#6
Montana Mark Registered Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Great Falls, MT, USA Posts: 68 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I usally buy my engine kits from Northern Auto Parts. They beat all my local parts stores on prices and offer good service. http://www.northernautoparts.com They list a AMC 242 4.0 87-90 - Rering kit for $115.72 http://www.northernautoparts.com/Pro...uctModelId=406 Hope this helps. __________________ Montana Mark 1988 Cherokee Limited (Now parts donor) 1988 Cherokee Pioneer (Received motor from above)

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