Any pre89 86 and earlier cjs will need an adapter or t. This swap is on the rare side, so we decided a video covering the basics was in order. This adapter bellhousing assembly is used to adapt the gm 4. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for jeep cherokee when you shop the largest online selection at. Just want to get some info if any of you know if the nv3550 bell housing bolt pattern the same as the 42rle if is a direct bolt on to the engine or if i need an adapter. Here is a shot of it reinstalled and the linkage moved back 1. The jeep grand cherokee has been around for 26 model years, and of the many millions built, only a few hundred came with manual transmissions.
The jeep cherokee ax15 transmission the aisinwarner ax15 transmission has been in commission since 1988, first introduced as part of the jeep cherokee xj model. The weak transmissions of the 80s here are some links regarding the t18 swap. Ax15 swap into a 98 cherokee does anyone know what year and model jeeps i can take an ax15 transmission out of and put into my 98 jeep cherokee with the 4. Jeep cherokee xj ax15 transmission replacement gear. There are articles about various transmission swaps using both automatic and manual transmissions. This level of choice could be problematic and tiring if youre on a. Since i would be removing the flywheel the sensor had to be moved to another location. Complete manual transmissions for jeep cherokee ebay. The aw4 is a good candidate for an automatic swap for several reasons. Reference documents service manuals, accessories books, etc. Whether youre climbing a mountain or commuting to work, be alert for signs of transmission problems. Can anyone tell me if you can swap a auto trans, and go to a manual. Jeep transmissions factory, swaps, conversions, identification.
One example would be advance adapters chevy v8 to jeep ax5 bellhousing adapter kit part aa712565v. It was manufactured by aisinwarner, a member of the toyota group, in partnership with borgwarner. The ax5 fivespeed manual transmission was standard with the 2. My ax 5 to ax 15 swap this is some highlights of my jeep yj ax 5 to ax 15 transmission swap. Jeep mounted this sensor in the bellhousing and gets its signal from the flywheel. Conversion kits best jeep hemi engine swap shop jeep. Stock transmissions used in jeeps from 1941 until present are covered in detail. It came from the factory with an automatic trans and distributorless electronic ignition. Jeep cj engine swap v8 requirements in4x4mation center. This kit is designed to fit the gm block with a 168 tooth flywheel and the gen iiils engines.
Xj cherokee manual to automatic transmission swap jeep. Technology has developed, and reading jeep xj auto to manual swap printable 2019 books might be far more convenient and easier. Unlike some tranny swaps done by others, i did mine because i could, not because i had to. The jeep rolled out of the factory with an aw4 automatic transmission and 3. Info ebook and manual reference aw 4 transmission swap 1 97 02 jeep wrangler conversion kit manual to auto transmission 2 5 ax 15 4 0 wj swap ion fraternal twins 10 best platform sharing models. Behind the sixcylinder in 8999 xj, mj, yj, tj and the 93 zjswap into. The t18 is a heavy duty, granny low, four speed manual transmission. So you can save money right off the bat by forgoing the automatic and sticking with the manual jeep wrangler. Hey, i have a automatic xj and the transmission is going to have to be. Swapping a cj t18 into a cj swapping t18 into your jeep. For other vehicles using this name, see jeep cherokee.
Because it is a reliable, common, and short transmission, it is probably the best automatic transmission to swap in a short jeep such as a flat fender or cj5. Ls conversion with manual transmission ive talked to motech about this and they feel the stock 6speed would be fine with the 5. Xj and commanche owners also have to modify the trans mount that mates to the exhaust flange andor possibly swap in the later crossmember from ax15equipped vehicles. Ls conversion with manual transmission wayalife jeep forum. Any pre89 86 and earlier cjs will need an adapter or tcase swap jeep with the inlinesix, but. Needing to know what all i need to do other than bolt up. Rocknob rawlings official major league baseball shift knob. This swap is on the rare side, so we decided a video covering the. My 1993 jeep cherokee xj 5 speed manual walkaround everything you need to swap an ax15 manual transmission into a jeep zj have you ever wanted to swap in a manual transmission into your jeep grand cherokee zj. The t18 was the best transmission the factory ever put into a jeep and the t4 with its brother the t5 were the worst. The jeep cherokee xj is a compact sport utility vehicle manufactured and marketed across a single generation by jeep in the united states from 1983 to 2001 and globally through 2014. Videos a look back at jeep cherokee television commercials. Another necessary modification during this swap was to move the crank position sensor.
Top 11 transmissions and transfercase swaps happy rowing. The only others that i thought may be feasible were the aw4 found in cherokees xj or a chevy 700r4. If converting from automatic to manual in conjunction with your engine swap, note that the installation of the oem clutch pedal, master cylinder and related components is not difficult as the provisions to do so are already in place. Available in three or fivedoor, five passenger, front engine, rear or fourwheel drive configurations, the xj was manufactured in toledo, ohio, usa. The aisinwarner fourspeed automatic transmission aw4 was codesigned by amc and borg warner then built by aisin in their then new facility for use in then all new cherokee xjs new inline sixcylinder 4. Now im wondering on what kind of trasnmission is compatible with this jeep cherokee. Watch motorweek drive an ultrarare manual jeep grand cherokee. Jeep nu1500 manual transmission p52108292ab ttn0462a0943 cherokee 2. Apr 21, 2020 jeep cherokee with a 1uz fe swap to manual ax15 with 5 2l v8 my aw4 swap into a 72 javelin the how to ls swap a jeep xj cherokee 97 xj 5 sd swap jeep cherokee forumjeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarsjeep cherokee auto to manual transmission swapjeep grand cherokee manual it exists. Changing a jeep cherokeexj from an automatic to a manual transmission should be relatively simple in comparison to conversions for other models where manufactures drastically change the. This transmission was a clear improvement over the ba105 and as such, remained as the standard shift transmission in the sixcylinder wrangler through 1999. Available in three or fivedoor, five passenger, front engine, rear or fourwheel drive.
Plus, you need to be a better driver to use a manual transmission offroad. Since the first willys flatfender rolled off the assembly line in 1941 to the current day wrangler, the thirst for more power under the hood has always been there. Dana 35c without cclips 198419891990 dana 35c with cclips 199019912001. It has been used in various gm cars and trucks over the years. The turbo 400, aka th400, automatic transmission is a stout 3 speed automatic transmission. Any pre89 86 and earlier cjs will need an adapter or tcase swap jeep with the inline. Jeep cjtjyj wrangler ls swap kit make your build sexier. The jeep that i want to put the transmission in is a 1992 jeep cherokee. With five speeds, this transmission has been praised for its performance as a mediumuse standard shift splitcase transmission. Jeep grand cherokee manual transmission swap foto jeep.
Jeep yj wrangler ax15 transmission parts breakdown. The aisinwarner fourspeed automatic transmission aw4 was codesigned by amc and borg warner then built by aisin in their then new facility for use in then all new cherokee xj s new inline sixcylinder 4. The t18 is such a popular swap for jeeps because, in many cases, it can be installed for less money than any other heavy duty granny low transmission. Certainly would not remove the k member because i dont believe a cherokee has one. The aisin warner ax15 transmission is a mediumduty, standard shift, fivespeed transmission introduced in the 1988 midyear yj wrangler and xj mj cherokee comanche jeeps, and found in 19881999 jeep chreokee and wrangler models. I know ill need the np231 to go with it that has the same spline count 23 i believe. Auto to manual transmission swap jeep cherokee forum. A free membership now includes posting and reply privileges. This allows you to swap in your ls into cjtjyj today. Apr 19, 2020 jeep cherokee xj slave cylinder upgrade blue jeep manual jk forum aw 4 transmission swap 1 jeep grand cherokee manual it exists ax 15 4 0 wj swap ionjeep cherokee auto to manual transmission swapjeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarszj manual shift jeep cherokee forumaw 4 transmission swap 1zj manual transmissionhow to ls swap. Jeep v8 bellhousings if you want to keep your factory transmission, you need a bell housing to adapt from the 350 to the transmission. The only option for automatic transmission swaps is a kit from hesco in birmingham.
Jeep cherokee xj fluid capacities and type morris 4x4. Modified xj cherokee tech auto to manual transmission swap hi guys, new guy here. Manual transmissions allow you to fully engage yourself with the driving experience and provide a great level of feedback of the demands placed on the jeep and giving you the option to select the proper gear for the particular situation. Converting an automatic transmission to a standard shift stacey upgrades a 1990 ford mustang with a little help from our friends at american powertrain. Jeep hardcore tech xj trans swap auto to manual racebill 08. Sep 10, 2017 this is what installing a diesel kj nv3550 manual transmission looks like. Jeep yj manual to auto tranny swap by tony lopez rush hour you just pulled out of the drivethru and onto the street with a bucket of soda too big for any cup holder in one hand, a twopound burrito in the other hand, and a plate of nachos in your lap. Xj auto to stick transmission swap naxja forums north.
While modern v8 swaps tend to garner the biggest fanfare and power, they arent necessarily easy on the wallet. Jeep cherokee with a 1uz fe swap to manual ax15 with 5 2l v8 my aw4 swap into a 72 javelin the how to ls swap a jeep xj cherokee 97 xj 5 sd swap jeep cherokee forumjeep grand cherokee manual it exists playswithcarsjeep cherokee auto to manual transmission swapjeep grand cherokee manual it exists. I was having a hard time deciding which auto trans to put in my tj. I doubt if there is any difference with a cherokee transmission mount regardless of manual vs auto, but would need to be checked first. Trying to switch from a manual to a auto in a 96 xj. I got further confused because i accidentally read several articles for ba10 ax15 conversions for different model jeeps for ex xj without realizing it at first so i am just trying to get my facts straight. Xj cherokee manual to automatic transmission swap keep your vehicles running reliably during the covid19 health crisis. I came across this shifter that allows you to manually control the aw4 with or without the tcm. Whatever the case may be, find out which one suits your needs first of all. With five speeds, this transmission has been praised for its performance as. This is what installing a diesel kj nv3550 manual transmission looks like. Xj cherokee manual to automatic transmission swap jeep xj. These sturdy weldin engine mounts allow you to finetune the engine placement according to transmission placement or other needs.
Jeep grand cherokee manual transmission swap posted on january 29, 2020 by faujiz 18 jeep grand cherokee trackhawk 6 2l aw 4 transmission swap 1 paramount performance s automatic vs manual transmission jeep i m the reason why old jeep cherokees. Its only year in the zj grand cherokee was 1993 and only with the sixcylinder. This was required because the manual transmission has a mounting bracket welded to the k member. That said, it is likely the most common manual transmission in jeeps still on the road. The ninespeed automatic transmission in your jeep cherokee makes it a great crossover suv. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for jeep cherokee when. Top 11 transmissions and transfercase swaps jp magazine. Jun 01, 2006 xj and commanche owners also have to modify the trans mount that mates to the exhaust flange andor possibly swap in the later crossmember from ax15equipped vehicles. Well, it finally got to be time to swap out the manual ax15 transmission and install an automatic transmission. The reason for this is the input bearing retainer size and input shaft length are right for 7686 cjs for the ford and jeep version. The jeep transmission pages cover stock jeep transmissions and transmission swaps in jeep vehicles. My ax15 is running strong with no signs of trouble. Automatic vs manual transmission jeep high mileage jeep brand vehicle 5 sd zj guy jeep cherokee forum sel with a manual transmission jeep 4 0l automatic transmission.
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