ok, tell me this is a dumb idea, or show me how to make it

[4.whoa]

Can't you swap in a 46re IIRC it's just a stronger version.

[SilverXJ]

All XJ 4.0L autos are AW4s. I think one of the 4 cylinders or V6 had some other transmission, but the 4.0L always had the AW4. The ZJs also had a AW4, but that was only early 93 models. I had one and the transmission was about the only thing that worked correctly.

As far as the 44A is concerned... well, I wouldn't touch a 44A to begin with )its the A part), but it will have no issue with a AW4.

[4.whoa]

I read an article in MOPAR ACTION a while back, they have a project dakota. They swapped a 42re for a 46re.

4= # of fwd gears
2 or 6 = tq rating- don't remember what they mean.
R = rear output or drive
E = elec shift or control

I'm not sure if they bolt up to the same transfer cases or not (output shafts) but otherwise should be no sweat.

[kowboydmac]

I read an article in MOPAR ACTION a while back, they have a project dakota. They swapped a 42re for a 46re.

4= # of fwd gears
2 or 6 = tq rating- don't remember what they mean.
R = rear output or drive
E = elec shift or control

I'm not sure if they bolt up to the same transfer cases or not (output shafts) but otherwise should be no sweat.

Hmm sounds feasible... what would a 46re come out of? Ram?

[kowboydmac]

All XJ 4.0L autos are AW4s. I think one of the 4 cylinders or V6 had some other transmission, but the 4.0L always had the AW4. The ZJs also had a AW4, but that was only early 93 models. I had one and the transmission was about the only thing that worked correctly.

As far as the 44A is concerned... well, I wouldn't touch a 44A to begin with )its the A part), but it will have no issue with a AW4.

Yeah I've already went through a process of which axle to go with, there's a company called Mountain Valley Custom that makes a truss for the 44A as well as a new cover from BlueTorch Fab, that pretty much cures the weak link there. And the Spartan locker has some pretty good reviews.

[kowboydmac]

Wikipedia has a pretty good list of Auto trannies

"42RH

A renamed medium-duty A500. A998 with overdrive and hydraulic control.
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44RE

A renamed heavy-duty A500. A999 with overdrive and electrical control.
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46RH

A renamed A518. A727 with overdrive and hydraulic control.

Applications:
1994-1995 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 V8
1995 (Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.2)
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46RE

A renamed second-generation A518. A727 with overdrive and electrical control.

Applications:
1996 Dodge Dakota V8
1996-2002 Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500 V8
1998-2000 Dodge Durango 5.9L V8 (4WD or 2WD)
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9L V8 (4WD or 2WD)
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47RH

A renamed A618 and hydraulic control.

Applications:
1994-1995 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Diesel/V10
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47RE

A renamed second-generation A618. A heavy-duty A727 with overdrive and electrical control.

Applications:
1996-2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Diesel/V10
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48RE

The 48RE is an electronically-governed, four-speed heavy-duty overdrive automatic transmission, stronger than its predecessor, the 47-series.

Gear ratios:1 2 3 4 R
2.45 1.45 1.00 0.69 2.21


Applications:
2003-2004 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 ISB Diesel
2003-2004 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 HO ISB Diesel
2004-2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 600/610 Diesel
2004-2006 Dodge Ram SRT-10"

I'm slightly hesitant to use a chrysler transmission though because I've heard and gone through quite a few problems with them, but I know once they've been rebuilt and from what i hear, installing a shift kit, they run very well. Just looking for my cheapest most reliable option.

[comanchemty]

Back to your original post. I was wondering why you want to remote mount your turbo. The plumbing is much easier if it stays close to the motor.

[kowboydmac]

Back to your original post. I was wondering why you want to remote mount your turbo. The plumbing is much easier if it stays close to the motor.

Well that was before I saw the boostwerks manifold; Till then I just figured that was the easiest way minus running the oil lines. I've never turbo'ed anything before. I have a ton to learn! lol

I just got a book from Jay K Miller to reference. Pretty informative for a newbie like me.

I noticed most new people don't think about the drivetrain when adding boost... guess I'm ahead of the game in that regard lol.