XJ to TJ 4.0 Block Compatibility
Posted: January 29th, 2024, 3:49 pm
Well...I'm apparently not the sharpest pencil. I bought an engine to build into a stroker before I bought the TJ to put it into. I was tempted by a local sell of a 4.0 block/head/intake - with engine stand and engine hoist - all for $250. So naturally, I leaped before I looked. I tore it down and that went pretty well except for the seller handing me a box of mixed bolts and nuts that they took off when they were pulling this motor to swap in another one. Probably about 50 different unknown pieces of hardware - but I'll save asking for help to identify those after I solve first problem. One thing at a time...right?
Anyway..the block was reported to be out of a 1998 XJ and has casting #53010341. In looking that up, it seems that is accurate and that this block would be compatible with 1997-1999 TJ's. I've read through that info on this site. I just want to make sure my reading comprehension is good and that it is 100% compatibility - and not it'll work if you can fabricate enough. I'm wanting it to be a drop in solution.
In hindsight, should have bought the Jeep first - but was sucked in by a cheap price. Oh well, learning lesson. I'll try to be coachable - and appreciate some guidance to keep me from making a compound error of buying the wrong year TJ to be compatible with this motor.
ps..I've talked to Russ about a stroker kit. Super guy, very helpful. Leaning towards doing the 4.2 mini. I just need to find a 232 crankshaft. If anyone has one or a lead on one that would be appreciated.
Anyway..the block was reported to be out of a 1998 XJ and has casting #53010341. In looking that up, it seems that is accurate and that this block would be compatible with 1997-1999 TJ's. I've read through that info on this site. I just want to make sure my reading comprehension is good and that it is 100% compatibility - and not it'll work if you can fabricate enough. I'm wanting it to be a drop in solution.
In hindsight, should have bought the Jeep first - but was sucked in by a cheap price. Oh well, learning lesson. I'll try to be coachable - and appreciate some guidance to keep me from making a compound error of buying the wrong year TJ to be compatible with this motor.
ps..I've talked to Russ about a stroker kit. Super guy, very helpful. Leaning towards doing the 4.2 mini. I just need to find a 232 crankshaft. If anyone has one or a lead on one that would be appreciated.