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Jeep Parts > Jeep Wrangler > Jeep Wrangler TJ
Jeep Wrangler TJ Reviews
The Jeep Wrangler TJ began production in 1997 and is easily recognized by its round headlights, full-length rear bumper, coil springs, and driver's side gas fill.
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Jeep Wrangler TJ
Avg. Owner Review: (9.7 Stars):
Number of Reviews: 9
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1998 TJ Sahara |
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Date: Feb 22, 2008
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (Boise, ID) |
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Vehicle: 1998 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
1998 Jeep Sahara. Absolutely the best vehicle I have ever ever owned. The fun factor is through the roof, on and off road. 4'' lift BDS, 33'' BF Goodrich Mud Terrains, JKS Quick Disconnects, Warn Front Bumper, Garvin Swing Away tire carrier, BDS Rocker Guards, Bushwacker Fender Flares, ARB Lockers front and rear with switches in the cab just like the rubicons, New Forest Green metal flake paint job, Edge trail jammer kit: larger throttle body, K&N Cold Air, Computer chip, anything and everything is going on this Jeep soon to come Warn powerplant winch! Or maybe an AEV Brute Kit. Listen, this Jeep, all Jeeps are amazing, I still stare at the bone stock ones. Tons of after-market stuff, little to no maintenance, keeps running under any conditions, tough, durable, long lasting, easy to work on, fun to drive, convertible, able to be a daily drive or rock crawling beast. Anything and everythis is possible with a Jeep.
Strengths:
Off-road capability, low cost mainenance, easy to work on, tons of aftermarket toys, looks, I-6 is an amazing and versatile engine! I love my Jeep, it makes my day being able to drive this thing. And probably one of the biggest strenghts is just the Jeep culture, the people you meet, the groups you join, the places you go, it's all part of enjoying life.
Weaknesses:
Bad gas mileage obviously, but I'm willing to pay it, besides I go more places than the 10' in the air f-250 sitting next to me at the light! Jeeps even bone stock will go most everywhere you want. Dana 35 is a weakness, but not a huge one, just regear and don't drive up against a wall and floor it. Transmission will become harder to shift over-time just a problem ya' gotta deal with. Lack of cargo space makes it not a grocery getter (unless you get an Unlimited or JK) can be under-powered with bigger tires usually alleviated by re-gearing or the various engine swap choices. And probably the biggest weakness is not only mpg but gas range, highly recommended taking gerry cans with you, if you go hunting, fishing or just general weekend trai riding.
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98 Wrangler still going strong |
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Date: Oct 17, 2007
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (Greenville, SC) |
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Vehicle: 1998 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
I bought my Wrangler new in 98. 4.0 is the best jeep engine made in my opinion. I had well over 170,000 on mine before updating the motor last winter. People still think it is only a few years old. I just put some 2006 Rubicon wheels on it and now it really looks great. Only have soft top and keep it down with doors off from April to July every year (in South Carolina). If it looks like rain I leave it in the garage and drive the Benz. It spends a week in the sand on the beach on the Outer Banks every summer. It spent much of its earlier years cruising up and down the interstate pulling a trailer so the driveline has some wear. I would buy another one in a second, and will, if this one ever dies.
Strengths:
Convertible, fun to drive, dependable and people love it.
Weaknesses:
No weaknesses. Here are my repairs over the years. The seal between the transfer case and the transmission started to leak and been replaced 3 times (about every 3 years). A carrier bearing in the rear end went bad at 140,000 and was replaced. The engine started to bearing knock slightly on cold mornings last winter so I had the engine replaced with a remanufactured one. I got a really good deal and decided not to wait. Other than those, I have had NO other problems.
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'04 TJ |
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Date: Apr 19, 2007
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) |
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Vehicle: 2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
The coolest vehicle by far!! Easy to remove top and doors, gives the ability of driving a different vehicle every week. Ease of driving thru clogged city streets, and fun in the sun. Perfect vehicle for the "beach living".
Strengths:
It's a Jeep!! Go every where I-6 motor is excellent with plenty of tourque.
Weaknesses:
Horrible gas miliage.
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Jeep Rider |
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Date: Dec 26, 2006
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (New Jersey) |
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Vehicle: 2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
The Jeep Wrangle is a favorite out a few cars I've
owned. Very fun to drive local and off road.
I have added many extras to it; off road lights/light bar, front bumper hoop, safari doors,
and other stuff.
Strengths:
The 4.0 power tech I-6 is powerful getting thru
ruff weather conditions. The ability to remove
the roof/doors makes driving real cool.
The overdrive makes driving hills awesome.
Weaknesses:
Cargo space is limited, but not a problem for me.
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best rig ever |
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Date: Aug 28, 2006
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (Washington) |
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Vehicle: 2000 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
I have a 2.5 liter and even stock Wranger is the best off road rig in from factory that I have ever seen. I raced mine in our local mud bogs (drag race in thick mud)two years in a row and I took 2nd place last year and 5th this year(5th because of broken parts).
Strengths:
Its low range is incredible (in 2000 2.5 liter) I have only ever found one hill I could not climb because I could not get traction on the hill.
Weaknesses:
The Dana 35 axle's ring and pinion gears are way to soft I know 3 wrangler owners and they had to change out the ring and pinion gears. Also make sure that the mud is cleaned VERY well form the front CV joint drive line or just replace it with a driveline without a CV joint.
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Jeep Wrangler Sport |
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Date: Aug 17, 2006
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (Corvallis, OR) |
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Vehicle: 1999 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
I bought my Jeep in 2002, with little knowledge about cars, trucks, 4wheeling, or anything having to do with vehicles for that matter. I got lucky, I bought my Jeep with the factory option Dana 44 rear end. At the time I had no idea what that ment but now i am glad that I did, since i have lifted it beat the hell out of it and asked for more.
Strengths:
Dana 44 Rear Axle, 4" Suspension Lift, Swaybar disconnects, 33" 12.5" R15" BFG Mud Terrains, Bedlined interior.
Weaknesses:
Dana 30 Front Axle, Driveline Angles, Storage or lack there of.
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'00 TJ Sport |
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Date: Jun 12, 2006
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (Hill AFB, UT) |
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Vehicle: 2000 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
The Jeep TJ is a very good package right out of the box. It rides well (compared to a YJ), does really well offroad (this past easter at EJS, we had a stock TJ run hells revenge with no problem), and has good creature comforts like A/C, cruise, and intermittent wipers.
Strengths:
Very good 4wd, easy to drive, convenient removal of top and doors, good strong 4.0L Inline 6, even small mods make an immense difference.
Weaknesses:
Dana 35. If you are buying a TJ, look a little harder and find one with a Dana 44 rear.
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its a jeep thing |
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Date: Mar 06, 2006
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (Richwood, TX) |
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Vehicle: 2002 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
i have a black 4.0L 02 wrangler sport with a 4 inch procomp lift and 33/13.50/15 super swamper ltbs.
Strengths:
my jeeps strengths are 4 wheel drive, superswampers, lift, 4.0L, and ground clearence. i can go were most cant and can remove my top and doores. it also gets alot of looks
Weaknesses:
most people say lack of space but its a jeep its for fun not fot comfort
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Love my Jeep Wrangler |
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Date: Feb 04, 2006
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Reviewer: A JeepReviews.com User from (Boston, MA) |
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Vehicle: 1998 Jeep Wrangler TJ |
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Summary:
I have a 1998 Jeep Wrangler TJ Sport. I bought it new in 98 and now have about 100,000 miles on it. Over the last 8 years, my Jeep has been quite reliable and has only needed relatively minor repairs such as: tune-up, tires, brakes, battery, starter. The engine is still very solid at 100K miles. I hope to have my Jeep for many years to come.
Strengths:
Great offroad, removable top and doors are nice in summer, great in snow, very easy to parallel park in the city, good heat and A/C, fun to drive. There are many Jeep clubs around if you want to go offroading w/ other Jeep owners.
Weaknesses:
In my opinion, the biggest weakness of the Jeep Wrangler is its small cargo capacity (my only reason for not giving 10 stars). If you go snowboarding, camping, etc. all of your gear will go in the backseat (unless you get a rack). The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited can help you solve this issue if you're buying a new vehicle (it has more cargo space). Gas mileage is also poor on the Wrangler, but that's par for the course w/ most 4x4's.
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