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    Navigating Troubles with My 2003 Jeep TJ Sport - Seeking Advice on Engine Options

    Hey everyone, I've been on a rollercoaster journey with my 2003 Jeep TJ Sport over the past three years and am now at a crossroads, looking for some wisdom from this knowledgeable community. Current Configuration: 2003 Jeep with a 4.0 engine, 42RLE transmission connected to an Atlas 4.3:1...
  2. R

    Ls swap guys Gen 4 camaro oil pan

    So I'm swapping my 2.5l turtle out for a 5.3l ls gen3 lm7... was at a parts swap over weekend and picked up a gen 4 2010 oil pan has windage tray but no pickup tube.. my question was if anyone here is running this oil pan have you had oil pressure issues on hill climbs/declines/off camber ...
  3. thebestskibum

    LS Swap with Savvy Mid-Arm

    I need advice on which drivers side manifold/ header to run. I’m doing an L92 swap and I have a savvy mid arm suspension. If I didn’t have the mid arm kit it would be easy but my biggest hurdle is getting the exhaust from the drivers side ran. Everything I’ve tried hits the upper control arm…...
  4. jwitt1991

    New guy from TX

    Hey all, been on here without a profile for quite some time. Finally decided to join so I can post stuff.. on my second TJ. First one was a 2002 Wrangler X Apex Edition with the 4.0 and 5spd. Had it for a few weeks before it was totalled.. then I got married and was told I'd never have a Jeep...
  5. XCRN

    SOLD Jeep NV3550 to LS Swap Setup

    I have for sale a Jeep NV3550 manual 5-speed transmission adapted to a LS. This is currently in my running and driving LS swapped Jeep TJ Wrangler and have driven it all summer with no issues. Only selling since I am going a different route. This will include the following: Transmission...
  6. Munchie

    What Manual Transmission for an LS Swap?

    I’m looking to swap a 5.3 Vortec V8 into my 98 Jeep Tj before I get out of high school. I almost have the funds but I just cant seem to find a good manual transmission option!! I thought about the SM465 but I need something good for highway speeds and I considered the TR5 but i need something...
  7. Motorstroker

    SOLD Chevy 5.3

    I have a chevy 5.3 out of a 2005 suburban with 170k on it. It runs good just resealed all but front main and rear main. Local pickup only. Has harness ecm and throttle $1000
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    Sarah the Sahara—More expensive than a divorce—LR4—NV3550 Conversion

    Oh, look, another LS conversion in a TJ. :rolleyes: Yes, this thread is about another conversion, but I hope to alleviate and answer alot of confusion and offer some answers or advice. The goal with "Sarah" is to have a capable DD that can be very capable on the weekend. This project has...
  9. Sea Cot

    SOLD Aftermarket and OEM parts bonanza

    This will be a running thread for my Jeep TJ parts inventory purge. Parts will be added as I sort items in to keep or sell piles. I'll post pics upon request or as I have time. I'm able to ship via FedEx from a business account/address or USPS. Home is near DTW airport. Work is near...
  10. SgtMik

    Budget lift with LS swap

    Question for all. To start with I am new to this at 50 and am looking for meaningful input. I recently bought a 98 TJ with a 4 cyl 5 speed. It is a riot but as most of you know gutless. This winter I am going to tear it down and do some mods and am now stocking the parts to do them. It is...
  11. kmas0n

    Trail_Krawler & Trail_Willys

    I purchased "Gru" used in 2005 with only 20k miles and in pristine condition. A bone stock TJ sport, with manual transmission, hard/soft tops, and an aftermarket stereo. Over the past 14 years, we have been through a lot together. We learned maintenance, how to perform electrical mods, like...