Adding anti-lock brakes

[w0g0w4r]

I finally get a hold of my 88 mj today (maybe tomorrow). I've seen kits to add anti lock breaks but my father in-law says it can't be done because its to old. Any thoughts and or segestion.

 

[bob91yj]

Never heard of such a thing, I would think that it would be overly complicated as well.

 

[reece146]

You could adapt ABS from a newer XJ Cherokee but the ChryCo systems of that vintage suck so I wouldn't bother.

An aftermarket race system is going to be quite expensive.

You could try adapting junk yard parts but it is a lot of hassle for debatable gains. The biggie in my mind would be getting the MC rod to pedal interface correct from some random, applicable MC while not having a welded or poorly bolted connection interfacing the parts.

Search NAXJA. One of the members swapped in a Dana 44 while retaining ABS. If you know what you are doing that will be enough data to get you started.

 

[406to417]

Why would you want to? The first generation Rubicons and Dodges with the power wagon packages didnt come with ABS because it's usually not wanted in off highway situation. I find it annoying on my JK.

 

[wADVr]

The only way I would even consider this in a MJ was if I were to do a complete 97-01 swap (dash, wiring, ECU and front clip/ doors). Otherwise in general I am not a fan of the jeep ABS systems. Had a 96xj with it and it was more of a hindrance than safety/ benefit.

 

[stomperxj]

I pulled the relays for my ABS on my 98 XJ. I wouldn't call it horrible but its not much better than horrible. I still need to pull all the plumbing out of the engine compartment.

 

[richmondbob]

My '95 YJ came with ABS and when I swapped in an rear XJ D44 i had the tone rings removed from my D30's shafts and pressed onto the D44's. I also had the sensors swapped over. My point is it can be done and i have no issues on or offroad. Anyone who says ABS sucks let them have their opinion - just remember even the newest Jeeps run ABS. Find the parts and swap them in at a good shop (tone rings, sensors, ABS pump, ABS computer, etc).

 

[reece146]

I didn't say ABS sucks. I said ChryCo ABS of that vintage sucks. Try trail braking hard into a corner while hitting rough parts of the track and you'll understand what I mean.