NOMADIC_LJ
Explorer
its not a direct swap. There is fabrication involved
Is there a 1995 Safari Edition YJ ?
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its not a direct swap. There is fabrication involved
lol....that was my point of a 2.5 vs a 4.0, but if you are going in with the mind set of swapping motors then sure a deal can definitely be had on a 4 bangin Jeep. Though its funny how the thread went from is there a particular trim to TJ vs YJ...:hehe:....and I own neither now!
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Capt Eddie
Adventurer
Thank you all for the input on this Jeep. I was worried about the 4 cylinder having enough power. I will hold out for something with alittle more power.
jeffy
Observer
It really depends on what you're looking for. If you want something that's going to spend a lot of time on the highways then a 4.0L would probably be a smarter move. But if you're just going to stick to back roads and or around town then the 2.5L will be fine. Especially, when properly geared. Gearing is more important when you're dealing with the narrower power band.
BTW: the Safari was probably a regional Dealer 'package'. They seem to do that a lot for some reason. Making up models with stickers and such.
Capt Eddie
Adventurer
Another jeep site states that a 1995 YJ2.5L with a manual trans, hes 4:10 gears. I plan to tow the Jeep and just use it for exploring. 31 inch tires will be big enough. i will add a winch. On other mods I can think of. He wanted $3000 for the Jeep with 120K. Any other thoughts on this Jeep?
Drive it and see what you think. The 2.5's are a little slow on the highway but the same as any other 4 cyl car. I had an 89 YJ that I drove regularly on the highway, it was fine. The 4.0L is alot better on road than the 2.5L but off road its about the same, you do end up using 4LO more often with the 2.5L but so what. I had 30x9.5 tires on mine, worked great, rode a little rough but its a damn Jeep. I do love my TJ though, it did ride so much nicer when it was stock.
This pic was taken back in 1996...
This pic was taken back in 1996...
Thunderbear
New member
The only Jeep Safari that comes to mind is this one:
And to address the blanket TJ > YJ statement. The only stock for stock advantages the TJ has over the YJ is the suspension flex and a few interior updates. That's it. Otherwise, both are perfectly acceptable platforms for making whatever sort of expedition vehicle you want. It pretty much comes down to coils versus leaves. Both can be made to flex admirably. Leaves make the YJ a little more difficult to lift, thanks to some moron engineers' decision to make them spring-under. But again, a stupidly large aftermarket makes this essentially moot. CJ, YJ, or TJ, and to some extent the JK, have the largest aftermarket following of any 4x4 make and model, and any of them can be built in any number of directions you choose.
I have experience with all three, and the best advice I can give is to make sure you know exactly what you're getting.
I rewired this CJ with a Painless kit. Which is was .. less than fun, if not especially painless.
Repainted, recarpeted, and unfacked the wiring in this YJ.
Before paint
After paint
And finally decided the TJ was the best for me. Got everything I wanted except a 5-speed.
And to address the blanket TJ > YJ statement. The only stock for stock advantages the TJ has over the YJ is the suspension flex and a few interior updates. That's it. Otherwise, both are perfectly acceptable platforms for making whatever sort of expedition vehicle you want. It pretty much comes down to coils versus leaves. Both can be made to flex admirably. Leaves make the YJ a little more difficult to lift, thanks to some moron engineers' decision to make them spring-under. But again, a stupidly large aftermarket makes this essentially moot. CJ, YJ, or TJ, and to some extent the JK, have the largest aftermarket following of any 4x4 make and model, and any of them can be built in any number of directions you choose.
I have experience with all three, and the best advice I can give is to make sure you know exactly what you're getting.
I rewired this CJ with a Painless kit. Which is was .. less than fun, if not especially painless.
Repainted, recarpeted, and unfacked the wiring in this YJ.
Before paint
After paint
And finally decided the TJ was the best for me. Got everything I wanted except a 5-speed.
Capt Eddie
Adventurer
How well do the shackle reverse kits work? I would like to improve the drive if I can.
Piet
Adventurer
not really.. you need to deal with the Rad supports and a little inner fender trimming.
Quite good. I am running 37's on the highway. no real issue
Capt Eddie
Adventurer
Piet: I love what you did to the wrangler. What color will it end up?
Capt Eddie
Adventurer
I can forget about the Safari Edition. It sold for $4200. I think I found a 1993 Sahara,I6 5 speed. with 52000. I will turn it into a Recon Vehicle for the F450 Camper. Thanks for all the help. Now time can be spent outfitting the new Jeep.
Thunderbear
New member
If you make the hood match in tan and have someone redo the Golden Chicken in black, you will be my hero. :bike_rider: