Vehicle Specs
Year: 1992
Make/Model: Jeep Cherokee
Engine: I-6, 4.0L
Transmission: 4-speed auto
Front Diff: Model 30
Rear Diff: Dana 35C
Transfer Case: NP231
Front Suspension: 6-inch-lift coil springs
Rear Suspension: 6-inch-lift leaf springs and 13/4-inch blocks
Tires: 33x12.50-15 Yokohama Super Diggers
Wheels: 15x10 Center Lines
Funky Fender Flares
The wide Yokohamas are great for traction and stability but their addition created a problem: They required wheels with very little backspacing because of interference with the track bars. As a result, the tires stuck out from the fenders. Exposed tires tend to attract the attention of the highway patrol and cause unsightly paint chips, but these problems can be avoided with fender flares. Kyle found that most aftermarket fender flare companies don't produce flares specifically for Cherokees. If you look closely at these flares, you may realize you've seen them before--on the back of Jeep Wranglers. Kyle discovered that the Wrangler rear flares fit around both the front and rear wheelwells without any modifications to the flares. The only thing necessary was a few small holes drilled for the mounting screws. The flares just barely cover the outside sidewalls, but they look like they were made to fit the Cherokee.
 A Sony tape deck handles the...  A Sony tape deck handles the tunes and a removable CB keeps him in touch with trail chatter. Because this Cherokee works double duty as a trail rig and a daily driver, a cellular phone stands ready to handle important business deals. Notice the clean installation of the Air Locker switches next to the air-conditioning controls. |
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