New 100 owner, long time 80 owner

[Canteen]

Hi All,

Just an introduction... John here;

I just acquired a 2000 UZJ Cruiser after being the owner of two 97 FZJs, the last one taken from me in an unfortunate accident and subsequent insurance battle.

I shopped well and ended up with a black 2000 with 78k miles. Very clean and quiet (weirdly quiet) after my 80s, but I'm not sorry I have it!

Quick question... what makes this engine (4.7 V8) perform its best, aside from the recommended high-test?

Thanks!

Looking forward to future discussions.

John
2000 UZJ 79K miles (yes, 79k!)

 

[Anthony.L]

Congrats and welcome to the group, a 2000 with 78k is a very nice find. Now get that thing in the woods and put some scratches on it!

Quick question... what makes this engine (4.7 V8) perform its best, aside from the recommended high-test?

I put 87 in mine because I'm cheap and gas is expensive.

 

[SmoothLC]

Pics??

 

[KlausVanWinkle]

No idea. I use 87, k&n filter, 0w30 m1 without issue.

Welcome to the club.

Why'd you decide to switch to the 100? I always find myself wondering if I should by a built 80, sell the 100 and pocket the difference.

 

[smm3]

Congrats on the purchase. Great find with low miles. I run mid grade through mine and have for the past 35K miles. I don't keep up with the mileage because i know it's bad!

 

[re_guderian]

Compared to the 80, the 4.7 performs quite well as it is. Some folks are putting headers on (search for DT header threads - Doug Thorley?). And built 80's seem to be about the same price as older stock 100's.

 

[Layonnn]

No idea. I use 87, k&n filter, 0w30 m1 without issue.

Welcome to the club.

Why'd you decide to switch to the 100? I always find myself wondering if I should by a built 80, sell the 100 and pocket the difference.

Unless you find yourself going offroading every weekend and never ever needing to tow something, trust me, don't.