nurkvinny Posted March 6, 2010 Report Share Posted March 6, 2010 I've owned a 4.7, 5.9, and a 5.7 Hemi, all in similar trucks, and there honestly isn't much difference until you haul with them. The 5.9 and Hemi and 3 times the engine the 4.7 is when towing. I was always impressed with the 4.7 when running 4.10's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linn1647545492 Posted March 6, 2010 Report Share Posted March 6, 2010 Some please correct me if I am wrong but I believe the 5.9 Durango is only RWD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jelloman4571647545499 Posted March 6, 2010 Report Share Posted March 6, 2010 they are 4x4 too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MackDaddy43 Posted March 6, 2010 Report Share Posted March 6, 2010 Do it greg and then sell me the wrx already called dibs! but i know it wont happen.... he doesn't want my broken ass audi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave1647545494 Posted March 6, 2010 Report Share Posted March 6, 2010 Some please correct me if I am wrong but I believe the 5.9 Durango is only RWD actually the 2wd version is pretty rare most of them are 4x4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinergi Posted March 6, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2010 already called dibs! but i know it wont happen.... he doesn't want my broken ass audi I really only would want an S4 in the german realm right now. I really want a 4wd pickup or awd suv right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericsarge Posted March 6, 2010 Report Share Posted March 6, 2010 my mom has the jc. only has 48k on it, but i drive the ish out of it when i drove it. power was always there, even when towing a 17' boat loaded with shit to canada. its still a powerhouse. ive actually considered buying one myself. only complaint is that she burns tires off like mad. aunt has the durango- had nothing but tran problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinergi Posted March 7, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2010 I am actually leaning towards a 4.7 Overland at the moment. I really like the 5.9 performance, but perfer the 99+ styling. Vinny, when you mentioned the 4.7 with 4.10 gears, were you referring to overall performance or just when towing? I bet it would really move with the 4.10s behind it. I see there are some issues out there with thr 4.7 in general. Any years better than others? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodRed Posted March 8, 2010 Report Share Posted March 8, 2010 but perfer the 99+ styling. I have to agree with you there 100%. I have owned a 93 ZJ and currently own a 01 WJ. Much better. Also if you are considering a Grand, I would check out http://www.nagca.com & for a WJ - http://www.wjjeeps.com. Great resources on information on Grands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted March 8, 2010 Report Share Posted March 8, 2010 I've been told the 4.7's are less than reliable, but have no experience with them myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinergi Posted March 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2010 I have found a couple of Overlands that I am considering right now. We'll see what happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jelloman4571647545499 Posted March 9, 2010 Report Share Posted March 9, 2010 4.7s started in 00 and as long as the normal maintence was preformed they are fine. I have had 3 4.7s and all run fine and have had them from 2 miles, 18 miles, and 30k. They took the place of the 5.2. when it comes to jeeps, durangos I would have no probelm with getting a 4.7 as long as they were taken care of. From 2004 the Hemi came out in the durangos and they were great. In order I would take a jeep from years 1998-2010 --> 4.7, hemi, 5.9, 4.0 Durangos-->5.9 till 2000 then the 4.7 (2003 had all wheel disc brakes and a some small odds and ends) Gen II-hemi, then 4.7 Rams--> CUMMINS, Hemi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboRust Posted March 9, 2010 Report Share Posted March 9, 2010 4.7's have sludge issues, I've personally seen 2 get lifters clogged and throw off rocker arms, and one completely lock up. from what I've read paraffin wax burns off of cheap oil and gathers in the valve covers, and of course can fall into the bottom half of the motor.. if you get a 4.7 make sure its quite while running and immediately switch to full synth oil and they're fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinergi Posted March 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2010 4.7s started in 00 and as long as the normal maintence was preformed they are fine. I have had 3 4.7s and all run fine and have had them from 2 miles, 18 miles, and 30k. They took the place of the 5.2. when it comes to jeeps, durangos I would have no probelm with getting a 4.7 as long as they were taken care of. From 2004 the Hemi came out in the durangos and they were great. In order I would take a jeep from years 1998-2010 --> 4.7, hemi, 5.9, 4.0 Durangos-->5.9 till 2000 then the 4.7 (2003 had all wheel disc brakes and a some small odds and ends) Gen II-hemi, then 4.7 Rams--> CUMMINS, Hemi 4.7's have sludge issues, I've personally seen 2 get lifters clogged and throw off rocker arms, and one completely lock up. from what I've read paraffin wax burns off of cheap oil and gathers in the valve covers, and of course can fall into the bottom half of the motor.. if you get a 4.7 make sure its quite while running and immediately switch to full synth oil and they're fine. Excellent info, gentlemen! Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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