why the jeep wrangler YJ is the MOST FUN you can get for your money. my 5 reasons! 

I have a 1993 YJ with the 2.5 4 cylinder. It's still rocking the original engine and transmission at over 380k miles. Not powerful at all, but it's reliable and gets the job done well enough.

Straight 6 is the holy grail for Jeep motors

I grew up with Jeeps. CJs and a YJ. The YJ was like “the drivable CJ” IMO. It was better at longer drives, wasn’t as tippy, but it still felt like a CJ. I still have my ‘88 4.2 IL6 and love it. It’s been lifted with new bumpers, new wheels, and rides on 33’s. Also just had it rhino lined- looks killer. replaced the crappy carb with a Weber 38/38 and oh baby...I had a lion under the hood ...until I fried the engine. 🤣 So I just had the engine rebuilt and I’m going with an injector kit on the next round, as well as the AR15 tranny, new clutch, and new transfer case. YJs are great Jeeps. Welcome to the tribe!

I drove my 95 rio grande for 17 years without ever having a tune up. When It started running a little rough I took it to my mechanic. He actually saved the plugs and wires to show them to me. The plugs were fused to the heads and the wires were cracked and burnt. He said that there is no reason in the world why this thing even started let alone drove anywhere. Had to trade it because it rotted beyond repair. I'm looking for a replacement because nothing else comes close. after 17 years you actually form an emotional connection to them. The one thing that never let me down, "20 of snow, "8+ inches of water anywhere, anytime. As you can tell I really miss it!

I absolutely love my 95 Sahara jeep. Hunter green, sitting high on 35s and I adore driving it!!

The 4 cylinder is just like the 6. They developed the 6 based on the 4. Mine lasted 224k miles of hard driving. I liked the 4 so much I got another 4 to put back in it . Both amc both inline, both really good engines. And no matter what they say, the 4 is plenty powerful. I own a tj but really like the yj. I can’t really explain why lol

I own a 93 YJ work the 2.5-4 cylinder. Not a lot of power, but man, it starts every day and runs SMOOOOTH

Agreed, the yj was a great starter jeep for my son in high school. He learned so much and enjoyed building and encouraged the wife and I to both get jeeps of our own.✌️

Im 16 my first car is the jeep yj, got it with rust and had some crash damage learned so much fixing it. Learned welding to fix rust and also learned manual. Great car

Fuel injection was available in Oct of 88, when I bought my Sahara(89 model). I opted for carburetion, and paid the price. Stock carb was always a problem to maintain good idle. I think 89 was the last year carbs were offered. I think 88-89 was also the last year of half doors that didn't lock. Still have the Sahara, 180K and runs well with Weber carb.

I have a YJ and you're right. So fun and easy to work on and get parts. And the YJ is so Bad Ass looking and I think all envy it

I bought a 95 Wrangler YJ from the dealer new, I still have it. YJ!!

One of the most positive videos about the YJ Jeep I've watched so far! Thank you for posting! I feel encouraged to restore the '93 YJ, 4.0 my son has bought for me and which had been used mostly for off road trails..35x12.5 inch tires.. Those will come off...

I have two YJs and I love them both. It's a blast to work on and drive. I also have a newer Jeep, but the YJs are my favorite, especially with no doors and no top.

I've got a rio grande. I tossed in a turbo. I love it. Been a good rig. No rust. Reliable. Simple. Everything i need and nothing i don't.😊

I have a 1991 Jeep Wrangler 2.5l 4cyl Base. 187,xxx miles still running strong. Love my baby and the community around it

I have a 1982 CJ7, has a 4.2 with some upgrades, an NP 435 transmission followed by the Dana 300 transfer case. All heavy duty and easy to work on, this has had a frame off 5 years ago. I've been driving old jeeps since 1978, still having a blast in the summer with it. Thanks for the content, good video. 🥰

I have the 2.5L inline 4 in my 94 Wrangler YJ. It’s 110% a champ. Ultra reliable just like it’s 4.0L big brother it just lacks the power. It’s still a torquey motor but don’t expect it do get you to highway speed quickly or maintain highway speed with a head wind lol. It won’t get you places fast but you will no doubt arrive…eventually😂

There's nothing like wheelin' in a '41 - '06 short wheel base Jeep with the doors and top in the garage, where they belong! The military short wheel base is the most fun vehicle you will ever have during your lifetime. My '05 TJ Rocky Mtn 4.0 I6 with 3.73's on 32" bfg's is by far the best and most fun vehicle I've ever had. The best off roading by far is beach and dune wheelin'. Great quality family time! 🏖😎🎣 O|||||||O

I’m 16 and got a ‘89 YJ with a 4.2 and a 5 speed manual. Been in the family since brand new and spent most of its life on our farm in rural South Carolina. It’s a fun project and I love driving it every chance I get. Been told multiple times that it’s a very rare car so im probably never going to get rid of it!

Just a little clarification 4.2 was always carbureted. Replaced in 1991 by 4.0 always fuel injected. I had a 89 YJ 4.2 had a 3 speed auto 3in lift 33 x 9.5 BFG AT's. I loved it.

I’ve got a 4 banger Jeep tj (2.5 not the 2.4l in the later years). It is the same as a 4.0, just with two cylinders chopped off. Equally as reliable. Still an absolute pig on gas though. As long as you have the right gear/tire size ratio, it’s really not bad at all cruising around town. Highway performance is pretty rough. I have had mine up to 85 MPH and it was absolutely terrifying. Even with the 4.0, they weren’t designed for highway driving. I can cruse at 70 mph all day long. Really YJs have skyrocketed in prices. They used to be a cheaper alternative to the TJ generation which came after it, but from what I have observed that is no longer the case. John Cena also owns a 2.5l YJ… there is a video on RU-vid of him showing it off.

Just bought a 95 YJ. 4 cylinder, I'm not happy with how it performs in 5th gear, but just loving the thing. It's quite rugged

Mine is a 1990 YJ 4 cylinder which I bought new as the cheapest, fun commute vehicle that I could afford at the time. Even though it is still mostly stock (did I hear gasps of "Heresy!") it's been a lot of fun over the years. Done a few off road / back road adventures. Aside from hoses, belts, etc the engine and drive train are all original, and work fine. I was nervous about the Peugeot 5 speed transmission but it's been OK too, as has been the throttle-body fuel injection. Two things have broken - the tailgate latch doesn't close properly, and the fuel gauge is wildly wrong (I use the odometer to guess when I should fill up). So, yeah, although not a classic, it's fun vehicle. Except on an Interstate where you feel like you're in a golf cart amongst the big rigs.

I have the 2.5 and haven't had any issues. Its not a race car! Im running 35s with 5.13s 5 speed. Ford rear diff and stock 30 up front welded. Still running the CAD with a cable. And she just goes any direction i point her. Stay safe and happy trails 👣

Hey there been wheeling and messing with Jeeps my whole life it’s a family affair I’m willing to help with any questions or tips! Love the video.

I have a 1993 YJ I bought in 1995. I kept it the way it was when I bought it, almost completely stock, for many years. Then I moved from So Cal to NM and that's when the Mods began. I love my YJ. It's been around a lot. But someone tried to steal it and when they failed they put something in my gas which destroyed my engine. I replaced it with another 4.0 and changed the gear ratio to 4.88. I'm only running 33" tires but it's fab the way it is. I can't conceive of getting rid of it.

Just picked a 95 up for 2800$. Great video man

My dad bought a '93 Sahara YJ with the 4.0 brand new. That thing was running strong until he sold it in 2019 (26 years!). Only thing that needed replaced was the starter and radiator outside of normal tune up. After he sold the YJ, he got a TJ lol.

Agreed 🔥🔥

Picked up at 1990 4.2l Sahara about 13 years ago. Had a bad oil leak which was just the mechanical fuel pump! Wheeled it stock, then upgraded to 35's, ford 8.8 rear end, front arb locker, dope stereo system with an amp, odometer stopped working at 260k many years ago. Have overheated it, ran it low on oil, baby still purrs. Top off, doors off, Washington state summers 🍑

I have a 90 that we are restoring. LOVE it.

My 2.5l tj has 173k and still running great. Lacks power for passing on the highway, but perfect for around town.

I currently have a 2003 TJ . 4.0 completely stock! No Rust! Yea, know,right?. It's currently getting a complete regular maintenance/tune up... ALL fluids,filters,etc. EVERYTHING!. On order is new 33" tires,wheels,2 1/2 lift from teraflex. Bumpers,warn winch,tube fenders,rock sliders. LED lights all the way around,and 1 1/2 DIN head unit. Yup, dropping a nice dime on it! NEW 33" tires

In-line 4 is cool top speed is 65 or 75 mph But it’s reliable and easy to work on Just a small in line 6 Parts,upgrades ,a great engine Kinda bulletproof A little more speed would be great but other than it’s a great jeep

The inline 4 is SUPER reliable but it does struggle with highway speeds. Mine tops out at 65mph i have a 2.5" lift and 31s which is whats recommended for the 4cyl, anything bigger and you aint going past 65. Offroading its really good its really torquee

My sister in law gifted me her 95 yj...making me the 3rd owner....it's 100% stock...it has lived in Santa Cruz CA all its life...till last year...😱😱 the driving experience is so unique...and fun for sure.

I have a 1993 jeep wrangler why JM edition with the 2.5 L four-cylinder engine I’ve owned it for over 15 years, the in-line 2.5 four-cylinder engine is identical to the 4.0 in-line six engine but when it comes to reliability it’s completely bulletproof even inconsistent subzero temperatures

A 4 cylinder is a gutless wonder when the wind is blowing here. In Vegas Because I see them. Mine is a 93 Jeep Wrangler. 4.0 6 cylinder 5 speed. Power is okay but I would rather have a 350 Chevy auto. That's what I will put in it someday if This engine or transmission goes bad. And that's like never in my lifetime. Probably about the best engine ever made. Other than the 327 Chevy motor.

I've had my 93 YJ for over 21 years now. Been through several upgrades over the years. Now runs on 37 inch Intercos with Dynatrac pro rock 60s, Hesco 4.7 stroker, NV4500 one ton 5 speed, Atlas 4 speed transfer case. And many more upgrades to make it get me there and back. It's my street legal daily driver and I can still park it on top of all the Prius's you can put in front of it. Remember what JEEP stands for, JUST EMPTY EVERY POCKET.

I have a 93 4 cylinder 5 speed manual its been my daily for 5 years and it has NEVER let me down. My wifes 2018 kia had electrical problems, my mother in laws explorer broke down, basically everyones car around me had problems and they all have new cars. My old 93 has NEVER let me down. Yea it smells like gas but the thing turns on everydah and takes me to work and back, ive taken it through snow, sand, water crossings and its an AMAZING car. The only thing ive done is oil changes on it. And replaced a belt. Ive done upgrades to it and its super easy to work on. I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone.

My dad’s got a 93 that has a dead cylinder I’ve been trying to take it off his hand. lol. But I couldn’t afford to fix it. Hopefully one day God willing.

Love my 07 JKU

Thank you for your videos i reallyenjoythem. Love my yj so much I have 2 92 and 93 o e is for craling the other a trail and driver rig. and the fun per dollars is there if you can do the work. Or have good friends for help.

I just inherited a 89 wrangler from my dad and want to fix it

Bought a manual 94 YJ about a month ago... I look forward to running errands now! ... it does tend to grind going into 3rd gear, but all the mechanics that've taken a look say it's strong 🤪 anyone else noticed this?

I love my 93 with the 2.5. It's a pooch, but I just stay off the interstate. LOL 6" Suspension lift, 4" body lift on 35's. Don't want to drive anything else! ;)

You right .. i have one for 33 years

I love your yj by the way i am in jamaica one love

is there a way to change the headlights to round ones?

2.5 made as much power as the old 4.2, 4.2 had it beat for torque. The 4.0 was never carbed, you either had the carbed 4.2 pre 91 or the "HO" 4.0 91+ as far as the Wrangler went. the XJs had 4.0s from 86 onward but they were RENIX engines with a Renault fuel injection system. 91 brough the "HO" 4.0s to the whole lineup with the Chryco MPI system.

Driving my 92 yj is like driving a tractor. I wouldnt let anyone elae drive it because its honestly pretty sketchy. Ive owned several lifted trail rigs in my life im used to it. Think body roll when turning and very crappy steering and braking. Definitely a great option for offroading and just cruising nice and slow.

The 4 cylinder is technically the same motor just two less cylinders. Just as reliable but a lot less power. They also are prone to blowing up/less life span than the 4.0 just because you have to rev it a lot more to get it up to speed.

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I have an ‘87 islander with the 4.2l and a motorcraft 2150 carb, AX15 transmission on 35” tires, I just had it re-geared from the stock 3.07 to 4.56… it’s fun to drive but it won’t go more than 60mph in 5th gear turning about 2000rpm. I would at least like to get to highway speed

I just wish it was made by a company that doesn't always prioritize costs over safety and didn't go kicking and screaming into safety mandates

i paid 6k Cad for my 89 yj. i got it in june then a month later got my liscence and the fuel pump gave out on the highway on my bday lol

I saw 2 the other day

A Suzuki Samurai ia also an excellent choice cheaper to build and parts easy to obtain more smiles per dollar!

Where you get the skull shift knob??

One question I have a 1992 2.5 and I’m new to jeeps how can I take the doors off?

Father inlaw wants to sell me his bone stock 95 yj with a 2.5. I'm seriously considering it since hes had it for so long and i know the history but its just sat it only has 127xxx but has some rust

I’ve had my 88 YJ since 1990. Straight 6, 2 barrel carburetor with 62k original miles. I’ll never sell it. You can bury me in it…

I have had my 89 Sahara for over twenty years now. Been a SBC for most of that and a daily driver. Its been to Tellico when it was still open back and forth from western NC to Ft. Stewart GA a million times. Dropped the kids off to school there hole lives. Its been with me longer than most people in my life. Its had two sets of Bestop interiors, three sets of shocks, on its third soft top, several sets of tires, a couple of batteries, a paint job in 06 (wich is starting to flake now on the hood). Second fuel sender, and im sure im missing some things. But I wouldn't sale it. It will probably out live me😋. I guess it wil be up to my children one day to either shoot it, scrap it, or bury it with me.

I want a XJ 😢😢

I'm looking to buy a 4 Cyl, with 230km (with roof tent and light bar) for 6k. My friend has a 2010 and i want to go be stupid off road with her. Is this a worthy investment?

I have 5 jeeps jeep means just empty every pocket

I own a jeep Wrangler TJ Sahara and with me I always looked at wranglers like this why would you spend so much money on something that is so small I didn't understand till I owned mine but I grew up my brother had a rio grande yj and 2 wrangler sports I even drove my brother friend tj and still didn't understand but now owning jeeps for close to 20 years never had a 4 cylinder always owning a 6 cylinder they are reliable vehicles that are easy to work on the only issue I've ever had with a jeep is electrical but it's the nature of the beast for having something you can use offroad

Bravoooooo yo tengo uno del 91 y moriré yo antes que el

Can't get a jeep for that cheap in OR at all. Never seen one for less than $4500 in terrible condition

Mine is slowly bankrupting me

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Not a REAL jeep !

Active shift fork in the front is not so good best for ur cash and off road capability TJ/LJ injection 4-cylinder is better than the carbureted so much better AX 15 transmissions okay but you get a little bit more of the nv3550 leaf springs are limited coil spring design will give you much more articulation and crawling its cool i guess it was a bad Dodge design when Mercedes stepped into the TJ platform they improved axle and made the cheapest off road jeep yj are cool. Some people but bang for your buck the TJ and LJ platforms away to go 💯

You can’t do that in Arizona starting price is like 4 gs

The TJ/LJ Is hands down the best affordable jeep platform. YJ Square headlight crap🤦‍♂️

there is an 88 for sale, automatic, black, leather is perfect, 80k miles. 2 Owners. My friend towed it and the owner never came back. He;s asking 9k but he'll give it to me for 7k. I saw pics, I see it Monday.