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Many overdrive pedals in production, especially those by "boutique" manufacturers, are a modified version of the Tube Screamer circuit. A version of the Grand Cherokee with DaimlerChrysler's BlueTec Diesel V6 from the E320 is expected in 2006. Original TS-808's, and to a lesser extent, TS-9s, have become highly collectible. Powered by a 415 hp (310 kW) version of the 6.1 L Hemi, it also features upgraded Brembo brakes, a special transfer case, and interior and exterior updates. Due to popular demand, Ibanez reissued the TS-808 in 2004, complete with the JRC4558D chip. An SRT-8 version of the Grand Cherokee debuted at the 2005 New York International Auto Show. Post-2002 circuit boards say Ibanez instead of Maxon. Notable features are a GPS navigation system, rear seat DVD player (both available on Limited and Overland trims), and Quadra-Drive II AWD (std on 5.7 L Hemi available on 4.7 L).

Then in 2002, Maxon stopped production of the TS-9 for Ibanez. The exterior is a slight departure from the other Grand Cherokees, but maintains a luxurious feel of the interior. In 1998, the new TS-9DX was introduced, which included a 4-way switch for capacitor changes and changes in the clipping section. An all-new WK Grand Cherokee debuted in 2004 for the 2005 model year. Around 2000 came the Tone Lok series, and the TS-7, which included a switch for added gain. V8 as well as a wealth of standard features such as front and side-curtain airbags, an Infinity sound system with 10-disc changer, heated/power front seats, sidestep rails, power sunroof, wood/leather steering wheel and 17-inch alloy wheels. In the early 90's, Ibanez released the Soundtank series, which, except for the first run which was metal, had cheap plastic enclosures and like the Power Series before it, used less expensive parts. The Overland (appropriated after the former Jeep parent, Willys-Overland) is top-of-the-line of the WJ brand boasting the 4.7 L H.O.

Then in 1996, Ibanez added a CE mark to the back of the pedal, which is required for it to be sold in Europe. The Special Edition was introduced offering the same quality of the Limited, differences include 4.7 L V8 engine and slightly revised front grille were standard issue on the Special Edition. In 1992, Ibanez began re-issuing the TS-9. These specialty models appeared for a brief time, The Sport was slightly more equipped than the Laredo and offered a two-tone black trim interior for style. To make production cheaper, these pedals used circuit board-mounted potentiometers (pots) and jacks. Specialty models:. Like many of the Master and Power Series pedals, there were not many differences in the circuitry between these and their 9-series counterparts. The Laredo and luxurious Limited trim levels were standard models.

Based on the Master series but with slight changes in in housing in 1986, the Power Series were introduced, which included the TS-10. Although five of the six ratios were used, Chrysler decided to call it a "4-speed automatic". The name change was most likely for marketing reasons. Four were used for upshifts, with a different second gear for downshifts. Looking closer circuitwise shows that there is one but in the disguise of the Metal Screamer with slightly changed component values. This gave it six theoretical speeds, and it would have been the first six-speed transmission ever produced in volume, but it was programmed to only use five of these ratios. Many claim that in this series there's no Tubescreamer. It included 3 planetary gearsets rather than the two normally used in a 4-speed automatic.

In 1985 the Master or L series were introduced and sold only for a year. The 45RFE automatic transmission in the WJ cherokee was notable. The first was the TS-9 Tube Screamer, which included only a few component changes and often, but not always, different IC's. With three viscous clutches, it was the only truck all wheel drive system on the time with triple difs, as Toyota had removed the front locker from their Land Cruiser. Over the years, Ibanez released many different kinds of pedals bearing the Tube Screamer name. A notable feature that was available this generation is the automatic AWD option called Quadra-Drive. Many players consider this one of the best solid state pedals to emulate the sound produced by an overdriven vacuum tube guitar amplifier. Although this engine produced less torque than both previous V8s, it was lighter and got much better fuel economy.

These contained the famed JRC4558D integrated circuit (IC). The two heavy pushrod V8 engines were replaced by a single aluminum SOHC unit, Chrysler's new PowerTech. Tube Screamers - Based on the earlier Overdrive I and II pedals, Ibanez began releasing the first Tube Screamer, the TS-808 in the late 1970's. The spare tire was relocated from the side of the cargo compartment to under the floor to great relief of owners. The two companies eventually began doing less and less business together until Maxon ceased manufacting the TS-9 reissue for Ibanez in 2002. The structure was stiffened (by Porsche Engineering) for sharper steering and lighter weight. Ibanez licensed these for sale under their name outside of Japan. The redesigned WJ 1999 Grand Cherokee shared just 127 parts with its predecessor.

In the 1970's, the Maxon company developed and began selling a series of effect pedals in Japan. The Grand Cherokee V8 was on Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list and was Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year for 1993. The company also began an extensive program of consulting with well-known guitar players and creating signature models made to the players' specifications. Two-wheel-drive models were sold though only for "Laredo" trims in late 1993, it wasn't until 1994 when 2WD was available for Limited; and in 1997 5.2 L V8 engines were sold along with 2WD. This led to an increasing popularity with heavy metal musicians. Exclusive to the Grand Cherokee was the introduction of Quadra-Trac having all-time four-wheel assistance only, this was standard on all Limited and specialty trims and optional for Laredo models alike. Abandoning the strategy of copying "classic" electric guitar designs, the newer models began incorporating more modern elements into their design, such as radical body shapes, slimmer necks and flatter fingerboards (which allowed for faster playing), higher-output electronics and colorful finishes. Select-Trac had the option of either full-time or part-time operation; Both shift-on-the-fly Command-Trac and Select-Trac were already avaliable for the Cherokee XJ lineup, and were adopted to the ZJ platform.

Ibanez settled out of court, and by 1978 had begun making guitars from their own designs. 4WD systems included Command-Trac, a part-time unit offering temporary 4-wheel asistance; Command-Trac was dropped from lineup in conjunction with the SE trim in 1996. The actual lawsuit referred to was brought by the Norlin Corporation, the parent company of Gibson guitars, in 1977, and was based on an Ibanez headstock design that had been discontinued by 1976. For 1993 alone, Jeep resurrected the Grand Wagoneer name for a special luxury version of the Grand Cherokee with the 5.2 L V8, this marked the last appearance for the Grand Wagoneer from the Jeep lineup. These guitars have become known as "lawsuit" guitars and have become somewhat collectible. Other features separated the 5.9 from the standard Limited model, such as mesh grille insert, unique five-spoke alloy wheels, improved premium stereo, and softer leather trim. Many guitar aficionados feel that the early- and mid-70s mark a low point in the quality of guitars from the major manufacturers, which helped contribute to the popularity of the Ibanez copies. It housed a powerful 5.9 L V8 engine with an output of 245 hp and 345 foot-pounds of torque, going from zero to 60 mph in only 7.3 seconds, making it the quickest SUV available that year.

The low price combined with the relatively high quality of the guitars made these models very popular. The 5.9 Limited was produced only for the 1998 model year, having more luxury than that of the regular Limited. Using somewhat cheaper materials and greater automation in manufacturing, they were able to sell these guitars for a significantly lower price than the originals. TSi packages came equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, 225/70R16 tires, leather seats and premium sound system. In the early 1970s Ibanez began making guitars that were almost exact copies of popular models by Gibson, Fender and Rickenbacker. A sporty TSi model (1997-1998) briefly debuted, exterior features included single color body paneling, with a light blue striping accent. In 1971 Hoshino purchased Elger Guitars, renaming the company "Ibanez U.S.A." and retaining the company headquarters in Bensalem, Pennsylvania as a distribution and quality-control center. Specialty models included the Orvis (1995-1997); a Grand Cherokee Limited package that featured a exterior color scheme of deep hunter green with red and gold strip accents (1995), 96-97 Orvis exteriors were of hunter green tone with basic gold striping; the interior was a two-tone green and champagne seats complimented with red accents and "Orvis" company badging.

Hoshino had recently acquired a small Spanish guitar company named Ibanez, and it was decided to market the instruments under this brand name. Limited models that year and on had more luxury items such as driver placement memory, remote radio control from the steering wheel, and varible assist while driving and parking. At the time, the phrase "made in Japan" was considered to have negative connotations of low quality, so Hoshino Gakki and Rosenbloom wanted to distribute the instruments under a "non-Japanese" name. The AMC 4.0 L I6 engine was also refined, though receiving slightly less horsepower but gained more torque and presented quieter operation. By 1965 Rosenbloom had decided to stop manufacturing guitars and chose to become the exclusive North American distributor for Hoshino Gakki instruments. 1996 brought cosmetic changes ranging from improved body modeling (grille, bumpers), better wind aerodynamics, and intergrated foglights; Interior features added dual-airbags and increased farbic quality for seating. The Elger Guitar company made a relatively small number of hand-built, high quality guitars through the early 1960s. The Limited also boasts features such as leather seating, optional power sunroof, mirrors, seats, and remote keyless entry system; a basic onboard computer; and waffle-like cast aluminum wheels.

Due to the post-World War II music boom, his sales soon outstripped his inventory, and he began a company called Elger Guitars in an attempt to manufacture enough guitars to fill his needs. The Limited is the premium model, with the lower body paneling being the same color as the vehicle color. In 1954, Harry Rosenbloom opened a music store in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, northwest of Philadelphia. The Laredo is the mid-scale model, features included added body cladding, fancier seats, power windows, power door locks, and cruise control; exterior features display a medium grey plastic lower body paneling and five star spoke aluminum wheels. The company had little presence in the Western world until the mid-1960s. The Base model (also known as SE) offered basic features such as full instruments, cloth interior, and a five-speed manual transmission; The SE model was dropped in 1996 in favor of the Laredo. In 1935 they began manufacturing their own stringed instruments. The ZJ models, manufactured from 1993 to 1998, originally came in 3 general trims, the Base, Laredo, and the Limited.

The Hoshino Gakki company began in 1908 as a musical instrument sales division of the Hoshino Shoten bookstore company. Production of the Grand Cherokee started shortly afterward in the purpose-built Jefferson North Assembly in Detroit, Michigan and has remained there since. Ibanez is a guitar company in Nagoya, Japan, the company was started by Hoshino Gakki. Then-Chrysler president Robert Lutz drove Detroit mayor, Coleman Young up the steps of Cobo Hall and through a plate glass window to show off the new vehicle. Ibanez History - Ibanez History. The Grand Cherokee debuted in grand fashion at the 1992 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan. Ibanez JS Site - Ibanez Joe Satriani fansite. The first generation (ZJ) was the first Chrysler-badged Jeep product since AMC came up with the concept; the AMC engineers/designers behind the project, later Chrysler employees (after the 1987 buyout) were pushing for a late 1980s release date; however, then-CEO Lee Iacocca was pushing for redesigned Chrysler minivans, delaying the ZJ's release until late 1992.

JEM Site - An Ibanez JEM series fansite. Based on the Jeep Concept 1 (1989), the Grand Cherokee's origins date back to 1983 when American Motors engineers were designing an XJ Cherokee successor. IbanezRules - Buy/Sell used Ibanez guitars, technical guides, catalog scans, manuals, wiring diagrams, etc. The Grand Cherokee was a spinoff of the notably smaller Jeep Cherokee. Ibanez Register - Gallery of past and present Ibanez guitars and basses. . Origins of Ibanez and the Lawsuit Models. European Grand Cherokees are manufactured in Austria by Magna Steyr.

History of Hoshino Gakki Co., Ltd. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a midsize SUV made by Jeep, a division of Daimler-Chrysler. Ibanez. Car and Driver (August 1998): 69–70.. Jeep Grand Cherokee Preview. Phil Berg.

2006–present – SRT-8. 2006–present – Overland. 2005–present – Limited. 2005–present – Laredo.

2002–2004 — Overland. 2002–2004 — Special Edition. 2002–2003 — Sport. 1993 – Grand Wagoneer.

1998 – 5.9 Limited. 1997–1998 – TSi. 1995–1997 – Orvis "Limited Edition". 1993–1998 – Limited.

1993–1998 – Laredo. 1993–1996 – Base "SE".