desbennett004 Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 I bought my MJ a couple months ago, just wondering what is the best way to find out the year. PO told me it's an 89, but the sticker on the door is too faded to read. Here are pictures of the plate. I'm not sure how to decipher it. Sent from my SM-N900W8 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParadiseMJ Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 If it didn't come with paperwork (e.g.registration etc.) the VIN number will tell you everything. Google VIN decoder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnj92131 Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Easiest Way? Check your title documents and registration. Use this VIN Decoder: Jeep VIN decoder It is in the DIY section. Your truck is an 89 4.0 One/TWO last things: Please put your location in you Profile. When you set up a signature, please list your truck's year, engine, etc so we all know what you have and what model you are speaking about. Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desbennett004 Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Easiest Way? Check your title documents and registration. Use this VIN Decoder: Jeep VIN decoder It is in the DIY section. Your truck is an 89 4.0 One/TWO last things: Please put your location in you Profile. When you set up a signature, please list your truck's year, engine, etc so we all know what you have and what model you are speaking about. Thanks, Thanks for the info. I've been trying to set up a signature, but can't seem to figure it out on Tapatalk. Will have to sign into the website to do it I guess. Sent from my SM-N900W8 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 The tenth digit of the VIN is the year. But ... the VIN system changed from 1988 to 1989. Explained here: http://www.allpar.com/mopar/jeep-vin.html Your VIN is 1 J 7 F T 3 6 L 3 K L 445397 1 = Country of Origin (USA) J = Make (Jeep Company) 7 = Vehicle Type (Truck) F = Gross vehicle weight (4,001 - 5,000 pounds) T = Model Line (my FSM says T is a 2WD Cherokee) 3 = Trim Level (Pioneer)(Another source says Chief) 6 = Body Style (???) L = Engine (4.0L) 3 = Check Digit K = Model Year (1989) L = Assembly Plant (Toledo, Plant #1) 445397 = Serial number This site makes it easy, but isn't specific as to how they do it: https://www.decodethis.com/vin/1J7FT36L3KL445397 I've looked into three different FSMs and about six web sites. They are NOT all consistent as to what some of the code mean. They do all seem to agree that you have a 1989 Jeep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desbennett004 Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Everything looks right, it is a 2WD Pioneer with a 4.0L, just in the middle of a 4X4 conversion. Thanks for the info! Sent from my SM-N900W8 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 VIN : 1J7FT36L3KL445397Country : United StatesManufacturer : Jeep CorporationVehicle Type : TruckGross Vehicle Weight : 5001#-6000# : Comanche, Base, Metric Ton, Big Ton / Comanche, Custom, Metric Ton, Big Ton [2269/2722 Kg]Line (Body Type) : Cherokee 4x2, Comanche 4x2Series (Body Type) : Pioneer, Islander (M)Body Style : Truck, 2-door PickupEngine : 6 Cyl. 4.0 LiterCheck Digit : 3Year : 1989Plant Location : Toledo #1, Ohio, USASequential Serial Number : 445397Check Digit Test : VIN valide What rear axle do you have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desbennett004 Posted December 5, 2016 Author Share Posted December 5, 2016 VIN : 1J7FT36L3KL445397 Country : United States Manufacturer : Jeep Corporation Vehicle Type : Truck Gross Vehicle Weight : 5001#-6000# : Comanche, Base, Metric Ton, Big Ton / Comanche, Custom, Metric Ton, Big Ton [2269/2722 Kg] Line (Body Type) : Cherokee 4x2, Comanche 4x2 Series (Body Type) : Pioneer, Islander (M) Body Style : Truck, 2-door Pickup Engine : 6 Cyl. 4.0 Liter Check Digit : 3 Year : 1989 Plant Location : Toledo #1, Ohio, USA Sequential Serial Number : 445397 Check Digit Test : VIN valide What rear axle do you have? Not entirely sure, just finished a SOA 8.25 conversion. Here's a pic of the old axle.I assume it's a Dana 35 because it's a 5 speed manual. Could be wrong though. Sent from my SM-N900W8 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted December 5, 2016 Share Posted December 5, 2016 Yep, that the turdy-5. So much for the accuracy of the French VIN checker........... Do you possibly have a "Metric Ton" badge on the tailgate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desbennett004 Posted December 5, 2016 Author Share Posted December 5, 2016 Yep, that the turdy-5. So much for the accuracy of the VIN checker........... Do you possibly have a "Metric Ton" badge on the tailgate? Nope. Here's a pic of my rear springs. 3 springs and a helper. Not sure what the Metric Ton package has. Sent from my SM-N900W8 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankTheDog Posted December 5, 2016 Share Posted December 5, 2016 Those are not Metric Ton springs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbyluvv Posted December 6, 2016 Share Posted December 6, 2016 Ummmm, it's a SWB. Not a Metric Ton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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