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So you just need links? See Hornbrod's post about the Ford links, above.
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I just met another Jeep guy, he has 3-4 xj's, 1 mj and a wj. I bought a front end off him (that actually has gears that match the rear) so the 3.07 front is getting replaced soon and that means I can go wheeling, and yes I told him about this site, said he'd be on tonight
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The (IMPRACTICAL) Diesel Comanche
Cwhite87 replied to Cwhite87's topic in Member Projects: Your Comanches
On December 5th before the snow storm we just had. I found a 04 Jeep Liberty Renegade at LKQ. With 3 hours till having to be a plus one at a wedding, i made it to LKQ dropped the Nv3550 with a hour 40 mins to go. Stock shifter which is uniquely bent seems perfect i might keep it that way. I will admit it was sketchy as hell crawling under this dropping a trans and transfer case. -
The (IMPRACTICAL) Diesel Comanche
Cwhite87 replied to Cwhite87's topic in Member Projects: Your Comanches
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The (IMPRACTICAL) Diesel Comanche
Cwhite87 replied to Cwhite87's topic in Member Projects: Your Comanches
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Hey Everyone, Hows it going. I'm new to the forum. I joined the jeep world back in 2010 my first being a 04 5spd Tj Rubicon, then a 06 6spd Lj rubicon, finishing off with a 04 TJ Auto Rubicon. i always had a eye on the Comanches but never really know much about them. I sold all my jeeps Aug 2016 regretting it 9 months later. So Nov 9th i found a 88 Comanche. i put down deposit site unseen. I'm glad i did it has to be one of the cleaned unibodys underneath ive ever seen. On the 11th i bought the truck and rented a uhaul and picked it up. Its a long bed and i love it for multiple reasons. I think done right they are sexy, Also I'm a motorcycle track day rider and my bike on its PITBULL trs mounting system fits perfect with the tail gate up. Whats unique is that i live in a apartment complex so i rented 2 single car garages just for this build. Deming this thread the (IMPRACTICAL) Diesel Comanche The Build vehicle; 1988 Jeep Comanche Pioneer factory 4.0 Auto 2wd truck. 121472 miles on the clock. Super clean rust free underneath. top side does have surface rust but nothing that can't be easily addressed. Previous owner started doing a 94 HO swap but never finished. truck isnt running The Diesel swap; 1982 Mercedes Turbo Diesel 300 SD 3.0 auto 82108 miles on the clock. The Notorious OM617. The Donor/Parts Getter; 1997 Jeep Cherokee Country, I will be using this to acquire all the parts for the Comanche build leading up to the front end conversion and tail light conversion. The Blue Prints; Pull both engine out the Mercedes and the Comanche. Physical Exam kit the Om617 by Mercedessource.com Swap in Om617 5spd swap.. NV3550 4wd conversion HP30 front, 8.8 Rear Transfer Case 241OR out of a 03-06 Rubicon 97+ front end conversion Paint - once all mock up is done + Color 2018 Calvary Blue. 00-01 interior swap with Creature Comforts- Modernized Electronics, 120 volt plugins for fast changers, heated steering wheel, heated bucket seats. ETC..
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Bobbed 89 comanche build
Swampy replied to billytoad631's topic in MJ Hardcore Tech: Epic Journeys to Greatness
What year did you get yours from? A tj rubicon or a jk? you didn't change the front flange? -
4.0 cherokee no start when cold out
bluenotenick replied to 54bobby's topic in MJ Tech: Modification and Repairs
Yeah, check those battery cables too... get 'em nice and shiny for a good contact. -
yeah, a find like that around here would be nice.
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Harmonic Balancer?
JustEmptyEveryPocket replied to Swampy's topic in MJ Tech: Modification and Repairs
Also make sure to rent the install tool while you are at it. Once its returned its a zero cost to you, so why not have it on hand? At least my local place the removal and install are two separate tools. -
It's my fault guys sorry.
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Pete I constantly see loads of kj. in the expensive more chain type yards so I never look knowing the pricing. I need to start keeping an eye out in the honey holes where stuff is cheap. Newer stock is usually not sitting in these places. Many times the leads I find the yards have been permanently closed. Yesterday the 1st two I showed up to were like that. The next 1 was an accidental stumble from a local on the way to another. My best finds are 2 or 3 generation family owned yards not on the web, unlisted, out in bfe.
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Newest little project MGB
cruiser54 replied to cruiser54's topic in Member Projects: Other Cool Stuff
SOLD!!!! What's next? -
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Check your alternator and battery. Just battled similar symptoms on my daughter's 96
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I found a bolt directly underneath the reservoir that needed to be loosened. Was the one that slides. Took me forever to find it. Once I loosened that, the rest was easy. The old idler pulley had eaten the ball bearings inside it. Good grief. No wonder it froze. Anyway, all is good now. Thanks
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It autocorrected to "and" I meant end. Sorry about that
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Don't you already have a sway bar?
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I'm putting a 3 inch lift on my 88 comanche. Anyone know where I can find sb and links?
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Bobbed 89 comanche build
billytoad631 replied to billytoad631's topic in MJ Hardcore Tech: Epic Journeys to Greatness
No real updates lately. Been focusing my spare funds on the upcoming holidays. I did manage to order and install this new stinky fab trans mount after my stock one took a beating on my last wheeling trip. Planning some upgrades starting right after the new year though -
Bobbed 89 comanche build
billytoad631 replied to billytoad631's topic in MJ Hardcore Tech: Epic Journeys to Greatness
The speedo does not work due to the 241 having an electric speedo and the older Renix Jeeps having a mechanical one. Rear output on the T case was swapped to a regular yoke that I had Tom woods make me so no drive flange on the case anymore Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
Factory as far as I know Sent from my Moto Z (2) using Tapatalk
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Rent the puller from the local parts store....don't try to McGyver the thing off any other way. On a 2.5 you can carefully get away with pulling it without pulling the radiator, but it's safer if you do. Replace the front seal on the timing cover while you have the HB off, it's cheap and worth it.
