CoastieJ

Well, I'm all set to fly to Seattle and drive my '87 MJ home, make a courtesy call to the dealership only to find out its been sold a couple hours earlier. Real bummer, especially cause it had a D44 rear. Oh well, the search continues...

Looks like the one I'm checking out is a long bed. I have always thought the short bed would make a better off-road machine (ideal wheelbase, better departure angles). Anyone have any thoughts on this? Or should I just buy the long bed and plan on chopping of the rear of it :lol: ?

Hello all, Newbie here...seriously considering buying an 87 Comanche MJ with a 4.0, 4X4, manual with about 168K miles. The owner says it's rust free with a straight body. Besides the D44 option in the rear, anything else I should look (or look out) for? I know the BA-10 tranny is a weak link, but I could easily swap in a AX-15, maybe with an NP-231 as well. How can I tell whether its a long or short bed (I mean, is it plainly obvious by looking at it?) I can't tell by the pic. My plan is to put about 5" of lift with 33's. Your advice is appreciated. :-D