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I've considered the same shocks. It is extremely difficult to get an objective opinion on Rusty's products. I doubt every negative reference offered is based on an actual experience. Sorry to get off topic. I seem to recall those shocks are manufactured by Tenneco, a very reputable company. By the way, I too have experienced excellent customer service from the Southern U.S. family owned and operated business.

Too bad about the alternator. Older vehicles come with opportunities. :thumbsup: Time for some more of this: :wrench: .

:rotf:The snow moved in here yesterday evening. Woke up to 10" this AM. I had expected the lock cylinders today. My buddy at the dealership checked tracking and parts shipped from Milwaukee. Expected ETA now is Tuesday or Wednesday. I have a long weekend coming up but have a honey-do project pending. The Eliminator will wait.

Oh man, I'm feelin your pain! Dude, don't jump. Any progress on the interior parts quest?

Any weekend updates Brother Bob? :dunno:

Thanks Coffman. I'm afraid I'd have to agree. It would look better in Australia.

Thanks...I think. :rolleyes:

Don, I searched the archives for this DIY remembering you had posted it. Would you be kind enough to provide some assistance on the wiring. My electrical knowledge is less than weak. I pulled the reservoir from a donor today. After removing the wiring and fluid hoses from the loomed harness, I'm lost. I've not yet pulled the wiring and I'm not sure where it terminates. Please dumb it down for me if you will.

I picked up the front fender liners this week, new OEMs from local dealership. Also ordered replacement door lock cylinders which should be in first of the week and will allow completion of the doors. I also found the solution, here, to a problem that's plagued me for months. In my ignorance, I installed the brake calipers on the opposite sides than they were engineered for. DON'T DO THIS. The brakes will not bleed properly, no matter how many quarts of brake fluid up push through the system. Today's project was to remove the windshield washer reservoir from a Cherokee bound for scrap. Snow set in before the extraction was completed. I moved the Eliminator outside, for the first time in a few years, to free up a garage bay.

Nice sawmill on the toolbox! We use those little ones to cut our firewood on the east coast too. :laughin:

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:agree: There are a ton of distractions on this site. Welcome! What a backdrop for Comanche glamor photos! Were those taken near Flagstaff? I noticed the Cali tags. Appears to be sporting OEM ten hole wheels. Roll bar in or out? Very clear platform. :thumbsup:

I'm not familiar with NAPA, mine came from Fastenal. Trim the broken studs off with a cut off disc or equivalent. Thoroughly remove rust from surface and tack weld replacement bolt, good to go. I was able to salvage a few of the nuts using an industrial strength penetrating oil, Kroil. The web address is on the bottom of the can, WWW.KANOLABS.COM. Pricey but an excellent penetrant. Original nut... I believe this is an OEM replacement nut but strongly suggest size verification. http://www.clipsandfasteners.com/6_1_0mm_10mm_Hex_Head_Nuts_19mm_Loose_Washer_p/pas5915-25.htm Replacement nut with washer.

Welcome to the "Club"!

Just messin with ya Spence. It's nice to have one to abuse, I mean enjoy, and one for more practical purposes. :thumbsup:

Where's the pics of your wisdom teeth? :hmm: :dunno: :laughin:

Nice progress! Where's the driver's side door? :dunno:

X2 on the East coast.

Very nice progress Darren! The direction you're taking this build is refreshing.

Nice job young Jeeper! Your tail lights look primo. Why don't you throw up your story on the hunt and purchase. This is your thread and we're all part of the same fraternity. If some don't want to read it they can quickly scroll down and look at the pictures. :thumbsup:

Well?? Don't leave us hanging in virtual limbo. We're pullin for ya. Share some good news Brother Bob.

Thanks. My friend (a paint and body pro) and I collaborated. I bent the sheet metal and box for the plate. We welded in a simple 3/8" round stock framework. It was temporarily screwed to the bed and then we rolled the metal around the round stock starting in the center where I made the relief cuts. The center section was tacked in place first. Then the sides were rolled and tack welded on the side as we worked slowly and deliberately. The excess metal was trimmed off. Other than the initial bends I'd made in a break, it was all hand work.

New tail light bulbs. Four were original with bulbs broken and stuck, I mean STUCK, in the sockets. Turned into quite a job. Wired LED plate lights. New replacement mirrors. Freshly painted wiper arms. And the front end lit up.

Well, my sweetie's clean up effort was all for not. The front fender liners were from my other project. The previous owner had done the later model frontend swap and trimmed (hacked) the front corners off. To expedite progress, she ordered replacement liners from Rock Auto to save some money. Great price and quick delivery, just a few days. I received two right side liners, one of which was not even close to a Comanche unit . The other was incredibly thin. The adage, "You get what you pay for" applied. Customer service was excellent with an immediate refund and "keep the parts". So, I've been waiting for the next set ordered from another source. I have completed a few more details I'll post up.

I can't imagine a better choice than a Comanche for a first vehicle. Congratulations! You've also found the mother lode of information for all your project ideas. However, be fore warned, passion for these trucks can easily transform into an addiction. Of most importance, many projects take way longer and cost much more than expected or intended. I guess that's one reason too many of us end up with more than "a" Comanche. As for your roll pan idea, I did a lot of searching for an aftermarket option and came up empty. There are examples on this site. Enjoy your ride young Jeeper.