Pete M

Meh, I made my own sliders. Wasn't all that hard. :D Should have done it before I smashed them though. :( Certainly none of my trucks are needed for anything at the moment, but I'm not sure if they are "pretty" enough for you. :D :redX: If JCR wants any input from a guy that has torn into a few MJs now, just let me know. Having no job means I have lots o' time on my hands. :roll: Stupid Michigan. I wonder if my engineering degree is worth something elsewhere in this country...

Oh, wait, I'm not quite old enough to win. But in 3 years I will. Looks like I'll be taking on Hillary. :D

In Michigan? That certainly narrows it down. :teehee:

Someone could have swapped axles. Maybe. Hey, at least you didn't buy it and then find out. :D

I would check the condition of the ground located right behind the drivers side tail light. And I'd check the condition of the connector in that wire harness (it'll be right behind the drivers rear tire).

4.0L + auto = 3.55s generally.

What's the condition of the battery cables? Did you clean the insides of the cable terminals and not just the battery post? (I only ask because I had a friend do that). I would take the battery in to one of the auto parts stores that does free checks on batteries. Also, my 90 is notorious for giving me that same "click" when the battery is just fine. Seems I have to fiddle with the terminals every stinking time I try to start it (which is admittedly like once a month and the reason I haven't replaced the cables yet).

I would, if I wasn't broke (or at least if my truck wasn't also). :(

It's been a long week. My sense of humor is a bit... off. :cheers:

:nuts: :teehee:

Seems like cool guy. I'd probably vote for him too. 8)

Maybe. The canister is where the system "stores" vacuum energy so there's some available when the engine is producing less. The engine may still run fine, but the HVAC system may not.

No, the Chief will not automatically have a 44. If the 44 came from an MJ, then it bolts right in. But the gearing will be atrocious. 3.07 and 3.55 are by far the most common ratios in MJ 44s. So if you did find one, plan on regearing costs. (also it's a 20 year old axle, so plan on new seals and possibly bearings etc.)

800 bucks for a stock 8.8! The last one I bought was $100. I'd keep looking... Installation is fairly straightforward. Stuff like welding on new perches, getting the right yoke adapter, fiddling with the brake lines, etc. It's a rear axle after all. Search google for swaps into YJs. They are leaf sprung and the 8.8 swap is pretty much the same as ours.

It's crazy how some guys will just throw away a rolled Jeep. Look at all the fun their missing. :cheers: I love the windshield!

Well, I'd advise making an Excel spreadsheet to keep track of you various options. Tally up the various costs and make sure you can do it under budget, and do that before you spend dime one. If you plan to be hard on your rig, then maybe the Dana 30 isn't right for you. But what are the costs of adapting and regearing that Grand Waggy front axle to match the Isuzu rear axle? How does that compare to buying and adapting the new JK rubicon axles? Don't forget that there are tons of little things that'll suck up your money real fast if you aren't prepared for them (especially if your new old truck needs some "updates" to the vital systems). The spreadsheet for my 88 build was quite long and extensive before I had even bought that donor Bronco. Unfortunately I can't share it, as it was lost with the old computer. :( Keep yourself organized. It free and it'll save you money in the end. :thumbsup:

What's your budget?

No, I mean what kinds of offroading do you plan to do?

In a word, no. But I can't tell you why. :dunno: :dunce:

If you upgrade the shafts/joints in the 30, it should do fine with 33s. Just don't be stupid with the gas pedal. The 35 on the other hand, well, I'd start looking for a better choice, like an XJ/MJ Dana 44 or an Explorer 8.8 or a 97+ XJ 8.25. What kind of wheeling are you looking for?

3 feet? as in 36"? That's a bit too short. A stock driveshaft for the above truck should be closer to 43" (or somewhere thereabouts). Sounds like you got an XJ driveshaft maybe?

If it's hissing, that likely means a leak. :( Try spraying some soapy water on the area.

I should have the proper vector graphics tomorrow for the revised club logo, but that's no guarantee and it'll likely be another week until I get me hands on the decals themselves. So, in lieu of this moving time table, I sent out a whole bunch of sticker orders that people have requested. If any of them also want one of the new decals, I'll just do those separately later on. The following people had a packaged mailed today: BMJ mx215 SmithE1811 xj_dummy ComancheKid45 meatgrinder13 Shawn knightforce shelbyluv (seat brackets) If your name isn't on this list and you asked for something more than just the new logo decal, let me know so I can remedy the situation. Thanks. :cheers:

Could be a significant vacuum leak, a faulty IAC or a faulti TPS. I would start by popping off the air duct and cleaning out the throttle body area with Q-tips and an O2 sensor safe throttle body cleaner. Could be just built-up gunk in there. :cheers:

My dad's 20x24 garage is too small. Couldn't put up anything bigger on our tiny chunk of property though. If I was on the look for property, I'd need at least 30x30 with high ceilings. But buildings like that aren't all that expensive. The property is far more important. I've been living in suburbia way too long. I need space to breath!