Pete M

did you use a good hose clamp, or one of those pesky cheap worm style?

can't make it this year, but I'll jot it down for 2022.

interesting. in what manner have they failed? is your blower motor pulling more amps than it should?

it's in the link in my signature. might be in suspension, might be at the bottom in miscellaneous.

out of curiosity, are you measuring your heights using the factory method?

-will the 91 axles be the same as my 87? -------the axles should bolt in. don't assume that the brakes or bearings are the same though, so be sure to buy parts for a 91 axle. -if the rear driveshaft is from an auto will it require modification? ---------given the same engine and rear axle, the auto shaft will be about 1" shorter because the auto trans is 1" longer. the link in my signature has a link with the chart of all the different shaft lengths. -what gear ratio would be ideal for 31's? (my rear axle is 3.08 currently) ---------I prefer 4.10s, but there's a range of what can work. -what gear ratio would be ideal for 33's? (haven't decided on size yet) ---------I prefer 4.88s, but again, there's a range of what can work depending on what you plan to do with it. -I need to buy a center console with the added transfer case shifter. Are the auto/manual consoles the same? --------- I wanna say yes, but the center bit (aka the boot) will be different. -will a xj windshield fit in without modification? Is this a do-able diy job? i've replaced a couple windshields at work before but on army trucks. nothing like this. --------all XJs/MJs share the same windshield. the 97+ rubber windshield trim can be used on older Jeeps. it's a job I would gladly pay a pro to do. especially since it isn't all that much money. -i have a set of 33x12.5r15 tires/wheels. are these an option or should i stick to the 10.5's all depends on what you plan to do with the truck. -what all do i need to modify if i decide to lift for 33's? would it be reasonable to daily? would you recommend a cheap lift or new everything? -----unfortunately pretty much anything you do to the truck will make it a worse daily driver than stock. MPGs get worse, steering gets worse, acceleration gets worse, braking gets worse, noise gets worse, everything measurable gets worse. the question is where is the cutoff line for you. everyone's commutes are different, everyone's tolerances for a old truck are different.

24k miles

define "easy". can you weld? or are you looking for a bolt-in?

I can't relate how lucky I feel to have that little guy. like, he was the last one in the system or some such thing. pricey, but worth it.

at this point a brand new set of 4.5" leafsprings is lookin' pretty good...

it's here. and yes, I will be adding lugnuts eventually. they are... expensive.

what rating are you looking for?

how much lift do you want? or are you purely after increasing weight capacity?

I do believe there's a link to a speed gear chart in the link in my signature. it's pretty simple to swap once you figure out which one you need.

if your soft lines are 30 year old originals, I would replace them. and if you're replacing them, might as well get some that are a bit longer. YJ lines come to mind.

nice! if you're pleased with it, you should offer some up to other owners.

an AAL is infinitely better than a super long shackle.

check for a show nearby!

share more pictures

has your speedometer gear been changed out to accommodate the bigger tire diameter?

3x5 box steel. way less purty but way stronger than the fancy pants bumpers.

ouch. picked 3 ways inside 2 minutes where the vast majority of that 2 minutes is him not picking locks.

ACC makes new carpets if you can't find an XJ one that'll work for you.