Automan2164

Went back to the AMC place today and finally got the pile I set aside there. Ended up getting the tanks/tips/cart for $100, the sandblaster for $20, the brake bleeder for $20, then rounded it off with the air tools/sanding discs for another $50. Pretty happy with it, as just the regs/hoses and tips are worth a bunch. I put some air to the blaster and found out it has a pinhole near the handle, by a weld. Looks like its been there for a long time, so I'll just re-weld the handle in that spot and see how it does. Will, do you know the deal with AGA? My boss told me if they were AGA tanks I am screwed once they go empty, as he didn't think AGA was still in business. They are AGA tanks. Rob

Can't get any more factory, than well, factory. One overhead console / sensor and a bit of wiring. Rob :dunno:

Assuming a rough estimate of an 8 foot long bed, 5 feet wide, and 2 feet tall, that calculates out to be 80 square feet. In 80 square feet, you can put 597.6 gallons of water in a tank of that size. We'll round it up to 600 for sanity's sake. Roughly calculated, that if you had 600 gallons of water in a truck bed, you would net 5010 lbs. Judging by the bodystyle and the interior of the truck I can see, it is a '92-'96 Ford F-series truck. Being that I don't see towing mirrors, I will also assume that it is a plain jane F-150. To benifit the best, assuming that the greatest towing/payload was reached at the end of the build cycle, we will assume that this truck is a 1996 Ford F-150. According to the F150forum.com, the '96 F150 with the biggest V8 (5.8L), has this: GAWR: Front - 3275, Rear - 3777 GVWR: 6250 Stating that the axles can only support 3275, and 3777 respectively. The TOTAL on the truck is 6250. Being that you can only carry the GVWR, thats 6250. So take the 6250, subtract the 5010 lbs of water, and your F150 better weigh less than 1240 lbs. Which it doesn't. That much water, in that truck, or in any truck for the most part, is a very taxing thing on that vehicle. Yes, water only weighs (where's) 8.35 lbs per gallon, but, when you have 600 gallons, it starts adding up. Don't even get me started on how the sloshing 5010 lbs would affect the vehicle on the road. Rob :smart:

That time of the month again in CC land, and why not highlight a project that should be motivation for us all to get going with the approaching nice weather: ---------------MAY 2011 - '87WARRIOR'S - 1992 Comanche------------------ Since it is a project, I decided to list what it will end up with once on the road. MODEL AND YEAR 1992 Jeep Comanche ENGINE & PERFORMANCE: 4.0L+ - Stock Crankshaft and Connecting Rods - Sealed Power Pistons 0.030" - Comp Cam 321 camshaft - 0.00" deck clearance - 0.052" Headgasket - Mopar Performance valve train AW4 NP242 DRIVETRAIN: Dana 44 TJ Rubicon Front Axle with 4.10s and factory locker - Rockcrusher Differential cover Dana 44 MJ Rear Axle with 4.10s and Trac-Lok COOLING: - 1999 Cherokee open cooling - Possible mechanical fan delete with electric fan (TBD) ELECTRICAL & IGNITION: - 1999 Cherokee Engine harness - 22 gallon Dodge Dakota fuel tank STEERING: - Moog V8 ZJ SUSPENSION: Front - 3" SkyJacker lift springs - RE Adjustable track bar - Adjustable upper and lower Control Arms (TBD) - JKS Disconnects - Monotube shocks (TBD) Rear - 2-3" Lift, probably a MT pack with shackles (TBD) - Monotube shocks (TBD) INTERIOR: - Two-Toned, Agate and Gray - 1999 XJ Conversion - Dodge Dakota 40/20/40 split bench - Mid-90's Chrysler rear view mirror with map lights BRAKES: - Front: Vanco 15" Big Brake Kit with EBC Yellow Stuff Pads - Rear: ZJ D44a Rear Disk brakes - 1999 Cherokee Power Booster and Proportioning Valve LIGHTING: - Skinnypedal's IPF housing and 55w 4300K HID bulbs WHEELS/TIRES: - Rubicon Moabs - 245/75R16 Cooper ST MISCELLANEOUS: - Replacing the floor pans, Rockers and Cab corners - Warn VR8000 on custom Hidden Winch Best MJ story Growing up I always liked the “Jeep Truck,” I thought it was the coolest vehicle on the road. There is one truck in particular that I recall. It was a white ’86 with the big orange 4x4 sticker on the side. I can’t explain it, but you all know what I am talking about, but I fell in love with it. The best story I have about my truck has to do with bushings that had 200K miles on them. One hot summer afternoon I stopped by the local Sonic to pick up a Rout44 Cherry Limeade. Since the truck did not have cup holders I had it in my lap as I left town. The road leaving town has a bend in it as it turns into a county highway. I began accelerating to 60mph when my first case of death wobble set in. The violent shaking dumped the entire contents of my Route44 drink down my legs and filled my floor boards while I tried to get the truck pulled over to the shoulder. Talk about frustrating! What owner loves best about CC Without the Comanche Club I would still be driving the Comanche I bought off craigslist. The creativity and ingenuity that the diverse members of bring to the table is outstanding. With that said what I love the most about the Comanche Club is, the members. What would the ‘Club be without Hornbord’s chrome, jimoshel’s stories, freakjeep93‘s frame repair, or Sir Sam’s brutal honesty? The ‘Club has a dynamic in which all members have their place. I love it. The Craigslist picture that sold me New bed painted and Raptor lined 1999 XJ Donor, bought from a hillbilly in Central MO Dash and Door fitting Making the foot brake fit Front clip fit Before Uni-body sand blasting After Uni-body sand blasting POR15, Tie-Coat Primer and two coats of Chassis Black applied to frame Floors cut out and inner frame rail POR15 (^ - yeah, its dusty) POR15 Inside the rear frame rail (I used the spray gun that came with the U-Pol raptor liner kit and attached the 3M Rust Fighter-I Application Wand) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Brett, Congratulations on your MJOTM selection! Your truck is one of those that is in the running process of coming together, and boy is it coming together great. Just take one look at your thread and you can see the amount of members following along, and taking in every step you take. If they have any questions you are more than happy to lend some advice, or a point in the right direction. And this Hidden Winch design proposal? Forget about it. You have given life to an old option by refreshing it, and making it better. Yet another fine example of the little things about this club that makes it head and shoulders above the rest. For a great truck and stand up member, congrats on your MJOTM. Rob :cheers:

Yep, me too. Went to the swap meet, and found this mint gate and tails, $90 for both... Don't need them, but this is just one of those things you can't pass up. Especially in the midrust. Rob

Thats a pretty good photoshop. Rob

Yep, think I might have found the only MJ stuff at the whole place... Tails caught my eye, then he mentioned the tailgate, which is pretty cherry. The tails are pretty mint too. I would have liked to have seen the rest of the truck. He wanted $100 for the gate, and $40 for the tails, beat him down to $90 for the set. Wade found a Jeep History book, has a whole chapter just on the Comanche I got for $15. Circa 1988, so we only get half the info. Got the '86 brochure for $5. Ended up stopping at a rummage sale on the way home, bought the made in usa vise and the master lockout set with all the slim jims/door tools for a $10 bill. All in all a good day out. Rob :cheers:

Been wondering the same... Rob :dunno:

viewtopic.php?f=3&t=25191 Rob

Sorry to hear about your loss. Rob

Tire as in singular. Rob

I present you a summary of this thread while keeping with the theme, and not going off topic: Image Not Found /thread. Rob

Nope, your not the only one Jim. If I need to, I usually just call the local dealer with the VIN, and they can give me the build date. Rob :cheers:

As anyone who junks an MJ should be Jim. Lets not discriminate. Rob

He still have it? Rob :brows:

Maybe offer to stay on longer than a couple weeks if you can finish out part time, and help train a replacement. Rob

I haven't talked to him, but after searching for MJ's, daily CL searches, and I usually go to look at any/all in the area I can, I know the signs. Now that I see there are actually two ad's for a '90 MJ, you must be talking about the one with the pic. I was assuming this one at first: http://springfieldil.craigslist.org/cto/2329813149.html That one reeks of unfinished hackjob project, with someone that thinks their stuff is gold. This one must be the one you are looking at: http://springfieldil.craigslist.org/pts/2336133187.html As for the V8 info, just feel free to toss something up in the tech section asking about the V8 conversions. I am sure all the V8 guys can chime in for you, telling you about the pro's and cons. Myself, I would be after the stroker. Check out this thread for some unholy inspiration on the stoker. viewtopic.php?f=7&t=12248 Rob

While it has been done, a V8 MJ is tough. Its tough to keep one of those cool with the limited space for a radiator and tight engine compartment. We actually have a member right now that is doing it, but has to cut out the front crossmember to do so just to fit a bigger radiator in. I would recommend a stroker conversion for the 4.0L. You can use a 258 crank and rods, making the 4.0L a 4.6 and making a mountain of low end torque. There are plenty of writeups on this out on the interwebs, and a few members here who are running them with great results. Not only that, but in keeping the same block, you will be able to keep all your accessories, sensors, and such, without lots of headache's making something that was never available in it work. Just in case no one has told you, the XJ's to look for are '98-'99's. The '00-'01's have a head thats prone to cracking and causing trouble. '97's are plagued with electrical issues as they were the first of a new body style. '98-9's are revered for being the most solid and reliable in any condition. Don't get me wrong, if you find a '00-1 in good shape for a good deal jump on it. I would just be aware of its history, and check the Jeep for obvious signs of care and maintenance. Make sure it doesn't show signs of being overheated also. Rob :cheers:

Sounds like a basketcase... You pretty good with Jeeps? Sounds like that is an abortion of a project. He thinks he can get $800 or he'll scrap it for that. Been there, dealt with those types. I bet that truck is junk, and thinks its the rarest most awesome MJ in the world. I would think the Elim up in Wi would be a better deal. Looks more solid and unmolested. I think your the closest other member to MCF90. You don't care about HO/Renix? Rob

www.searchtempest.com Only thing I require if you pick that up is you stop by my place in Harvard, IL, and let me see the truck. :D Rob :thumbsup:

Shazaam. http://madison.craigslist.org/cto/2294135815.html Rob

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Paul couldn't have said better. Totally agree. Rob :cheers:

Very nice Jeep. '92 at that. You will have to excuse me at the announcement of a 9/92. I become less like myself, and more like someone who has just seen the Blair Witch. Keep it waxed and clean. Enjoy it. Rob :cheers:

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