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  1. Comanche SS
    Thanks guys, its awesome to know other people enjoy what i do too Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Couldn't pass it up, someone's gotta make an mj one! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Over the last weekend I installed my new Metalcloak Trac bar. I looked at a few options but chose this for a couple specific reasons. 1- Its SOLID Chromoly, 4130 bar. most companies use tube and DOM at that. 2-its setup for LCOG moreso than other brands 3- The heim is gonna wear out and I can install a Johnny joint or some sort of rebuild able joint when it does go out. 4- Larger hardware on both ends and lastly it just rounds out the build since all the other suspension arms are Metalcloak as well, it will all play together properly. Also quickly threw in a new stereo but didnt get photos of that. Some of you might recall I made a relay/fuse box awhile back, I installed that and am in the process of wiring it up. The Fans will each have there own relay based on the thermostatic sensor within the REM Scan tool and will turn on individually. The Amplifier will also have its own relay, and I'm looking into its amp draw to see if it can use the new relay box or need a standalone. I will also have 2 or 3 open accessory positions in the new relay box. The truck runs great, I am slowly tieing up all the loose ends from the engine swap. The battery went kaput during the process so itll need a new one of those and I will beinstalling a master disconnect on it as well. Pics to follow Enjoy my first ever Xmas Ornament in my first place on my own!
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    Got the new engine in and running, through the process the plan was simple refresh and upgrade where needed. So, all gaskets and seals were done, timing chain, new failsafe t stat, Stant 16lb pressure release rad cap, spectra open radiator, new Heater hoses, Hesco WP, new plugs, wires, dist cap n rotor, oil filter adapter bolt, belt, clutch, flywheel, shifter bushings, and tons of cleaning. I did and am in process of wiring up the dual stock e-fans which should keep up well enough for what I plan to do, Muffler was busted so need to replace that, clean up the engine bay little more and I noticed a small oil leak so finding where that is and resolving it. A small bonus was the new engine was already setup with a removed AC pump and the alternator was brought up high. I never wanted AC in this truck and just had the compressor there on the old engine cause finding an AC bypass pulley is not easy. So it was a nice bonus and upgrade that fit right in with what I was doing. It is running really well and smooth though, the old engine was definitely tired and this engine seems very happy in its new home. Once I fix the last few things Ill take it on a road trip through my local mountains to prove I can drive it reliably after owning it for nearly two years and never having left town with it. For those wondering...the 87-90 4cyl coolant reservoir was a great option. Just had to move the fuel pump resistor and little vacuum sensor to a new existing hole nearby, no wiring or hose modification at all. Fit and finish is factory, for 14$ well worth it over some universal bottle that stands out like a sore thumb. Pictures to follow.
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    Yeah I was lucky enough to have one. Was a good investment but inevitably removed it. Its an awesome trans for what it is, in a car. Didn't do wonderful off road where a truck transmission shines more Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    If you have any questions about the 4x4 rsg tr6060 I had one in my last Comanche. Was badass. If you can afford it... Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Got them mated, still need to clean and let the shoehorn begin this weekend. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    So, couldnt get the new engine to mate with the trans and got frustrated and resorted to cleaning the engine bay and parts of the trans while I had the chance to. Couple days passed as my frustration subsided till today. I pulled the last two wires off the trans and just pulled it out as well. I am glad I did, its supposed to be Aluminum colored like the valve cover behind it haha. Cleaning will need to happen and mating it to the truck outside, and then I will shoehorn the whole contratopion back into the jeep. In hindsight it would have been easier to pull the trans initally and just suck it up and do it. Live and Learn. Once it's all clean it should go together quickly and back into the truck where I can come tackle small tasks here and there until its running and driving...Also I snatched an 87-90 2.5l I4 coolant reservoir bottle cause itll fit and look factory. I also got all the stuff to do an open cooling system while I'm in there. I can't wait to get the engine in and start plugging away at the small stuff until its running again.
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    Had a frustrating weekend with the jeep, got the old engine out, couldn't get the new one in, so I took some time to clean the area's I won't get to when the engine is back in. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    On the older 4 cylinders they had an open cooling system. Bolts in and looks factory non ho Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Rear main, oil pan, timing chain and cover. All done. Ordered an open spectra radiator and a 4cyl overflow container. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Engines been out and cleaned and torn down and I'm in reassembly. Also got myself an rem tool from nickintime. Best purchase by far. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Power washed and ordered all the stuff to refresh this engine. Have an entire engine gasket set already with me also that's not pictured. Gonna keep the alternator relocated up high but gonna use my original engines fan clutch bracket as this one came out of a truck that had all electric fans. But it looks great for not even being scrubbed yet. Will look even better after. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Dang you were in my neighborhood when you went through pinyon mountain, that's about a half hour from where I live. Are you local to the area? Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Got it soaking overnight with purple power. But needed some satisfaction so cleaned the valve cover and I'm getting excited. Tomorrow I'm gonna power wash it then get it on the stand for initial tear down. Conplilimg my list of parts and hopefully have it in the jeep in the next month or so. I promised myself a trip to the dessert and snow before New year's. Purple power cleans up grease super easily and super well. I wanna make this engine bay immaculate and I want it to be very simple too. I'm thinking of an egr delete. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Just picked up another 4.0 to slowly build and get ready to put in. The original motor is running but it's tired and leaks more than I fill it with. The new motor is gonna be nothing crazy. I want it to be super reliable, I wanna be able to really put a lot of miles on this truck. Not be afraid to put miles on it. So a full teardown, cleaning, and refresh at most a small cam to liven it up but nothing that requires a laundry list of supporting upgrades. Also picked up an rem scan tool that will control three fans I'll put in during the swap. If I have time I'll pull the trans and tcase and have them cleaned and freshened up also. The current motor has doused the whole drivetrain in oil for months. After I get bored I'll do a fun engine but it sucks having the truck parked and useless cause I'm afraid of getting stuck somewhere. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    I believe we talked on FB. But for a long bed most people get the 2-door XJ flares, since they are just the bulge part of the fender. They go onto the side of the stock bedside pretty easily. Another option for a skilled fiberglass person is extending the fenders to long bed length. Could be done if you are good enough. The picture shows the first option on Some_xj instagram.
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    Enjoy your daily dose of a thousand words Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Nothing as of lately, trying to get settled in my new place. Its still slow and good looking, making it not slow is the next task though, Stay tuned.
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    I've had the fun-runner a year today! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Looks good! what are the future plans?
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    Here's a photo Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    Yeah, I opted for all stainless hardware, hex button head 1/4-20 with washers and a washer nylock on the back, I cut the entire old bedside off along the outer line of the upper bed rail and used the stock bedside rail to mount them. ALong the bottom I made some brackets that mount to the frame in existing holes for the rear bumper and other random holes. I didnt wanna add any holes if possible along the frame. Depending how wide your stance is you might not wanna run the rears. Check out the ZONE MJ in the epic section on the forum. They ran 44's and even at that width on I think the 39s they had some figuring to do with the clearances. These bedsides are designed to allow tires to tuck inside the wheel well moreso. here's the link to the ZONE MJ Build:
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    Bingo, the prices are listed in hanneman website. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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    It's inside the rear wheel well now. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk
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