jimoshel

I would scratch build a frame, use a trailer axle and mount the bed on it.

I would love a '92. Had a chance to get a '91 last week but got beat out of it.

Yes.

It would be easier to specify what you're looking for. I have 3 '86, 4 '87, 4 '88 and 3 '89. I don't have any '90'S. I'm keeping one '87, my DD and one '86 4wd for winter use. None of them will be over $1500.

Going to have to talk you thru it. Got tired of fighting with photo bucket. In the second pic, there is a vacuum line running from it to the 'T' your holding in the first pic..It runs along the top of the firewall. You were correct in that assumption. From the 'T' it runs down the fender well to another 'T' by the cruise control. A short line runs from this 'T' to the cruise control. The line then continues to the vacuum tank behind the front bumper.

I haven't gave up hope yet. I can head East on US 50 to Kansas City, St Louis and up, or North to Denver, then Omaha and up. Have room for one or two to share driving and gas. Can still tow bar a MJ. Let me know.

I have a unmolested '96 in the yard. If some doesn't beat me to it, I can have some pics for you in the morn.

The dash ground is behind the kick panel, drivers side. Check the fuse first. Make sure the HL sw is rotated max clock wise. It might be in the dim, CCW position.

Yes, if they're the same make, model.

The bolt pattern where the extension housing and the transfer case bolt up is usually the same. Biggest difference is the output shaft. On some models you can just remove the ext housing and the TC will bolt up OK. On on others, it will be necessary to swap the tranny output shaft.

Eagle, you're right. After searching I finally found an answer. The bolt pattern was 5 on 4.5 thru 1990. In '91 it changed to 6 on 4.5 meaning it won't match the Jeep pattern. Shucks. It was really a clean looking truck too.

Any body know off hand if the Chrysler Jeep XJ rear axle assembly will swap with a 1991 Dakota?

Pete. There are rust free autos, Jeeps included, in this world. However your doubt as well as the dis belief of others in CC has inspired me to enter into yet another business venture. Announcing the grand opening of "Jim's Rust Free Jeep Road side park and wild animal exhibit" featuring a rust free MJ as the center of the park surrounded by wild animals native to Colorado, caged of course. The animals will include Rattlesnakes, Elk, Deer, a Rhinoceros and a couple young ladies from downtown Denver. Entry fee will be $5.00 which will entitle you to one touch of the Jeep. Posing for pics beside the Jeep, free. Touching the rattlesnakes, free. Touching one of the young ladies from Denver $50.

I would. :wrench:

All yer beer? Must not be much of a beer drinker. :cheers: Oh yes. Looks good.

This is tempting, almost worth selling the unicorn for... Anyone want to buy my Late build '92 Eliminator? Seriously. Rob Any idea of what you want for it?

First thing to do is find out whats wrong with the engine you got now. Make sure a 'simple fix' won't do the job. If it is in fact toast, then find a wrecked vehicle with a 4.0 engine in it. Look for , in preference, a rollover, tail ended, T boned. Only consider a head on if you can insure the engine isn't busted. It's best if the Jeep is still drivable or at least be able to hear it run. I just finished a project doing this. 1989 XJ with a busted engine. Nice shape so worth fixing. I got a 1996 ZJ that had been rolled for $400 and a 100mile trip. Advertised and sold the transmission and rear axle for $300. $50 for the radiator, $50 for the seats. $10 for the hood, it was heavily scratched, and $20 for the good tail light. That's $430. Swapped the engines and got a good running '89XJ. Threw the busted XJ engine in the back of the ZJ and hauled it across the scales.2,700lbs. Another $275. However if you've got deep pockets and want a new engine, any auto parts house can fix you up for $2500, plus installation. :wrench:

If you mean will they fit in the holes, yes. Keep the sensors with the ECU you're using. How hard would it be for you to unscrew one and see?

For a quick an cheap swap, just change the sensors. Sit the 2 engines side by side and swap everything that's different from the '90 to the '91.

I agree, I just have no idea if you can even bend 3 inch tubing like that. Flexible tubing perhaps? Also there are other bends besides 90* Still, nice looking job.

Used one on tractors, airplanes and old time (pre '55) cars and trucks. Also some generators and welders have one.

Do you have a pic? I might have one. Make sure we're talking about the same thing.

Get a complete donor vehicle. Don't piece meal it.

Frames are made from metal. Metal can be cut and welded. The question is 'do you have the time, money, know how to do it? Removing the bed is advisable. Make it easier to access the work area and better inspect the frame. Many years ago I replaced the frame under a 1962 Corvair station wagon using 2X3 tubing. I felt the S/W was rare enough to make it worth the trouble. If it had been a sedan I wouldn't have bothered.

If you get lucky , you may find one in the junk yard. Advertise under 'Wanted" in the classifieds. Make one. If you do find one in the JY, it might be a prudent time to purchase a couple lottery tickets.