Kheltic

Wow, the fact that you found this information is astounding.

Oh wow that's awesome, are those metal bars the supports for front and tailgate? What keeps it from sagging in the middle from rain and snow? Initially I was going to grab some marine grade vinyl and do my best to sew up a template so I can make them. Velcro isn't a problem since I was probably going to but button snaps on the bed and tonneau, kinda like how the old CJ's soft tops worked. Still just have to figure out engineering supports to bow the center up a little. Are you interested in selling the one you have?

Thanks Cruiser, first I'd like to thank you for your comprehensive guide. I actually just stumbled on it a few days ago and I've been going through it. I checked the fuse, cleaned the connectors and checked power going though the fuse. All that was good. I don't remember checking for that connection that goes to the NSS but I do know that my dad removed my NSS and we cleaned it up (fixed the reverse lights, now they work). And my dad is very thorough so I THINK that connection was good but I will have to take a second look this week. Can you explain what this dash rocker switch that says trans control is? I saw a way to bypass it a long time ago but never tried. I should also probably mention that a few wires behind the dash were melted together when I bought the jeep, I've done a lot of wiring repairs through the dash and in the engine bay. Previous owner just kind of added wires and switches to God knows what. Gas tank leaked so I replaced it, also replaced fuel pump and the 3 solenoids in the transmission. All working properly now, except still not shifting as it should, seems like it just prefers to start and stay in a higher gear (I'd say 3rd gear) when in Drive. Takes off like a pig. Manual shifts work great though so I know the cable is working. Since day 1 I've had this shifting issue, I definitely think it's an electrical issue. Either bad TCU or something with this trans control switch, or a bad ground that I haven't found. Really wanted to just throw an AX15 in here but I need this auto to work because all my other jeeps are manual and I need my wife to be able to drive me home from the bar 😅

I've also been looking for the chief stickers for the sides of the truck. Did you have any luck finding them? I'm thinking about making a stencil and maybe permanently painting the comanche chief stripes.

Just stumbled on this old thread. I'm also looking to paint my dash and interior trim on my 88 Comanche Chief. Currently it's this maroon red color and I want to paint it black. Also going to be painting the whole truck in monstaliner. Out of curiosity, has anyone tried to paint the dash with monstaliner? If so, how does it hold up? I bought some SEM spray cans with all the prep cans also but I think I'd rather paint the dash to match the exterior if I could.

I know this is an old thread, but I just stumbled upon this and I found the 6ft bed version of this on their website and I'm interested in it. However, I have the factory roll bar on my 88 Comanche Chief, anyone know any modifications to this? Or know where I can find a tonneau cover that will work with the roll bar? Thanks

Thanks for the quick response. I checked it before posting, I should have mentioned that. It is getting power and fuse is good. 10Amp fuse if I remember correctly. I also changed the shift solenoids and changed tranny fluid.

Hey Guys, I have a 1988 Comanche Chief short bed 4x4 with the 4.0 and automatic transmission. I've owned it for a few years now and use it as my daily driver, fixing it up little by little. Hopefully someone can help me diagnose this shifting issue. When put into Drive, it feels like I'm trying to take off in 3rd gear. Very weak taking off. But if I shift it manually on the floor shifter, the numbered shifts seem to work fine and I can spin my tires if I floor it at a takeoff in 1st. So far I've cleaned up the NSS (Neutral safety switch) and it solved the reverse light problem I had had no effect on the transmission shifting. Curious about this Trans Control rocker switch that I have on the dash which the plastic rocker is cracked. Could that be the culprit? Also saw a few youtube videos about the throttle control cable, but it didn't change anything. Possibly an issue with the Transmission Control Module (TCM)? I have it accessable under the dash on the passenger side. If you guys are thinking TCM, suggestion on fixes? Or replacements? Thanks!