89 MJ

I use oil eater for my engine degreaser. Works better than anything else I’ve ever used and is better for the planet than lots of other ones. I’ve used this stuff and a pressure washer in my engine compartment several times with no issues. The only thing I had to soak multiple times with this stuff was my tractor because the grease and dirt was hardened and an inch thick in places.

Everything I've heard about those Notch flares seems to agree with your statement that they take a ton of work to fit right. I feel like for a piece as expensive as they are, they shouldn't require much, if any, work to get them to fit. That said, they sure do look great. I wish I would've run them on my truck.

It’s common for the bolts holding the intake manifold to the head to loosen up. Be sure to check on the underside too.

Thank you for saying this. This is what I was trying to say, but failing to word it easily.

If I’m understanding this correctly (doubtful, I haven’t messed with an MJ tailgate in probably 5 years), these are the two holes you’re talking about, right? If so, I think that the hole towards the rear of the truck is threaded and the other hole is a locating hole for a round tab on the hinge pivot.

If you’re questioning it, it might be best to call General Spring themselves and see what they think.

April 2025 - The First MJs Owned by @Awesome Build Thread- Year/Model - 1986 Custom Drivetrain- AMC 150 2.5L, AX-5, NP207, D30/35 3.55:1 Cooling- Aluminum-core aftermarket radiator, new fan clutch Electrical/Ignition- Work in Progress --- have built new battery cables but there are other wiring issues. Suspension/Steering- Stock suspension, Grant Challenger GT steering wheel Interior- Gray Pioneer interior Brakes- Stock for now, but upgrades are planned. Stock brakes actually aren't bad. Lighting- Amazonian LED headlights, everything else stock. Exterior- Currently a mix of gray, blue and rusty metal. Will eventually be painted a sparkly blue. Wheel & Tires- Stock TJ Canyon 15" wheels with 30" Dextero DAT1 tires. Misc- 1980's longbed rollbar. Aftermarket rear bumper that seems to have been a common swap on MJs. Best MJ story- Daughter says: "I was changing the transmission oil and spilled oil all over the floor. It got all over me and it took a while to clean it all up." Dad says: "This was a FREE* Comanche and I drove 4,000 miles to get it. So far it's been worth it. The road trip was pretty fun." Congratulations, Awesome! I am looking forward to see what the future brings for this truck!

Oh boy! That will look pretty cool!

That’s pretty cool!

Interesting. So what trims did those first ones you posted come on then? Or were they an option or accessory for all trims?

Would that be the trim that came on the Laredo?

The two green ones look like it for sure. I’m not sure on the grenadine though.

And a pdf of the brochure for anyone that wants to be able to read the words https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hxlPT-wIcorZX6HHEpSKBIcvHtpR-K8O/view?usp=drivesdk

And here’s the full brochure:

Hopefully coming soon: this fine specimen is getting painted! I went to the Cactus Cruisers show up in Phoenix (well Peoria actually) and bought this Eagle brochure for $2 (there were others too, I should’ve bought them all). One of them even matches my car, if my car were nice. It inspired me to get some shiny paint on this thing. Also got to see these two rigs. I must say, I really, really like the 2.5L. It’s an excellent engine for driving around town.

If no one else does, I’ll probably be pulling mine out of my MJ this spring.

Or if the rubber brake lines are old, could that be the issue?

Weird, I just clicked the link and it worked.

Making good progress!

When the Maverick first came out, I really didn't care for it at all. A close family friend of ours has one and I had to help him move some stuff, so I've put some miles on the Maverick. I have to say, what a fantastic little truck. Over 12,000 miles, the thing averaged 28 mpg, mostly in town and idling. Its not one of the hybrid ones either. Its the regular gasser with AWD. Plus the thing has really good power. Visibility is decent for a new vehicle, it rides nicely, and the seats are comfortable. I didn't care for the transmission shifter much, but that's a minor deal in my opinion. Of course, I also don't need a super short bed and 4 doors either. A 6 speed in them would've been nice. I don't think I like them enough to want to buy a new one, but if one with some collision damage came up for sale for the right price, I'd buy one to use as a beater. You're absolutely correct, that EV pickup definitely needs more bed behind the wheels.

To me, it’s still a little blah. I’m right there with you, the 4.0 is perfect for what I use it for, so there’s no reason to downgrade to something new.

I wonder if that is one of the new Alpha Motor Cars pickups. I think it’s called the Wolf or something. I do wish there were more compact trucks on the market. Stuff like the new Ford Maverick. For what most people use a truck for, they’re great. https://www.alphamotorinc.com

My thoughts exactly! That truck is nicer than mine was

That’s interesting. Definitely worth looking into for the right car.

Reminds me a lot of building my truck. I have as much time fixing rust and dents in my bed as I do the bodywork and paint work on the entire rest of my truck. If I had to do it again, I’d buy a nicer bed.