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"Ok, the color is ok for now until i reapholster it. Is it in decent shape? Does it have any rust, etc? What state are you in?" I'm in Hope, Indiana 47246. I'll have to check on the rust. I'll try and pull the seat out in the next few days. Tom

I do have a bench seat to trade. Its cordoba or the redish brown color. Tom

OK, then I don't know exactly what you are asking. Since you have listed that you are using the '87 flywheel, I'll assume that you plan to use your Renix ECM and other wiring. I didn't go this route with mine. But from memory, you'll either have to adapt the ERG valve or delete it. If no smog laws, then delete would be the best option. The next is to adapt the throttle position sensor and also the throttle body. Since, I would assume you sent with the newer manifold, then keep the newer throttle body. That way it matches the manifold. So, what you need next is how to adapt the throttle position sensor. There are some writeup on the web for that. I remember someplace selling a conversion kit for this. It was about $100. I'd check Cherokee America for a write up. Also, maybe Rusty's for that kit. Tom

I never really though about a flip kit. I think there are other options on a Passenger side drop. I haven't really looked at that problem in a while. My main concern at the present is the Ford 8.8 and what I need to do to get an even lift, Front and rear. Rusty's list a 4.5" lift kit. Then the rear springs on their site says 4" lift. I didn't know about Hell Creek spring options. The Metric Ton springs with their long AAL might work. I just didn't see link to it on their website. I was originally looking at DPG for some front spring or RE setup. Still, a bit expensive. I might have to see what the rear lift nets and then match springs to that. Spacer or the adjustable spacer might work out. Mine will be a daily driver, so some ride comfort is wanted/needed. Tom I did a websearch: '74-'79 Wagoneer Narrow-Track Dana 44 Differential Location: Passenger side Lug Pattern: 6-on-5.5 Good For: At about 60 inches wide it's a good streetable swap for most Jeeps with a passenger drop T-case Pros: Very common in wrecking yards, heavy-duty axle tubes, cheap, easy to convert to other popular lug patterns with bolt-on junkyard parts Cons: Will need to outboard mount leaf springs if used on CJ or YJ Identified By: Stop sign like diff cover, spring-under housing, 60 inches wide '74-'79 Cherokee Chief/J-Truck Wide-Track Dana 44 Differential Location: Passenger side Lug Pattern: 6-on-5.5 and 8-on-6.5 (some truck) Good For: It's basically a full-width axle (66 inches wide), good for light-duty full-width conversions on CJs, YJs, TJs, XJs and others with a swapped in passenger side drop T-case Pros: Fairly common, heavy-duty axle tubes, easy to convert to other popular lug patterns with bolt-on junkyard parts Cons: Will need to outboard-mount leaf springs if used on CJ or YJ, spring-under housing Identified By: Stop sign like diff cover, spring-under housing, 66 inches wide So at least one option. Maybe a few inches wide and the bolt pattern is different. Still, doable.

Pete, You may be right on the CJ axles. I went with the Dana 300, I guess more for I wanted to be different. With twin sticks and 4:1 ratio it will give me flexibility of FW, RW and 4WD in both Hi and Low. I'll probably never use it though. Tom

Pete, The Exploerer should have the same BC as the MJ. I haven't worked out the Dana 44, yet. That is a future project. I could possibly get some Moser axles drilled for the MJ's present BC. As far as the exhaust, I am thinking of running it straight back. I will have to see how that interferes with the gas tank. I might have to put the gas tank on the passenger side. Tom

Pete, I'll be getting a Ford 8.8 from a 95 or Newer Ford Exploerer. That's for the rear disk brakes. I haven't selected a Dana 44, but probably from a Jeep CJ-7. For my setup, I am going with a passenger drop. That way, I don't need a clocking ring. I have already drilled the NV3550 for the bolt holes. I am looking at the MJ 3" lift in the For Sales section. I'll have to check is those shocks would work for 4 to 4.5 inch lift. Also, weather I can use spacers for those springs. Tom

New hear, but have been on other Jeep Boards. I am getting close to doing a lift on my '88 Comanche. I am going with a Ford 8.8 with 4:10 ratio. I don't have the rear end yet. I have been looking at Rusty's rear leaf springs. I think this board likes Hell's Creek's. I will check into them. I didn't see any price or even lift kits on their website though. I want to retain the axle over the springs. Since the Ford 8.8 is about 3-5/16 OD and the D35 is about 2-1/2. So there is about 3/8 difference. Is that much to worry about, etc. I will probably be putting a Dana 44 latter for the front axle. Mine is 2wd at the moment. I have a NV3550 for the tranny and a Dana 300 for the TC. That will be getting a 4:1 gear kit. Any suggestions welcomed. Tom

If new CCV lines don't do it, then two or three things to try. First get a good seal on your valve cover. I'd see if there are any rubber or rubberized cork gaskets. I went with a '95 valve cover, and then did the Big Tube conversion from the MAD/XJ site. I had to cut the hose and put in some other tubing to lengthen it. Tom

One thing you might look into, is the flywheel. I think there are different timing marks for different years. I'd at least check an interchange parts directory for that. Or possibly the dealer. Tom