MJRemi

If it weren't for the dirt on the end of the bed, next to the tail gate, I'd buy it right now!! Oh yeah, and if I had some money. :brows:

I suppose when we have our first Annual Comanche Roundup it will have to be at your place since you won't be able to move all those trucks. :bowdown: Although, it would be pretty damn cool to see you rolling up in a full size, 12 vehicle big rig car hauler. :jump:

Thanks! I thought that but I had to be sure before making a 45 minute trip.

I can't seem to find what I know has been posted. Q: How many bolts are there at the base of the shifter rod connecting to top of transmission on a ba10 v. ax15? A guy on CL is selling his from an 89 XJ but doesn't know which one and has no pictures. He said it has 3 bolts. If it's a ba10, I'll pass.

This engine was professionally rebuilt 1 year ago under previous ownership. Would the harmonic balancer have been part of that process? I saw a DIY on that so I think I'll try to inspect it when I replace the damaged pulley. All this "mechanical" stuff is somewhat new to me but with help from CC I think I can venture in past my comfort zone. :bowdown:

I test drove the 88 the other day after tightening up some hose clamps. After about 2 minutes of driving I heard whining from the engine. Went back home and opened the hood to see/hear the problem. The belt was the culprit and it was pretty loud. After shutting off the engine I could see the belt was sliding off the pulleys toward the engine block. The water pump pulley looks to have some small dents around the inside edges. I think I can figure out how to re-seat the belt but what causes the sliding and how do I prevent that in the future? Also, is it difficult to replace the damaged pulley or should I hire a pro? I don't want to drive very far with the belt slipping but there is a shop about 3/4 of a mile from my house.

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Alright, thanks for the details. To be clear, I have a 2wd 88 and do not plan on converting to 4wd at this time. The "good deal" used AX15 is a 4wd w/o the transfer case. I probably will be better off hunting for a 2wd AX15 but if that proves too impossible, then I will have to follow your guidelines on the 4wd version. Thanks for the info.

Given his 4.0 is an 88, I'm assuming he's just upgrading from a pukey. What year is the AX-15? If it's 92+ You'll need the 74 CJ 304 pilot bushing. The T-case is a 93. I think the guy had it in a XJ but not sure. I really don't know enough about 4wd to ask the right questions. The BA10 is on it's last legs and I will not invest $$ into it. If you could tell me EXACTLY what I need to transition to a NP231 via the easiest/cheapest route, I welcome any and all input. Thanks, Remi.

Thanks JeepcoMJ! I'll try that route. Now I just have to find a great deal on a T-case.

So it will drive just fine with a transfer case even though it's 2wd? I have very little know-how of mechanical things and zero of 4wd things, so sorry if my questions are basic in nature.

I can get a 4wd ax15 for a good price but a have a 2wd. Can it work , and how??

Congrats!! I just purchased a 88 Eliminator to be my project truck and i will refer to your build often to get ideas.

Thanks. So I guess I can drive it without trouble from those two items at least. Good to know.

Looks like a fun project. How do you guys find such inexpensive junkyards? I went yesterday for my virgin trip to a San Diego junkyard that specializes in trucks and suvs. I saw four XJs and one of them was a Limited in great condition. I was going to go crazy with stripping it until I was quoted some prices. $100 per door. $90 dash. $100 front grill. $90 bumper. $800 D44 etc.,etc. I composed myself and left with a nice leather steering wheel and a passenger side pivot wing window assembly. $70 for both. Anyway, have fun with the couch and don't forget to hook the tail lights up for ambiance. :cheers:

While looking around on the project 88 I saw a line next to the BA10 (L side ) that wasn't hooked up. Can someone tell me what this is and does it need immediate attention? Also, next to the bottom left of the rad I saw this unhooked device. There are many other questions I will have in the near future. Thanks for any help.

Have a great Thanksgiving everyone. :cheers: I look forward to the meal each year but this year I can't help but think about spending time off work to get some parts for the 88 I just picked up. I think someday in the near future there is going to have to be a "nervous hospital" constructed to house all of us that suffer from Jeep Comanche Disorder or JCD, as it it known in the medical field. :nuts:

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/2074436240.html Even though it's a Comache :shake: , it's still for sale near San diego.

I'll look around for those years. I want this to be as simple of a swap as possible. The cross member info is good to know. Pardon my ignorance on the next one. Do I need a transfer case on a 2wd?

And some of the truck, as well! ;)

Since I just bought this project MJ knowing the tranny is going south, I don't want to put money into a BA10. I will put a reman ax5 or ax15 in it's place but I don't know the pros & cons of either one. Is the ax15 better and are there issues with fitting it into place when the BA10 comes out. This truck is going to be a very good quality restoration project so I don't mind reasonable differences in cost. 1988 MJ 4.0 2wd 5spd Any input is appreciated. Thanks!

A) What is it that says Eliminator? I don't know how to tell from the options. B) No, I did not get permission from wifey. She thought I was going to pick up a couple parts, not an entire truck. The fight went on for quite some time. Luckily, I have two dogs because I will be rooming with them for an undetermined period of time.

You are younger than every MJ Comanche ever built. Happy Birthday.

I found this 88 on CL a few days ago and thought it would be gone by Saturday, which is the first chance I had to drive 70 miles to see it. It's a running 88 4.0 2wd 5spd swb with 300k on it BUT the engine is a shop complete rebuild with 2k on it and documentation to prove it. ($1600). Now, a year later, the gears are starting to grind and the elderly woman owner doesn't want to put any more $$ into it. So..... it was offered at $850 due to the tranny and a lot of cosmetic issues needing attention. For $600 I took it to it's new home to be my project truck. I hope the following photos come through. If not, I will work on getting pics posted as well as registry info. Also, I realize it looks a lot like my 89 2.5 :D Image Not Found Image Not Found

If you have the back wall carpet panel and/or the headliner panel, I would be very interested.