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Thank you, perfect.

Hi all, I've been searching for a good mat to install into my '86 long-bed. I just got a full-body repaint done and want to protect the bed (without doing a spray-in liner). I'm thinking of going with one of the "universal fitment" ones and trimming, as needed. Does anyone have any experience/advice with these? Anyone have one they like, or one I should definitely avoid? Really appreciate any advice here! Also, I'd like to try a new chrome grille on the front...but I'm having trouble finding the right piece? It seems nearly everything available is "only for '88 or later". I've found a couple used pieces, but I was hoping for a new one. I don't really care if it's 7, 8, or 21 slot. Thanks to anyone who can help point me in the right direction.

Haha, ahh thanks guys! I understand what you're saying about the wires. I'll try not to over-think it, but will also avoid cheap wires. And cool idea about re-gearing the axles! I'm trying to keep it fairly stock, but little performance/etc upgrades are tempting. I'm really sucked-in to this thing already...very exciting! Thank you also ghetdjc320, I'll have to look-around and see if I can find your old thread!

Hi all, just joined, and this is my first time posting! I've read-through a lot in the forum, however. I recently purchased a 1986 Comanche, 2.5L I4, Manual Trans, 4 x 4, long-bed, 130k miles. It's in pretty good shape. Doing some preventive maintenance, etc, but really I want to restore this thing to its original splendor. I have two, sort of general and unrelated questions: 1. I'm about to change the spark plugs out with some new Champion copper plugs. Was going to change the spark plug wires too -- does anyone have experience with 7 vs 8 vs 10mm wires? Does it seem to make a difference in HP? Any tips to make this thing sing are appreciated! 2. Next, I was thinking of buying new, rear-window glass. Right now I have, what I think is the original glass, but someone seems to have re-installed it and done an absolute hack-job. The whole situation is pretty beat-up. Anyone ever purchased this? A little pricey, but looks nice and new, and maybe actually fits well? Any tips for this process also appreciated!