TheNerfsmith

For laughs I plugged in the numbers on some of the ads, sales brochures, window sticker, etc. From what I got from a basic inflation calculator is that the 18-22k range is basically what they would be worth new now. I guess they really do retain their value.

If we can’t find replacements what about making them. For example printing them out of TPU on a 3d printer if we have the measurements to make it in CAD.

I was fortunate that mine already had 4x4, but the only transfer case I found with the proper input spline count was electronic speedometer. So the shop I had doing the work and I came up with a solution to put the cable speedometer back half (which I wanted) to the front half of the new case. They were both NP231's and it seemed like the best way to go about it at the time. Regarding the upgrade rabbit hole I'm pretty sure I'm to far gone already lol.

To add to this, I have a LUK in my AX-15. Works great, I haven't had any issues with it.

I’ve had my eye on this bumper. Here’s the Link. I don’t know how good it is nor what the figment looks like. It looks “close” to stock but also has D-Rings. If anyone has experience with this bumper I’d love to know.

It’s a thought that keeps me up at night as well. Recently, I was checking the price of AirTags after almost losing my keys. I probably will get another for the my Comanche. I will pray for the return of your Comanche.

The brake system is on my radar since I’m planning to swap to rear disc brakes. I’m in the process of budgeting that project out.

What I do know is that my A/C still works and blows cold so I assume it is connected? Maybe not?, I have no clue.

Hopefully this helps. I probably can get a better one if need be.

I actually have no idea why that line on the back of the VC is like that. One of the 3 previous owners put on a cold air intake so maybe that why it’s like that but I have no clue since the MJ runs fine. Albeit with a drop in RPM when the brake is pressed, but I documented why that could be in my build thread.

I still have the CAD that I’m looking to delete. As for the line I’m not exactly sure which one it is but it’s in this photo.

This helps a ton. The previous owner plugged some of the lines with Philips screws so it’s overdue for a refresh.

This next post is of its current problem. Also why I will inspect the vacuum lines and harness when I have the time. When the brake pedal is pressed the engine drops RPM. It has almost stalled because of this. For documentation I have attached the video. When it slows down that’s when the brake is applied. Pretty sure it’s the booster after some deduction and help. IMG_0527.mov

In the spirit of keeping things updated for my build thread I’m adding the media I have currently from summer. This post will be of the photos my friend took of the truck. I haven’t mounted the bar yet but it’s heavy enough to not really move to go drive it quick to an empty lot.

I've been doing a lot of research into the Renix harness so I can clean it up when I get to it over my winter break in December (Along with all my brittle vacuum lines). Does anyone on here have a thread or information on cleaning up the harness? Such as modernizing the engine Fusebox (I've heard it called a PDC?) like putting in a newer XJ fusebox. As for the interior I would just clean that up as I went along putting in new lights and taking out the power interior that was put in. I do plan on doing the jeepcables big 7 at some point.

It's back out for limited release as of 10/20/25. Can't say how much of it is left in stores though.

This is probably pretty niche, but lately while driving or studying I've had Sabaton's Maid of Steel on repeat. It came from the new album release this month. https://youtu.be/fTqB-kWVnBA?si=cR-D0VvfYGZkCFv0

One of my good friends had a $#!&box 2nd gen dodge ram (yes with the v6) and a solution that he found was to buy an adapter like this which slotted into the player. In the experience we’ve had with the adapter it plays audio decent enough for listening.

I don’t plan on playing CD’s. In my personal view that kind of ruins the feel of the 80s for me. I would probably weigh the single and double din options so I could see what would work to mount them in.

Lately, I've been planning out my MJ's interior and how I want it laid out. I've gotten around to figuring out the radio situation. I want to return it to stock with the cassette player and radio, but after some thought would there be any benefit to grabbing a newer radio from a different jeep that still has the ability to play cassettes? This is the question I am hung up on and I'd love to hear any input. I do have the capability to 3d print different odds and ends, so I'd imagine I'd be able to tweak the bezel with some modification.

Are there advantages to the Renix rail? I didn’t know that the systems were that different.

I haven’t taken my MJ out much since it’s been in and out of shops and my garage. But the mechanics who have seen it always comment on how cool it is. As a random aside, at my local CDJR dealership one of salesmen made a comment on how cool it was that I was restoring one. I find they’re obscure enough that the average person doesn’t know what it is.

Are the roll bar brackets still being sold? I need the ones towards the front of the bed and the ones for the wheel wells. Not sure if I need seat brackets as of this moment.

Hi all, I found this Comanche at Gibson Iron & Metal Inc. in Neenah, WI I think it’s an 88 but am unsure. 4.0L Automatic (Column Shift) It has been picked over so there’s not a ton of stuff that remains. Sad to see it non-operational.