BebopComanche

I did not know the transfer case for the 86 model was different from the other years! Thank you for the essential information Eagle. No reason to buy this now I guess, especially since what I thought was dirt and mud in rust. I can see bubbling too, now that I take a closer look.

While doing my daily search for a Comanche today, I came upon this: http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/4703895970.html I plan on giving the guy a phone call tomorrow. But I wanted to see what you knowledgeable folks think. The body looks solid, although closer inspection will obviously be needed. It has the transfer case I want as well, and the price is low for what it is. The engine isn't what I want, nor the transmission, but is that enough to be swayed on a truck that looks solid for the price? Hopefully I can either get what's in there working until I can get the engine and transmission combo I want, or if I can't get it running, just wait until I swap in what I want. I normally wouldn't look twice at a Comanche with these options, but it's hard to find a solid one at this price, so I feel somewhat swayed. What are your honest opinions on this one?

If I believed in coincidence, I would say my looking at items related to this subject today would be one. But I don't believe in coincidence. However, I have seen Posi-Lock recommended on a few forums in my searching today. Have a link: http://4x4posi-lok.com/app_jeep.html

And today I learned you can get parts for the diesel jeep/renault engines from Winnebago.

That is ridiculously far from me... but I really dig that paint scheme.

Raritas? Latin for rare, though I'm sure a lot of you know that. Rare truck, hard to find parts, etc.

You can never have too many Comanches, especially considering how rare this one is.

Was doing some browsing for a Comanche and found these. Thought they deserved some attention. http://www.riversideautoplex.com/used/Jeep/1991-Jeep-Comanche-e7722c9c0a0a00026879004bfb472064.htm 1991 Pioneer at a dealership in Oklahoma. 276k, 4.0L, 2WD, Manual, $2000. No pictures, but if anyone has seen this, it would be nice to know what kind of shape it's in. http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/4422367496.html 1987 Non-runner in Moorsevile, IN, $650. Owner believes it's a hacked up engine harness that came with the vehicle. Motor died and he had the bottom end rebuilt somewhat and new valve seals put in the head. Lots of parts included with it. Not a bad project. http://desmoines.craigslist.org/cto/4436273477.html Two Comanches with lots of parts between them, $1000 for both. Definitely a lot to be had for the money, maybe even a running and driving vehicle between the two, not sure about titles for either one though.

Searching fails me it seems, although I didn't look in that forum because it was a craigslist ad. Oh well, funny is funny.

So... how about that buried treasure?

Found this little gem posted on Jalopnik, On top of it being funny, it's actually in good shape from the looks of it. http://enid.craigslist.org/cto/4119280944.html%3C/div%3E

I actually meant the rear bumper. Typing too fast owns me.

A stunning Comanche to be sure, but I have to ask... where did you get that bumper? It just looks so perfect and flush, like it belongs there. I can't stop looking at that part of this truck, lol.

Any progress?

It was definitely a fun and unique experience! The adrenaline from the excitement was pumping a bit, as well as being the only person besides Rob to drive it. I spent the better part of two hours driving, talking, and learning all about the truck I saw when I was a kid and though was cool for whatever reason. And diesels; I learned about those too. Thanks again to Rob for letting me drive his pride and joy, explaining a ton of things I didn't know, and showing me his collection of Comanche stuff. This was a great way to be welcomed into the community. Looking forward to the day when I can finally scrape together enough money for my own.