Akula69 Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I've talked about it enough, now here's the project thread for my son's MJ. Interior will be replaced with a full gauge set and a new dash/full console. Also, the shift will be moved to the floor and a tilt wheel installed. Red seats that came with it. I have a set of grays that will be recovered. Needs a new headliner. Can anyone tell me (1) what there are for (I know they are vaccum canisters), and (2) where they are supposed to be? The PO said he thought they should be mounted behind the front bumper, and said he needed to hook them up for the truck to run correctly. In the corner see the green circle where the other end connects to the manifold. Finally, I've figured out why the AC won't hold a charge: Today I replaced the valve cover gasket and cleaned up the wiring at the rear (PO must have had 15 plices back there for various trailer hook-ups). More pics as we go along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttle_Jockey Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Looks like a great starter project the only problem is the asking price is kinda high but I'm sure its worth more than that to him I know my first truck was OH by the way if yo udecide to get rid of the red buckets put me ont the list I have a pretty good upolstry guy onthe southshore -T.J.- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahooSteeler Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 i am interested in the red buckets also if you are getting rid of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttle_Jockey Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Easy there trigger I called first dibs......LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reson46 Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Without the vacuum canister your HVAC, cruise control, and probably some other things won't work properly. The HVAC will only blow out of one set of vents - can't remember which. You won't be able to switch from the floor to dash to defrost vents. It goes in the front bumper on the passenger side. You should see a couple of holes in the bottom of the bumper that line up with the mounting holes in the vacuum canister. You should also only have one canister. Looks like you have a spare. Willy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow14 Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 thought u was keeping the red and just reupholstering them wtfreck?!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttle_Jockey Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 I just noticed it's kinda funny to see a cop with an expired brake tag.....LOL ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted October 2, 2008 Author Share Posted October 2, 2008 Haven't updated for awhile, so here goes: Once the old rubber mat came up the floor was, well, rusty as usual for a twenty year old truck. I didn't get pictures of it at the time, but there numerous porforations. Now, the floor is patched and sealed with a coat of undercoating to top it off. My son has decided he wants to go back with carpet. Underside After that fun, I went ahead and started to prepare for the new dash and console. I found that the splices using the inline taps by the PO were not just limited to the rear bumper area....I removed 8 more from under the dash. It seems he was getting power from evey hot wire he could find! In any case, once the dash was out I traced out each of the plugs and labeled them... Then ran down all the problems with the dome and underdash lights....solving the door to frame short and several others in the process, and added the harness for a power antenna from a donor XJ. Also rewrapped the entire harness to solve abrasion and rattle problems. The best part was when the interior lights actually came on: This book was invaluable - everyone should have one! It really doesn't matter what year (between 86 and 89 are the same as far as I can tell). It has all the 4 trim level harnesses and identified all the plugs. Also replaced the e-brake cable from the pedal to the underbody plate. The new one was from Autozone; I mention that because it was completely rubber coated and sealed (unlike the old one which was rusted solid). Next is the donor console, dash and tilt wheel. The interior will be the blue/gray. More to come later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahooSteeler Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 I found that the splices using the inline taps by the PO were not just limited to the rear bumper area....I removed 8 more from under the dash. It seems he was getting power from evey hot wire he could find! LOL! I think my PO and your PO were one in the same! My PO had the dealer added brush bar and bed cap which were both wired for lights and all that came off the day I got it. So I'm not sure what the other 50 electrical taps he had were for! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjbliley Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 If you can scan that book into PDF format, I will pay money for it just as will other folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahooSteeler Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 If you can scan that book into PDF format, I will pay money for it just as will other folks. x2 Jerry, I was thinking the same damn thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted October 3, 2008 Author Share Posted October 3, 2008 If you can scan that book into PDF format, I will pay money for it just as will other folks. x2 Jerry, I was thinking the same damn thing! Well, I can't take money for it, as it is copyrighted. But I will see about getting it in electronic format and let ya'll know when I can loan it out :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 More pictures to follow! Got a good bit accomplished today...did the vacuum brake booster upgrade (from 89 to 96) and replaced the mal-adjusted tilt steering column and finished the floor shift conversion. Also finished the interior wiring harness repair and started the re-install of the dash. Discovered that the replacement dash had the small speakers installed in the knee panel...never saw them before. Installed the interval wiper moduls and headlight delay module, Put the blue 'buzzer' module in today...now the damn thing buzzes when the headlights are on whether the key is in the ignition or not...wierd stuff... old column The straight column shift link Where the link goes thru the firewall to the transmission The old straight column New floor shift plate Replacing the key cylinder in the new column Still have to solve the adjustment problem on the floor shifter (wants to stay in reverse instead of going into park) and need to find a way to rig the 89 brake light switch on the 96 pedal assembly (when brakes are depressed, the bnrake lights don't come on). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted October 26, 2008 Share Posted October 26, 2008 I think it's the older MJ/XJs that have a regular pressure switch for the brake lights. Like 86 and older. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttle_Jockey Posted October 26, 2008 Share Posted October 26, 2008 Progress is looking good Akula if you get in a bind ove there and need an extra hand let me know I'm thinking about putting mine in news on wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Have not updated in a great while...pics to follow. Been busy with all sorts of stuff. The MJ is close to final paint, did the wet sanding on the primer yesterday. As we want a total color change, the engine/transmission will come out next, then the bed will be removed. Hope to have the final color on by 04 july. Question on bed bolts - I know where they are and what size they are, but most folks that have removed them have had at least one or more snap off in the nut. I saw one member (Goblazers?) had simply welded a new grade 8 bolt to the nut and turned it into a stud...but how have the rest of you guys repaired that problem? Easy outs and heat? Drill and tap? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 tech Qs should really go in the tech forum. more guys will see it and then it'll all be in the database for future searches. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rymanrph Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 What color will it be when you're done? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted June 22, 2010 Author Share Posted June 22, 2010 What color will it be when you're done? Dark shadow grey metallic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted July 1, 2010 Author Share Posted July 1, 2010 Pulled the engine and trans, finished the blocking and the wet sand. Will be applying the epoxy sealer and the finish this weekend. Will remove the cat before painting - I still like his color.... Still need to remive the steering column and various brake lines and charcoal filter line. I want to remove the power steering lines but the tubes are trying to turn with the nut...see my post in the tech section if you have an answer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted July 4, 2010 Author Share Posted July 4, 2010 Painted! Next Project: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakjeep93 Posted July 4, 2010 Share Posted July 4, 2010 i like that colour :thumbsup: nice job on the paint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowboard3r411 Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 ya man that looks real sweet your son well be rocking a bad @$$ mj how old is your son? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted July 7, 2010 Author Share Posted July 7, 2010 ya man that looks real sweet your son well be rocking a bad @$$ mj how old is your son? 16 going on 21 :roll: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula69 Posted July 7, 2010 Author Share Posted July 7, 2010 Wet sanded the clear down with 2500 grit today...it is slick as a baby's butt now...will buff it out tomorrow and then post pics. Found some spray-can "Plastidip" (usually just comes in a dipping can) today as well and plan on using it to refinish the window trim. Gotta drill out the two bolts that held the load leveling valve from the bed as they snapped off when I removed the bed...more fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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