edman2007 Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Here are some pics of the newly acquired 1992 Cherokee. Didn't know if this belonged in the projects section since it is an XJ. Feel free to move it :thumbsup: Some specs on it: Paid $1,000 for it. 170,000 miles, runs strong. All fluids replaced 3 years ago. New cooling system and shocks. The PO was a napa mechanic. I know its rusty, but Its still sturdy everywhere but the rockers and floor. POR-15 on the floors, stuff dries harder than heck. So far very impressed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 :thumbsup: Silver POR-15? Never seen it in silver before, looks kinda cool. Looks like you know what you are doing for taking care of the rust. Are you gonna tackle the rockers too? I'd like to see progress pics of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted March 7, 2009 Author Share Posted March 7, 2009 Yeah, the silver has aluminum metal filler in it so it is a little stronger/fills in divots really well. I am trying to decide between replacing the rockers with factory panels, or making build in sliders instead of the rockers. At $50 a side for new panels, i'm wanting to just weld in some steel bar, but it would be nice to have the "factory" look on it too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falder Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Ya, why bother with replacing them when you'll end up tearing them out eventually to put some sliders there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted March 8, 2009 Author Share Posted March 8, 2009 I found this posting today. http://mankato.craigslist.org/pts/1063978072.html Might be able to piece together a nice rig with it. D30 and D44 with aussies $800, 4.5 inch lift which includes rear 3" leafs with 1.75" greasable shackles, front 4.5" coils, rustys lower control arms $400 (just need a trakbar). 5-31x10.5x15 bias ply SS TSL's still in pretty decent shape mounted on 15x8 crager soft 8s with 4 inch backspace - $350. Front axle has abs setup, can it be run on a non-abs vehicle? Thanks, JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drahcir495 Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 Cut 'em and weld sliders in - hit the wrong option :grrrr: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfpackjeeper Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 sliders are so easy to do, so why not. Done right they look factory. If you use some 2x2.5 or 2x3 in tube they will not be noticeable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted March 8, 2009 Author Share Posted March 8, 2009 Yeah, i just need to figure out a good design. My pinch seam is pretty much gone so tying into that is not an option. I don't really know If i trust my welding skills by welding onto the frame, so I would probably just have to weld to the sheet metal on the body only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted March 20, 2009 Author Share Posted March 20, 2009 Got some new tires yesterday. They will be the basis of my lift and mods. They are new 31x10.5 BFG AT-KO's. Got them for $60 :brows: . Long story short, my dad's friend was turning in his '97 tacoma for the factory recall on the frame (KBB Excellent value + 50%) He decided that the tires that he had just put on should go to somebody who would use them (ME). All I had to pay for was $20 for 4 junk 30x9.5's and $40 to swap them out. I'm looking at the RE 3.5" lift to fit them, new axles with 3.55 gears or higher, body mods on the rockers and rear quarters, and possibly some new bumpers. Will keep updating as things come along. PS: If anyone in my area has some axles for sale, pm me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted March 28, 2009 Author Share Posted March 28, 2009 Alright, havent done much lately other than tuning up the engine and general maintinence. Been looking at buying a 3 inch lift. So far I have came up with these (tell me what you think) I'm not looking for super flexy, most driving will be done in pastures and mud. I just need a decently priced kit with good on road manners. My rear springs are already pretty shot, so I am thinking blocks is the best option until I get new springs. Tuff country Jeep Cherokee XJ 3.5" Lift Kits - (with rear blocks) $300 Good: LCA's, no AAL, trackbar relocation Bad: No shocks, sway bar extensions Motion 3" kit (Springs, AAL, Blocks) $200 Good: Reputable seller Bad: No LCA's, trackbar, swaybar links, Has AAL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNT Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 Alright, havent done much lately other than tuning up the engine and general maintinence. Been looking at buying a 3 inch lift. So far I have came up with these (tell me what you think) I'm not looking for super flexy, most driving will be done in pastures and mud. I just need a decently priced kit with good on road manners. My rear springs are already pretty shot, so I am thinking blocks is the best option until I get new springs. Tuff country Jeep Cherokee XJ 3.5" Lift Kits - (with rear blocks) $300 Good: LCA's, no AAL, trackbar relocation Bad: No shocks, sway bar extensions Motion 3" kit (Springs, AAL, Blocks) $200 Good: Reputable seller Bad: No LCA's, trackbar, swaybar links, Has AAL Blocks lower an MJ since its SUA.... :rotf: :rotf: :rotf: Hells Creek make MJ lift springs. :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted March 28, 2009 Author Share Posted March 28, 2009 :huh???: TNT, are your pain pills getting to you? :nuts: This thread is about my XJ :doh: , I sold my MJ almost 2 months ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 My rear springs are already pretty shot, so I am thinking blocks is the best option until I get new springs. Bad choice. VERY bad choice. AFAIK all the blocks commercially available are aluminum castings. Aluminum doesn't "rust," but it sure as hell corrodes. One of the guys at NAXJA had to be towed out of Paragon a few years ago because BOTH his rear blocks had turned to powder and when they got stressed in an off-camber situation they disintegrated. Literally -- all that was left was powder. Find an old set of XJ springs, cut the eyes off the main leaves, and use 'em as AALs. That'll bring you back up to stock. You can also toss in the "donor" 2nd leaf as a second AAL for your lift. It won't sag, because all the leaves will start off with the same native arch so they won't be fighting each other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted May 7, 2009 Author Share Posted May 7, 2009 Been a while since i have posted, been working a lot lately (well, for a 16 year old). those junky non-existent rockers have been replaced with sheet metal (frame tied sliders to come later) and are going to be coated with por-15. Picked up the axles I needed with 3.55 gears with full front and rear suspension and 2" spacers for $160 (d30 and d35, i know it sucks, but that's all that has been available lately). So as soon as school is over, put the XJ out of comission and do a bastard-pack rear and spacer/coil front to fit the 31's. Progress pics to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted June 4, 2009 Author Share Posted June 4, 2009 U-Joint tore itself apart in the rear on sunday, so the XJ has been under the knife. Still going with the bastard pack/spacer lift. My leaf pack right now is a Main, Main, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4. Do you guys think this will be too stiff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 I say never never replace, upgrade instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWLONGSHOT Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 http://www.madxj.com/ Down near the bottom is a couple good write ups to give you some ideas.... CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edman2007 Posted September 10, 2009 Author Share Posted September 10, 2009 Where did summer go?, although i did finally get some projects don on the XJ! and just for kicks, everything i have done except the sound system, has only cost around $500 from this To this Still have plans in the works- Front and rear winch and tire carrier bumpers to make in welding class this winter/spring Finish painting/bedliner on lower bodyline Folding light bar on top Gas tank skid, and probably Crossmember/tcase New rear axle (8.25 or 8.8, probably an 8.25 found one for $125 with 70k miles) Rear selectable locker the work just never stops! Thanks for comments, JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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