jpnjim Posted July 4, 2010 Share Posted July 4, 2010 Very cool thanks for the heads up I will give it a looking at I'm a member there as well . . . Ad expired 6 29 2010 from the way it read so I'm sure its long gone . . . Mike http://amccars.net/cgi/yabb2/YaBB.pl?num=1277333191 2bbl. mani. & open model 2006/23/10 at 22:46:31 For that cheap, it might have gone fast, but it was only posted a week and a half ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted July 4, 2010 Author Share Posted July 4, 2010 It mentioned some thing about a scrape truck so I'm guessing if it didn't sell it was scrapped ! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted July 10, 2010 Author Share Posted July 10, 2010 Engine is bought, offer in on an AX-15 still waiting for the AMC-20 rear end and some doors :thumbsup: Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted July 11, 2010 Author Share Posted July 11, 2010 So what do i need to do with my front suspension ? . . . To hold an AMC V-8 ? Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
360MJDude Posted July 13, 2010 Share Posted July 13, 2010 I put a 2" spacer on mine to level out the front even though I got v8 coil springs from a grand Cherokee and also the pitman arm to keep steering geometry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comanche County Posted July 14, 2010 Share Posted July 14, 2010 360 in a MJ! :drool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted July 14, 2010 Author Share Posted July 14, 2010 My truck is a 2WD will Grand Cherokee springs n shocks work on my MJ ? I like the stance I have now so I'm trying to keep it. I'm trying to sitt any higher then I am now. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
360MJDude Posted July 19, 2010 Share Posted July 19, 2010 I put the GC springs bc I wanted the v8 spring rate. I didn't notice any height difference until I put the spacers on to help provide clearance between the axle/steering and oil pan. Ive saw in a coil spring spec book (NAPA) that the ride height of the I6 and the V8 were the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MancheKid86 Posted July 20, 2010 Share Posted July 20, 2010 :yes: :nanner: :needpics: lol had to, to much talk and not enough pictures :D can't wait to see what she looks like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted July 20, 2010 Author Share Posted July 20, 2010 You think ill have the same oil to axle/steering issues with the AMC V8 ? Will the GC V8 spring/shock combo work in my 2WD MJ ? Yea there will be plenty of pics don't worrie ! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted July 23, 2010 Author Share Posted July 23, 2010 so will the GC Spring/Shock combo interchange with my 2WD MJ Spring/Shock combo ? Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted July 25, 2010 Author Share Posted July 25, 2010 :bowdown: I chatted with some G/C guys they said yup GC XJ MJ all will interchange 2WD/4WD don't make a difference Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted August 12, 2010 Author Share Posted August 12, 2010 The engine is home :clapping: the 2.5er hauled its replacement home this morning :thumbsup: Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted August 12, 2010 Author Share Posted August 12, 2010 :cheers: The little MJ handled the load very well, tho if i had to do it again i would rather have the V-8 under hood and the I-4 laying in the bed :thumbsup: Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kastein Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Swap em out already then :yes: I want to see this run... PS, I have an old 2.slow that I am going to be using as an air compressor eventually - it will run rough on only 3 cylinders but I don't care! If it doesn't do very well I will turn it into a very strong drill press / lathe type setup using the AX4 I got with it and some semi-redneck ingenuity. What are you gonna do with your old one? I think it would make a good go-kart or coffee table... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
91MJdude Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 there is an upcountry package springs for the grand Cherokee that are v8 spring rate and 1.5" taller, but for the price u can just get reg v8 GC springs and coil spacers. also the summit brand block hugger headers are a good fit, with only minor sledge hammering to the passenger side frame rail. they come uncoated but for 119.00 they work great for mock up and if painted right should last a few seasons. there will be plenty of room between the front of the engine and radiator area, so just go far enough back with the engine until the oil pan will clear the axle tube + 2 inches back. we have slight trouble with the y pipe we made when the driver side wheel tucks, the differential housing contacts the tube. although this isn't a problem since its street driven. just something to watch out for when you make the exhaust. whats your plans for the cooling system? what side is the w/p inlet on and thermostat on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 :hmm: I don't know, i'm just getting things bought . . . Y-pipe won't be used on my truck, its getting Duel exhaust as i will be removing the fuel tank its rotten on top anyhow and i'll be running a fuel tank/cell in the bed behind the cab . . . Why do i have to set it back 2" from the axle tube ? my truck is 2WD no diff to clear . . . Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
91MJdude Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 ahh... okay. I forget your doing 2wd. yeah, should have plenty of room for dual exhaust. you will see when u set it in the engine bay the first time, the rear of the block will be 1/2 inch off the firewall, and the sump of the oil pan ends up being 2" or so rearward of the axle tube. then just fabricate some mounts and your all set. should fit under the stock hood. depends on carb and spacer. looking forward to seeing it run! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 I have a way's to go before the engine gets dropped in ya know, I still need a transmission and rear axle . . . AX-15 2WD & AMC-20/4.10s . . . Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted August 17, 2010 Author Share Posted August 17, 2010 They offer sun frame stiffeners for the XJs any idea about such a thing for the MJ ? If so would I need such a thing ? Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted August 20, 2010 Author Share Posted August 20, 2010 :cheers: My rocker panels came :banana: This project is coming together nicely Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 the projects forum is really more for us asking questions about your truck. your questions should go in the tech forum so that more eyes will see them (increasing the chances of a correct and thorough answer) and also that it will then be in the archives for searching. but while I'm here, frame stiffeners can be beneficial for XJs because they are overhyped grocery-getters. :D MJs were made for working and come with very strong and rigid frames. :thumbsup: rust is the one thing that MJs have to worry about since that can cause the frame to break in two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted August 21, 2010 Author Share Posted August 21, 2010 :cheers: Be that as it may i'm 4 pages into this build haven't got much notice :hmm: Not so sure the my MJ was made for "working" as much as just a commuter, It wasn't happy hauling that engine around for a couple day's . . . I could feel the floor flexing under the strain when driving around any unevenness in the terrain was felt in the floor you foot would get pushed up some times down depending on which way it was flexing, So i ain't sure its a "stout" as she once was but the framing still has paint on it and no soggy soft spots from rot but i think fatigue is present :hmm: Couldn't be that i was well overloaded, Ya can't over load a Jeep truck ;) Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MancheKid86 Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 :hijack: the projects forum is really more for us asking questions about your truck. your questions should go in the tech forum so that more eyes will see them (increasing the chances of a correct and thorough answer) and also that it will then be in the archives for searching. but while I'm here, frame stiffeners can be beneficial for XJs because they are overhyped grocery-getters. :D MJs were made for working and come with very strong and rigid frames. :thumbsup: rust is the one thing that MJs have to worry about since that can cause the frame to break in two. what he means to say is :yes: :nanner: :needpics: lol had to, too much talk and not enough pictures :D :shake: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMC-MJ Posted August 21, 2010 Author Share Posted August 21, 2010 :???: I have plenty of photos posted of the progression :hmm: Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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