bottomline89 Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 This is my first truck, i bought it myself from money i got from mowing and stuff like that. i was 13 when i bought it and I'm 15 now. i got it off one of my dads friends. it sat it a field for 5 years and before that was just a daily driver and before that was a pasture truck that never left the land. NO RUST and the engine still doesnt smoke with 206,XXX miles on the original motor. when i got it, it had a bad clutch, radiator and tires.... it has manual windows and they'd only go down part of the way and wouldnt go back up so i took the door panel off, took a pair of vice grips and "unwound" or streched the spring out and the passenger snapped but the driver's side works great now i put a new radiator, new clutch master cylinder, new resivor tank, new valve cover gasket, new vacuum lines, new rear tires (mud and snow 235, 17, r15), straighten steering and major tune up (distributor, wires, plugs, oil, air filter ect.) this is my last, and most major project was putting a new intake/exhaust manifold gasket which was the first one i majorly took pictures of so here they are from start to finish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buxmj Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 Great truck! I'm impressed with your work already. Keep it up and welcome to the madness! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted January 30, 2011 Author Share Posted January 30, 2011 I haven't done anything in a while but this weekend i finally got around to painting those faded plastic parts (door handles, mirrors, grille, headlight frames) Before- After- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenbob Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Your father should be ashamed for letting you get hooked on the Comanche drug at such a young age! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheapmj Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 nice truck and welcome to the club Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cody4359 Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 good job, most kids expect or get mommy and daddy to hand them everythin on a silver platter. i did the lawn mowin gig, but buckin hay pays way better lol you goin to fix it up a little and keep it stock or whats your plan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted February 2, 2011 Author Share Posted February 2, 2011 finished product of the last few projects :wrench: wichita's been getting snow consistantly so its a little dirty.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted February 2, 2011 Author Share Posted February 2, 2011 I'm not sure what I'm going to do with the truck as of right now.. its only 2wd and i'd love for it to be a 4x4, that also kinda defeats the purpose of lifting and things along that line. ya, mowing paid for 90% of this project, its also successfully sucked those funds dry (parents don't hold my money if you havent guess) but i am getting a job this summer.. i've read a lot into converting it into a 4x4, new tranny (or rod end.. whatever it is), transfer case, front axle, front driveshaft, some have even said new rear driveshaft.. now i'd be MORE THAN HAPPY to put the work into it, i love working on this truck, money's the problem as of right now.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 little update. I'm definitely swapping out for a 4x4 drivetrain, found an 88 cherokee. i was in the mj tech section and someone told me my truck wasnt a base model so i ran the VIN and it came up as a pioneer :thumbsup: probably won't have another update until summer starts and i get the time to work on it again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cody4359 Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 i forget when, but like 92-93 ( i think) the axles got rid of that problematic CAD system and also got a little stronger ujoints. in my 88 xj a branch took the vaccum line off when i was out playing, then another time the diaphram filled up with mud, both leaving me in 2wd. there is a cable engagment kit you can buy but its around $200 and is somtimes a pain to get it set just right. also some lock the 4x4 in place but if its a daily driver id assume thats a no-go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 '92 Was the first year without the CAD. Rob :wrench: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted June 30, 2011 Author Share Posted June 30, 2011 but even if the axle is always locked, and transfer case isn't, will that effect mileage Are there any differences in the mounting of the 92 into my truck? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted August 5, 2011 Author Share Posted August 5, 2011 finally got a couple odd jobs for some cash, looking into bushwacker fenders.. i probably won't swap the drive train until i get a permanent job, hopefully won't be that long. Sadly i have nothing to update on my truck, i'm keeping my addiction going though, i swapped the radiator in a neighborhood girl's car.. (her mom loves me now).. and currently giving a major tune up and new water pump in a buddy's 96 dodge dakota 4x4, he has a NP231 and i keep telling him i'm going to steal it :wrench: P.S. if anyone can answer my question above, i'd appreciate it, Thanks for checking out my build page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comanche12 Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 welcome to club and jeep madness! but even if the axle is always locked, and transfer case isn't, will that effect mileage Are there any differences in the mounting of the 92 into my truck? not really to effect the mileage. just little as unnoticeable? mounting of what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comanche County Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 but even if the axle is always locked, and transfer case isn't, will that effect mileage Are there any differences in the mounting of the 92 into my truck? No, its unnoticeable. Its why Jeep dumped the CAD. Good truck and good work buddy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 mounting of what? of the suspension Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comanche County Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Everything, transmission, TC, front D30, front driveshaft, from the donor XJ "should" bolt right in - except the rear drive shaft. Little safety reminder, get some quality 6 ton jack stands to support the truck when you're crawling underneath it. Also have some sort of secondary support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 I'm long over due for an update on this truck... Latest projects: -made custom design in headliner to keep it up (staple gun) :rotfl2: -new rear brake line. right side. old line broke in half -new passenger door window regulator -new positive battery cable.. (starting to relate to whoever said "inconsistent electrical problems") HERE'S MY QUESTION -new power steering pump pulley after the last one snapped and my fan cut my belt. now it sqeaks! i've put a new water pump in, new idler pulley, checked all the bearings twice and i went with the higher quality serpentine belt the only thing out of the ordinary is that the belt rides further back on the fan pulley, (also an idler pulley), and further forward on the water pump (towards the rad) I can also get it to stop by spraying it with belt conditioner but it comes back by the end of the day. ANY SUGGESTIONS? I'm gonna post this in the mj tech section so where ever you feel like answering is fine with me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comanche County Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Your new belt is probably ruined by the conditioner. That stuff is a rip off and will make the squeal worse . Remove the belt (keep it as a spare in the bed of the truck or under the seats somewhere), visually check for pulley alignment from the side, see if there's a bent bracket or other cause to the misaligned pulleys. Clean every inch of pulley surface with brake or carb cleaner and wipe all pulleys very well. Install a new belt and don't let any fluids touch it. There are some old timers tricks that may work....holding a bar of soap on the belt while its running, same thing with a wire brush, none of that worked for me. The only thing that took care of my squealing belt was what I described above. Go with the Goodyear Gatorback belt, worth the $85 and comes with a lifetime warranty for free replacement. I've cleaned everything and had two new belts in a row squeal right from the store. Also ensure you've got the belt tight enough. Should have less than an inch of play when you press down on it. There's also a special tool that checks belt tension to see if you're in spec. I believe its fairly inexpensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 OK! lets keep this ball rolling... Got my full license so she's been working a little on my buddy's land. been hailing a little trailer around :D so since my last post i've gotten the following done.. - new harmonic balancer - tool box - mounted my cb under the dash. (right above my right leg. doesnt get in the way at all) - new fuel injectors from precision auto injectors. they work great! - new oil pan gasket - new vacuum lines i know this isn't very exciting, just keeping you guys updated.. few pictures.. Playing around a little bit Tool Box :D It's an army green and the rest of the truck is going the same color eventually Harmonic Balancer swap Oil Pan gasket swap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave92cherokee Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Looking good, just keep plugging away at it and you'll get there. Not sure if you ever fixed your belt issue but if not i would recommend getting a mech's stethoscope, it will help you pinpoint noises in the future as well( and there will be many strange noises). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 thanks i got it fixed. i just turned up my radio for a few weeks and ignored it and it went away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted January 26, 2012 Author Share Posted January 26, 2012 well Layla started to act up a couple weeks ago. she would just die as i was driving, she was lacking power so i checked everything and there was water in the oil.. so here we go.. so i broke out the shop-vac and putty knife and went to work. i rigged up a straw and duct tape to get down around the lifters. I spend a whole day and a half of the build just cleaning. time to go back together. got the head torqued down and the rockers back on.... didn't get a pic of the cleaned block and pistons, i was on a roll and just kept moving nice and clean with a new thermostat housing because i broke the old pot metal one.. and today i just got done putting in a new heater core.. :headpop: only if we all had the dash of a cj.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpace6a Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Lookin good man, I was lookin in the central plains thread and it somehow led me here, seems like nobody whose posted there is on CC anymore :huh???: if you ever need some help or wanna go wheelin let me know, my 'manches almost ready to move on its own! :wrench: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomline89 Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 Alright. it's been a long time since i've put up anything new but layla's had a lot of work done to her so i think it's time to get everyone back up to speed :jump: SOOO... the head cracked and that's what caused the water to get into the oil.. NEW MOTOR TIME :) i decided to buy a rebuilt long block from united engines in wichita.. took them forever to find the amc head I degreased and painted all the inner fender wells.. I know i'll love myself for that later :D I've already got 2000 miles on the new motor and she's running like a champ. NOW. i'm looking for a 4x4 donor cherokee.. wish me luck... or you can help me out :D i've been looking forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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