Automan2164 Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 This month, we have a fantastic truck, and a great build. It's nice for the mainstream to give us a nod. 8) ---ZONEOFFROAD'S 1990 JEEP COMANCHE--- MODEL AND YEAR 1990 Jeep Comanche Eliminator (well most of it anyway) ENGINE & PERFORMANCE: Golen 4.6L Stroker 270hp/320 ft-lbs tq K&N Air Filter/Pre-Filter Dynomax muffler, SS high-flow header, custom exhaust running out the passenger's bedside DRIVETRAIN: AX-15 Tranny NP-231 T-Case w/ SYE (To be swapped soon) JK J8 Dana44 Front (trussed/sleeved) w/ Reid Racing High Steer Knuckles - ARB Air Locker, 5.38 Superior Gears, Superior Shafts JK J8 Dana60 Rear -ARB Air Locker, 5.38 Superior Gears JE Reel Front and Rear Driveshafts BTF Kryptonite Diff Covers COOLING: Factory dual fan unit Custom Vented Hood ELECTRICAL & IGNITION: Dual Optima YellowTop Batteries Stock Ignition STEERING: AGR Ram Assist/Steering Box (Installing this winter) Custom Drag Link/Tie Rod w/GM 1 Ton Ends SUSPENSION: Zone 4-Link Long Arm Front w/ Fox 2.5 14’’ Remote Reservoir Coilovers Zone Triangulated 4-Link Long Arm Rear w/ Fox 2.5 16’’ Remote Reservoir Coilovers Fox 2.0 Hydraulic Bump Stops (Frt/Rear) Rear Anti-Rock Sway Bar (Installing this winter) INTERIOR: PRP Enduro Recliner Seats and Restraints Dynomat and New Factory Rubber Flooring Wire mesh rear window Cobra CB - 29LTD Army Edition Zone Offroad Grab Handles Pretty basic - no radio, A/C or cup holders in this beast BRAKES: Front- GM Dual Piston Disc Rear- Stock Disc Zone SS braided brake lines - complete custom brake line system from the master cylinder '97 TJ Parking Brake Lever Assembly LIGHTING: Rampage H4 Headlights Rigid Industries 30’’ LED Lightbar WHEELS/TIRES: Mickey Thompson Sidebiters (17x9 w/ 5’’ backspacing) Inner Air Lock Internal Beadlocks Maxxis Trepador Radials (40x13.50x17) MISCELLANEOUS: Unibody completely plated with 10-gauge steel Full Roll Cage made from .120 wall, 1.75’’ DOM with integrated spare tire/Hi-Lift jack mounts Custom full width (rocker to rocker) Belly Pan Rocker Guards built into the rockers Hannemann Fiberglass Fenders/Bedsides Custom Front and Rear Bumpers Warn 9.5xp Winch (wireless remote) in recessed winch mount Warn VTC Air Compressor Complete Warn winch accessory bag and Hi-Lift Handle-All tool kit Aluminum Fuel Cell (15-gallon) Zone Mean Green Paint by M&M Body Shop in Sturgis, MI Vinyl Graphics by Tuckey Motorsports in Coldwater, MI Best MJ story Grenaded the front axle on the first day of the Ultimate Adventure (left inner/outer axle shafts, u-joint, and upper/lower ball joints). Spent the night fixing it with makeshift parts only to catch up with the group the next day and break the other side on the first obstacle. After swapping out u-joints the rig was unstoppable. What owner loves best about CC The members! Since starting the build we’ve met tons of Comanche fans that track us down at shows to see Project MJ in person. First off, thank you for the recognition. We did have the distinct advantage of doing this build on company time and money (while getting paid to do it) but all of us involved are enthusiast and really took this build as our own. Lots of long hours and late nights that is for sure. Matt Zone Offroad Products Photo Bucket Photos (buildup, UA, etc): photobucket.com/ZoneMJ Zone Blog (writeups, videos, photos, event coverage): http://zoneoffroad.com/blog/?cat=188 YouTube Videos (buildup and 4wheeling): Facebook Page (buildup photos, videos, discussions): https://www.facebook.com/zoneoffroad -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What can I say guys? This is one sweet truck. Not only did you pick a Comanche for your show truck, but you did it right too. All the time and money invested really shows. The truck was a performer in the Ultimate Adventure, even if you did have a little setback here and there. What is really important though, is the way you guys kept everyone here in the loop. We've had it before where someone does something with an MJ, and when we try to say thanks, or how did you do that, we get a cold shoulder. You guys started a build thread here, kept us up to date on all the milestones, and answered questions all the way though. It's the dedication to the people that I really like. I don't know too many other companies who would keep up with a small niche forum in the middle of a super-build on a short time frame. It's been a long time coming that you and your truck would be here, and we couldn't think of a better way to kick off the new year. Thanks guys, from all of us on CC. Rob :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TylerJY Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 Man that thing is sick! Grats guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
500 MJ Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 Great choice to kick off 2012! We can only hope to watch another build like this in 2012... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geonovast Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonkatruck Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 Beautiful truck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herc Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Watched the build right from the start, lots of work by very passionate guys who love their work!! :cheers: from :Canadaflag: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: times a gazillion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zone Offroad Posted January 3, 2012 Share Posted January 3, 2012 Thanks everybody. It is still a work in progress and will be back out on the show/trail ride circuit next season for people wanting to see it in person. I will try to get a couple "as is" pictures up for you to see. From the pictures above the most obvious changes have been color-matching the grill and adding the Rigid Ind. LED light bar on the front bumper. Also, we gave you a little shout-out on our Blog to let everyone know to stop by your site for a visit. Thanks again for the recognition. http://zoneoffroad.com/blog/?p=2221 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted January 3, 2012 Share Posted January 3, 2012 Dana 44 front w. ARB, Dana 60 rear w. ARB, 5.38s and 40"-ers. And she's Mean Green beautiful too. Wow, just wow. Outstanding selection for MJOTM. :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComancheKid45 Posted January 3, 2012 Share Posted January 3, 2012 Its just as awesome in person as it is on screen! Love it! :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Devils_own Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Just watched the 2011 ultimate adventure yesterday . It was awesome to see this badass comanche in action . Even though it had small breaks , it still was only 1 of 2 that made it through the big mud pit. Now i want pre runner flares and 40's. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codymanche Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Can't wait till next years calenders Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imstuck Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Those fenders are bad @$$! And the rest rocks too! Great job guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89eliminator Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 well deserved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86customanche Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 :drool: amazing truck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BryGuy Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 This is my all-time fav. Comanche. I wish they had a ton more pictures and details during the build. I've read the blog and watched the video's, but I'd love to see how they fabbed up the inside fender flares in the front in more detail. The best thing about this build is the low COG. The fact that they can max out the suspension, with 40's, without resorting to tons of lift is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountainman Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 :drool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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