mzairboy Posted June 28, 2013 Author Share Posted June 28, 2013 I had the shop check when it was in for inspection. They didn't find anything loose. I will double check it again myself, just to make sure. Thanks for the heads up, that could've really helped me out! Wait! If it sounds anything like a rod knock, check your flexplate-torque converter bolts first. There is an inspection cover at the front of the transmission. Under that is the engine's flexplate which is held to the torque converter by several bolts. These have a habit of backing out over the years and making a sound very much like a bottom end knock. Turn the engine by hand and tighten these, and you may just save yourself a lot of heartache. If you need pics, I can get some for you later today. Beautiful truck, by the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted June 28, 2013 Author Share Posted June 28, 2013 Got "Baby Blue" back from the shop today. Once we finally figured out what front axle was on it, the parts were ordered and replaced quickly. The front axle is off a 97 XJ, so I know for future reference. I also replaced all the brake fluid to DOT5, added a new steering stabilizer, replaced the fuel filter, added a mandatory license plate light, and replaced a front brake line. The engine knock sound also went away. Here is another photo, just because I love taking photos! Image Not Found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted July 4, 2013 Author Share Posted July 4, 2013 Some updates. - I was able to fix the passenger seatbelt. It turns out part of the belt was tangled in the seat frame underneath out of sight. All better now! - The gas gauge kinda works. It doesn't accurately show fuel levels. Haven't run out of gas yet, but I've come close. - Chrysler sent me a build sheet! You can read it below. All I did was send an email to Chrysler with my VIN number and request a build sheet. They sent me one a few days later. Thank you for contacting the Jeep Customer Assistance Center.We are pleased to provide vehicle build information per your request. According to our records, your vehicle was equipped from the factorywith the following:VIN 1J7FT26L3KL402897 Vehicle Description JEEP COMANCHE Model Year 1989 Body Model MJ T L 62 Color PB3- Intense Blue Pearl Coat Sales Code DescriptionAPAS Monotone PaintBAYP 105 Amp AlternatorBGAS Power Front Disc/Rear Drum BrakesBKPS 10x2.5 Rear Drum BrakesCBAP Straight Back Bench SeatCKA Carpets - Floor and Cargo AreaCSRS Passenger Assist HandlesDGB All 4-Speed Automatic TransmissionsDGSS 4-Speed Automatic AW4 TransmissionDHAS Lock-Up Torque ConverterDHTP Elec,Shift-on-the-Fly,P/Time T/CaseDMDS 3.55 Rear Axle RatioDRJS 175MM Rear AxleEAAC All EnginesGACS Tinted Glass WindowsGBBS Tinted Windshield GlassGCBS Front Door Tinted GlassGEHS Fixed Door Vent GlassGNAS Rear View Day/Night MirrorGRZP Left Remote MirrorGSZP Right Remote Control MirrorGTZ Manual Remote MirrorsHAA Air ConditioningJAAS Instrument PanelJAZS Analog Instrument ClusterJBFS Instrument Panel Black BezelJCAS 85 MPH Primary SpeedometerJHA Var Intermittent Windshield WipersJJA Cigar LighterJKBS Inst Panel Mounted Hood ReleaseLAFS Key in Ign/Seat Belt Warning BuzzerLBCS Glove Box LampLMAS Halogen HeadlampsMBJA Black Front BumperMB1S Black Front BumperMDAP Front License Plate BracketMFFS Black GrilleMHBS Bright Windshield MoldingsMMCS Rear Qtr Solid Window InsertMMGS Belt MoldingsNAAS Federal EmissionsNBKS EVAP Control SystemNDAS Catalytic ConverterPB3 Intense Blue Pearl CoatQB3S Intense Blue Pearl CoatRAAC All Radio Equipped VehiclesRAB AM/FM RadioRCDP 4 SpeakersSBAA Power Rack and Pinion SteeringSCBS 2-Spoke Steering WheelSFAS Standard Duty Shock AbsorbersSGAS Rear Shock AbsorbersSUA Tilt Steering ColumnTAAC All TiresTBCS Compact Spare TireTBMS Tire Carrier WinchTMW P215/75R15 OWL All Terrain TiresWJD 15X7.0 Styled Steel WheelsXBSS Pickup BoxXFAS -35F Protection Anti-FreezeYAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. SpecificationsThanks again for your email.Sincerely,SamanthaCustomer Service RepresentativeJeep Customer Assistance Center Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted July 14, 2013 Author Share Posted July 14, 2013 Rough drafting a center console. I will have it welded up and powder coated. This design is boxy, I may have to refine it a bit more. Image Not Found Image Not Found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dscowell Posted July 15, 2013 Share Posted July 15, 2013 I like that design! Maybe round the corners and edges :dunno: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted July 16, 2013 Author Share Posted July 16, 2013 Today I did some real world testing. I figured out they are the perfect size for milkshakes, but not quite large enough for my phone, yet they snugly hold a bottle of water. I'll do some tweaking and get this welded up. Not having cup holders becomes annoying rather quickly. I like that design! Maybe round the corners and edges :dunno: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted July 16, 2013 Author Share Posted July 16, 2013 Disaster strikes! Ran to pick up some parts today during work. Drove about 20 min down the road and saw my water temp was up to about 210-230, depending on speed. On my way back to the shop I got stuck in traffic, and the water temp quickly rose to 230-250. Arrived back at the shop a few min later without issue, and the water temp was back down to 230 when I parked it. Went inside to grab some parts, and when I came out, radiator fluid was everywhere. It shot out the grill, out my fender wells, up my windshield somehow, and everywhere inside the engine bay. In short, the radiator hose blew apart, and I realized my electric fan is not working properly. The local shop will have a new hose for me tomorrow. Total repair cost is $15, not including new radiator fluid or fan. Image Not Found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjrev10 Posted July 16, 2013 Share Posted July 16, 2013 I'm a fan of the 97+ t~case handle. It's kind of a sneaky mod not everyone would notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted July 23, 2013 Author Share Posted July 23, 2013 So sneaky I didn't even notice... It does have an NP242 in it, so I'm guessing that is why its there. I'm a fan of the 97+ t~case handle. It's kind of a sneaky mod not everyone would notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted July 23, 2013 Author Share Posted July 23, 2013 Update: Was running around using the Comanche as my daily driver. Still sorting out cooling issues, but I am getting help from different people on the forum, and I may be able to figure it out. See: http://comancheclub.com/topic/39558-electric-fan-and-cooling-issues/ Another issue I have is the gas gauge does not display correctly. I wanted to see how many miles I could put on before running out. My journey ended at a gas station in the middle of a severe storm with extreme rain and lightning. I managed to squeeze 22 gallons into my tank. I'm not sure how many gallons the tank actually holds, but I'm sure I was running on fumes, and I'm glad I made it to a gas station in time. I was able to get 259 miles out of the tank, with an 11 MPG average. Other than that, I have some exciting things I want to do with it. I'll keep everyone posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComancheKid45 Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Sounds like your figuring it out. Where excatly are you located in PA btw? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted July 28, 2013 Author Share Posted July 28, 2013 Hidden among the cornfields of Lancaster/Lebanon county in the small village of Schaefferstown. Sounds like your figuring it out. Where excatly are you located in PA btw? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted August 8, 2013 Author Share Posted August 8, 2013 I'm happier than a seagull with a french fry! It was about lunch time when I was driving by the warehouse at work. Suddenly our warehouse guy burst out of the door running towards me waving his hands. He was so frantic in getting my attention I thought it was an emergency. Once I got over to him, he quickly explained that some sort of hand rails came in for the project at work I am in charge of. Some emergency, but anyways, I'm glad he notified me that parts came. I put it on the back burner, and did some other things that needed immediate attention. It was later on in the afternoon when I figured I better check out these railings that came in my name. This is what awaited me in the warehouse. Image Not Found He thought they were "built like a bull pen" and were the most overbuilt hand rails he has ever seen. I explained to him that these were Jeep parts. Had I known these had came in, I would've skipped lunch and tried to mount them up right then and there! On the way home I went geocaching. Couldn't help but take another glance at them, so I thought I'd share the joy and snap a photo as well. Image Not Found That evening I put them on a floor jack to make sure they fit correctly before I powder coat them. Image Not Found That moment when your truck is lifted so high your floor jack alone is useless... Image Not Found Note the jack is missing a wheel, and is crooked, making the rocker guards appear crooked. In reality, they seem to line up great. Image Not Found Image Not Found Image Not Found They are manufactured by Nates 4x4. His customer service so far is great! He said that if there are any fitment issues whatsoever, I could ship them back for a full refund, including freight costs. I'll post a review later once they are installed. I don't plan on offroading the Comanche (that's what the wrangler is for) so these guards are for looks and to protect the dentless/rustless body from rouge shopping carts and careless door dings at the mall. However, they seem beefy and would probably hold up well to moderate abuse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted August 18, 2013 Author Share Posted August 18, 2013 I attended my first car show. It was at our local fire station for their annual fireman's carnival. It was just for fun with no judging, but there were a variety of cars there anyways. A few people came over and were asking questions, surprised that it was a Jeep truck. Image Not Found Yeah, I'll just stick with my Jeep... Image Not Found This might fit under my hood... Image Not Found Yes, that is Lebanon Levi from the Amish Mafia. No one messes with my Jeep... Image Not Found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted October 6, 2013 Author Share Posted October 6, 2013 I just realized I'm sporting an upside down grill. I should fix that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 Tragedy strikes! Got home from work on Friday and was walking away from my truck when I heard a pop, and the sound of something sizzling. Turns out a pinhole leak developed in one of my hoses. Didn't have any duct tape lying around, so I got some electrical tape and got things fixed up. This will hold me over until something else blows apart. Image Not Found Image Not Found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted November 17, 2013 Author Share Posted November 17, 2013 This my friends, may very well be one of the last posts you will hear about this Comanche...I went and traded it for another Jeep. Another Jeep eh? Yes, an 88 J20. Its Jeep...Its a pickup...Its awesome! In a few weeks I'll be rolling coal. Stay tuned for the whole story... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collkid Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 so... is it gone? I was kinda giving you BA points while reading this knowing that You had a few other newer cars to DD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted November 28, 2013 Author Share Posted November 28, 2013 My dream for a diesel Comanche started last year at the PA All Breeds Jeep show. I saw a company that did Mercedes diesel swaps. I also saw an 88 J-20 at the Mount Zion Offroad booth. This truck was awesome, and made me look into a diesel swap. I contacted Mount Zion Offroad and they said they would be able to help me out with my project. Fast forward half a year. I took my Comanche out to Mount Zion Offroad for them to take a look at it to see what was involved in converting it to diesel. When I arrived, I saw the 88 J-20 sitting out front so I inquired about it. The truck was everything I wanted to do to my truck, but on steroids! It was well put together, had a solid frame and axels under it, and best of all, it had a Cummins turbo diesel under the hood! Short story made even shorter, I traded in my Comanche keys for an 88 J-20. I will start a topic about this truck elsewhere in the forums where it is more appropriate. If you want to track my Comanche, keep an eye out on Mount Zion Offroads website. It should be for sale in a few weeks. http://www.mountzionoffroad.com/rigsforsale.html Here are some photos of the 88 J-20 and the 89 Jeep Comanche. Image Not Found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MancheKid86 Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 nice trade, i wouldnt mind a j series truck to romp in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted November 30, 2013 Author Share Posted November 30, 2013 See more photos of the J-20 here. http://comancheclub.com/topic/41090-88-j20-turbo-diesel/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzairboy Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 I no longer own this Comanche, but I like to keep track of it. After selling it to Mount Zion Offroad, they did suspension upgrades, brand new tires, installed rockers, roof rack, and a high output engine swap! It is now for sale! They are asking $11,950, so I thought I would post it on here if a fellow Comanche owner is interested. Image Not Found k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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