Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Hello all, newbie here looking to buy my first jeep. Recently sold my daily driver and wanting to get into a comanche. Found one locally and wanting some insight. 44miles round trip commute 5days a week. 80% is highway. 65mph top speed. Suggestions. Thoughts. Thanks! http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3796242910.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDirtyJeep401 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Lol that was one I was looking at. It dosent look to bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 Haha . Doesn't look to bad. Going tomorrow to look I hope. Lol that was one I was looking at. It dosent look to bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geonovast Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Damn, too bad you're not a little closer. I wouldn't mind going to take a look at it for/with ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDirtyJeep401 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Only thing I didnt like was how they cut the bottom of the bed, plus I wonder what is up with where the striker is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 I'm having a hard time finding a 4x4. After getting stuck in the snow this year, I'm needing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geonovast Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Don't pass up a good deal on a 2wd. They're really easy to convert, and you'll have all summer to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDirtyJeep401 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Don't pass up a good deal on a 2wd. They're really easy to convert, and you'll have all summer to do it. If you get it, ill see if you can come down here and swap it to 4x4 the same time I do since someone is anxious. :brows: Not pointing any fingers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 Haha newbie here! Me swapping it wouldn't happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDirtyJeep401 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 I'm a newbie too, but you have plenty of people that will guide you through it. Its really straight foward. BTW that one is 4x4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 Bob the @$$ end too? Lol not a long bed fan, but it's priced right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geonovast Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 The 2wds were designed to be converted. It's completely bolt on, and you can do it piece by piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDirtyJeep401 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Long beds might grow on you, it did me. I haul crap a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDirtyJeep401 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/3836093569.html Here is another one I was looking at. Its up there too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 I saw that one as well. Black one is semi close to me. Said he will throw in some gears that will get me closer to 30mpg. Not sure if that's even possible... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Bench seat -- trash. "Station wagon" steering wheel -- base model truck, idiot light instrument cluster. Cheapie aftermarket wheels. Body butchered. 16-gallon is the small gas tank in a longbed ... and how do you "refurbish" a gas tank? IMHO this truck is NOT worth $2,000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpdriver1 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Only thing I didnt like was how they cut the bottom of the bed, plus I wonder what is up with where the striker is. the door striker repair is due to the door being slammed repeatedly and the thin welds/metal there cracking --- one of mine is that way from the PO --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDirtyJeep401 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Only thing I didnt like was how they cut the bottom of the bed, plus I wonder what is up with where the striker is. the door striker repair is due to the door being slammed repeatedly and the thin welds/metal there cracking --- one of mine is that way from the PO --- I was thinking it was something like that but wasnt for sure. Just looks weird with all of the rivets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 Good starting offer? Bench seat -- trash. "Station wagon" steering wheel -- base model truck, idiot light instrument cluster. Cheapie aftermarket wheels. Body butchered. 16-gallon is the small gas tank in a longbed ... and how do you "refurbish" a gas tank? IMHO this truck is NOT worth $2,000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 There is this one as well. Its a few hours away, but looks great. Just the dang 2wd. Price is nice though .http://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/3833094686.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 There is this one as well. Its a few hours away, but looks great. Just the dang 2wd. Price is nice though .http://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/3833094686.html Personally, I would MUCH rather start with a 2WD that hasn't been butchered or abused than somebody else's abortion on wheels, which is what that first truck is. 127,000 miles is VERY low miles for an 80s vintage Comanche. The ad says "OBO," so offer him maybe $1000 or $1200 and see what happens. Converting to 4WD is a bit of work, but the parts can all be gotten from a Cherokee in the junkyard. The only thing that doesn't swap over directly is the rear driveshaft, because of the difference in wheelbase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 Difficulty meter and maybe rough estimate on cost? There is this one as well. Its a few hours away, but looks great. Just the dang 2wd. Price is nice though .http://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/3833094686.html Personally, I would MUCH rather start with a 2WD that hasn't been butchered or abused than somebody else's abortion on wheels, which is what that first truck is. 127,000 miles is VERY low miles for an 80s vintage Comanche. The ad says "OBO," so offer him maybe $1000 or $1200 and see what happens. Converting to 4WD is a bit of work, but the parts can all be gotten from a Cherokee in the junkyard. The only thing that doesn't swap over directly is the rear driveshaft, because of the difference in wheelbase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sloride Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Just converted my 2wd to 4wd. Got the parts at Late Model Auto Parts in KC as well as Liberty U pull and the pick and pull yards off 12th st in KCKS and I435 in KCMO. The front and rear axle assemblies from the pick and pulls will run just over $100 each. (Liberty U Pull has their price list on-line plus a list of current inventory.) Late Model Auto, I picked up the tranny and transfer case for $600 which is steep but they were from a low mileage cherokee and they were out of the vehicle already. ....... The drive shaft had shortened at a place east of Worlds of Fun for little over $100....... The overall cost for me to do what I did was pushing more than what you might spend. Everyone is different on what they can do when or how much they want to spend. Mind you, I put disc brakes on the back of my 8.25 rear axle from a grand cherokee, which upped the cost. Plus I put all new springs with shocks at four corners along with brake calipers, rotors and pads. The front got new control arm bushings, tie rods, and drag link........ Its not difficult if you have the tools and most of all patience. Stock pile your parts before you tear into it. I started last fall and by April this year my MJ was road worthy... This forum is where I learned about the parts I would need. Have an issue just ask and you'll get help..... Good luck and don't get discouraged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dakal Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 There is this one as well. Its a few hours away, but looks great. Just the dang 2wd. Price is nice though .http://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/3833094686.html Personally, I would MUCH rather start with a 2WD that hasn't been butchered or abused than somebody else's abortion on wheels, which is what that first truck is. 127,000 miles is VERY low miles for an 80s vintage Comanche. The ad says "OBO," so offer him maybe $1000 or $1200 and see what happens. Converting to 4WD is a bit of work, but the parts can all be gotten from a Cherokee in the junkyard. The only thing that doesn't swap over directly is the rear driveshaft, because of the difference in wheelbase. i agree with the above. one thing to add, if you know the person who did the changes and you agree he does excellent work then consider buying it. but if you don't know them, then stay away. the third mj looks like cosmetic changes. worth taking a look at. dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygun Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 Wow, really appreciate all the info! So many local guys, I love it. Just converted my 2wd to 4wd. Got the parts at Late Model Auto Partsin KC as well as Liberty U pull and the pick and pull yards off 12th st in KCKS and I435 in KCMO. The front and rear axle assemblies from the pick and pulls will run just over $100 each. (Liberty U Pull has their price list on-line plus a list of current inventory.) Late Model Auto, I picked up the tranny and transfer case for $600 which is steep but they were from a low mileage cherokee and they were out of the vehicle already. ....... The drive shaft had shortened at a place east of Worlds of Fun for little over $100....... The overall cost for me to do what I did was pushing more than what you might spend. Everyone is different on what they can do when or how much they want to spend. Mind you, I put disc brakes on the back of my 8.25 rear axle from a grand cherokee, which upped the cost. Plus I put all new springs with shocks at four corners along with brake calipers, rotors and pads. The front got new control arm bushings, tie rods, and drag link........ Its not difficult if you have the tools and most of all patience. Stock pile your parts before you tear into it. I started last fall and by April this year my MJ was road worthy... This forum is where I learned about the parts I would need. Have an issue just ask and you'll get help..... Good luck and don't get discouraged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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