Automan2164 Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 One 'Beast' of a truck this month fellas. Enjoy. :cheers: MiNi BEAST's 1989 COMANCHE MODEL AND YEAR1989 Jeep ComancheENGINE & PERFORMANCE:95 4.0 H.O. all stock with future upgrades consisting of performance cam and head if I don't just go all the way for the stroker. ;)DRIVETRAIN:79 F250 3/4 ton d44 front and D60 rear with 5.13's Lincoln locked front and rear keeps it going for sure. AW-4/231 transfers the power for now while gather the last few parts for the external slave Ax-15/231 to soon be a welcomed swap to take the place of that weak auto. :)COOLING:Stock closed system radiator from 95 XJ with couple hood vents mantain the cooling of the MJ and aux cooler handles the fluid cool on the AW-4.ELECTRICAL & IGNITION:Stock 95 XJ wiring harness throughout engine bay and dash. Custom spliced harness from dash to rear MJ harness, referring to the DIY tech section on the CC forum. Ignition.... I lost my key so took out key hole and now use a screwdriver to start the MJ. :}STEERING:1 ton crossover setup over the leafs on a set of custom hy steer arms. Drag link and tie rod are 1.25" dom tapped with 7/8"-18tpi to accept the 85' chevy half ton ends. Steering box brace supports the 2000 Durango gear box. Soon to be tapped for hydro assist.SUSPENSION:Went with simplicity and cheap really, but effective. Running spring over in the rear with extended shackles netting around 7" of lift. Front consist of 5" long shackles hanging under the front bumper attached to a set of 3.5" YJ front lift springs. This kept install of front axle easier and allows me to be able to change set up later on easy enough and keeps me on the road driving as I love driving my MJ everywhere.INTERIOR:Well with the HO swap I just kept going and took everything from the B pillar forward from the 95 XJ and put it right in the MJ. Bucket seats and center console makes it more comfy for the DD duties. Kept the carpet in as well to keep heat out come summer time and keep the heat in come winter time.BRAKES:Running a 2000 WJ master and booster setup with a XJ proportioning valve drilled for 100% power, ran to braided stainless steel lines to front stock 79' Ford 250 3/4 dual piston calipers, then ran to the back with SS lines as well to 84' chevy 1/2 ton front calipers. And with them 4 disc brake setup I have no problem stopping with the bigger tires and I am so impressed with the setup and wouldn't change a thing.LIGHTING:Nothing fancy just some silver stars for headlights, and have a few tractor work lights to light up the underside for night time rock climbing or the occasional night time underside trail repair. And for the rear tails I installed a set of LED clear lens and love them as they are bright enough to work as back up lights as well.WHEELS/TIRES:Ran the 40" Ground Hawgs and loved them. But hard on steering and D44 really so for a change of pace, went with a set of 36" Iroks on some 17" bling. Love the Iroks for everything! DD my rig and these Iroks are great on the road in rain and snow. And man do they hook up great in the rocks. Will be looking for a set of 40ish Irocks in the near future for sure.MISCELLANEOUS:Custom rear bumper, custom front winch mount, gas shock hood lift, custom 15 min paint job, still rust free!!Best MJ storyBest trip by far was buying my first MJ in FL for $100 and driving it home to MI. No better way to learn your Jeep then a 1200 mile road trip. Was just me and the open road and it has ultimately sealed the bond of love between me and the Comanche.What owner loves best about CCCC is a great club for great people with at least one common factor, we all love the Jeep Comanche! From hardcore wheelers to guys like me that didn't know a thing about the MJ or cars in general, can relate and learn from one another and all benefit if not in learning new things about wrenching, tech stuff, but if anything meet new wheeling buddies and friends. I must say I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for CC and all the great members that make Cc. As awesome as it is. Proud to wheel a MJ!Click here to view the article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComancheKid45 Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 That beast is anything but mini!.....Haha sweet Wheelin rig bud! The stance on that thing is intiminating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oddmodman Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 Yeah sweet ride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huricane4 Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 That`s a hardcore Comanche! :) congratulation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffalob Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 congratulations! what a beast indeed. Love the agressive stance on that rubber. looks mean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepmarine312 Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 thing is badass, love the shell hahaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimoshel Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 OK! :thumbsup: :bowdown: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted July 1, 2013 Share Posted July 1, 2013 Thanks guys! Truly a honor to be considered for Comanche of the month, but I would like to give a big thanks to everyone on CC as it is this site that I have learned the most and got most my inspiration from. So thanks again guys and gals. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepmarine312 Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 man why can't one of these ever be in GA lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbain Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 Really, really nice MJ...... love the old school Ground Hawgs..... congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EatSleepJeep Posted July 3, 2013 Share Posted July 3, 2013 Awesome ride bro, love the stance on that thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted July 6, 2013 Share Posted July 6, 2013 Thanks. Watch for a better stance as I made a deal to swap out the 44 for a Ford 60 so looks like Ill be going back to 40s. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted July 7, 2013 Share Posted July 7, 2013 Way to go Mini Butterbean. :yes: Just raggin - congrats on your true Beast MJOTM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted July 7, 2013 Share Posted July 7, 2013 Thanks man. Have you dined ever at one of Butterbeans restuarants? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted July 7, 2013 Share Posted July 7, 2013 Years ago we ate at his BBQ place in Jasper - damn good Q. I think it's closed now though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Yeah I heard it was closed. Issues there were I guess. I do miss AL and would love to get back down they way again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86customanche Posted July 11, 2013 Share Posted July 11, 2013 Congrats! Definitely a Big beast, not mini. Very sweet rig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Being parked this weekend for much needed upgrades. :D swapping out the 44 front for a 60 to start and maybe a little paint as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hick92 Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 What size boggers are those in the pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comanchepur Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Nice Park at superior Car Wash and Yhe lights down the body. The combination is a Little Monster TRUCK. Nice Ride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 flash back had to remember what it looked like black again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted September 21, 2020 Share Posted September 21, 2020 On 11/5/2013 at 4:48 AM, hick92 said: What size boggers are those in the pics 36s but were not off camber friendly. and a little small for me taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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