RynoMJ Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 I had previously built an 89 LWB MJ but had but I wanted to go a different route so I sold it and bought a bone stock 88 2wd 5 speed short bed.Started collecting parts and tearing it down.Bench seat had to go. Doesnt keep your butt stable while your slopping around on the trails. Picked up some cherokee buckets that will work.Perks of buying a NE jeep. Lucky me.Lets start cutting stuff and making room.Bye bye dana 30I'm aiming for 40" tires with as little lift as possible. To help with this I got some TNT inner fenders.I did not enjoy the 5 speed on the trail in my last MJ so I opted for an AW4 this time around. I'm using an electronic shifter from RAdesign mounted in a stock console and it works flawlessly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RynoMJ Posted February 20, 2017 Author Share Posted February 20, 2017 I'm using hydro assist PSC ram and pump. I tapped the stock box, so far so good. Tight fit with the electic fan shroud but it works.Trans and PS coolersStock airbox had to go due to the new fendersThe front axle is a Dana 60 from a 99-04 f250 Spartan locker, warn hubs, 5.38 gears its narrowed to 64" WMS.Front susepnsion is Clayton long arms with Rubicon Express 5" coils Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RynoMJ Posted February 20, 2017 Author Share Posted February 20, 2017 Picked up some 40" goodyearsRear is a Dana 60 from an E350. its ~65" WMS. These 60's have larger spindles to allow 35 spline shafts without having to bore anything out.Ready for its first run.First run went well until I was messing around at the end of the day and broke a front hub and destroyed the rear drive shaft. Little body damage and some more trimming is needed.On the to do list:SlidersDrive slugs and 35 spline outers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 Is that where PSC recommended tapping the box? It works, but it's not the normal way, you're better off doing it closer to the input/orbital part of the box IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RynoMJ Posted February 20, 2017 Author Share Posted February 20, 2017 Is that where PSC recommended tapping the box? It works, but it's not the normal way, you're better off doing it closer to the input/orbital part of the box IMHO. PSC recommends you buy their box. You're right its not the normal way, when/if the box take a dump I will try it the other way but for right now it works fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neohic Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 \ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelsaz08 Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 looks good so far. plans to reinforce the uni body? 40s and tons tear it up quickly.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RynoMJ Posted February 25, 2017 Author Share Posted February 25, 2017 I probably will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelsaz08 Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 i was aware of that, but thanks for clarifying. you did mention sliders, wondered if stiffeners were in your plans along with them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RynoMJ Posted March 11, 2018 Author Share Posted March 11, 2018 After breaking a hub on the first run I decided to ditch the hubs and run 35 spline outers and drive slugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RynoMJ Posted March 11, 2018 Author Share Posted March 11, 2018 I took it on a few trips from January to August 2017. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RynoMJ Posted March 11, 2018 Author Share Posted March 11, 2018 In September I decided I wanted to bob the bed. I ended up taking 8" out of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RynoMJ Posted March 11, 2018 Author Share Posted March 11, 2018 In October 2017 I added 2x6 to the rockers. Still have problems twisting my rear drive shaft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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