Rickman Posted February 3, 2021 Posted February 3, 2021 Here's a look at the front axle. I don't see a pumpkin or a 4x4 switch/shifter just the power/comfort switch on the dash. It's a 4.0 automatic Pioneer Therefore it looks like 2wd. Yes?
Rickman Posted February 3, 2021 Author Posted February 3, 2021 Dangit. Oh well, I can still stick a set of stock 2020 Gladiator Rubicon 7.5x17 32" Firestones on it... Yes?
Rickman Posted February 3, 2021 Author Posted February 3, 2021 3 minutes ago, MiNi Beast said: no. Bolt pattern? Backspace? Center of wheel too small * and won't fit over the stub on the front axle? * they wouldn't fit on my Ranger
89 MJ Posted February 3, 2021 Posted February 3, 2021 The bolt pattern on the Gladiator wheels is different (5x4.5 for the MJ, 5x5 for the JT, you can buy adapters though), and they are too big to fit in the wheel opening. You will need a minimum of 4.5 inches of lift to clear them (IIRC), but more to be able to flex it. Are you thinking about buying this MJ?
Jesse J Posted February 3, 2021 Posted February 3, 2021 My truck has gladiator wheels on it. I am running spacers/adapters about 1'' (not by choice it's what came on my truck) they do have a very good stance. I am getting new tires and I am just going to get ones that will bolt directly to my hubs but with some more backspace.
eaglescout526 Posted February 3, 2021 Posted February 3, 2021 9 hours ago, Rickman said: Looks like plenty of room Are you looking at Collins bros?
Jesse J Posted February 3, 2021 Posted February 3, 2021 2 minutes ago, Jesse J said: My truck has gladiator wheels on it. I am running spacers/adapters about 1'' (not by choice it's what came on my truck) they do have a very good stance. I am getting new tires and I am just going to get ones that will bolt directly to my hubs but with some more backspace. I will also say they had no rubbing issues or anything. fit the brakes fine because duh these trucks came with 15" rims on them
Rickman Posted February 3, 2021 Author Posted February 3, 2021 That ^ vs a Very clean 14,000 mile 88 rwd for more than twice what he was asking
eaglescout526 Posted February 3, 2021 Posted February 3, 2021 4 minutes ago, Rickman said: That ^ vs a Very clean 14,000 mile 88 rwd for more than twice what he was asking Yeah but it’s got the famous 4.0L which everyone wants more than the 2.5L(fun engine). Plus with the sea of XJs, it isn’t that hard to swap it into 4wheel drive.
Rickman Posted February 4, 2021 Author Posted February 4, 2021 We're talking concourse money for the JM with rare lowest mileage bench seat, auto òn the column, black sb rwd... mid 20s I hafta dump the >50% paid for Gladiator to trade down
Rickman Posted February 4, 2021 Author Posted February 4, 2021 I believe it should be a 4x4 for what they're asking
eaglescout526 Posted February 4, 2021 Posted February 4, 2021 33 minutes ago, Rickman said: We're talking concourse money for the JM with rare lowest mileage bench seat, auto òn the column, black sb rwd... mid 20s I hafta dump the >50% paid for Gladiator to trade down 27 minutes ago, Rickman said: I believe it should be a 4x4 for what they're asking You're comparing FCA crap VS AMC Engineering at its finest here though. Sure the JT(not tarnishing the original J-truck name) can carry your family or friends for the weekend trip but it has a lot more disadvantages when comparing it to a real Jeep truck. While the MJ is a single cab, you are getting a legendary engine/trans combo, more bed and simplistic reliability in one package. And an MJ this clean and this low of mileage is not a truck that you find laying around and what they are asking seems a tad high but within all the reason here.
Rickman Posted February 4, 2021 Author Posted February 4, 2021 Well said. First person to acknowledge what I was thinking all along! Thanks Eagle Scout BTW we can still travel in a Jeep. The wife has one :-)
Jesse J Posted February 4, 2021 Posted February 4, 2021 23 minutes ago, eaglescout526 said: You're comparing FCA crap VS AMC Engineering at its finest here though. Sure the JT(not tarnishing the original J-truck name) can carry your family or friends for the weekend trip but it has a lot more disadvantages when comparing it to a real Jeep truck. While the MJ is a single cab, you are getting a legendary engine/trans combo, more bed and simplistic reliability in one package. And an MJ this clean and this low of mileage is not a truck that you find laying around and what they are asking seems a tad high but within all the reason here. forreal. single cab not even a question. gotta love those old j trucks!
Jesse J Posted February 4, 2021 Posted February 4, 2021 6 hours ago, eaglescout526 said: Yeah but it’s got the famous 4.0L which everyone wants more than the 2.5L(fun engine). Plus with the sea of XJs, it isn’t that hard to swap it into 4wheel drive. it's famous for a reason
eaglescout526 Posted February 4, 2021 Posted February 4, 2021 You're welcome. 6 minutes ago, Jesse J said: it's famous for a reason Ohhh theres more than just one lol.
Jesse J Posted February 4, 2021 Posted February 4, 2021 7 hours ago, eaglescout526 said: You're welcome. Ohhh theres more than just one lol. lol the internet is finicky. imho the i6 is potentially one of the best powerplants ever created
Rickman Posted February 6, 2021 Author Posted February 6, 2021 Seller is at > $25,k on this black 88 with 14k miles. Way outta my league. thanks for the replies. I gotta say I found this group by accident, joined, posted AND GOT IMMEDIATE HELPFUL COMMENTS. I'm really impressed and looking forward to contributing. The Gladiator goes Monday and I'm gonna buy an MJ on the 10th or 11th! KUDOS JEEPLE ○|||||||○
Dzimm Posted February 6, 2021 Posted February 6, 2021 2 hours ago, Rickman said: JEEPLE I'll just stick to the wave
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