Krieger82 Posted September 7, 2022 Share Posted September 7, 2022 I always wanted one of these, but never devoted much thought to it. Old buddy of mine calls me out of the blue and says his neighbors have one under a tarp that just makes dump runs once a month or so. Couple hours later, cash changes hands and I drive her home. She has 246,000 miles and seems to be a bone stock model with just 4WD added. Starts and runs just fine. Seems to have a vacuum leak (at least it sounds like one) and idles a bit rough (almost like a weak miss), but runs like a champ on the road. Body is straight as an arrow. Only major issues (so far): Windshield Leaks (I can only assume this means I have rust on the floor, winter project) Wipers don't work (Looks like the 5.5 amp circuit burnt out due to water from windshield) Blown front right shock Interior lights are kinda shot (one insturment lamp out, both pillar lights) Looks like PCV needs to be replaced (oil in air filter) Clearcoat on roof and hood is shot (canopy roof too) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted September 7, 2022 Share Posted September 7, 2022 Very nice rig. Good find. Typical issues but in rather workable shape by far. So what's your plans with her? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatslug87 Posted September 7, 2022 Share Posted September 7, 2022 Welcome! Make sure to add it to the ‘92 registry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krieger82 Posted September 8, 2022 Author Share Posted September 8, 2022 Yeah I will get it added shortly. As for plans, first is to get all the minor issues fixed, check major problem points (Rust, timing chain, etc) Then...... Possible repaint, still debating original color vs satin gun metal grey Replace dummy light instrument cluster with multi gague cluster Swap the gears out to get her to at least 3.73 Headers 62mm throttle body w/new intake manifold 33s New stereo Bucket seats and console Restore miinor body parts and interior, maybe swap in classic front end with tow hooks Drive the piss out of it. I love this truck, even though it is officially my wife's....... And once the heads give up the ghost (or before), replace with edelbrock performer head and rollers..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89 MJ Posted September 8, 2022 Share Posted September 8, 2022 If you are going for 33s, I'd gear to 4.56s. My truck is on 31s with 4.10s and it is happy with that. I'd also do the original color; there are soooooo many grey vehicles on the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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