I Inherited a 1986 Comanche X

[Scott Butler]

Not sure where to post this.  I inherited a 1986 Comanche X 4x4 from my father.  It was his pride and joy.  Unfortunately, it has the 2.8L V6 engine.  But as I understand it, none of the '86 engine options were very good.  Anyway, it is completely stock, in very good condition, only has 55K original miles on it, and runs well.  I was going to sell it, but am discouraged by the low offers due to the undesirable power train.  So may just hang onto it for now.  Engine or not, it's a looker.  Thanks.

[derf]

Very nice.

 

I've always wanted to do a project with an 84-86 MJ where I swapped over a 3.4/4L60 from a mid 90s Camaro or Firebird.  Swap a good transfer case onto the transmission and just have fun driving it.  But I have too many projects as it is...

[89 MJ]

Wow! That thing is beautiful. If you are interested in doing an engine swap, I recommend giving these threads a read. 

 

 

[Scott Butler]

Thanks for the replies.  I am starting to like the truck more since I've been driving it around.  Almost everything works (except the radio).  Now I need to convince my wife that four vehicles is perfectly normal for just two people...

[fiatslug87]

Was your father the original owner? If so post in this thread:

 

[Scott Butler]

Yes, he bought it new in WV in 1986.  I retitled it in MD earlier this year so I could drive it here legally.  So technically I am the second owner, but only by a few months/miles.