Project list before NacFest [Archive] - NAXJA Forums -::- North American XJ Association

JoeShmo

February 18th, 2007, 23:48

-Install JCR 1-Ton Steering
-Remove Lower Molding and Bedline w/ a fine sprayer
-Remove Bushwackers, repaint around the cuts w/ bedliner, reinstall with christmas tree things instead of bolts
-4.88's front and rear
-Chromoly shafts w/ 297's in the 30
-AJ's Super-Rails
-Re-Wire my switch/relay boxes

..that might be it?

Oh, and buy a GTI to dd.

nhrocker

February 20th, 2007, 03:32

My list isn't nearly as bad as last years so far...

send my damaged chromolly shaft back
install tranny temp sensor (gauge is already in...)
get better seats
add internal bracing for the exo
figure out why engine sounds like crap
install hydro assist (cause 33's need it so bad...)
replace down pipe and cat.
swap in spare front drive shaft

I know I'm probably forgetting more little things. So far the bad one on the list is the chromo I managed to twist the splines on and the replacement should be here today.

MDXJ

February 20th, 2007, 14:40

fix bosses truck to pull trailer
load jeep on trailer
drink beer
and ask the wife if i can go
i think that is it

ROBZ95Xj

February 20th, 2007, 16:57

finish colectin parts for lift, i alreadt got coils, shocks and shackle
still need control arms, track bar and pitman arm (check is in the mail for dem)
rear leaf springs im gettin local (BDS)
JKS discos
SYE
install lift
tires (33" MTZ)
get new motor
fix floors
new cat
find junkyard D30/8.25 with 4.10's
get lockers

Menzenski

February 20th, 2007, 18:16

Replace the radiator
Change valve cover gasket
Fix whatever's making the Jeep not start right now
Buy spare axle shafts and steering links

STROKER

February 21st, 2007, 04:42

new bolts for control arms.
and maybe another air horn....:)

STROKER

scarface

February 21st, 2007, 17:30

air horn sounds good... might have to add one of those

other than that,
jcr off road front bumper
coolant leak... new upper hose on it's way
clutch slave cylinder (still working but better safe than sorry)
I'll have to see about a rear bumper if time and $$ permits
other than that I should be ready to rock (pun intended :laugh: )

definately looking forward to a good weekend

Rob Mayercik

February 22nd, 2007, 10:29

new bolts for control arms.
and maybe another air horn....:)

STROKER

http://www.hornblasters.com

STROKER

February 24th, 2007, 12:50

http://www.hornblasters.com

haha...

nhrocker

February 26th, 2007, 20:56

http://www.hornblasters.com
This one caught my eye...
http://www.hornblasters.com/products/details.php?item=HB4H

gabe4

March 2nd, 2007, 11:29

Install JKS LCA’s
Paint
Install TJ flairs
New rear bumper
Quarter panel guards
33’s
Bump stops
Tranny cooler
New rad
Rewire lights and winch
Then pray nothing breaks between now and June
Of course I won’t start any of this until 2 weeks before NAC fest

lobsterdmb

March 2nd, 2007, 19:15

Here is the new project jeep:

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd23b3127cce985481995a4400000017108AcMmLVo1cNS
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd23b3127cce98548184db6900000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

:yelclap: party1:

gabe4

March 2nd, 2007, 20:17

I guess Melissa better get to turning some wrenches on that thing.

nhrocker

March 3rd, 2007, 14:44

Looks like my getting new seats is happening sooner than I thought. A buddy figured out his old seats won't work in his new buggy, so guess who offered to take them off his hands? :D
That means I'll be able to finish the interior cage bracing and harness mounts while I'm at it...:laugh3:

BOX

March 3rd, 2007, 15:15

Hopefully I can come to this event... I would like a get a few people from my area to come in case I have troubles with my heep going to the event or coming back from.

Back on topic... Some of you have a pretty long "project list" for a trip less than 4 months away.

My list...

Fix my drivers side hub... since it won't lock --- giving me 3WD which seemed to be worse than 2WD... haha

and... the big one is to get some Long Arms
Most likely Clayton Arms. I am tired of the crappy ride with RE drop brackets and short arms on 6.5 inches of lift with 37" tires.

and fixing anything I break before the trip... lol --- our club SISOFFROAD (www.sisoffroad.com (http://www.sisoffroad.com)) has a trip to Paragon scheduled for April 26th-29th.

JoeShmo

March 3rd, 2007, 16:48

Here is the new project jeep:

*pictures here*

:yelclap: party1:

VERY nice choice in color.. dont go and change it now!

nhrocker

March 4th, 2007, 09:45

Some of you have a pretty long "project list" for a trip less than 4 months away.Actually I think the project lists are pretty short compared to last year. And 4 months is a long time when it comes to working on your rig. I know last year I did the big stuff on my list the week before NACfest.

Last year I ended up putting off a lot of stuff from my list, I just finished the last of it like 2 months ago... This years list is a lot more doable for me. Some things I might put off, but nothing like last year. At least I have skid's and can shift inside the rig this year. :laugh3:

RCman

March 4th, 2007, 15:41

4 months is a long time when it comes to working on your rig.
Eh, for some people...
My list (where to start?):
1) Come up with $$$
2) Gut, cut and rework the damaged section of the rear portion of the unibody
3) Start-Finish Rear with D60 now sitting on the floor in the garage (Spool, 5.13s/5.38s, 35spline, full width, discs)
4) 4-Link the rear
5) Figure out what I'm gonna do with the front (keep the HP D44 or sell and buy a D60)
6) Start-Finish Full Hydro Setup for whatever front
7) Complete little things (gauges, wiring)

Hmm... looks like 4 months ain't gonna cut it for me... haha. I'm just getting started on this project and #1 seems to be the biggest problem. Good news is I have my Jeep and the D60/D44 (if I decide to use the HP D44 and not a D60). I'll shoot for next year. :D

lobsterdmb

March 4th, 2007, 17:19

I still have a whole new jeep to build with melissa besides improving my own!

Actually I think the project lists are pretty short compared to last year. And 4 months is a long time when it comes to working on your rig. I know last year I did the big stuff on my list the week before NACfest.

Last year I ended up putting off a lot of stuff from my list, I just finished the last of it like 2 months ago... This years list is a lot more doable for me. Some things I might put off, but nothing like last year. At least I have skid's and can shift inside the rig this year. :laugh3:

BOX

March 4th, 2007, 22:05

1) Come up with $$$

HAHA... yea I figured that would be the issue for most people, inc me.

egon

March 11th, 2007, 21:31

I still have a whole new jeep to build...

Good, at least I'm not the only one building one Jeep and fixing another.

--Matt

Rob Mayercik

March 12th, 2007, 10:15

Time to put up my list, I suppose:

1. Get carpet out, dry pad and deal with floor pan issues (assuming I find any)
2. Headliner recover
3. Remove rear sway bar
4. Clean fuel injectors (just waiting on the kit to arrive in the mail)
5. Get upper hinge on LF door rewelded
6. Replace Duct Tape on RR lower quarter panel (temporary hole coverer)

Rob

gabe4

March 12th, 2007, 13:44

Rob Mayercik

March 13th, 2007, 10:42

Get some better tires

What, ditching the rear swaybar and airing down some more wouldn't help (thinking about trying 15 next time - the Toyos do seem to have stiff sidewalls)? :D

I have been thinking about some trail-only tires (probably a set of MTs from Hi-Tec on steelies to keep the price down), but the other stuff on my list is a little higher on the priority list right now (particularly saving my floor pan). One big issue with laying in a new set of treads is where the heck to put them when not in use - won't fit in the garage, don't have a shed.

Of course, I now have to add a #7: install/wire power mirrors. This because the local car wash ate my RS one over this past weekend(that, and the fact that the dummy at the entrance to the drive-through part thought that my mirrors could be folded). I have a DS electric one left over from the green doors I installed/had installed, and now the car wash is subsidizing my getting the other one. Of course, since I don't have the factory wiring, I'll have to source a switch, and a couple of connectors, which shouldn't be a problem...

Rob

P.S. Speaking of tires, I still have my two Wal-Mart Liberators (P225-75R15, unmounted) from NACFest 2005 taking up garage space - anyone need some stock rubber?

nhrocker

March 13th, 2007, 16:51

1. Get carpet out, dry pad and deal with floor pan issues (assuming I find any)Assuming? I'd plan on it...;)
2. Headliner recoverWhat?
6. Replace Duct Tape on RR lower quarter panel (temporary hole coverer)Sounds like a good reason to cut/fold your rear quarter panels...:D

Andy in Pa.

March 14th, 2007, 14:12

1. Build the MJ (almost have all the parts, just need shocks and rear driveshaft once I lift and measure how long they need to be)
2. Move the trackbar above axle on XJ.

I think we'll have two Jeeps attending this year also. Leah and Melissa may have to set up a Ladies Trail Ride.

A.

Ms. Lobsterdmb

March 14th, 2007, 14:14

Sounds like a plan! Maybe we can get Patty, Gabe's wife in her TJ to join us! :)

Silly boys, jeeps are for girls!

gabe4

March 14th, 2007, 15:50

I'm sure Patty would wheel the TJ but Nathan will want to ride in the XJ, h's been brought up right

Rob Mayercik

March 14th, 2007, 19:21

Assuming? I'd plan on it...;)

That's what worries me. On the other hand, when I peeled up the RF footwell area, I saw only the beginnings of some bubbling - maybe I'll get lucky (a guy can hope, can't he?)

What?

My headliner is separating - I've been meaning to order a kit and redo it. Fortunately, it's not coming down far enough that it's interfering with me, so it's not mission-critical yet.

Sounds like a good reason to cut/fold your rear quarter panels...:D

That thought has also crossed my mind, but seeing as I still have stock bumpers, wouldn't that look a little odd in the back?

I'm still undecided on the cut-and-fold bit - it looks like even I could manage to not screw it up if I'm careful, but I haven't totally decided yet whether I like the look or not on a truck that's still almost completely bone-stock.

Rob

lobsterdmb

March 15th, 2007, 03:16

JoeShmo

March 15th, 2007, 13:49

Well, everything parts wise i need has arrived with the exception of the front shafts, which will be here bright and early on monday morning, according to UPS. Heres a few shots of the goodies i've got lined up.

http://joeshmo.net/crap/gearscarriers.JPG
http://mvroeg.com/d/2393-2/100_2547.JPG
http://joeshmo.net/crap/steeringftw.JPG

Art Triggs

March 15th, 2007, 15:15

That's what worries me. On the other hand, when I peeled up the RF footwell area, I saw only the beginnings of some bubbling - maybe I'll get lucky (a guy can hope, can't he?)

My headliner is separating - I've been meaning to order a kit and redo it. Fortunately, it's not coming down far enough that it's interfering with me, so it's not mission-critical yet.

That thought has also crossed my mind, but seeing as I still have stock bumpers, wouldn't that look a little odd in the back?

I'm still undecided on the cut-and-fold bit - it looks like even I could manage to not screw it up if I'm careful, but I haven't totally decided yet whether I like the look or not on a truck that's still almost completely bone-stock.

Rob

If the paint has bubbles in it , there will most likely be rust there, a wire brush to break up the bubble gently will keep you from blowing a hole thru the rust if you dont want a drain in your floor there, making patches is the easy part.

If you have rust on the quarter panels that has left holes, you may as well "cut and fold" just cut it away and be done with it, seal it up real good and you are set. it might not be pretty , but you will have one less body panel to worry about denting up ;-)

nhrocker

March 15th, 2007, 19:10

I'm still undecided on the cut-and-fold bit - it looks like even I could manage to not screw it up if I'm careful, but I haven't totally decided yet whether I like the look or not on a truck that's still almost completely bone-stock.In most cases, I didn't like the cut and fold look like most guys do. I didn't like how it leaves the filler hose area visible and I think it looks weird when the bumper hangs way down in comparison. So I did my own version. I folded it about half way up to the body line most people go to.
You can see it here: (click pic for larger...)
http://thumb9.webshots.net/t/59/659/4/87/3/2546487030054319849pcIadb_th.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2546487030054319849pcIadb)
You can see how it sits just above the bottom of the doors so the body lines still look pretty good, and it's just higher than my bumper, so for the most part the bumper hits before the quarter panel. I did the cut/fold/bigger flares for the rear wheel wells while I was at it...

vetteboy

March 15th, 2007, 22:21

Well, everything parts wise i need has arrived with the exception of the front shafts, which will be here bright and early on monday morning, according to UPS. Heres a few shots of the goodies i've got lined up.

Damn dude! :roll:

My project list.....well.....most of you know about my pile of junk... :D

JoeShmo

March 16th, 2007, 08:19

Damn dude! :roll:

Meh, I wasnt gonna do shafts at the same time, but he honored the price he gave me back in December, which was $100 cheaper than his current price and over $200 cheaper than Randys R&P, so I HAD to ;) So as of monday we'll have:

Yukon 4.88's F/R
Yukon Installs
Open Carriers (keeping the aussie in the back and leaving the front for now)
Yukon Chromo's w/ Super-Joints
AJ's Super-Rails
JCR 1-Ton Steering

Only thing left to do will be small stuff, removing the trim, fixing the mouting of the 'wackers, etc.

Rob Mayercik

March 16th, 2007, 10:38

In most cases, I didn't like the cut and fold look like most guys do. I didn't like how it leaves the filler hose area visible and I think it looks weird when the bumper hangs way down in comparison. So I did my own version. I folded it about half way up to the body line most people go to.
You can see it here: (click pic for larger...)
http://thumb9.webshots.net/t/59/659/4/87/3/2546487030054319849pcIadb_th.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2546487030054319849pcIadb)
You can see how it sits just above the bottom of the doors so the body lines still look pretty good, and it's just higher than my bumper, so for the most part the bumper hits before the quarter panel. I did the cut/fold/bigger flares for the rear wheel wells while I was at it...

Thanks for the tip on the floorpan - I'll go gentle when I get the carpet out.

This higher fold is interesting, but I'm uncertain how far up the rust is coming right now - I haven't really poked around much yet. You're giving me ideas, though, and that can't be a good thing.

Rob

lobsterdmb

March 16th, 2007, 11:27

My gears will be here on monday as well and the tires will be here the end of next week.
I got:
Alloy USA D30 4.56 gears and install kit
Yukon C8.25 4.56 and install Kit.
Yukon Dana 30 open Carrier (I am keeping the aussie in the front and no-slip in the rear)
34x10.5x15 LTB's

:rof:

JoeShmo

March 16th, 2007, 17:38

lobsterdmb

March 16th, 2007, 18:11

Nice.. so whens the party? :P

thats up to vette....

vetteboy

March 16th, 2007, 22:21

Well, seeing as I gotta completely rebuild both the D44a and D30 in my ZJ, I want to do that first to make sure that my stuff is able to remove and press on all the necessary bearings. If I get that done without issue, there's no reason why we shouldn't be able to do it down at my place. Shop should be getting a lot more space available in the next few weeks so I'll keep you guys posted.

JoeShmo

March 16th, 2007, 22:37

You've gotta rebuild BOTH now.. what happened to the rear!?

vetteboy

March 16th, 2007, 22:47

You've gotta rebuild BOTH now.. what happened to the rear!?

1) The D44a is just a piece of junk anyway.

2) The front was making so much noise that it was covering up the lesser noise from the rear. :bawl:

I might just swap an 8.8 in, but I really was hoping to not have to get into that kinda stuff on this vehicle...

gabe4

March 18th, 2007, 13:30

Ok got the LCa's on replaced the U-joints and the bearings. Plus put on the 33's

lobsterdmb

March 19th, 2007, 00:46

Ok got the LCa's on replaced the U-joints and the bearings. Plus put on the 33's

what 33's did you get?

gabe4

March 19th, 2007, 05:34

Copper STT's I've got a family discount, they won't be as good as the TSL's off road but they're sure a lot better on road. I drove home In fridays snow storm and they were great, if I had the TSL's on I would have been driving with the right sides on the shoulder just to get some traction.

Art Triggs

March 19th, 2007, 09:51

I had a set of the older stt's for a while, between myself and the guy I sold 'em too I think we put about 60k on them,,,a lot like BFG's maybe just a little weaker sidewall, , but I never had trouble with them.

gabe4

March 19th, 2007, 13:02

GOD I hope they aren't weaker then BFG's. They are only 3 ply like the BFGs but one of them is kevlar :dunno: I'm told that's suppose to make a big difference. I know I've given up a little off road for on road but I plan on using the XJ to pull my pop-up camper and putting more over the road miles on it so I opted for the these. It's been real good on road so far at least compared to the TSL's which by the way I still think is one of the best tires made.

JoeShmo

March 20th, 2007, 15:51

Came home to this today!

http://www.joeshmo.net/crap/box.jpg

Although there was a slight error when i opened the box, all was well.. shafts and joints are here! I ordered them with the intent of having them pre-assembled, and my sales guy did as well, however apparently he didnt do it the right way.. however i cant blame him, he is a relatively new guy there and they gave me an INSANE price anyway. So onto the D30 Turd-Polishing:

http://www.joeshmo.net/crap/shafts.jpg
http://www.joeshmo.net/crap/joints.jpg

I've heard the super-joints are a pain in the ass to get together, i guess we'll see if i get time tomorrow afternoon after work. I'd rather have them done than try and do it the day they are going in, the way my luck usually runs one would crack in half or something.

Art Triggs

March 21st, 2007, 05:22

Gabe, as far as the Coopers go, the newer stt's are different than the old ones, the set I had did not have a kevlar layer in the sidewall, but that made them easier to stitch and plug anyway ;-)

gabe4

March 21st, 2007, 07:21

Gabe, as far as the Coopers go, the newer stt's are different than the old ones, the set I had did not have a kevlar layer in the sidewall, but that made them easier to stitch and plug anyway ;-)
Don't know that your making me feel any better about my decision here Art. Well I'll carry a TSL for spare maybe that will make me feel a little better about rocks.

lobsterdmb

March 21st, 2007, 18:58

Progress today...

Some parts have arrived for me too:

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd00b3127cce9854865e23e200000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

And I mounted my CO2 tank in the back finally:

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd00b3127cce98548651a2dd00000017108AcMmLVo1cNS
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd00b3127cce9854865023ec00000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

And put the shocks on the rear of the new project:

http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd00b3127cce98548655a2d900000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

nhrocker

March 22nd, 2007, 16:37

Progress today...

Some parts have arrived for me too:
And I mounted my CO2 tank in the back finally:
And put the shocks on the rear of the new project:
Both rigs look like they're coming along nicely.

So far I managed to get the interior b-pillar hoop/harness bar in, installed the drivers seat and harness, and started the passengers harness install.

I sent the Yukon Chromo I cracked/twisted the splines back to them, but I still haven't gotten my money back. They told me that they have to test the hardness to try and figure out why it happened. Supposedly it should have been pretty near indestructible with only a limited slip and 33's... I guess they've had one entire batch of shafts that was bad and mine might have been from that batch.

ROBZ95Xj

March 22nd, 2007, 18:30

So far I managed to get the interior b-pillar hoop/harness bar in, installed the drivers seat and harness, and started the passengers harness install.

you forgot to add that you finally got you pass side doors to seal up again sunday:D

as far as my rig goes, ups has made lots of trips to my house, heres the list of parts i got
4.5" coils
4.5" shocks
adj trackbar and drop bracket
drop pitman arm
upper and lower adj control arms
PORC SYE
JKS Quicker Disconects

also traded my old Grand Wagoneer for 4 brand new 15x8 AR steelies, brand new re rear brake line, and brand new tomken skid plate

got a set of frt re 2.5" Yj lines free from a friend

things i still need to do/get
3" BDS leaf springs
2 frt driveshafts
replace floor
replace motor
swap in axles with 4.10's
get 33's
lockers

ill have somthin together for nac fest

lobsterdmb

March 27th, 2007, 12:00

Look what followed me home today:
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd06b3127cce9854865ff16b00000017108AcMmLVo1cNS
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd06b3127cce9854865c705800000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

For fun, what they would look like on the new project (even though its not getting them):
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd06b3127cce9854865df16900000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

Maybe the F250:
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7dd06b3127cce9854865a705e00000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

party1: :party:

Andy in Pa.

March 27th, 2007, 12:52

Looks good!! I just got the MJ back from Fullcircle 4x4, Axles set up with 4.56's, front ARB in the D30 and rear Lock Right in the 44. The 33" Trxus MT's are all mounted up in a nice neat stack in the shed, to be put on once the MJ gets lifted. I should be able to start the lift very soon. MAybe even this evening.

A.

JoeShmo

March 27th, 2007, 12:58

Looking nice John! My only status update is that I've got the Chromoly Shafts and Joints all assembled and ready to go, nothing more.

nhrocker

March 27th, 2007, 17:15

Nice tires John, and I can't wait to see the MJ Andy!

Only new progress with mine is I changed the oil and got a new down pipe and cat.

zachxj01

March 27th, 2007, 19:18

unfortunatly i cannot attent NacFest because i graduate like on the first day and i dont really wanna miss what i went to school for 12+ yrs for but i do have a to-do list i would like to have done by then
1. rob a bank to fun this project
2. quick disconnects
3.re-gear since i have 5.5" lift and 33's and stock gears
4. possibly ditch the rear 35 replace w/ 8.8 rather then regear then have it break
5.install rear and front bumper i have sitting in my garage

lobsterdmb

March 27th, 2007, 21:02

Andy in Pa.

March 29th, 2007, 18:44

OK, I officially see the light at the end of the tunnel. No pics (not much to see yet), but I got the 2wd axle out and mounted up the drop brackets. Things came apart very easily for an 87 MJ. I should have the D30 hanging underneath by the end of the day tomorrow...

woohoo, i think this thing is going to be bigger than I expected....

A.

ROBZ95Xj

April 1st, 2007, 18:01

well by the end of the week i should have a Dana 44, wich will wind up getting 4.10's and a spool:D

lobsterdmb

April 1st, 2007, 18:34

Well papa got some brand new shoes today. 34" LTB's are on. Still need to trim the fenders and regear however.

Mounting the first one:
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da20b3127cce98548647976b00000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

Wheel spacer to make them fit:
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da20b3127cce98548644165800000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

Halfway done:
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da20b3127cce98548645976900000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

Done!
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da20b3127cce98548643976f00000017108AcMmLVo1cNS
http://shim1.shutterfly.com/procgserv/47b7da20b3127cce98548640165c00000017108AcMmLVo1cNS

ROBZ95Xj

April 1st, 2007, 19:01

looks freakin awsome Johnny!

nhrocker

April 1st, 2007, 20:31

looks freakin awsome Johnny!x2

How soon before you test them out?

On a side note, today I successfully messed up both my driveshafts and "self-clearanced" my tail pipe. I like adding to my to-do list... :laugh3:

ROBZ95Xj

April 2nd, 2007, 05:16

x2

How soon before you test them out?

On a side note, today I successfully messed up both my driveshafts and "self-clearanced" my tail pipe. I like adding to my to-do list... :laugh3:
dont forget about frt shocks

gabe4

April 2nd, 2007, 05:59

OK bedlined up to the door handles and installed TJ flares, installed another hockey puck but when I flexed she rubs just a little on the front bumper so time to trim that.

lobsterdmb

April 2nd, 2007, 08:10

gabe4

April 2nd, 2007, 17:49

Here she is about half done
http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u95/4gabe/jeep/101_02521.jpg
http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u95/4gabe/jeep/101_02501.jpg
http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u95/4gabe/jeep/101_02491.jpg

lobsterdmb

April 2nd, 2007, 21:09

nhrocker

April 3rd, 2007, 04:29

still looks green and unpainted....I think the last pic is the only one that really shows the bed liner. Looks like it came out pretty good.

gabe4

April 3rd, 2007, 07:23

I think the last pic is the only one that really shows the bed liner. Looks like it came out pretty good.

yep and from that line up it's been sanded and is getting ready to be painted grey.

JoeShmo

April 3rd, 2007, 07:48

Which bedliner did you end up using? Looks too smooth to be herculiner.

gabe4

April 3rd, 2007, 07:51

dupli-color spray on, it's got a little texture but not to much. It's there to prevent rust for the most part, but it looks pretty tuff

JoeShmo

April 3rd, 2007, 10:18

nhrocker

April 3rd, 2007, 15:37

dupli-color spray on, it's got a little texture but not to much. It's there to prevent rust for the most part, but it looks pretty tuffYeah, I love that stuff. I recently used it on my cage and I've been using it on car stereo projects for a while.

gabe4

April 3rd, 2007, 16:13

I may have to try that, I'm just looking to do where I've got the factory rubber trim on the doors, and on the areas i cut behind the bushwackers, because i can tell that the paint i did put back there is all flaking off, and I'd like to find a bit more permanent solution. How many cans did it take you to do what you did? I would probably need about 1/3 of that.
If your taking below where the trim was then you'll need about three cans but I'd get 4 so you can put on a bunch of coats and it helps even out the look. You have to use a nice even stroke or you'll have shiny spots.

gabe4

April 3rd, 2007, 16:15

Yeah, I love that stuff. I recently used it on my cage and I've been using it on car stereo projects for a while. I was planning on doing the whole rig but found out a guy here locally already did it so. Plus there are sooo many all black rig around i thought i'd be a little different.

STROKER

April 5th, 2007, 05:46

Wait to recieve new JCR bumper and install it, mount winch and wire it inside the MJ....YEAAH:clap:

Getting to "old" to be lifting the winch

STROKER

JoeShmo

April 9th, 2007, 20:29

I apologize in advance if these are huge, but im working on my laptop and with teh 1920x1200 res, everything seems tiny. These showed up this afternoon and I decided to brave the 'cold' to install them tonight. (for anyone not in the know, they are E-Code housings w/ 55w H4 white H4 bulbs, no ricer blue for this boy). And how is this mod pertinent to NACFest you ask, well.. my stock headlights were about as bright as holding 2 open cell phones infront of the Jeep, so i now stand a chance of surviving the ride out to PA come June.

http://mvroeg.com/pictures/100_2606_resize_medium.jpg
http://mvroeg.com/pictures/100_2609_resize_medium.jpg

Stock 55w Sealed Beams on the Left, E-Code H4's on the right.

http://www.joeshmo.net/crap/comparison.PNG

nhrocker

April 9th, 2007, 20:49

And how is this mod pertinent to NACFest you ask, well.. my stock headlights were about as bright as holding 2 open cell phones infront of the Jeep, so i now stand a chance of surviving the ride out to PA come June.Yeah, my headlights were about the same. I love my H4 conversions. Now if I only took the time to aim them better...

I haven't made any progress on my rig. I'm still running around with no tailpipe, a blown drivers front shock, track bar clunks like a bastid, and both driveshafts need to be replaced. I let way to much go on my rig.:laugh3:

ROBZ95Xj

April 10th, 2007, 15:03

Yeah, my headlights were about the same. I love my H4 conversions. Now if I only took the time to aim them better...

I haven't made any progress on my rig. I'm still running around with no tailpipe, a blown drivers front shock, track bar clunks like a bastid, and both driveshafts need to be replaced. I let way to much go on my rig.:laugh3:
ya gotta stop doing wheelstands :D

another thing i gotta add to my to get list is another optima, my yellow top is dead, but on a good note i got vanity plates today

lobsterdmb

April 11th, 2007, 00:33

ya gotta stop doing wheelstands :D

another thing i gotta add to my to get list is another optima, my yellow top is dead, but on a good note i got vanity plates today

How about a jeep to wheel?!?

ROBZ95Xj

April 11th, 2007, 15:15

How about a jeep to wheel?!?
i need all these parts to get my jeep wheelable

Justpunchit

April 11th, 2007, 16:20

i need all these parts to get my jeep wheelable

dont worry rob I heard the 12 year plan to build a rig is all the rage these days ;0) hahahaha

this year i just wanna go. my jeeps been in my garage for FAR to long

ROBZ95Xj

April 12th, 2007, 20:05

just orderd rear bds leafs, and am on the lookout for a motor, i may have to pull off a nhrocker and show up with a lifted xj on little tires though:D

JoeShmo

April 12th, 2007, 20:15

1-3/4" coil spacers showed up today, hopefully if I use them without the factory isolator it should sit pretty level, i just cant believe the RE 5.5" coils have sagged this much in under two years with a factory front bumper / no winch.. etc.

MDXJ

April 15th, 2007, 19:45

put new shocks on:party: http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f18/jeepnzj/102_1181.jpg

nhrocker

April 15th, 2007, 21:52

put new shocks on:party:
Nice! What'd you get for travel?

I managed to blow out a 1 year old RE monotube so I'm thinking of looking at something better...

ROBZ95Xj

April 16th, 2007, 15:05

Nice! What'd you get for travel?

I managed to blow out a 1 year old RE monotube so I'm thinking of looking at something better...
its time for coilovers:D

MDXJ

April 16th, 2007, 17:24

12" just rebuilt

MDXJ

April 16th, 2007, 17:24

12" just rebuilt

ROBZ95Xj

April 18th, 2007, 18:04

my BDS 3" leafs arrived today and all i have to say is there freakin awsome! definetly the best leafs ive ever seen in my life, now my lift is complete all the parts costed $1250 includin shipping, wich is right there wih all the other 4.5" lifts now i cant wait to get all this installed

Menzenski

April 23rd, 2007, 12:33

Well, my Jeep is dead for now. No compression on #1 or #2 cylinder.

Anyone know of a good place to buy a remanufactured engine?

gabe4

April 23rd, 2007, 13:25

Well, my Jeep is dead for now. No compression on #1 or #2 cylinder.

Anyone know of a good place to buy a remanufactured engine?
Matt try Don's automotive they have used and referbed motor's.

Rob Mayercik

April 24th, 2007, 10:13

Matt try Don's automotive they have used and referbed motor's.

I seem to remember someone at NACFest last year talking about a place that's selling strokers for around $1400 - someone up in the NH area, I think.

Hope you're back on the road in time for the 'Fest. Bringing the doors this year?

Rob

Menzenski

April 24th, 2007, 15:54

Bringing the doors this year?
Yes, and if I can afford it the Jeep will be on a trailer too.

Rob Mayercik

April 25th, 2007, 10:51

Yes, and if I can afford it the Jeep will be on a trailer too.

Getting all fancy on us, eh? Whatcha got to tow with?

Menzenski

April 25th, 2007, 11:43

I may just buy another Jeep; I'm not sure that it's worth it to put a new engine into the rusty shell that is my XJ.

Whatcha got to tow with?
1989 F-250.

Rob Mayercik

April 26th, 2007, 10:28

I may just buy another Jeep; I'm not sure that it's worth it to put a new engine into the rusty shell that is my XJ.

That's definitely a consideration, if the body's in bad enough shape.

1989 F-250.

Nice.

ROBZ95Xj

April 28th, 2007, 18:03

picked up a motor today, the only other major hurdle i got left is floorpans, o yeah i still need to install all this stuff

gabe4

April 30th, 2007, 05:44

Well new to the list: Water pump ............yippy

Andy in Pa.

May 1st, 2007, 20:22

My wifes MJ is coming along nicely, I put a few links to pics in the NAC forum....

JoeShmo

May 1st, 2007, 21:14

My status is idle at the moment, ive got all the parts / supplies i need to do everything, its just finding time to do it thats difficult, i should get the herculining done next week, which will be good.

And its looking as if the final item on my to-do list is going to be taken care of within the next week, new GTI 2.0 Turbo should be in the driveway in the very near future. I had a brake line let go on me in the jeep again, blew through all of five points in union, (3 traffic lights, all red) which convinced me to get off my ass and find a new car to drive every day, im sick of worrying about having the XJ ready for monday mornings.

ROBZ95Xj

May 2nd, 2007, 17:03

well the motor i picked up last weekend is completly jusy, friggin packed with sludge, i guess thats what i get for payin 50 bucks, this weekend im pickin up a motor that i know runs fine, and then next weekend ill be gettin a dana 44, it will be a miricle if my jeep makes it but im trying my best

Menzenski

May 2nd, 2007, 17:14

it will be a miricle if my jeep makes it but im trying my best
You and me both.

Rob Mayercik

May 6th, 2007, 17:59

Time to put up my list, I suppose:

1. Get carpet out, dry pad and deal with floor pan issues (in process)
2. Headliner recover
3. Remove rear sway bar
4. Clean fuel injectors (done)
5. Get upper hinge on LF door rewelded (in process - see #1)
6. Replace Duct Tape on RR lower quarter panel (temporary hole coverer)

Rob
Update - NHRocker was right - most of the floor within the perimeter defined by the four studs for the RF seat was a hole, and most of the rest of the floor on that side wasn't too far behind. It's now at the local body shop that fixed up the nose for me, and I expect that to be taken care of in the next couple of days, as well as the LF upper door hinge.

The injector cleaning went pretty well - I'll bring the kit and a can of the cleaner (bought a couple) along with me to the 'Fest, if anyone wants to have a good look. It took me a whole 15 minutes, and that was even with having to restart the engine a few times because I let it stall.

On the up side, I now have all the parts in place for my electric mirror conversion - time to start spending a little quality time with the schematics to work out how wire it all up.

Rob

ROBZ95Xj

May 6th, 2007, 18:17

i picked uo a secod motor today, this one i know runs and is complete, all assecories and sensors, and next weekend ill be gettin a D44

Menzenski

May 6th, 2007, 19:27

I started disassembling my Jeep yesterday. Got the A/C, the radiator, the entire front clip, the serpentine belt, the air box, and the front bumper off. Hopefully Wednesday I'll have the engine out.

ROBZ95Xj

May 6th, 2007, 20:20

you find a donor motor yet?

nhrocker

May 7th, 2007, 04:33

Update - NHRocker was right - most of the floor within the perimeter defined by the four studs for the RF seat was a hole, and most of the rest of the floor on that side wasn't too far behind.It's one of those times where I hate being right, but I'm glad you're getting it taken care of.

I haven't really made any progress on my rig. I've been working on other peoples too much. Hopefully I'll be starting to work on my own again this week.

Rob Mayercik

May 7th, 2007, 10:42

It's one of those times where I hate being right, but I'm glad you're getting it taken care of.

I haven't really made any progress on my rig. I've been working on other peoples too much. Hopefully I'll be starting to work on my own again this week.

My only regret on the floor is that I didn't get to it some time ago, possibly before it got this bad. Still, it's being dealt with now. Hopefully the DS of the floor is in better shape (couldn't get the nuts on the LF seat loose myself), but if I have to have that worked on too, so be it.

Good luck with the engine swap.

Menzenski

May 8th, 2007, 12:22

Just for kicks, I'm going to pull the timing cover tomorrow and take a look at the chain.

http://img233.imageshack.us/img233/292/nofrontkw1.jpg

darwin

May 10th, 2007, 06:51

#1 -- Finally join NAXJA (check out my reg date)
#2 -- Get a cooler and beer and get in my truck :D

gabe4

May 10th, 2007, 12:49

OK Rad and water pump are done. Now I think I'll rebuild some drive shafts

gabe4

May 15th, 2007, 18:14

Front DS done replaced drivers seat built a tire mount for the roof rack, jeeps almost done, until I can get it painted. Now on to the pop-up

nhrocker

May 16th, 2007, 19:36

Front DS done replaced drivers seat built a tire mount for the roof rack, jeeps almost done, until I can get it painted. Now on to the pop-upSo how does it feel to actually make progress on your rig? Mine keeps taking a step back... I've been working on vehicles quite a bit, but sadly it hasn't been my own.

ROBZ95Xj

May 16th, 2007, 19:44

heres all the goodies i got for my rig, just need ti get it all installed

4.5" Lift
http://img374.imageshack.us/img374/4318/partskb0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

15x8 American Racing Steelies
http://img128.imageshack.us/img128/5631/parts006de0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Motor
http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/6114/parts003mi3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

D44 and in true ROBZ95XJ fasion the diff cover is painted lime green
http://img53.imageshack.us/img53/3200/d44002mj4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img175.imageshack.us/img175/1428/d44003az7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

couple other things needed to get xj back on road
fix floors
replace stearing box
rebuild tcase and install SYE
get frt driveshaft for rear

gabe4

May 17th, 2007, 05:33

So how does it feel to actually make progress on your rig? Mine keeps taking a step back... I've been working on vehicles quite a bit, but sadly it hasn't been my own.
Everytime I get something done I find something else I need to deal with. I know what you mean about other cars, it seems all I do is work on my sh!t all the time between the TJ the Malibu and the bike I've removed or rotated every tire broke studs on spacers fixed door and cobbed mirror's. Every knuckle is bloody and my kid has learned more then a few new words.

MrShaft696

May 17th, 2007, 05:49

heres all the goodies i got for my rig, just need ti get it all installed
couple other things needed to get xj back on road
fix floors
replace stearing box
rebuild tcase and install SYE
get frt driveshaft for rear

wow I thought getting re-geared and such was a chore, your basically building a jeep to drive there, good luck.

Rob Mayercik

May 17th, 2007, 10:39

heres all the goodies i got for my rig, just need ti get it all installed

4.5" Lift
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15x8 American Racing Steelies
(http://imageshack.us)
Motor

D44 and in true ROBZ95XJ fasion the diff cover is painted lime green
(http://imageshack.us)
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couple other things needed to get xj back on road
fix floors
replace stearing box
rebuild tcase and install SYE
get frt driveshaft for rear

Good heavens, man! Step away from the keyboard and get cracking!!

nhrocker

May 17th, 2007, 21:33

wow I thought getting re-geared and such was a chore, your basically building a jeep to drive there, good luck.Yeah, it's probably not going to happen... He already arranged to ride down with me like last year if (when) he doesn't get it running.

In my case I still have a blown drivers front shock, both my drive shafts are still messed up, I need to swap my good steering box back in, my hatch struts died, and my rear end is sagging pretty good... So in other words I'm good to go!

lobsterdmb

May 18th, 2007, 00:37

nope, i think the coil may be bad on my jeep

gabe4

May 18th, 2007, 06:31

Man I've been driving around for a week without my front driveshaft and it drove so smooth. Now that I put the rebuilt one back in it vibs again not s bad as before I rebuilt it but I was hopping it would drive like it did without it.
Now I think I'll build some sort of storage in the rear cargo area.

ROBZ95Xj

May 18th, 2007, 21:05

Yeah, it's probably not going to happen... He already arranged to ride down with me like last year if (when) he doesn't get it running.

In my case I still have a blown drivers front shock, both my drive shafts are still messed up, I need to swap my good steering box back in, my hatch struts died, and my rear end is sagging pretty good... So in other words I'm good to go!
yeah mine aint gonna make the trip, but it will be finished by end of summer, im lokkin at end of july back on road

CountryXJer

May 23rd, 2007, 14:08

My turn to post up :spin1: ! Here is my "new " daily driver. I inherited this last year when my dad passed. 4.0 5sp currently averaging 20mpg to and from work

Plans are to have this at NACFEST.

The list includes:
Rusty's 4.5" lift
3.73 gears, rear locked already. (in my other XJ currently)
31X10.50
Custom front receiver
Advanced Adapters SYE
Tom Woods CV shaft
JKS Gen II discos
Adjustable track bar

The above parts are here and going to be installed starting the first weekend in june!

Already done the dual battery install.

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa7/CountryXJer/88XJ2dr.jpg

Mike in NJ

May 24th, 2007, 07:42

Gee Dave, just what NAC needs . . . . ANOTHER 2 door RED 5 speed!

MG :patriot:

lobsterdmb

May 24th, 2007, 07:51

Gee Dave, just what NAC needs . . . . ANOTHER 2 door RED 5 speed!

MG :patriot:

if someone didn't hurt himself, we would have 2!

Mike in NJ

May 24th, 2007, 08:34

:gee:

:dunce:

MG :patriot:

CountryXJer

May 24th, 2007, 14:55

I figure I could blend in better that way! :laugh:

Andy in Pa.

May 29th, 2007, 13:43

The MJ is done. Check out my post in the NAC forum. I have a few general maintenance things on the XJ, but otherwise ready to go.

A.

Rob Mayercik

June 1st, 2007, 13:48

Time to put up my list, I suppose:

1. Get carpet out, dry pad and deal with floor pan issues done
2. Headliner recover
3. Remove rear sway bar done
4. Clean fuel injectors done
5. Get upper hinge on LF door rewelded done
6. Replace Duct Tape on RR lower quarter panel (temporary hole coverer)

Rob
Some new progress - finally ditched the rear swaybar yesterday. Considering that those bolts haven't been touched since the lift kit went on, they came off pretty easy. Haven't driven it much since then, but looking forward to seeing how much (if any) change I feel in it.

On the flip side of that coin, I haven't touched the headliner yet, and I'm still lining up the last parts for my mirror swap (got a line on the connectors I need, but waiting for them to be cut out of the donor vehicle). I still plan on having that done by NACFest, though.

New item: Make up swaybar tie-ups like John and Melissa have - I have all the parts, and just have to put them together and install the eye bolts. I'm going to take a cue from FitchVA's site and see if my '92 has the same pre-exitsing holes in the fender support brackets as his '98, so I can avoid pulling the battery and airbox.

I am going to try to deal with the rear quarter panels as well, but whether I get to them before NACFest or not I don't know. Duct Tape may just have to continue to hold the fort in the meantime.

Rob

MrShaft696

June 5th, 2007, 14:30

Yippie I am paid up, membership too. Swapped in a 29sp 8.25 over the weekend with 3.55s which is a upgrade for my 5sp. Unfortunately now my tom woods driveshaft is vibrating, and i cant figure it out. Dont think the spring perches are welded on at a different angle so go to solve that and regear the front in the next three weeks.

ROBZ95Xj

June 5th, 2007, 14:37

SAVE UP $$$$$$
Buy Lots of BEER!
Give nhrocker gas money

nhrocker

June 5th, 2007, 18:23

SAVE UP $$$$$$
Buy Lots of BEER!
Give nhrocker gas moneyYeah, with my gas mileage I'll need it. At least I'm in the double digits for gas mileage this year... :laugh3:

I still need to weld up my new rear shackle mounts, swap out rear drive shaft, get new shocks, get a new tailpipe, weld in the rest of the gussets in my cage, and weld up the legs to tie the b-pillar into the exo.

Nothing compared to last years list...:rolleyes:

CountryXJer

June 17th, 2007, 20:27

My turn to post up :spin1: ! Here is my "new " daily driver. I inherited this last year when my dad passed. 4.0 5sp currently averaging 20mpg to and from work

Plans are to have this at NACFEST.

The list includes:
Rusty's 4.5" lift (Done)
3.73 gears, rear locked already. (in my other XJ currently)(Done)
31X10.50(Done)
Custom front receiver (In progress)
Advanced Adapters SYE(Done)
Tom Woods CV shaft (Rx wrong shaft :bawl: , Too short)
JKS Gen II discos (Done)
Adjustable track bar (Done)

The above parts are here and going to be installed starting the first weekend in june!

Already done the dual battery install.

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa7/CountryXJer/88XJ2dr.jpg

Looks like this now!

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa7/CountryXJer/88XJ2Dr/day3upgrade0001.jpg

OverlandXJ

June 17th, 2007, 21:10

Lookin good Dave!:thumbup:

nhrocker

June 17th, 2007, 21:26

Rig looks great, another good Chief kept going!

My project list is mostly done. I just typed it all up to post it, but then I realized it was mostly a bunch of little stuff no one needs to read through... To sum it up, I'm putting off some stuff (as usual) and there's one I'm still hoping to get done. I'm waiting on my new front shock to come in. It was supposed to be here Friday. As long as it gets here Monday (or even Tues.) I should be able to get it in.