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Old 09-27-2014, 08:49 PM
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Really digging your Jeep, man. It's all about having a really awesome DD. Can't wait to see it painted! My XJ is the only automobile I own.
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Thanks bud. Its a work in progress. I'm repainting the interior right now. Going to black trim. Gonna try and snag some great/black seats eventually. Next spring I'll hopefully have my new axles built and ready to go in. I'm working on a motor right now, write up to come
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A couple from today
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Old 09-28-2014, 01:08 PM
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Sorta back in, still working on it..

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Old 09-28-2014, 06:09 PM
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Done for the day. Still have the trim around the cluster and the center console out to paint.

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Old 09-29-2014, 10:35 AM
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Nice build man! It's looking really good. I love seeing an older Jeep likethis loved and cared for and given new life.
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What kind of paint did you use on the differential cover?
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Engine enamel with some simple out door clear coat on top. Three coats of enamel and about 6 of clear.
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What color is the enamel?
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Purple. Got it at O'Riley's
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Thanks, I like the look of your purple accents very subtle but when you see them they look good.
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Thanks, I like the look of your purple accents very subtle but when you see them they look good.
Honestly I would have probably chose a different color, but its my little girls favorite and she wants to be involved so its my way of keeping her interested lol I'm building some beefier axles and I'm doing another diff cover similar just a lot more detail.
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Nice build!
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Nothing huge lately. Just some more interior painting and cleaned the wheels

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Looks good.


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