Was jeepless, until now!

92muddycherokee · 08-16-2009, 05:10 PM

Well I thought I was going to have to bid farewell after only being here for a short time. I was having so many problems with my XJ that I decided to sell it along with the other XJ that I had for parts to get money out of them while I still could. A lot of the problems were from me abusing it too much and not fixing things while they were easier. That and the floors were about gone in it from rust, I have very limited resources to fix such a large problem so they are gone.

The plan was to pool the money I got for both XJ's and keep adding to it until I found a Cleaner XJ or even a Grand Cherokee. I was keeping away from Wranglers because I thought the price for even an old old one would be too much for me.
I ended up finding a Wrangler for sale down this back country road sitting up on a hill. I couldn't even tell it was for sale but I drove up the drive and it did have a small piced of cardboard with For sale written on it.

Little bit about it: 4cyl 5sp that runs great, shifts ok(needs clutch) No Top, bent fender, cracked windshield, 4wd works great.
I got it for $1000 that was my first offer too! I probably could have got it for less! I consider it a steal even with the problems.
Anyway here she is:

For the price I let my beloved XJ go for they weren't getting the brand new 31" I had just put on it so we agreed that I keep them. I stuck them on the Wrangler and they look great. They are also mounted on backspaced wheels so the tires don't rub at all. I also got a basic cab cover top to protect the guages and what's left of the seats from the rain until I can get a better top

taythegibs · 08-16-2009, 09:52 PM

looks like a good buy!

XJ?2010 · 08-16-2009, 10:01 PM

Good buy man, What are your plans for it now?

Cherokee 4.0 · 08-16-2009, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 92muddycherokee

Well I thought I was going to have to bid farewell after only being here for a short time. I was having so many problems with my XJ that I decided to sell it along with the other XJ that I had for parts to get money out of them while I still could. A lot of the problems were from me abusing it too much and not fixing things while they were easier. That and the floors were about gone in it from rust, I have very limited resources to fix such a large problem so they are gone.

The plan was to pool the money I got for both XJ's and keep adding to it until I found a Cleaner XJ or even a Grand Cherokee. I was keeping away from Wranglers because I thought the price for even an old old one would be too much for me.
I ended up finding a Wrangler for sale down this back country road sitting up on a hill. I couldn't even tell it was for sale but I drove up the drive and it did have a small piced of cardboard with For sale written on it.

Little bit about it: 4cyl 5sp that runs great, shifts ok(needs clutch) No Top, bent fender, cracked windshield, 4wd works great.
I got it for $1000 that was my first offer too! I probably could have got it for less! I consider it a steal even with the problems.
Anyway here she is:

For the price I let my beloved XJ go for they weren't getting the brand new 31" I had just put on it so we agreed that I keep them. I stuck them on the Wrangler and they look great. They are also mounted on backspaced wheels so the tires don't rub at all. I also got a basic cab cover top to protect the guages and what's left of the seats from the rain until I can get a better top

not a fan of them, but if your happy, congrats

92muddycherokee · 08-16-2009, 10:52 PM

Well I havn't had it off road so I can't give any kind of reviews yet. It is great in the city, the 4 banger does not like the highway much but it will cruise at 65 nicely.

Plans, not neccessarily in this order are:
1st thing for sure it get it off road where it is supposed to be! Then...
CLUTCH!
Very mild lift like a 1" shackle lift for now
Fix the fender and hood
Complete the top and get upper doors
New shocks
Some off road and backup lights
Exhaust system
CB radio
Working FM radio

A Winch, it's hard to get people to go off roading with me these days so I may just have to head out on my own so I will need a good winch just in case

Figure out how the hell I am going to fit all the stuff I used to lug around in my XJ into this tiny thing LOL!!!! And outfit it for a trip of somesort

Get some kind of lining on the floor, maybe something for insulation as well?
I keep saying it but I want to do this jeep right and not cut corners so it will get me where I need to go

I should be getting a bed cover and windbreaker tomorrow so may have some more pics.

All I can think of for now, will keep updating as I go and share my knowledge of XJ's this is truely a great site.
Thanks

taythegibs · 08-16-2009, 10:55 PM

i know several guys who have put several coats of bedliner in as thee flooring and like it.

nick_n_ii · 08-16-2009, 11:04 PM

I so want another YJ. Nice score..

Cherokee 4.0 · 08-16-2009, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick_n_ii

I so want another YJ. Nice score..

booooooooooooooo

08-16-2009, 05:10 PM	#1
92muddycherokee Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 155 My Photos 1995 Cherokee Year: 1995 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0H.O. I6 Transmission: AW4 Transfer Case: NP 231 Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: Chrysler 8.25 Tires: 33x10.5 BFG AT ko's Lift Specifications: 2" budget lift Misc Accessories: Trimmed fenders. That's about it for now	Was jeepless, until now! Well I thought I was going to have to bid farewell after only being here for a short time. I was having so many problems with my XJ that I decided to sell it along with the other XJ that I had for parts to get money out of them while I still could. A lot of the problems were from me abusing it too much and not fixing things while they were easier. That and the floors were about gone in it from rust, I have very limited resources to fix such a large problem so they are gone. The plan was to pool the money I got for both XJ's and keep adding to it until I found a Cleaner XJ or even a Grand Cherokee. I was keeping away from Wranglers because I thought the price for even an old old one would be too much for me. I ended up finding a Wrangler for sale down this back country road sitting up on a hill. I couldn't even tell it was for sale but I drove up the drive and it did have a small piced of cardboard with For sale written on it. Little bit about it: 4cyl 5sp that runs great, shifts ok(needs clutch) No Top, bent fender, cracked windshield, 4wd works great. I got it for $1000 that was my first offer too! I probably could have got it for less! I consider it a steal even with the problems. Anyway here she is: For the price I let my beloved XJ go for they weren't getting the brand new 31" I had just put on it so we agreed that I keep them. I stuck them on the Wrangler and they look great. They are also mounted on backspaced wheels so the tires don't rub at all. I also got a basic cab cover top to protect the guages and what's left of the seats from the rain until I can get a better top

08-16-2009, 09:52 PM	#2
taythegibs fantic238 is that cool! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NW GA Posts: 1,455 My Photos	looks like a good buy! __________________ -Gibs No Jeep Right now.... Past Jeeps- -2000 xj 2wd -1997 xj parted -1996 zj awd fun

08-16-2009, 10:01 PM	#3
XJ?2010 CF Veteran Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 2,504 My Photos 2000 Cherokee Year: 2000 Model: Cherokee Engine: I6 4.0L Transmission: AW-4 Transfer Case: NP242 Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: Chrysler 8.25 Tires: 33x12.50x15 Goodyear Duratracs Lift Specifications: 3" Rough country with a 2" Budget boost Misc Accessories: Flareless, two 55watt driving lights, Homemade Intake, 7/8ths inch D shackle reciver, Clinometer	Good buy man, What are your plans for it now? __________________ 2000 XJ - Limited - 109,000 - 5" lift - 33" Wranglers Build Thread White XJ Club Member #3

08-16-2009, 10:55 PM	#6
taythegibs fantic238 is that cool! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NW GA Posts: 1,455 My Photos	i know several guys who have put several coats of bedliner in as thee flooring and like it. __________________ -Gibs No Jeep Right now.... Past Jeeps- -2000 xj 2wd -1997 xj parted -1996 zj awd fun

08-16-2009, 11:04 PM	#7
nick_n_ii Anti-Obama, Pro-American Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Burtchville Twp., MI Posts: 5,242 My Photos 1989 Cherokee Year: 1989 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0L Transmission: AW4 Transfer Case: NP231 Front Axle: D30 open 3.55's Rear Axle: D44 open 3.55's Tires: 31X10.5-15's Lift Specifications: 4.25" Misc Accessories: CB and custom trimming	I so want another YJ. Nice score.. __________________ '89 Cherokee Laredo 5" RC lift, 31" GoodYear Authority AT's, NP231 T-case, HD steering, RC double shear track bar, HPD30 and D44 axles... www.adv4x4online.com / www.1stopgamer.com

08-16-2009, 10:52 PM	#5
92muddycherokee Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 155 My Photos 1995 Cherokee Year: 1995 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0H.O. I6 Transmission: AW4 Transfer Case: NP 231 Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: Chrysler 8.25 Tires: 33x10.5 BFG AT ko's Lift Specifications: 2" budget lift Misc Accessories: Trimmed fenders. That's about it for now	Well I havn't had it off road so I can't give any kind of reviews yet. It is great in the city, the 4 banger does not like the highway much but it will cruise at 65 nicely. Plans, not neccessarily in this order are: 1st thing for sure it get it off road where it is supposed to be! Then... CLUTCH! Very mild lift like a 1" shackle lift for now Fix the fender and hood Complete the top and get upper doors New shocks Some off road and backup lights Exhaust system CB radio Working FM radio A Winch, it's hard to get people to go off roading with me these days so I may just have to head out on my own so I will need a good winch just in case Figure out how the hell I am going to fit all the stuff I used to lug around in my XJ into this tiny thing LOL!!!! And outfit it for a trip of somesort Get some kind of lining on the floor, maybe something for insulation as well? I keep saying it but I want to do this jeep right and not cut corners so it will get me where I need to go I should be getting a bed cover and windbreaker tomorrow so may have some more pics. All I can think of for now, will keep updating as I go and share my knowledge of XJ's this is truely a great site. Thanks

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