Project: Creepin Jeepin
Hey! I know im new here but I thought I would share my very slow build with everyone! First off my name is Ryan, Im in High School half days, Work full-time 6 days a week,and have a loving supportive girlfriend. So my jeep time is limited but that doesnt really stop me from moving foward! You know what else is limited? Me!! I have a condition called AMC (Cool name atleast:cheers:) since birth so I am not as strong as most people muscle wise in the lower and upper arms so this slows my process even more :cursing: This is my 4th jeep (3 previous xj's and one wj)... This is by far my favorite though!! Its a 99 Cherokee Sport 4.0 of course, With a AX-15 5spd...
Bought in July 2016 Pros: Buckshot ll tires with 75 percent tread! Clean interior Sticker on Tcase where it was rebult No mechanical flaws besides the AC/heat blower Shifts smooth Minimal rust underneath very clean Bad: Few small rust spots on body (2 spots) Hood latch broke Drivers door handle is broke (can get in but not out, No handle inside) Needs drivers side window regulator (stuck down) No headliner Blower on ac/heat does not work REAR LEAFS ARE DANGEROUSLY SHOT Let the build begin!! https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...7e9fd770cb.jpg When I first bought it |
CB Install
Yes I know its not the best choice for a first upgrade considering the "more needed parts" but hey I had a few hours of free time and a spare CB w/5ft firestick antenna that was brand new that I bought a few weeks ago for the build! Install went smooth! Thats a first! Besides driving all over Columbus looking for an adapter... ughhhh. Found it at a Pilot Truck Stop though:laughing: Its the silver one pictured right under the mount and washer. https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...3353875229.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...4cc174f6f4.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...1bd9f145d7.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...6c7896b4b9.jpg |
Just received IRO 3in Springs, Zone 3in Full leafs, 1in Tcase drop, and new NGK plugs/wires all last night.. Im a pretty happy guy:cheers:
Now finding time to put it all on...:icon_eek: I still got to order the shocks though |
Originally Posted by offroadXJ1999
(Post 3289070)
Just received IRO 3in Springs, Zone 3in Full leafs, 1in Tcase drop, and new NGK plugs/wires all last night.. Im a pretty happy guy:cheers:
Now finding time to put it all on...:icon_eek: I still got to order the shocks though |
Originally Posted by Martlor13
(Post 3289081)
Don't put the transfer case drop in yet. If you do vibe save up for an sye
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Originally Posted by offroadXJ1999
(Post 3289091)
I would rather install a sye and I think thats what ill end up doing because who knows if ill even get any vibes at all! Fingers crossed
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Originally Posted by offroadXJ1999
(Post 3289091)
I would rather install a sye and I think thats what ill end up doing because who knows if ill even get any vibes at all! Fingers crossed
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New goodies!!
Today I received my 150amp alternator and red top optima battery! I know the optima has mixed reviews but hey it has a 3 year warranty that i've read is pretty good.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...d15e45bda3.jpg Sorry about the blurry pic it was late and I was beat tired :lol: https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...c6d7f3b57b.jpg |
Also here's a pic of the IRO Springs
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...8579c8bdd4.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...8400ff2c23.jpg Bought off of nodakxj, Thank you! Great seller btw |
Just bought higher gauge battery cables off of xjwonders! Figured it would be a safer option since im upgrading to a higher amp alty. Hopefully I can get some work done this saturday or sunday... My fingers are crossed!
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Loving the 2 door! Ours are twins for the most part. I've been considering the cable upgrade, let me know how you like them. Keep up the great work man
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Originally Posted by kylemason
(Post 3289756)
Loving the 2 door! Ours are twins for the most part. I've been considering the cable upgrade, let me know how you like them. Keep up the great work man
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Just bought Rogue Lighting 6x7 45W Cree LED Clear Jeep Cherokee XJ Headlight Pair.. Awaiting their arrival... in the mean time im starting on the lift! My buddie rusty is coming over Sunday to help me. Super excited that i've finally found a day to get some stuff done!!
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Got some stuff done sunday with my buddy Rusty! Well we tried... Went to pick n pull to get a hood latch and got one for 6 bucks:thumbup1: Then got home, installed it, then pulled it to open the hood.. SNAP it broke:furious: So for now ill use plyers till I get a new latch... Then I started on the front springs with Rusty. PO had keyed lug nuts and I didn't know the key was in the glovebox till 2 hours of cussing and using a regular socket and airgun. Finally we got the front wheels off. Now i've hit a brick wall:brickwall:. We followed Bleepin Jeeps instructions to the T but the axle still won't drop to get the front springs out! Im about to just go get a spring compresser because Ive tried everything that I know of. Ill post a pic in a second.. But on the bright side, I recived the Cree headlights and Ill install in the morning
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