Gutted it..

 

This weekend the valve cover gasket is getting replaced and im removing the roof rack. I thought I would go with a later model's black one.

 

Replaced the intermittent wiper module today, and front door ajar switches.

 

This Jeep is really starting to look good. I like what you did with the rims. It's always cool to see someone bring an XJ back from the dead!

 

Thanks. I just went and got these simple seat covers, looks a little better than the old seats with stains. I'll get the one for the rear flattened out.

 

Went to pull the valve cover.. None of the bolts were tight. And I decided to clean everything.

 

As I was putting the valve cover back on I found out why they were loose after I pierced a water jacket. Not a fun development.



But I did manage to seal it up and got everything back together. I put some washers on top of the valve cover so I wouldn't pierce any others.




All back together and it runs great.

 

So today I removed the little rails on the roof. Most of the rubber between them and the roof was shot. It was the source of an annoying rattle while driving.



I decided to wash it while I was at it.

 

Besides the mis matched paint, that jeep looks nice.

 

I agree. Sounds like you've got quite a bit of time into it already. Nice job! Do you have any plans to match the paint on the fender and door?

 

I am going to do the body work prep sometime this winter and early spring. I still want to replace the drivers door as it is flared out and the rear hatch is cracked and has missing chunks of fiberglass.

I decided to go with patriot blue and to put the stock pinstripes and trim back on. But I wanted to go with the later badges for 4x4.



With a simple photoshop, here is what the combo rims / tires and paint will look like. I may even do the 97+ update.


Currently it has drop shackles in the rear to compensate for sag. Once I put a new suspension on, it will sit about 2" over stock.

 

Wow so many problems, glad you were up for the challenge. Sounds like the people you bought it from don't deserve to own a vehicle after seeing how neglected and poorly taken care of it was.

 

Thanks. There were more problems then I took time to document. And some shouldn't own vehicles.

 

Awesome. I'm subscribing. Keep us updated. I just bought another one tonight. You've inspired me.

 

No prob..lol when I can, I'm going to start the body work. Probably sanding the roof down to get rid of the rust. I got a couple spray guns recently that should work nicely for the primer and paint portion.