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- Remove old body
- Remove old fuel system
- Tank
- Lines
- Remove brake lines
- Remove engine
- Clean frame
- Wash frame
- Replace front U joints
- Repair frame
- Body Mounts
- Left & Right Rear Frame Members
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- Replace front shocks
- Straighten tie rod
- Straighten & Paint Front Fender
- Replace side marker light
- Get Comprehensive Insurance Coverage
- Winter 2004 Upgrade
- Two Barrel Carb
- Herculiner on floor
- Paint Roll Bar
- Replace starter
- Replace front u-joints
- Reorient air compressor
- Winter 2005 Upgrade
- Two new axels w/ 3.4 gears
- Spring 2006 Upgrade
- New (old) engine!
- Spring 2008 Upgrade
- Roll Cage!
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Monthly Archives: September 2001
Had a party last weekend and just had to show her off to everyone. Though Jen didn’t exactly like it, I just had to. Was kinda fun turfing my own lawn too. (grin) Next up, new tires!
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Got one of the Jeep logos from the donor jeep at the junk yard… excuse me… salvage yard. Stuck it down with some double sided automotive molding tape. Will have to buy one from 4WD Hardware. I think it ‘s … Continue reading
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Next was the soft top. I was afraid that the brown top would look bad against the yellow but it actually looks pretty good. One suggestion. Don’t buy your snaps (to hold the canvas top onto the body) from a … Continue reading
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Stopped over at the Nissan dealership and said to the guy behind the counter, “I need some touch up paint for an Xtera.” The guy said “What year?” and I said “1981.” Ok, I didn’t really say that but I … Continue reading
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The only things that need done yet are replacing the motor mounts and the emergency break cable. It seems that the cable was pinched during the accident. Trivial but necessary.
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Yes, she is finally back from the frame shop! And I’ve actually been driving it the last week or so. (Sorry this post is so slow in coming.) You’ll notice the steel doors are on her in these pictures. I … Continue reading
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Ok, it’s Thursday and still no Jeep. I just spoke with the shop and they ‘think’ it ‘may’ be done tomorrow. I personally doubt it but I’ll keep my fingers crossed. I would love to have her here for the … Continue reading
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She’s back at the frame shop. They are going to try to have her done by next Tuesday. (Mumble…) If luck is with me I’ll be able to take her to the 4WD club meeting next Wednesday. Keep your fringers … Continue reading
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