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Replaced the wiper motor with a knock-off version from the internet. It works but it doesn't seem quite as zippy and the fastener heads they included were all too large to clear the action arm, plus the unit came without the factory wiring connection so I had to splice the old one on to the...

I ran into some trouble on the one-yard line, when I discovered my caliper bleeder valve was completely seized and I couldn't get the brakes properly bled. The clock was ticking because I had an appointment for an alignment the next morning and those appointments can be hard to come by...

I haven't posted in a long time but progress has continued. First things first, here's a victory shot of Marge back down on the ground for the first time after her lift: This is a 2.5" lift but my twenty year old springs had certainly settled at least an inch over time, so I think the net...

Looks like it's just the imaginings of a design studio but it's still fun to oogle: http://2sympleks.pl/portfolio/surgo-2/

nice work

On the front end, I still had to install the front shocks, reattach all the steering linkages (reused all the OEM parts but added an OME steering stablizer) and install new wheel hubs. A few other odds and ends, including hockey puck bump stops inside the coils: Extending the rear axle...

While I was working on the axle painting, I took a moment to repaint the front grill trim and fender flares with some plastic spray paint. All the plastic trim on this Jeep has faded to a dark grey and this makes a big difference. I've used some Griot's Garage trim cleaner and restorer on...

Getting the new axle installed by myself was a little tricky. I had to raise the front of the Jeep higher up on the jack stands in order to fit the new taller coils because I don't have a pair of coil spring clamps. Once I squeezed the springs in place, they fought me while I was trying to get...

Next, I had to prep the front axle for re-installation. The suspension kit I purchased included JKS quicker disconnects. They connect to the axle at the lower sway bar link holes and the OEM bolts are pressure- fit and difficult to remove. I heated and beat on them but couldn't get them to...

I've been working on the Jeep but haven't had time to post any progress updates. The front axle, knuckles, dust shields and front-undercarriage all were painted at once so I didn't have to clean the sprayer twice. I got a little lazy with my masking and ended up needing to clean some...

nice, always like to see XJs. plans?

I had a hell of a time getting the knuckles off the axle. I had assumed I could pound the ball joints out: nope. I had to borrow a ball joint press from a friend, but my impact gun couldn't apply enough force for the press to pop the ball joints out. I finally used MAPP gas to heat the axle...

Thanks offroad_co. My mistake, I meant the ZJ disc brake upgrade. I do have the Chrysler 8.25. Interesting to learn that I don't have to swap out the whole axle and can just adapt the disc brakes onto the 8.25. Thanks for the insight and I will look into it.

Out with the old... I pulled the control arms completely from the frame and also removed the sway bar mount in order to clear as much out as possible for undercarriage paint. Sunday night I wire-brushed the underside of the front end to clear loose rust. Next, I'll prep it for paint by...

I did some Dana 30 research and found this particularly helpful reference on Naxja. I believe I have a Dana 30 non-disconnect RS, which Jeep started using with the advent of the Select-Trac t-case. After an assessment, I'm replacing everything: wheel hubs, axle shafts, ball-joints, brake hoses...

You're still right though as I did remove one of the leaf springs in the pack to yield the 2.5" increase. I'm curious whether that extra leaf might someday compensate for a heavily loaded trunk. I plan to build out some storage and for a long trip, dedicated trip, the extra leaf might come in...

before I started on the front end, I wanted to park the jeep in the other direction inside my garage. After the axle re-installation, I hadn't completely reconnected the main brake line so I had a buddy help me and we moved it carefully, under power. Luckily the incline outside my garage is...

During the process I also took care of a few loose ends, including rehanging the the gas tank and the rear exhaust mount, which I repainted before it was reinstalled: My "return fuel vapor line" was completely rusted through and certainly wasn't returning any vapor, let alone liquid fuel, so...

I've been chipping away on this project but haven't posted any updates. After getting the axle painted, I replaced the rear axle brake lines and hoses. With the OME springs already installed, I hung the axle and with new U-Bolts and DPG Offroad's adjustable bump stop plates. I'm leaving out...

I want to install a second battery under the hood and I like that reverse mount option a lot. My only reluctance is how to rework the intake. I don't want to do a snorkel (aesthetic reasons) and the cowl intake seems too noisy. Are there any better alternatives?