That is a very valid concern, but a quick "U" up ward and then back down to the side would fix this problem. Plus, that jeep looks stock. Add a terraflex or something, and it would be way lower than the exhaust, though still might hit it on flex. Maybe they need to extend it out past the shackle. It is a prototype, but I do like it, as long as the cost isn't prohibitive. There's nothing like throwing 10k into a 1000 dollar shell.
Jeep Cherokee Espedition Vechicle
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That is a very valid concern, but a quick "U" up ward and then back down to the side would fix this problem. Plus, that jeep looks stock. Add a terraflex or something, and it would be way lower than the exhaust, though still might hit it on flex. Maybe they need to extend it out past the shackle. It is a prototype, but I do like it, as long as the cost isn't prohibitive. There's nothing like throwing 10k into a 1000 dollar shell.
I am trying to make it affordable, I am shooting for the $12,000-$14,000 range.
The picture is deceiving, it has plenty of room and yes it is stock suspension. I don't know were you could find a diesel vehicle equipped like this for $12,000-$14,000.
Yes it was a ton of work but this is my prototype, hence the reason for the 617 engine in the production run.
You are correct, states like Idaho, Montana ect. have no smog and they are exempt. Other states have a 20 year and older clause to be exempt. Some of my customers register there cars with a P.O. box in a exempt county, there are many was to get around this.
yossarian19
Observer
Much as I'd love to have one, I have to wonder when the return on investment happens. 12k buys a ****load of gas.
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First of all that includes the donor shell, and $500.00-$1000.00 buys clean Cherokees all day long with engine or mechanical problems. This is with a new engine, not a used engine, and with the suspension rebuilt. Maybe everyone needs to look at the build sheet again, and do the math.
yossarian19
Observer
Don't get your feelings hurt, dude. It looks like a sick diesel swap. At 12k, though, I'd look for something more than an xj's level of refinement.
Maybe if it came with wj seats, upgraded / fatmat interior, wj brakes / control arms, upgrade headlights etc, in short making the vehicles competitive overall with a wk, I could see it. That's just me though. I hope you sell all you can build.
PS you spelled "exhibition vehicle" wrong in the title.
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Maybe if it came with wj seats, upgraded / fatmat interior, wj brakes / control arms, upgrade headlights etc, in short making the vehicles competitive overall with a wk, I could see it. That's just me though. I hope you sell all you can build.
PS you spelled "exhibition vehicle" wrong in the title.
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You forgot heated seats, surround sound and GPS so you don't get lost on those rugged trails. Thats "Expedition Vehicle" and you can't edit the title.
yossarian19
Observer
Ok, I'll confess: it was childish of me to snipe on your spelling.
Any progress / new pictures ? Super appealing swap.
Any progress / new pictures ? Super appealing swap.
Eaglefreek
Eagleless
Yes, please keep us updated. I'd like to see what the finished product looks like.