The no name cheap Jeep [Archive]

achipnachair

03-26-2009, 08:24 PM

Ok so I figure I should do a build thread. Here goes......

1993 XJ Country $375 (with a blown headgasket), and custom rusted wheels.

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/th100_0321.jpg

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http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/th100_0329.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/th100_0330.jpg

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achipnachair

03-26-2009, 08:26 PM

After getting the headgasket fixed I added a new muffler, the cat. is gone. also scraped the rusty rims for these...

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep001.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep001-1.jpg

achipnachair

03-26-2009, 08:30 PM

Then came the homemade 2" lift. I made my own 2" coilspring spacers, and 2" lift blocks. I also made a set of swaybar disconnects.....

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep001-3.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep005-1.jpg

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http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep007-1.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep008-1.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep011-1.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/thjeep013-1.jpg

achipnachair

03-26-2009, 08:34 PM

Then after the list I got a hella wobble so I found a set of RE super ride adjustable LCA's, a XJ Nation transfer skid, used alt., new oil filter, wires, plugs, cap, and rotor all in trade for a 22cal riffle I never used........

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/stuff.jpg

LCA's fixed wobble.

achipnachair

03-26-2009, 08:37 PM

After doing some hard wheeling I found the need to trim the fenders alot......

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/tools013.jpg

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achipnachair

03-26-2009, 08:41 PM

Ok now it's winter and really f**king cold out so what can I do I have no garage. Hmmmmm Guess I'll pull apart the interior and paint it......

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/tools.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/jeep001.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/jeep002.jpg

achipnachair

03-26-2009, 08:44 PM

Ok OBA is on the to do list and I needed somewhere to mount the airtank and keep some tools so this is what I built......

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/tools001.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/tools002.jpg

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http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/jeep004-1.jpg

achipnachair

03-26-2009, 08:46 PM

and this is what it looked like an hour ago......

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/jeep006.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/jeep007.jpg

duntruckin

03-26-2009, 09:03 PM

Not bad for a cheap jeep!!!!

xj97sport

03-26-2009, 09:34 PM

like those chrome rims ... wish i had a set

achipnachair

03-26-2009, 10:26 PM

:flip:http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m189/achipnachair/funny-1.gif:flip:

rzmod

03-26-2009, 10:36 PM

love the fact your not scared to use the sawzall....

Jeeper Jim

03-26-2009, 11:47 PM

does that paint glow in the dark?

:hehe:

MuddyPaws 3.0

03-27-2009, 12:19 AM

How do you run the compressor?

Alter Ego

03-27-2009, 12:33 AM

What happens when the spare tire slides over and takes out the regulator?

RockStar

03-27-2009, 05:05 AM

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/tools001.jpg

you didnt waste space did ya?

BroncoBuddha

03-27-2009, 11:50 AM

glad to see I m not the only one who isnt afraid to take sawsall to there fenders!

achipnachair

03-27-2009, 12:04 PM

Angle grinder not sawsall. lol. Had to do it, The 29" tires rubbed bad. And if you look you'll see the red strap holding the spare in place. It wont move.

achipnachair

03-27-2009, 12:06 PM

How do you run the compressor?

Plan is to use the A/C compressor. Still need to get an oilier and a dryer.

MuddyPaws 3.0

03-27-2009, 03:38 PM

Plan is to use the A/C compressor. Still need to get an oilier and a dryer.

Ahhh got ya. I thought I saw a 110 cord and was wondering how that was gonna work.

achipnachair

03-27-2009, 03:54 PM

I am using an old compressor that the motor was fired on. I am going to run a wire from the battery to the 110 wire in. Then out from the 110 wire to the A/C comp. That way I can use the on/off switch, manifold, pressure switch,blowoff valve, gages, and tank. I have an old hose that I will run from the A/C comp. to the tank. All I am missing is an inline oiler as there is no freon to lube the system, and a dryer to catch water and oil before it hits the tank.
Very simple to do. I have a friend that has had his for about 2 years now and has had no problems. He uses it to fill tires on multiple rigs after wheeling and also to run air tools when working on the Jeep.

achipnachair

03-27-2009, 05:15 PM

Got off work early today. No more shine crome rims.....

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/jeep-1.jpg

MuddyPaws 3.0

03-27-2009, 07:07 PM

MuddyPaws 3.0

03-27-2009, 07:09 PM

Is that some kind of optical delusion thing or is there some kind of z-bar steering in there?

achipnachair

03-27-2009, 07:49 PM

Nope no z bar

Jeeper Jim

04-27-2009, 06:01 PM

[QUOTE=achipnachair;152633]Ok OBA is on the to do list and I needed somewhere to mount the airtank and keep some tools so this is what I built......

I'm looking to do something similar, to keep my spare tire, CO2 tank and some tools from bouncing all over the place.... did you anchor that box somehow?

abester69

04-27-2009, 07:56 PM

I like the idea that someone will actually build a rig with little or next to nothing involved. I think that is what real wheelin is all about, build it to your needs and f- the ones who cant appreciate it. The offroad aftermarket has exploded in the last 10 to 15 years witch isnt bad, but it takes away from the personal touch a builder wheeler may put into his/her rig; the only personal touches anymore are the stickers you put on your rig. Not all the ideas are winners but they all are not failures as well. Im not bucking Jeeps,Broncos,Toyotas,Blazers or Scouts, I just think when someone does a rig on a budjet or to their own specifications a little more encouragement is always a good thing, not picking it apart because theyve done something different. Sorry bout the rant, Im very vulnerable right now.:hehe:

achipnachair

04-27-2009, 07:59 PM

Well floors are mostly gone, so only thing I could think of was to anchor it to the wheel wells. Used screws from outside in.

achipnachair

04-27-2009, 08:07 PM

Ok I scored bigtime. I got a set of 33/12.5/15 Thornbirds, More then 60% tread for $150. Also got my S-10 rear leafs and 6.5" coils NIB for $100. Found a set of 4 shocks for $100 NIB on E-BAY. Lift may happen sooner then I thought.

achipnachair

07-05-2009, 10:17 PM

Got the parts I needed to finish my 6 1/2" lift.....

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/Jeep%20Build/jeep003-1.jpg

Got brake lines on today. Stll have to install trac-bar and T-case w/SYE and driveshaft.

achipnachair

07-11-2009, 09:13 PM

Ok so the lift is done. Best I can see I am 10" over stock with the tires....

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/jeep109.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/jeep110.jpg

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr200/MarksJeep/jeep111.jpg

Only got a couple pics. Was to busy wheeling it. More pics to come soon.