Recent content by ACKyj

Looking at the underside of the right rear frame by the exhaust I think that's a no go. That is eventually going to be an expensive repair or structural failure. I had a '79 CJ-7 where the frame rotted both sides in that very spot, we welded it, but it was a lot of blood, sweat and beers...

Damn. I'd say that looks pretty good by New England standards. The rear crossmember looks a bit crusty but could be cut out and welded in. I'd say you could probably do better in the south but I'd consider that up here in New England. Price? And more pictures please of the rest of the jeep!

I've had 5 jeeps. Cj's , YJ's, soft top for the win. Hard top is a pain in the ass to take on/off in a hurry, and storing it, etc. Full doors are heavy and cumbersome. Let's face it, Jeeps are primarily fair weather vehicles. Ultimately it's your ride and decision, but if you need to lock...

"...Tuffy is the only aftermarket one I’d really consider..." <<<<< this

I waited for months on part listed above, kept getting strong along by Quadratec and Extreme Terrain. I bough these off amazon and with slight modification have worked fine > weideer 4Pcs 12V Mount Pin Switch Momentary Nickel Plated Universal Door Jamb Flange Light Hood Mount Switch with...

No for me either. Bought equipment to do floor repair now waiting on warmer weather :rolleyes:

Beautiful restoration!

Thank you for the info! (y) Us stock yj guys appreciate that.

"...At this point, I'm leaning towards the printed circuit on the back of the gauge cluster to be the problem but I need to shoot the gauge cluster connector to be sure..." Have you tried to clean up the contacts at the bulb and the circuit board? This resolved a problem for me on my gauge...

Nice work!

The TJ wheels are a good look, IMHO. Any changes to interior? Is yours mostly stock? Great looking jeep.

Sounds like sticking lifters to me

Nice jeep! Love the barn too. Welcome to the forum!

Great to hear you are back! Hopefully you'll soon be back in your shop like you never left!

Sorin, get well soon!