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Jeep Wrangler YJ
YJ General Discussion
Looking for opinions - YJ project keep/fix or sell?
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<blockquote data-quote="buzzard86" data-source="post: 438199" data-attributes="member: 20995"><p>Hey gang - </p><p></p><p>First post here, looking for insight and opinions on my YJ project. Full disclaimer, I am also a CJ7 guy. I like ALL Jeeps. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite3993" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> </p><p></p><p>So, my dilemma. I have a 1995 bone-stock base model YJ. 70k original miles, one owner, 4 cylinder auto. Runs/drives and the interior's in good shape, but it took a medium-speed t-bone hit at the passenger footwell. I'd initially planned to try to just pull it out and have fun with it while I tinker with my CJ, but not surprisingly found that the damage had telegraphed beyond the point of impact so I picked up a decent replacement tub (generally solid but needs floorboards and some rocker work). The frame is surface scaly but I can't find any soft spots and the hangars look solid - it hasn't been on a frame rack but the only obvious damage is a bent body mount at the point of impact.</p><p></p><p>This is where it sits. I also have a '83 CJ7 Limited next to it in the garage that I plan to fully restore and I'm starting a new career that will have me travelling roughly 2/3 of every month so I honestly have no idea when I'll get to either project at this point. </p><p></p><p>I'm far more knowledgeable about CJs - can you tell me your thoughts on the YJ world? Mainly, if I sell the project, think I'll regret it or are damaged 2.5L/auto YJs a dime a dozen? My gut tells me to sell the whole YJ package and direct the funds into starting work on the CJ. However, I've sold a few other Jeeps that I ultimately regret so hoping this won't be one of them. </p><p></p><p>I'd welcome any thoughts here.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="buzzard86, post: 438199, member: 20995"] Hey gang - First post here, looking for insight and opinions on my YJ project. Full disclaimer, I am also a CJ7 guy. I like ALL Jeeps. :) So, my dilemma. I have a 1995 bone-stock base model YJ. 70k original miles, one owner, 4 cylinder auto. Runs/drives and the interior's in good shape, but it took a medium-speed t-bone hit at the passenger footwell. I'd initially planned to try to just pull it out and have fun with it while I tinker with my CJ, but not surprisingly found that the damage had telegraphed beyond the point of impact so I picked up a decent replacement tub (generally solid but needs floorboards and some rocker work). The frame is surface scaly but I can't find any soft spots and the hangars look solid - it hasn't been on a frame rack but the only obvious damage is a bent body mount at the point of impact. This is where it sits. I also have a '83 CJ7 Limited next to it in the garage that I plan to fully restore and I'm starting a new career that will have me travelling roughly 2/3 of every month so I honestly have no idea when I'll get to either project at this point. I'm far more knowledgeable about CJs - can you tell me your thoughts on the YJ world? Mainly, if I sell the project, think I'll regret it or are damaged 2.5L/auto YJs a dime a dozen? My gut tells me to sell the whole YJ package and direct the funds into starting work on the CJ. However, I've sold a few other Jeeps that I ultimately regret so hoping this won't be one of them. I'd welcome any thoughts here. [/QUOTE]
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