Brand spanking new member..with neglected 1982 J-10..PICS added

[Eiffelxx]

Hey to all out there,

New to the forum, and thought I would introduce myself.

I used to have a '84 Ford Bronco, that got me started in the old rig obsession, she was stolen a few years ago in Scottsdale AZ, after sinking in too much $$. I bought the Bronco originally because I could not find an affordable J-10 or Wagoneer..Ok it's 5 years later,..have looked for a "J-10 ever since", I was searching through CL, for a truck..since I haven't owned a truck since the Bronco was stolen..And there it was the elusive J-10. I got flutters like a little girl-and I'm a guy just to let you know. I drove 30 miles to go see this rig, that the owner didn't want to sell..She was an ugly faded yellow-still is..looks like the "Twister truck." I took this thing for a test drive..oh my..I bought it. Now I have developed an obsession..and probably a money pit..But I love it..I already salvaged a hood I needed from the yard, and a 66 Wagoneer grill-looks tougher I think, salvaged all the 327 Vigilante badges as well, I don't know why..Isn't she pretty?

Here are pics...of the sad shape she is in...the old grill and vs. new...and seats I picked up that will go in later..already started hand sanding getting ready for bondo..I just got this rig, so don't laugh..I had her for a week and a half. I know alot about mechanics, so I'll be saving money while I lose money..I'm a multi-tasker, so I'm doing body, interior, and mechanics all at the same time.
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[Lost Arrow]

looks like you've got alot of work to do:thumbsup:

good pull man.

what're those seats out of??

[Eiffelxx]

they are out of a 2006 subaru wagon..$50 at the yard, brackets are similar..but I will need to fab them later..super comfy

[AnnieL]

Welcome to the jungle! No laughing here, I bet once she's done, she'll look like a shiny new penny! :D

[Hud]

Welcome aboard! All the flares seem to be rust free thats a plus. Now get to workin on her.

[Eiffelxx]

Thanks for the nice comments, my roommate thinks I'm nuts..I'll show them all...Great rigs on here guys. I'm glad I joined.

[Headhoncho]

Nice find! The Honcho decals make up for the lack of a brow. :rolleyes:




JR

[fulsizjeep]

Welcome to the madness! :D
They come well baked from the desert country but at least it appears to be lacking the regular factory rust through feature. Good Luck on the project! :thumbsup:

[jaber]

Welcome to the land of empty pockets and unfinished projects...

I'm just North of you in the Prescott area. Is she road worthy? We are doing a fun run from Chino to Jerome a week from today. There are a few guys from your area coming up for the ride.

http://www.ifsja.org/forums/vb/showthread.php?t=101484
Any and all are welcome. Its an easy run and a beautiful drive.
Also you should check in to the AZFSJC here;

http://www.ifsja.org/forums/vb/showthread.php?t=101241

Hope to see you around....

[Carleysjeep]

There is nothing like buying a "new" Jeep! Are those straps across the bed there to hold the sides or are they just for looks?

[mdill]

Muti-tasking or just A.D.D ? :)

Mike D.

Hey to all out there,

..I'm a multi-tasker, so I'm doing body, interior, and mechanics all at the same time.

[newtojeeps]

Is this a daily driver? If not, gut it like a fish and do it right.

[Long&Low]

Holy Fungoo, what is with that headliner????????????????????????:eek: :eek: :eek:

[The PIG Smith]

Nice looking rig! I like it! (rather I like ALL Honchos! HAHAHA)
Your J10 looks a lot like J10 long bed.
Good look on your project.

BTW...what are your plans for the 'Pig Nosed' grill that you took off?

[DAHoyle]

Great looking truck. Looks like a lot of work, but from what I can tell from the pics, she looks like a real prize, and will respond very well to care and attention.

[Sian09]

Sweet! Now that you are already sanding...what are you going to paint it and how?!!!

[Eiffelxx]

Well after I get the engine fire settled..I just posted in the tech forum..it will be silver or gun metal grey..Black and grey interior..After this fire, I am highly considering the TBI setup. Thanks for the comments so far

Luckily she isn't a DD, straps were for a salt water aquarium I hauled home,55 gallons of glass.

I will also set up a carputer like i have in my DD, for trails, etc..And an aux fuel cell, +aux fuse box..Definitely a larger trans cooler, and aux fans up front with toggles.

Stupid engine fire and carb:(..No I'm not giving up. Just a set back.

Multi-tasker..but A.D.D maybe, wouldn't want to know..Although I do suffer panic attacks since last year for some reason. After losing my business. Xanax helps:)

[J.J.]

Welcome aboard. You've got a lot to do, but still a good looking truck.

[Eiffelxx]

Thanks,

I like the Jeep, once it gets sorted out..Got big plans for it.

Lucky for me, I live close to a dozen or so yards..1/2 off on Mon, Tues,Wed:D

[Rider99XX]

Welcome!! GREAT site with GREAT people.

[Tie Dyed]

Wow. I wish the neglected Jeeps up here looked that good.