Chero: SO it begins . . .

[krek]

Dadgumit... I'm back to hating you guys, being incredibly jealous and proud of you all at the same time.

[bill4570]

Just beautiful! Love the Jeep and that the Jk lift idea worked with the Cherokee.

You had me fooled even when you said in one of the comments about the added support for the rear suspension because it wasn't designed with coils.

I normally don't read that kind of thought process, usually it's "built new coil buckets and the rear suspension is in." but the only thought I had to that was "these guys are really detailed."

Now it's time to take it further and get some Power Wagon axles in there!

Thank you and all the "real Jeep nuts" for all your efforts in the Power Wagon and Rubicon.

[cu4whln]

Wow . . .

" . . . the first cover photo of an FSJ, in Peterson's 4Wheel & OffRoad... 50 year history... is in the Aug 2009 issue... Just hit the stands...

PS; Slightly more coverage starting on pg 50...

And I ran right out and bought this, when I read that !




. . . even though I suscribe to this magazine. My copy has yet to arrive

And here's the "article" - well more of a quick narrative Shared both the cover and article with the Lower Forty JK.



Edit : The magazine has a circulation of almost 450,000 every month.
Think of the exposure for our beloved Full Size Jeeps ! [ Our addiction ]
I was kinda hoping they might mention this build thread though..
Oh well, NO complaints !

[cu4whln]

Not Feelin' the "Love" here . . .

Dadgumit... I'm back to hating you guys, being incredibly jealous and proud of you all at the same time.

Just kiddin !

Krek : from what I see on your build thread . . . uh, your Jeep
is going to be nicer than this one.
Don't kid yourself !

[cu4whln]

I like the pic on the dunes, What kind of mpg were you getting ?

Hmm, exactly what dose mpg mean ??

I have NEVER heard that in reference to a FSJ ??

Actually, my fuel gauge is not working right.. Oops. So, have a little rework to do yet. But I think it's actually doing pretty well as the trans has a deep OD.

Of course, then there's my right foot. Seems to go deep into the throttle sometimes . . .

[cu4whln]

Thanks !

If that's the rig I'm thinking it is it looked very good in person this year at EJS!

Thank you sir -

Geez - I wish we could have met there? Next year then . . .

I did meet one member in Moab during Easter Jeep Safari.

[cu4whln]

I have to ask...Jim, any water cooler talk of what changes are coming for Jeep with the new corporate changes? Maybe best for a different thread. I hope this one gets permanent placement somewhere to show your build and the interest/support the Jeep community has shown for it.

Of course we can't really talk about "future" programs...

I will assure everybody : JEEP will ALWAYS exist.

As for the "New" Chrysler : We working level folks have just kept at our respective jobs.. carrying on.. doing what needs to get done.
All the politics? Out of our control - and no use worrying....really a pretty good attitude overall at work.


JPSwapMohn : I have always smiled when I read this part of your sig:
"One day I will wake up and realize that my jeep is complete...one day, I just know it."


Hope that radio works out for you.... but it sounds like you need an engine first !! LOL

[j20brett]

I just read all 40 pages of this build. All i can say is...WOW!

This is by far one of the best builds i have seen in a long time. The attention to detail, engineering, and creativity is unsurpassed! It is absolutely beautiful! I hope i am one day lucky enough to see it in person (and maybe drive it?? ).

And to make iteven better, it was partially sponsored by Chrysler. Props to them for giving you a hand. And tell your build team that it was well worth the 3000+ hours that they and you put in!

Amazing!

[JPSwapMohn]

Engine / Radio

JPSwapMohn : I have always smiled when I read this part of your sig:
"One day I will wake up and realize that my jeep is complete...one day, I just know it."

Hope that radio works out for you.... but it sounds like you need an engine first !! LOL

You know, I laugh at that line daily. Especially times like now when it is once again in the garage and all over the garage and under the house, and in the back of my truck, and in the back of the 78 Cherokee. . . I hope I can find it all when it comes time to reassemble! Running out of places to stash stuff where the HOA wont complain.

Engine: Waiting on the diagnosis from the builder and word on whether he fixed it or is building a new one.. I have the engine bay torn apart and am cleaning and painting it in the meantime. Trying to decide on right color for the bay based on potential future bodywork and paint.. I don't think I will be able to go as far as you and Krek on stripping everything down to the chassis.

I WILL make the radio work. I have to find a mounting method to secure it and the accessories. It is just too cool not to be in use. My intent is for it to be the only thing seen, but to also have a modern CD player in the dash or future center console. It is safely packed away for the moment. I don't know how to thank you for it. Please let me know if I can ever help with anything.

[red mistress]

Cover of Four Wheeler

Short Bus made cover of another magazine...




...

[brubakes]

Sorry to bring up and old thread, but I'm new here and had to comment. This build is amazing. Very well thought out and spectacular results!

[cu4whln]

Thanks Brubakes!

Sorry? I am not sorry...

I spent a lot of time writing this up... and had a ball doing it too !!
The Jeep will be on display at the Mile High Nationals in July....

Went from this:



To this:

[ob1jeeper]

Correct me if I am wrong, but I assume "Mile-Hi Nationals" means the Mopar sponsored NHRA Drag Races, July 9-12th 2009 @ Bandemere Speedway, just south of Denver?

Will be in Ouray until the 9th... Could be fun to pop over & see what's up... Haven't been there, since crewing for Sneezy & his son, when Chris set a Bandemere class record for DT/SA a few years back...

[cu4whln]

Correct me if I am wrong, but I assume "Mile-Hi Nationals" means the Mopar sponsored NHRA Drag Races, July 9-12th 2009 @ Bandemere Speedway, just south of Denver?


Yep, that's it !


Will be in Ouray until the 9th... Could be fun to pop over & see what's up... Haven't been there, since crewing for Sneezy & his son, when Chris set a Bandemere class record for DT/SA a few years back...

A "few" years back ?? lol want to clarify that sonny ??

[ Hi Steve ! Fishing Friday... you comin' back to Mich soon ??]

[ob1jeeper]

A "few" years back ?? lol want to clarify that sonny ??

[ Hi Steve ! Fishing Friday... you comin' back to Mich soon ??]

I believe the year was 1997, but in my advancing years my memory is not a good as it once was... It could have been last week ... or last century...

Haven't firmed up any plans for a Michigan visit just yet. Am leaving in the morning, headed for Ouray and to visit Silverton's fireworks, for the 4th of July. Will be there about a week, before heading home.

Good luck with your fishing...