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The '87 GW belonged to my father who passed away April 3, 1999. It was the last in a long line of FSJ's he owned dating back to the late 60's. The GW sat for several years in his driveway with a seized engine, sagging suspension, worn out front end, bald tires, partial exhaust system and an endless list of nickel/dime problems. Just days before he passed he mentioned to me that he'd like to finish fixing the Grand Wagoneer someday... >It quickly became my passion to restore it to her former glory... for Dad. After several months and a lot of blood, sweat and tears she now breathes fire and commands respect. Now, like my father and I did when I was a child, my son and I roam the hillsides in an FSJ looking for adventure... Dad would be pleased.
Specs: 360/4bbl/727/228/D44's 3.31s/ 3" RC/ 31x10.5s
Modifications as of January 2000:
Rebuilt 360 (stock), swapped the 2150 carb for a 4350 carb/intake.
Heavy duty three core radiator, Flexlite Black Magic electric fan.
Walker Hi-Flo catalytic converter, Flow Master muffler.
Cooper Discoverers - 31x10.5s.
Blauplunk CD/receiver - Kenwood speakers, CB radio.
Auxiliary gas tank - Cherokee Grill - off an '83 Cherokee.
Onboard air compressor and tank.
Misc:
New tie rods, ends, sleeves, new wheel bearings, u-joints, turned
rotors/drums - replaced shoes & pads. Updated to side post battery & cables.
Replaced all vac lines & 90% of smog components. Replaced all hoses and belts on motor.
Numerous interior pieces (too much to list).
Upcoming mods:
Edlebrock headers - Jacobs ignition - Electric fuel pump
Killer32fab Nerf bars
Titanium window tint - for those hot Vegas summers - Convert AC to 134a
Tow hooks front and rear
Heavy duty cargo rack - Light bar & lights
New carpet and headliner - Center console