Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
#31
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Different era, the CJ's were steel and rot out extremely bad up here in
the salt belt. Mine is all fiberglass bodied now because of that.
The YJ's were the first 'galvanized' bodies.
Your beast is made by DC so who knows?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Billy Ray wrote:
>
> What about the WJ?
>
> "Earle Horton" <nurse--NOSPAM--busters@msn.com> wrote in message
> news:1124315891.fe46f6a0c392f140ec92ae1aecc21320@t eranews...
> > Speaking of rust, the YJ has a galvanized frame and body panels.
> >
> > Earle
> >
> > "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> > news:8QNMe.23643$qU.22168@fe32.usenetserver.com...
> >> I agree with both of these guys. If you are a "fix it" kind of person
> > then
> >> get a CJ, about any will do, I like the CJ7 for the extra room over the
> > CJ5.
> >> If you can get a 86 CJ7 with the Dana 44 axle that would be a good find.
> >> If you are not the type who likes to work on your own car I would go for
> >> newest that your budget can afford, nothing older than a 91 ( for the
> >> fuel
> >> injection), and I would not pick the 4cyl engine, take the 6 or the 8.
> >> One more thought on the CJ7, look for rust under the drivers and
> > passengers
> >> feet, also look for rust around where the roll bar mounts to the floor
> > just
> >> behind the front seats. Try to get the lest rust possible.
> >>
> >>
> >> <cy@justnrg.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1124306038.586258.181930@o13g2000cwo.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Yes I know a general question. So let me put forth my requirements and
> >> > you can comment.
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > Requirements:
> >> > Used (older-cheaper)
> >> > 6 Cyl Engine
> >> > 4x4 (Of Course)
> >> > Power Steering
> >> > Most available kits/parts/accessories
> >> > Most Reliable of the different years
> >> > Year/model with Sturdiest Frame
> >> >
> >> > I hope that helps.
> >> >
> >> > After I gather the opinions I can then start looking for one.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks!
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
the salt belt. Mine is all fiberglass bodied now because of that.
The YJ's were the first 'galvanized' bodies.
Your beast is made by DC so who knows?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Billy Ray wrote:
>
> What about the WJ?
>
> "Earle Horton" <nurse--NOSPAM--busters@msn.com> wrote in message
> news:1124315891.fe46f6a0c392f140ec92ae1aecc21320@t eranews...
> > Speaking of rust, the YJ has a galvanized frame and body panels.
> >
> > Earle
> >
> > "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> > news:8QNMe.23643$qU.22168@fe32.usenetserver.com...
> >> I agree with both of these guys. If you are a "fix it" kind of person
> > then
> >> get a CJ, about any will do, I like the CJ7 for the extra room over the
> > CJ5.
> >> If you can get a 86 CJ7 with the Dana 44 axle that would be a good find.
> >> If you are not the type who likes to work on your own car I would go for
> >> newest that your budget can afford, nothing older than a 91 ( for the
> >> fuel
> >> injection), and I would not pick the 4cyl engine, take the 6 or the 8.
> >> One more thought on the CJ7, look for rust under the drivers and
> > passengers
> >> feet, also look for rust around where the roll bar mounts to the floor
> > just
> >> behind the front seats. Try to get the lest rust possible.
> >>
> >>
> >> <cy@justnrg.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1124306038.586258.181930@o13g2000cwo.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Yes I know a general question. So let me put forth my requirements and
> >> > you can comment.
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > Requirements:
> >> > Used (older-cheaper)
> >> > 6 Cyl Engine
> >> > 4x4 (Of Course)
> >> > Power Steering
> >> > Most available kits/parts/accessories
> >> > Most Reliable of the different years
> >> > Year/model with Sturdiest Frame
> >> >
> >> > I hope that helps.
> >> >
> >> > After I gather the opinions I can then start looking for one.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks!
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
#32
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Different era, the CJ's were steel and rot out extremely bad up here in
the salt belt. Mine is all fiberglass bodied now because of that.
The YJ's were the first 'galvanized' bodies.
Your beast is made by DC so who knows?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Billy Ray wrote:
>
> What about the WJ?
>
> "Earle Horton" <nurse--NOSPAM--busters@msn.com> wrote in message
> news:1124315891.fe46f6a0c392f140ec92ae1aecc21320@t eranews...
> > Speaking of rust, the YJ has a galvanized frame and body panels.
> >
> > Earle
> >
> > "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> > news:8QNMe.23643$qU.22168@fe32.usenetserver.com...
> >> I agree with both of these guys. If you are a "fix it" kind of person
> > then
> >> get a CJ, about any will do, I like the CJ7 for the extra room over the
> > CJ5.
> >> If you can get a 86 CJ7 with the Dana 44 axle that would be a good find.
> >> If you are not the type who likes to work on your own car I would go for
> >> newest that your budget can afford, nothing older than a 91 ( for the
> >> fuel
> >> injection), and I would not pick the 4cyl engine, take the 6 or the 8.
> >> One more thought on the CJ7, look for rust under the drivers and
> > passengers
> >> feet, also look for rust around where the roll bar mounts to the floor
> > just
> >> behind the front seats. Try to get the lest rust possible.
> >>
> >>
> >> <cy@justnrg.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1124306038.586258.181930@o13g2000cwo.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Yes I know a general question. So let me put forth my requirements and
> >> > you can comment.
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > Requirements:
> >> > Used (older-cheaper)
> >> > 6 Cyl Engine
> >> > 4x4 (Of Course)
> >> > Power Steering
> >> > Most available kits/parts/accessories
> >> > Most Reliable of the different years
> >> > Year/model with Sturdiest Frame
> >> >
> >> > I hope that helps.
> >> >
> >> > After I gather the opinions I can then start looking for one.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks!
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
the salt belt. Mine is all fiberglass bodied now because of that.
The YJ's were the first 'galvanized' bodies.
Your beast is made by DC so who knows?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Billy Ray wrote:
>
> What about the WJ?
>
> "Earle Horton" <nurse--NOSPAM--busters@msn.com> wrote in message
> news:1124315891.fe46f6a0c392f140ec92ae1aecc21320@t eranews...
> > Speaking of rust, the YJ has a galvanized frame and body panels.
> >
> > Earle
> >
> > "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> > news:8QNMe.23643$qU.22168@fe32.usenetserver.com...
> >> I agree with both of these guys. If you are a "fix it" kind of person
> > then
> >> get a CJ, about any will do, I like the CJ7 for the extra room over the
> > CJ5.
> >> If you can get a 86 CJ7 with the Dana 44 axle that would be a good find.
> >> If you are not the type who likes to work on your own car I would go for
> >> newest that your budget can afford, nothing older than a 91 ( for the
> >> fuel
> >> injection), and I would not pick the 4cyl engine, take the 6 or the 8.
> >> One more thought on the CJ7, look for rust under the drivers and
> > passengers
> >> feet, also look for rust around where the roll bar mounts to the floor
> > just
> >> behind the front seats. Try to get the lest rust possible.
> >>
> >>
> >> <cy@justnrg.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1124306038.586258.181930@o13g2000cwo.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Yes I know a general question. So let me put forth my requirements and
> >> > you can comment.
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > Requirements:
> >> > Used (older-cheaper)
> >> > 6 Cyl Engine
> >> > 4x4 (Of Course)
> >> > Power Steering
> >> > Most available kits/parts/accessories
> >> > Most Reliable of the different years
> >> > Year/model with Sturdiest Frame
> >> >
> >> > I hope that helps.
> >> >
> >> > After I gather the opinions I can then start looking for one.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks!
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
#33
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Different era, the CJ's were steel and rot out extremely bad up here in
the salt belt. Mine is all fiberglass bodied now because of that.
The YJ's were the first 'galvanized' bodies.
Your beast is made by DC so who knows?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Billy Ray wrote:
>
> What about the WJ?
>
> "Earle Horton" <nurse--NOSPAM--busters@msn.com> wrote in message
> news:1124315891.fe46f6a0c392f140ec92ae1aecc21320@t eranews...
> > Speaking of rust, the YJ has a galvanized frame and body panels.
> >
> > Earle
> >
> > "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> > news:8QNMe.23643$qU.22168@fe32.usenetserver.com...
> >> I agree with both of these guys. If you are a "fix it" kind of person
> > then
> >> get a CJ, about any will do, I like the CJ7 for the extra room over the
> > CJ5.
> >> If you can get a 86 CJ7 with the Dana 44 axle that would be a good find.
> >> If you are not the type who likes to work on your own car I would go for
> >> newest that your budget can afford, nothing older than a 91 ( for the
> >> fuel
> >> injection), and I would not pick the 4cyl engine, take the 6 or the 8.
> >> One more thought on the CJ7, look for rust under the drivers and
> > passengers
> >> feet, also look for rust around where the roll bar mounts to the floor
> > just
> >> behind the front seats. Try to get the lest rust possible.
> >>
> >>
> >> <cy@justnrg.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1124306038.586258.181930@o13g2000cwo.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Yes I know a general question. So let me put forth my requirements and
> >> > you can comment.
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > Requirements:
> >> > Used (older-cheaper)
> >> > 6 Cyl Engine
> >> > 4x4 (Of Course)
> >> > Power Steering
> >> > Most available kits/parts/accessories
> >> > Most Reliable of the different years
> >> > Year/model with Sturdiest Frame
> >> >
> >> > I hope that helps.
> >> >
> >> > After I gather the opinions I can then start looking for one.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks!
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
the salt belt. Mine is all fiberglass bodied now because of that.
The YJ's were the first 'galvanized' bodies.
Your beast is made by DC so who knows?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Billy Ray wrote:
>
> What about the WJ?
>
> "Earle Horton" <nurse--NOSPAM--busters@msn.com> wrote in message
> news:1124315891.fe46f6a0c392f140ec92ae1aecc21320@t eranews...
> > Speaking of rust, the YJ has a galvanized frame and body panels.
> >
> > Earle
> >
> > "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> > news:8QNMe.23643$qU.22168@fe32.usenetserver.com...
> >> I agree with both of these guys. If you are a "fix it" kind of person
> > then
> >> get a CJ, about any will do, I like the CJ7 for the extra room over the
> > CJ5.
> >> If you can get a 86 CJ7 with the Dana 44 axle that would be a good find.
> >> If you are not the type who likes to work on your own car I would go for
> >> newest that your budget can afford, nothing older than a 91 ( for the
> >> fuel
> >> injection), and I would not pick the 4cyl engine, take the 6 or the 8.
> >> One more thought on the CJ7, look for rust under the drivers and
> > passengers
> >> feet, also look for rust around where the roll bar mounts to the floor
> > just
> >> behind the front seats. Try to get the lest rust possible.
> >>
> >>
> >> <cy@justnrg.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1124306038.586258.181930@o13g2000cwo.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Yes I know a general question. So let me put forth my requirements and
> >> > you can comment.
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > Requirements:
> >> > Used (older-cheaper)
> >> > 6 Cyl Engine
> >> > 4x4 (Of Course)
> >> > Power Steering
> >> > Most available kits/parts/accessories
> >> > Most Reliable of the different years
> >> > Year/model with Sturdiest Frame
> >> >
> >> > I hope that helps.
> >> >
> >> > After I gather the opinions I can then start looking for one.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks!
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
IsellJeeps wrote:
>6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
>
>> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
>> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
>[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks!
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IsellJeeps wrote:
>6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
>
>> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
>> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
>[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks!
--
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#35
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
IsellJeeps wrote:
>6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
>
>> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
>> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
>[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks!
--
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IsellJeeps wrote:
>6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
>
>> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
>> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
>[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks!
--
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#36
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
IsellJeeps wrote:
>6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
>
>> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
>> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
>[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks!
--
Message posted via http://www.carkb.com
IsellJeeps wrote:
>6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
>
>> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
>> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
>[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks!
--
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#37
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
IsellJeeps wrote:
>6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
>
>> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
>> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
>[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks!
--
Message posted via http://www.carkb.com
IsellJeeps wrote:
>6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
>
>> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
>> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
>[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks!
--
Message posted via http://www.carkb.com
#38
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Man you are just sooo full of total ---- it is painful to ignore it.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
"Robb S via CarKB.com" wrote:
>
> Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
>
> IsellJeeps wrote:
> >6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
> >
> >> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
> >> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
> >[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
> >> >> >
> >> >> > Thanks!
>
> --
> Message posted via http://www.carkb.com
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
"Robb S via CarKB.com" wrote:
>
> Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
>
> IsellJeeps wrote:
> >6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
> >
> >> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
> >> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
> >[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
> >> >> >
> >> >> > Thanks!
>
> --
> Message posted via http://www.carkb.com
#39
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Man you are just sooo full of total ---- it is painful to ignore it.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
"Robb S via CarKB.com" wrote:
>
> Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
>
> IsellJeeps wrote:
> >6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
> >
> >> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
> >> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
> >[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
> >> >> >
> >> >> > Thanks!
>
> --
> Message posted via http://www.carkb.com
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
"Robb S via CarKB.com" wrote:
>
> Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
>
> IsellJeeps wrote:
> >6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
> >
> >> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
> >> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
> >[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
> >> >> >
> >> >> > Thanks!
>
> --
> Message posted via http://www.carkb.com
#40
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Re: Wrangler/CJ What Year/Engine/Etc. Is The Best One To Buy
Man you are just sooo full of total ---- it is painful to ignore it.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
"Robb S via CarKB.com" wrote:
>
> Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
>
> IsellJeeps wrote:
> >6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
> >
> >> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
> >> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
> >[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
> >> >> >
> >> >> > Thanks!
>
> --
> Message posted via http://www.carkb.com
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
"Robb S via CarKB.com" wrote:
>
> Not true, in 89, the 6 was offered with carbs or fuel injection.....
>
> IsellJeeps wrote:
> >6 cyl 89's & 90's were all carbs
> >
> >> fuel injection was offered in 89 and newer models.....
> >> in 89, there was either a carb or fuel injection, then in 90, fuel injection..
> >[quoted text clipped - 9 lines]
> >> >> >
> >> >> > Thanks!
>
> --
> Message posted via http://www.carkb.com