Project CRD XJ is born:

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 4:10 pm

Back in December of 2006 I bought a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Freedom for $2000. I like the freedom package and yellow has grown very much on me. It needed a new fender, bumper end cap, front end, and airbags. Total price in invested repairs. $300(also converted it from non-cruise control to cruise when I replaced the clockspring)

Partway through repair:

old fender:

Which is the new part?

Closer:

Back together sans paint:

Painted:

Later updated with the correct wheels:

Cleaned up as it currently sits:

So thats the backstory on the swapee, now lets talk about the donor.

I had been stalking this rolled 2005 limited CRD since october or so, finally it came up for auction and I put in my proxy bid. This weekend was slow torture with me checking the status of my proxy bid.....winning at $100, then someone else bids......winning at $1700, then someone else bids......winning at $2500........I starting to get nervous. It sits at 2500 untill the auction. I wait, I wait, I wait, its run number 176.......they slowly approach my unit, time seems to slow, I swear the second hand on the clock just ticked backwards. Finally mine is up on the auction block, bidding starts out at my proxy bid of $2500......2600....2700....2800....2900, its skyrocketing quick, finally the bid slows at 3000, I am still winning with 3100, one last bid trickles in at 3200, my proxy bid for 3300 becomes the high bid. My pulse quickens, my vision narrows, the uncomfortable feeling in my gut from not leaving for the bathroom half an hour ago becomes acute. This is it I think, this is my highest bid, I cannot afford to go any higher, if he bids 3400 I am out.....all of a sudden the unit dissapears, and the next one is up......if it were possible my blood pressure goes even higher, confusion sets in. It barely sat on 3300 for any amount of time, they didn't hold it there long.....did I miss the bid did I buy it?

then it pops into the sale history list....I see the $3300......and next to that I see my bidders number.....GREAT SUCCESS!

And with that, Project CRD XJ is born:
http://ww4.klode.com/kws/napplications/ ... Exit=Close

UFO · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 4:24 pm

That's so cool, I envy you your time and where-with-all for this project. Congratulations and kudos. That is going to be one fine machine.

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 4:27 pm

UFO wrote:

That's so cool, I envy you your time and where-with-all for this project. Congratulations and kudos. That is going to be one fine machine.

Yup, lots of fun ahead.

Now I just need to get the CRD MJ done!

The neat thing is my dads CRD can be upgraded with limited goodies, leather seats, EVIC, 6 disk changer.......

TAHOE · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 7:49 pm

If the glass over the gauges is good, I'd be interested in buying it. Ours is cracked and has cleaning fluid in between crack...really annoying.
This will be an interesting build for sure!!!

dieselenthusiast · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 11:10 pm

Let’s see, Sam and I were up until 2:00 AM watching his bid, so I’m glad he won it! :lol:

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 11:14 pm

dieselenthusiast wrote:

Let’s see, Sam and I were up until 2:00 AM watching his bid, so I’m glad he won it! :lol:

you were up till 2am, just 1am for me.

moto-scoot · **Posted:** Tue Feb 24, 2009 12:14 am

THE DUCK IN THE GRILLE IS A NICE TOUCH :lol:

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Tue Feb 24, 2009 12:41 am

moto-scoot wrote:

THE DUCK IN THE GRILLE IS A NICE TOUCH :lol:

Lol thanks, I always have to have something to personalize my vehicles.

jsc7002 · **Posted:** Tue Feb 24, 2009 12:48 am

nice, I cant wait to see this come together! have you made any progress on the MJ CRD?

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Tue Feb 24, 2009 2:40 am

jsc7002 wrote:

nice, I cant wait to see this come together! have you made any progress on the MJ CRD?

Slow progress, the MJ project is quite a bit more involved, this one will actually be easier and require fewer man hours to complete.
(plus I will have gained valuable experience from the Mj project that should make this one easier and quicker)

tonycrd · **Posted:** Tue Feb 24, 2009 9:13 am

Congrats on the KJ, Sam..

CATCRD · **Posted:** Tue Feb 24, 2009 8:16 pm

Hey Sam, just let me know and I'll come over to help you with that swap!

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Tue Feb 24, 2009 8:23 pm

CATCRD wrote:

Hey Sam, just let me know and I'll come over to help you with that swap!

lol ok.

Plenty of work to be done on the CRD MJ too!

jinstall · **Posted:** Tue Feb 24, 2009 10:09 pm

Is the headlight broken? If it is can I haev it? I want to try something.

I'd like the leather as well but I think shipping would be a PITA. Dog hair is a pain on cloth.

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 3:32 am

TAHOE wrote:

If the glass over the gauges is good, I'd be interested in buying it. Ours is cracked and has cleaning fluid in between crack...really annoying.
This will be an interesting build for sure!!!

jinstall wrote:

Is the headlight broken? If it is can I haev it? I want to try something.

I'd like the leather as well but I think shipping would be a PITA. Dog hair is a pain on cloth.

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 10:33 am

got the build sheet emailed to me this morning:

Quote:

Dear Sam:

Thank you for contacting the Chrysler Customer Assistance Center
regarding the 2005 Jeep Liberty.

We congratulate you on the recently purchased 2005 Jeep Liberty Ltd
Edition 4x4 Sport Utility 4-Door.

In response to your email, we are pleased to provide vehicle build
information as per your request. As per our records, your 2005 Jeep
Liberty (VIN: 5W650245) was equipped from the factory with the
following:

Prem Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats
Dk Khaki/Lt Graystone
Skid Plate Group
Convenience Group I
Trailer Tow Group
Security Group
Power Convenience Group
Monotone Paint
2.8LTD Eng(ENR)/5Spd A/T 545RFE(DGQ)
136 Amp Alternator
700 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
Rear 65/35 Folding Split Seat
Child Seat Anchor System-LATCH Ready
Advanced Multistage Front Air Bags**
Floor Carpet
Cargo Compartment Carpet
Cargo Tie Down Loops
Plastic Swing Gate Trim Panel
Front & Rear Floor Mats
Cargo Trim Panel w/Storage Net
Spare Tire Cover
Cargo Compartment Cover
Passenger Assist Handles
Driver Assist Handle
Luxury Door Trim Panel
Mini Overhead Console
Full Length Floor Console
All 5-Speed Automatic Transmissions
5-Spd Automatic 545RFE Transmission
Lock-Up Torque Converter
Selec-Trac Full Time 4WD System
Dana 30/186MM Front Axle
3.73 Axle Ratio
Corporate 8.25 Rear Axle
2.8L 4 Cyl Turbo Diesel Engine
Tinted Windshield Glass
Front Door Tinted Glass
Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
Flipper Swing Gate Glass
Rear Window Defroster
Sun Visors w/Illum Vanity Mirrors
Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
Power Heated Mirrors, Fold-Away
All Vehicles W/Power Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry
Sentry Key Theft Deterrent System
Air Conditioning
Route 24 - UP, Rolla, CO
Instrument Cluster w/Tach
120 MPH Primary Speedometer
Var Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Dual Note Electric Horns
12V Auxiliary Power Outlet
Auxiliary 12-Volt Rear Power Outlet
Power Accessory Delay
Speed Sensitive Power Locks
Heated Front Seats
Power Front Driver/Passenger Seats
Pwr Windows, Front 1-Touch Down
STRIPE/BADGE/MOLDING/COLOR
Tire Pressure Monitoring Warning LP
Illuminated Entry
Vehicle Information Center
Courtesy Lamps
Map/Dome Reading Lamps
Cargo Compartment Lamp
Traveler/Mini Trip Computer
Headlamp Off Time Delay
Halogen Headlamps
Fog Lamps
CHMSL Lamp
Security Alarm
Enhanced Accident Response System
Front License Plate Bracket
Bright Grille
Chrome Bodyside Molding
Body Color Fascias
Limited Edition Badge
Trail Rated Badge
Jeep Badge
4X4 Badge
Bright Side Roof Rails
Common Rail Diesel Badge
Federal Emissions
High Altitude Emissions Tracking
Federal Tier 2, Bin 10 Emissions
20.5 Gallon Fuel Tank
Engine Block Heater
Speed Control
Patriot Blue Pearl Coat
All Radio Equipped Vehicles
AM/FM CD 6-Disc Radio
6 Premium Speakers
Fixed Long Mast Antenna
Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Ctrls
Power Rack and Pinion Steering
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Normal Duty Suspension
Tilt Steering Column
Full Size Spare Tire
Outside Tire Carrier
P225/75R16 OWL All Season Tires
Goodyear Brand Tires
Matching Spare Wheel
16X7.0 Lux Aluminum Wheels
All Aluminum Wheels
Occupant Classification System
Tow Hooks
Fuel Tank Skid Plate Shield
Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
Front Suspension Skid Plate
Transmission Skid Plate
Class III Receiver Hitch
7 Pin Wiring Harness
7 to 4 Pin Wiring Adaptor
Universal Garage Door Opener
Grocery Bag Hooks
Tethered Fuel Filler Cap
Protective Coating and Remover
Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications
3.5 Additional Gallons of Diesel
Spring - Left Front
Spring - Left Rear
Spring - Right Front
Spring - Right Rear
Payload Rating - 1350#
U.S. Dealer Retail
Zone 74-Denver
Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/(4X4)
Left Hand Drive (LHD)
KJ-Vehicle Family

In addition, we have updated the name and address mentioned in your
email as the current owner of the vehicle. If in the future your
vehicle is involved in a factory recall campaign, we will notify you by
US mail.

So it sounds like I have heated leather seats, had heated mirrors, EVIC, tire pressure monitors, homelink, auto dim mirror, 6 disk changer, steering wheel radio controls......basically a whole bunch of limited goodies.......too bad it couldn't have NAV too. Oh well.

mackruss · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 11:31 am

[quote="Sir Sam"]Back in December of 2006 I bought a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Freedom for $2000. I like the freedom package and yellow has grown very much on me. It needed a new fender, bumper end cap, front end, and airbags. Total price in invested repairs. $300(also converted it from non-cruise control to cruise when I replaced the clockspring)

Painted:

Was it not possible to get a closer match with the yellow paint or doesn't it worry you.

UFO · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 12:02 pm

Sir Sam wrote:

Mmmm. That looks like a tasty hyena!

LIBERTYinLIBERTY · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 12:34 pm

If you want to sell the leather, let me know.......

Sir Sam · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 12:59 pm

mackruss wrote:

Was it not possible to get a closer match with the yellow paint or doesn't it worry you.

I dunno, probably. It's pretty close for not being blended.

Project CRD XJ is born:

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