Hey Guys, Sorry I was gone for so long. Here is a little update on the XJ.
Well, we went camping.
Did a little wheeling.
I found some used shocks for 40 buck, and some tires and rims for 40 bucks too. Then more camping.
Then I had a massive oil leak.
Got that fixed.
Then did some more wheeling.
So far I've put 1K miles on her, and so far so good. Mechanically, every thing it running find. I have a little engine "stumble" when wheeling while pulling up hills. Just use 4 low and it pulls right up. shut her down for about 5, starts right back up and runs great. I can't get it to repeat the problem again, and it's only done it to me twice.
Put in a CB, so now I can talk to my peeps. (no pics, sorry)
Next is lift and bigger tires. Looking at the Rough Country 3" lift. add-a-leaf is $255 and with a new leaf pack $509.00. So hoping Santa is in a good mood this year.
http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_3.html
Then looking for a roof rack, and other "stuff" to bolt / wield on to her.
But all in all, she's been a great jeep, and I look forward to many more trips.