different jeep or new engine/tranny?

I couldn't see me getting rid of my jeep after doing all the work to get it where it is now. Just to do it again for one with a v6. I would save my money and buy the stuff for a swap.
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X2. The only reason I am re-building mine from the ground up is that it was my grandfathers. If it wasn't for the sentimental value, I'd sell it or part it out and then buy one already done. At least I would buy one that was a lot closer to what I wanted and then finish it. From a financial stand point I'd say sell it now. Any money you put into it from this point on is just lost and gone forever. If you are really attached to it, then make it the way you want and don't count the cost.

 

thats nice.
lose all those lights and the lift kit along with those flashy wheels and big ol tires.
and it would look almost like god meant them to be.

 

i WONT do it again.
if i ever own another old jeep (very likely BTW)
it will already be done when i buy it.

 

I understand I know you do not enjoy working on these things. I do enjoy the learning experience. And my old jeep has been in the family since 82. I'm sure I will have it forever no matter what transformations it undergoes.
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i like giving them tune-ups and simple upkeep and stuff.
minor tinkering is fun.
rebuilding t-cases isnt.

 

it came from the factory with the correct m-rod when it got sent to denver in 63

and as far as the whining comment.
as my spiritual counselor daffy duck would say.

thanks for the sour persimmons cousin.....

 

What about getting a tow rig and a trailer? I bet you could find a truck fairly cheeply that would tow it no problems......

 

even if i had the moolah
i have no place to put stuff like that.
as it is i am going to have to find someplace else to put my hotrod.
thank you though.
i did put a craigslist add out today.
if it sells for what i want.
then i will find a different one.

and if it dont sell?

wah poor me
i am stuck with a cool vintage jeep.....

 

They SUCK on hills.
Unless you have power to use it, you'll not touch it in 3rd gear. 2nd OD is how I have to run hills with the L head.

 

A bunch of us should be down there in a few weeks, hold off till then, see what people have.
You might have a few ideas, a few ways to go from seeing what is around.
Personally, I think you have a pretty sweet Jeep.
But maybe we can start negotiating for my Commando as swap material, I know it will do at least 85mph on the highway.
Or mebee I'll sober up tomorrow...
And deny any knowledge of this communication.

 

I like the wording of that ad.

 

i stole everything you said.

then i winged it.....

 

i am going with this option! oh mah gawd!!!!

im jumpin! im jumpin!!!

 

There ya go Bill there are some awesome guys on here!
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I have to admit. Seeing that Bill does not have to sell the Slug sort of touched my heart.

 

the people here are unbeleivable.
chuck is my hero.
you should hear some of the dumb questions i have called him with...

my heart got touched a lil bit too!atriot::driving::v6:

 

mine too