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Preping to rebuild ???

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#1 ·
I just picked up a 1988 YJ, 258 and Peugeot 5 speed, with 198k and in need of overhaul. Plan to go through the motor, trans.,transfer, etc. The body, frame, paint, interior, tires, and hard top are in great shape so will be concentrating on the running gear.
As this is my first post, I have a few questions that will help point me in the right direction.

1) What is the best repair manual for rebuild?
2) Who are the better vendors for parts?
3) Any recommended power or mechanical upgrades while it's apart?
4) Any issues with this model that I should be aware?
5) Any other thoughts other than "You Bump Your Head"?

Thanks in advance. This project is for my grandson and a chance to teach him a thing or two. I still remember my first rebuild with my dad and it was one of the best learning experiences of my life.
 
#2 ·
welcome to the forum, I'll try to answer a few of your qustions.
1- the best repair manual is the factory service manual, you can down load it for free by going to jeepslimited.com and joining.

2- the most popular vendors are quadratec, morris 4x4, 4 wheeldrive parts
for used parts try davey's jeep, craigslist, e bay.

3- recommended power and mech upgrades
A- the trans in the 88 is very weak and expensive to repair, most people swap it
for the ax15 with an external slave.
B- there are a few ways you can go with power upgrades, alot depends on
where you live and if you have strict emissions testing.
if your in Cali or one of the stricter states you are pretty much limited to
approved mods, howell or mopar fuel injection, MSD ignition, an approved
header.
in the easy or no emissions states you can add the 4.0 head swap, junk yard
fuel injection, motorcraft or weber carb, aftermarket manifold with a small
holley 4bbl. a hotter cam from crower or comp,
the list goes on and on but you get the idea.
then you can move on to lifts and tires, lockers, bumpers, armor, etc.

hope you have deep pockets, LOL
 
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