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New guy with and interesting find (Overlander Build)

We got it home safe and sound and is now resting comfortably in the garage. Looks like I will be upgrading the front springs to YJ 2 1/2" springs as the Pennsylvania road trip took its toll on the original springs. First order is some basic maintenance, some things aren't working after 23 years of cold storage. Things like the horn..... anybody have an extra for sale?? Oh and my windshield washer reservoir I MIA incase someone has an extra one of those.

I gotta tell ya that Brian did an awesome job on the install. I especially love how he custom bent the shifter. I shifts fantastic and perfectly clears the console. This thing shakes like nobody's business and I love it. At idle don't expect to use the side mirrors.
 
I never say this but - I don't think I'd drive that very much at all. That should probably be in a museum or something. Truly the last of a great breed.
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No way to museum talk. Drive it like you stole and make memories. That's what is wrong with the car hobby nowadays. Too many collectors hoarding cars (driving up prices) from enthusiasts who actually use and enjoy them.
 
I'd drive the ever-loving snot out of that thing (in good weather).
 
Wow!!!!:drool::drool: How did I not see this. I thought only Eric had one. and its a standard drive 86 with a D44. That is the Holy Grail of Scramblers!!!:bow::bow::bow:
 
I just completed rebuilding the back brakes. The driver side rear wheel cylinder gave up the ghost and covered everything with a nice even coat of goo. After about 2 cans of brake cleaner things were not o slimy any more. Replace the wheel cylinders and put on new brakes. Been quite funny when every parts store says the 86 Scrambler doesn't exist, but so does the insurance company and DMV. Good Times! My issue now is getting the original brake drums resurfaced. The center axle opening is too large for all the places I've visited this far. Will try the local Dodge/Jeep dealership tomorrow to see if they can handle it. once the brakes are sorted out I plan on removing the rear diff cover and draining the old fluid out and replacing it.
 
It would be but these are the original brake shoes. They are not in bad shape per say just need the glaze taken off.

I also did some cleaning of the interior over the weekend.

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And here is the mess with the wheel cylinders....

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Original hardware, new wheel cylinder and shoes...

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Simply amazing! That thing is beautiful!
 
Randyzzz said:
Simply amazing! That thing is beautiful!
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Thanks Randy! I just took it for my FIRST actual drive around the country side. Man it was awesome. The torque is amazing and oh the sound of the 4bt. Next up is front brakes and maintenance and servicing the front diff. After that some new tires and some seat time! Still have a huge grin on my face.
 
Well I received ANOTHER letter from the highway department concerning my "incorrect VIN" on my vehicle. Apparently NC says it doesn't exist. Spent the morning at the highway patrol office while the inspectors crawled all over my Jeep trying to determine what year it is. After many painful hours of inspections and computer searches they finally conceded that "yes, it is an 86". Took my fresh inspection report to the DMV and hope to get my title back soon. This has been about as much fun as having Andre the Giant check my prostate!

On a lighter note I was ambushed while filling up with diesel by a felly Jeep enthusiast. After many pictures and a trip under the hood I was finally on my way. It very funny to watch his expression when he was looking at it. I do have get better at my KM/h to MPH conversions..
 
I was in NC when I got my postal registered and they sent a cop out to do an inspection because my VIN didn't exist either. Great to hear you're on the way to being legal. I can't imagine the number of gas station conversations you're going to have to endure ;)
 
Still sorting out a few gremlins here and there but for the most part the mechanical things are coming to an end. Now I've turned my attentions to the paint. I started doing some polishing on the paint and it is coming back very nice! I am just taking my time and slowly rubbing the rough paint down. Still haven't added any wax yet.

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