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SEC CraigsList Thread

Road trip! Dang, I wish I had a car hauler. Wonder what the gearing is...

Car hauler is not that problem. That would be pricey to go there and back with it though.
 
I think that's not a bad deal on that trailer if all the panels are solid. I think they go for a good bit restored.
 
That poor XJ looks like it has lived a hard short life. The motor work looks sloppy at best. It seems salvageable for someone willing to take on the task but IMO the current condition of the work done is not up to par. Probably the first thing I would do is take off that mangled grill guard and those sketchy looking wheels and tires. I bet those were rollers and they threw those on so they could keep a better tire and wheel package that was originally on it.

From my experience seeing older-ish rigs with rather ambitious mods that look poorly done or incomplete but workable, parts that seem like they were replacements to save parts of value, usually means it is a lemon that the previous owner did not have the knowledge or skills to work out the problems. BUT for someone with the tools, knowledge, and skills may see this as a steal and work out the issues for next to nothing.

If I was all about a swap like this I would atleast go take a look and see what issues it has. I would love to see what a Jeep like this would look like cleaned up and fixed! Could be a diamond in the rough in the right hands!

I noticed it is missing the front cover for the transmission. Mine was too when I got it. Wonder why?
 
Newbie here, looking to buy first Cherokee and get advice.
Goal: Mild trail rig, forest roads, beach, etc.
Issue: Not much in the way of funds so I am looking at craigslist ads like this one.

http://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/3584129155.html

http://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/3593310060.html

http://columbia.craigslist.org/cto/3578576951.html

http://asheville.craigslist.org/ctd/3565695301.html

OK that a lot but any comments advice or dire warning would be greatly appreciated. I have a lot to learn and I hope to tap into the knowledge of the forum. Thanks, SCbart
 
Newbie here, looking to buy first Cherokee and get advice.
Goal: Mild trail rig, forest roads, beach, etc.
Issue: Not much in the way of funds so I am looking at craigslist ads like this one.

http://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/3584129155.html

http://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/3593310060.html

http://columbia.craigslist.org/cto/3578576951.html

http://asheville.craigslist.org/ctd/3565695301.html

OK that a lot but any comments advice or dire warning would be greatly appreciated. I have a lot to learn and I hope to tap into the knowledge of the forum. Thanks, SCbart

JMHO but those seem high. Look around on here and are you on Offroadsc.com? They are a Columbia SC based group. I am in Hartsville not far from you. Feel free to shoot me a message if you have any questions! Also I meet a guy at the woork weekend that just bought a decent XJ for less then $2K. I'd keep looking.
 
http://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/3603971635.html

I appreciate people posting thoughts about these ads. As a newbie it is a little overwhelming. Any thoughts on this ad?

always ask about axles and gearing on a built rig. Good axles, geared and locked are worth a small premium. Cautious with built rigs... look close at the work that's been done, the details, and the parts. It's easy to lift a truck high enough to clear big tires, and do nothing else. Looks impressive, but leaves you with a lot of work.:cheers:
 
always ask about axles and gearing on a built rig. Good axles, geared and locked are worth a small premium. Cautious with built rigs... look close at the work that's been done, the details, and the parts. It's easy to lift a truck high enough to clear big tires, and do nothing else. Looks impressive, but leaves you with a lot of work.:cheers:

Agreed. Be cautious of anything that's been modified (not just Jeeps...any vehicle). Not everybody's cut out for working on/modifying vehicles...
 
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