Biggoofy build thread 96 Jeep ZJ

[biggoofy]

Ok so heres the story i got my jeep about a year ago i had posted an add online about trading my fully built acura integra which made 350 whp on low boost never actually turned it up to see what it would do but anyway a guy with a 96 zj sent me an email and i wasn't looking for one but i fell in love and had to have it so the next weekend he drove down and we traded. I have since ordered a 2" BB and got a set of 31" firestone destination A/Ts
i emailed jeep and they sent me the specs

We are pleased to provide vehicle build information per your request.

According to our records, your vehicle was equipped from the factory
with the following:

*EL Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats
AFFP Luxury Group
AHC Trailer Tow Group
APAS Monotone Paint
ARNS Laredo Decor Group
BAUS 117 Amp Alternator
BCES 600 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
BRGS Anti-Lock 4-Wheel-Disc Brakes
CACS Low Back Bucket Seats
CFNS Rear 60/40 Folding Seat
CGWS Next Generation Front Air Bags**
CKDS Floor Carpet
CKNS Cargo Compartment Carpet
CKRS Cargo Net
CKTS Cargo Tie Down Loops
CLES Front & Rear Floor Mats
CSAS Spare Tire Cover
CSCS Cargo Compartment Cover
CSRS Passenger Assist Handles
CUFS Full Length Floor Console
CUNP Overhead Console
DGB All 4-Speed Automatic Transmissions
DGKS 4-Spd. Automatic 42RE Transmission
DHAS Lock-Up Torque Converter
DHPS Selec-Trac Full Time 4WD System
DMEP 3.73 Axle Ratio
DRMP Dana 35C/194MM Rear Axle
EAAC All Engines
ERH 4.0L I6 Power Tech Engine
GBBS Tinted Windshield Glass
GCBS Front Door Tinted Glass
GEGP Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
GEP Flipper Liftgate Glass
GFAS Rear Window Defroster
GNCS Sun Visors w/Illum Vanity Mirrors
GNKP Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
GRMP Left Power Heated Mirror
GSMP Right Power Heated Mirror
GTMS Power Heated Mirrors
GVBC All Vehicles W/Power Mirrors
GXMS Remote Keyless Entry
HAAS Air Conditioning
HGAS Hood Insulation
HGDS Deluxe Insulation Group
JAYS Instrument Cluster w/Tach
JCBS 120 MPH Primary Speedometer
JHAS Var Intermittent Windshield Wipers
JHBS Rear Window Wiper/Washer
JJAS Cigar Lighter
JJBS Dual Note Electric Horns
JKAS Locking Glove Box
JPAS Power Windows
JPBS Power Locks
LACS Illuminated Entry
LAGS Warning Chime
LAZP Vehicle Information Center
LBBS Courtesy Lamps
LBCS Glove Box Lamp
LBDS Ash Tray Lamp
LDAS Underhood Lamp
LDBS Cargo Compartment Lamp
LETP Traveler/Mini Trip Computer
LMGP Automatic Headlamps
LPSS CHMSL Lamp
LSAP Security Alarm
MDA Front License Plate Bracket
MFZS Bright Grille
MHAS Black Windshield Moldings
MWGS Roof Rack
NAA Federal Emissions
NHMS Speed Control
NMCP Heavy Duty Engine Cooling
PX8 Black Clear Coat
QX8S Black Clear Coat
RAAC All Radio Equipped Vehicles
RAZ AM/FM Cassette Compact Disc Radio
RCGP 6 Speakers
RDDS Fixed Long Mast Antenna
SBAS Power Rack and Pinion Steering
SCVS Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
SDAS Normal Duty Suspension
SUAS Tilt Steering Column
TBGS Compact Spare Tire
TBLS Inside Mounted Spare Tire
TRTP P225/75R15 OWL All Season Tires
TZAS Goodyear Brand Tires
WJ6S 15X7.0 Sport Aluminum Wheels
WLZC All Aluminum Wheels
YAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications
YGCA 7 Additional Gallons of Gas
ZFLP Spring - Left Front
ZJTP Spring - Left Rear
ZULP Spring - Right Front
ZXTP Spring - Right Rear
Z6AS GVW/Payload Rating
0CYA FAM: DH TRACKING: 70723T06 MY:2008
1AAS U.S. Dealer Retail
167S Zone 67-Charlotte
2TFA Customer Preferred Package 2TF
26F Customer Preferred Package 26F
3VSA Customer Preferred Discount
634S North Carolina State Code

so far i am very happy o and i already have the double cardan drive shaft up front so no needing to buy a new one in a few months.

after doing my full switch to amsoil my trans finally let go so i ended up getting it rebuilt and as soon as i get in from getting that done my water pump goes out so all the money i had for new parts and fun stuff was spent and im back to square one!

 

[biggoofy]

I took a wheeling trip to Uwharrie and noticed my fenders where getting in the way so i trimmed them up and then did a bit of beating with a BFH to make the pinch weld flat






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i went ahead and moved the charcoal canister and rolled the rear inner fender so it will no longer cut into my tires when on the trails i cant wait to actually have some money and work on this thing again!!

 

[biggoofy]

and yesterday I ordered my IRO Belly / T Case skid!!!

 

[NickMaul]

how many miles does the ZJ have?
and you traded your integra for a stock jeep?
Yikes partner

 

[biggoofy]

it had electrical issues lol and i hate wires

200,000 and going strong I liked that it was stock i dont like to buy already modified cars / jeeps cause you never know if they really had a clue what they were dong when they built it and i like to make it unique and my own so it worked out good for me

 

[Jason W.]

Keep up the good work bud

 

[biggoofy]

ok so i got a few things done today and still have alot to do tomorrow i hope to have some serious progress in the coming months

ill take finished pics tomorrow my camera was being a PITA so i gave up lol

 

[biggoofy]

^ thanks man should be alot going on here in the coming months

 

[biggoofy]

Ok so i managed to get a good bit done today. I mounted up the IRO belly skid and aside from drilling it bolted right up although having the IRO front LA cross member would sure make this easier it does work just fine with the stock cross member just have to do a bit of drilling and fitting! I also fixed the bushing in my front sway bar it was squeeking and pissing me off. over all I feel decently accomplished for the day!

and here are some finished pics of the fender trimming.

and i gave her a wash and took a few nice pics of it at its current stage

 

[Bryan]

how many miles does the ZJ have?
and you traded your integra for a stock jeep?
Yikes partner

You got raped.

 

[biggoofy]

nah im so much happier with the jeep than the teg I knew exactly what i was doing if i wanted to build another teg i could but 4x4 is my home so its better for me

on with the progress I ordered some rear quater panel armor and it should be here next week and then its a matter of installing it. Im taking a trip to the JY and hoping to score my 8.8 and hp30 or hp44

 

[Reid]

and yesterday I ordered my IRO Belly / T Case skid!!!

lol, i bet i know what made you decide to order this =)

nice progress.

 

[biggoofy]

yeah it was a slightly close call lol

 

[biggoofy]

ok so the rear armor shipped today and i did some hard wheeling this weekend and tested out that new skid it took a beating and held up great I cant say enough good things about IRO!!

now for some pics

rocker met a big rock lol

 

[getstucksome]

nice meeting you this weekend, the zj did well!

Matt - black tj from the campground

 

[biggoofy]

yeah it was nice to met u as well man we need to do it agian and wheel the whole day i want pics of kodak haha

 

[biggoofy]

well i had a great day today at Youngs JY with Rox&Mud and Ord.Sgt.26nc got alot of very needed items for my build. I also picked up a set ot tail lights to replace the one i broke and a few smaller pieces i needed for the interior. MY big ticket items are my new 8.8 and hp30

 

[biggoofy]

well the new rear armor came in today its 1/8" and should work great if i ever need it

 

[biggoofy]

well i got to work on the rear armor today and got it almost all done still have 5 bolts to get to but i need to buy slightly longer ones for those 5 so it can wait till tomorrow. Overall I love these things they look great and should take a beating if i ever need them to!

 

[burrellsjeep]

Looking good, Keep it up.

 

[burrellsjeep]

I have a suggestion as far as the armor goes.

I know you already have all the bolts installed, But you might consider a pan head or a rounded head bolt. The reason is if you get up against a rock or something that is sliding against it the bolts head may want to shear or pull out of the body. I have seen issues on sliders, Not sure how much I would worry with it, But its a thought.

Also the pan heads in my opinion give it a cleaner look.

I referring to something like this,

If you get them go to a bolt supply house (Fastenal, Ect)and get them. Get them in Stainless, the nickle plated will rust.

Either way, What you have will work. Keep an eye out for builds where guys are extending the rears of the TJs, they cut the gas bezel out so you can pick it up cheap or free, one of our members has removed his, I will see if he still has the stock one for ya.

 

[biggoofy]

That would be awesome if he still had it and I actually was looking for Allen head stainless but couldn't find it eventually ill switch over to those but for now this will do. thanks for the advise and help man

 

[jeepin1995]

if you are wanting one to do something like this: (NOT MY GRAND, I GOOGLED IT)

i think i have a brand new one somewhere aroung the house..... if i do, you can have it. i'm in wilmington by the way....

 

[biggoofy]

that would be awesome man ill actually be in wilmington next weekend and could pick it up from ya

 

[jeepin1995]

lemme find it, i'll let you know when i do.