Need a 79 Wagoneer Guru

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I just picked up another money pit. She's a 79 Wagoneer.

The bad:
*terrible spongy tires
*fuel gauge not working
*gear selector under the seat is a little goofy
*feels like it weighs more than my f250

The good:
*She's all stock
*pretty solid, nothing rotted out
*runs excellent
*feels like it weighs more than my f250

I was originally wanting a J10, but my legs fit in this lots easier. I'd like to meet someone close to me that could give me some pointers on this thing. I'd like to see this thing a couple more inches off the ground already!
 
Decomp said:
I just picked up another money pit. She's a 79 Wagoneer.
The bad:
*terrible spongy tires
*fuel gauge not working
*gear selector under the seat is a little goofy
*feels like it weighs more than my f250
The good:
*She's all stock
*pretty solid, nothing rotted out
*runs excellent
*feels like it weighs more than my f250
I was originally wanting a J10, but my legs fit in this lots easier. I'd like to meet someone close to me that could give me some pointers on this thing. I'd like to see this thing a couple more inches off the ground already!
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I would check out ifsja.org. Someone there should be able to help you do that and keep it cheap.
 
There are a few knowledgeable guys over in GA at www.gfsj.org/forums/ too. "Ryan" over there is a walking encyclopedia and part owner of BJ's Offroad (Full Size Jeep parts).

The t-case range selector lever is connected with a series of basic mechanical linkages. If one of the retaining clips has come loose or fallen off, then the linkage will have significant play in it. Also, some of the steel bars may be bent. Just crawl under the driver's seat and take a look, its all fairly easy to get your hands on.

You can replace the fuel gauge sending unit pretty easy to. Look under the carpet (if there is any) in the rear cargo area. Look for a little round access panel held in by 4 rusty screws. Remove the panel and you'll see the top of the gas tank. Disconnect the fuel lines and the sending wire attached to the cap. You'll need a big flat screw driver or a really dull chisel to work the cap off the top of the gas tank. Once you have accomplished that go have a beer. Seriously, that is the hardest part. Now unscrew the cap and remove the sending unit. Make sure the new sending unit has the sock filter on it or reuse your old sock filter. Careful when removing it, as they can be pretty fragile. Reassemble and you're done.
 
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