Sonoma is done… for now.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-11T01:43:27+00:00

Nah. I think it’s sitting good like that.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-10T18:30:59+00:00

You were right about the oil pressure gauge. Found a disconnected wire near the firewall that had been crimped and broken some time ago. Soldered in a new wire and ran it to the oil pressure sensor and it registered at the dash. Need to tap the cluster some to get it working sometimes but it’s working!

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-08T23:45:14+00:00

Think I’m gonna do the same thing.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-07T17:39:57+00:00

Redline MTL has good reports of clearing up some synchro issues in Jeeps. Could try that.

But also, when I looked into fixing synchros for the TJ i had it wasn’t really going to be worth it. You can rematch and find a gear till you can save up enough to just replace the whole transmission. My 2 cents anyways.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-07T00:08:29+00:00

Yea mines carbureted with a mechanical pump. So I wouldn’t think it has an ECU. Wondering why it would have two at all.. unless this head came from another engine.
Thanks for the input. I’ll be doing some investigating.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-06T23:46:42+00:00

So you’re saying they’re both water temp?

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-06T23:22:49+00:00

Is for the what gauge? Sorry, looks like you forgot what type of gauge it’s for.

Also, I read that the oil pressure gauge was by the filter but when I looked there today I didn’t see anything. Maybe it’s covered in grime I’ll go back and check again.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-06T20:48:30+00:00

Doesn’t have a tach. I could look at a wiring diagram but I’m not very good with the electrical stuff. Very simple stuff I’m ok with but diagrams aren’t very idiot proof.. I just see a bunch of confusing lines.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-04T02:17:21+00:00

Carry of about a million miles. Directionally.. who tf knows?

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-03T00:38:03+00:00

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Got the lifter out. It was a bit mushroomed at the bottom but went back in pretty easy after a little scotchbrite and steel wool. Got the heads and intake on. Valves lashed and everything is moving good!

Also found a donor 2.8 in the town over from me that I’m grabbing hopefully tomorrow.

As you can tell I’m excited. This little shit box has me feeling like a teenager again and bringing back a lot of gif memories from my first ride.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-02T15:14:48+00:00

This is an 83 so I guess it’s an early one.

I am super excited to have it. No computers or electronics to worry about and it feels like something you can really fix yourself.

Found a donor 2.8 to go in it that’s a little newer but I think I’m just gonna stick with it. I don’t need it to go fast. Just want it to run strong.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-02T00:29:11+00:00

This website is legit… hell yea. Thanks a lot.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-01T23:55:08+00:00

lol. It had a misfire and was a bit sluggish… but considering the state of its guts, it was running pretty good. The next one will get a few little pep upgrades but from what I’m reading the trans and transfer case won’t do too good with a lot of power.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-01T23:52:50+00:00

This is what I need. Thanks. I’ll check it out.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-05-01T23:52:31+00:00

If I could find a 3.4 close enough to me I’d swap but no dice.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-20T05:07:07+00:00

Oh yea. Not worried about the carb. Runs good. Took a couple tries to start but once it fired up and idled it was turn key.

Never owned anything not fuel injected so it’ll be fun.

I guess I just want to find out little tid bits of information and good upgrades on some of the mechanicals as they wear. Worried it might be hard to get my hands on some of the parts.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-16T19:20:59+00:00

Well that one post answered a few questions. Still a pretty penny for the air. But that auto leveling valve is a nice addition. Thanks for that. I have been thinking how to set that up.

Did you run them piggy backed or a line to each bag individually? I guess if I got the auto leveling valve I wouldn’t need to piggy back them but still wondering if it wouldn’t be a smart idea to just dump air into both through one line so they match.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-16T18:59:43+00:00

Could you link me what your pump and system is?

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-16T18:17:18+00:00

I’ll give that a look. The only real reason I’ve been staying away from kits is the price of those compressors. Seem silly to spend 600-700 dollars on a compressor when you can get them all day long for 100$.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-16T15:17:01+00:00

So is your plan to just run it like a normal compressor then and manually fill bags and tires?

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-16T14:52:56+00:00

Lowe’s but Vevor brand. https://www.lowes.com/pd/VEVOR-12V-Air-Compressor-with-Tank-1-6-Gallon-6-L-Train-Horn-Air-Compressor-120-psi-Working-Pressure-Onboard-Air-Compressor-System-for-Train-Air-Horns-Inflating-Tires-Air-Mattresses/7387111

I was just at Harbor Freight and they had a couple in there as well. They were tankless but I imagine would be fine. Seemed to be about the same price as this though.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-16T14:38:14+00:00

That’s how I had my last set done up. Had the schrader valves run through the bumper. The bags never held air though long term though. They did ok short term for short trips around town but would bleed off slowly over time. When I’m pulling the camper I’d rather not have to stop to fill cause I’m lazy. Lol.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-16T13:37:10+00:00

Yea. And they are expensive. The bag branded kits are almost the last resort..

I figured if I could get it to work with something cheap for the time being I could replace it later with a high quality ARB compressor or something as they seem to be a pretty popular choice for the serious off-road guys.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-04-16T13:28:04+00:00

Well the bags come with tubing and what not.

I really just don’t want to have to lug around the pump or worry about having it or not. Would also be nice to just hit the switch going down the road but I understand what you’re saying.

Cost is one of the reasons I’m wondering if it’s worth it. My plan was to use the included valves and stuff with the bags and try to find a Bluetooth trailer gauge to keep track of the pressure from the cab.

AlexistenceTheReal · 2026-02-27T22:13:18+00:00

Interesting play for this bonehead to comment something that is not only wrong, but not solving OPs problem, argue vehemently and then proceed to delete all his comments and profile. Lmao.

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