I got the title transferred at the MVD, and also filled out the paperwork to get the full title history. I shop-vac’d the black widows and hornets out of the engine compartment and interior. WD-40'd hinges and latches. Inspect general condition of Jeep. Everything I found looks promising—she has fluids, inside of radiator, rotor cap, plugs all look pretty good considering how long she sat.
The interior is going to take the most work to get back to factory: the front seats are non stock, and plywood paneling has been added, along with an 80’s vintage Kraco radio and speakers, not to mention pink shag carpeting. Other than that, there is very little rust—the driver’s floor, the rear quarter panels, and possibly the tailgate will need to be replaced.
The plan begins to formulate:
Plan A: If the factory running gear can be resuscitated, we will keep her in a near stock, restorable condition, running and a nice factory-style paint job.
Plan B: If the factory running gear is gone, she’ll get a small V-8, nice axles, lift, wheels, and a pimped paint job.
Plan C: If the running gear, body, frame, etc. is all poor, we’ll slap a $100 paint job on, drag it up front and use it for a sign.
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