Welcome to the start of an exciting adventure, one that will take us deep into the world of classic cars and Jeep restoration. If you’re a fan of vintage vehicles, rugged off-roaders, and the thrill of revitalizing a piece of automotive history, you’re in the right place. Join me on a journey that begins with…
Month: September 2023
The Classic Jeep Islander: A Timeless SUV for Enthusiasts
Enthusiasts of classic SUVs understand that the allure of a vehicle like the Jeep Islander goes beyond mere transportation; it’s about a lifestyle. The 1991 Jeep Islander, in particular, represents an iconic era of off-road adventures and open-air driving. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the reasons why the Jeep Islander is a cherished…
Out with the old…
I moved and so the old project was sold to make the transition easier unfortunately. With the work put in I was able to make a profit off the vehicle which is a first for me. That being said, now that I’m in my new location the itch for a new “old” Jeep just won’t…
Day 29: Stripping Paint
Today we’re stripping paint. Yep, good old-fashioned manual labor. I tried to strip the paint with a chemical stripper, but I either bought the wrong kind or it wasn’t very good. Either way that left me with chasing alternatives and everyone loves to “do it the hard way” so that’s where we landed. The results…
Day 28: Fixing it with Bondo
In this episode we do some body shaping using our old friend Bondo. Bondo requires a hardener to be mixed with the core body filler in order to make the repair solid and long lasting. Today we’ll look at fixing the rear panel and both rocker panels on our Jeep YJ where we did a…