In this thrilling episode of our Islander project, the wheels of restoration are set in motion. Today, we take you on a 200-mile journey to acquire our new Jeep project. Priced at $4,700 on Craig’s List, this 1991 Jeep Islander boasts a 240 ci fuel-injected inline 6-cylinder engine paired with a 5-speed transmission. But, there’s…
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PREVIEW: Uncovering the Challenges – 1991 Jeep Wrangler Build
In the second installment (read Part 1) of our restoration journey, we dive headfirst into the nitty-gritty of the project. Our 1991 Jeep Wrangler Islander may have caught our eye with its classic charm, but now it’s time to face the reality of its condition. As the saying goes, “Know your enemy,” and in the…
INTRO: The Journey Begins – 1991 Jeep Wrangler Islander
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…
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…
Day 27: Dealing with Dents
Today we start the extended process of handling a dent in the read passenger’s side tail panel. It’s a long process that starts with a failure on paint stripping. Regardless, we power through and ultimately get the job done. This is my very first time stripping paint and adding body filler. Post your comments on…
Day 26: Retesting & Failure
Yep, it’s what it sounds like. Today we have another look at the YJ’s engine and see if we can learn more to provide a diagnosis. Hope you enjoy!