Recent content by Mike Alfano

  1. Mike Alfano

    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Hey, Thanks for looking....was quite a project and we're still working on it. The only lights left on the dash is a red brake light and the airbag light. Not thinking I'm going to be able to get the airbag light out because the airbag control module is looking for a occupant classification...
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    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Put a service plate on it and drove her home today...first time off school property. Runs real nice...enormous amount of torque! Not sure why because we replaced all the seals in the front differential but it's leaking out the passenger axle tube. Will take it back to the school next week to...
  3. Mike Alfano

    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Thank you....I am proud of our accomplishment and to be honest I never thought it would turn out as good as it did. Can't wait to drive it.
  4. Mike Alfano

    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Yes...it's been a long 4 years....it should be on the road in may some time
  5. Mike Alfano

    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Just about ready for wheel alignment, mechanical inspection and license plates. We just finished installing the soft top which was a real PITA because it fits so tight. Was impossible to do until the soft top sat in the sun for half a day. Looks great though. Just a few things to do next...
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    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    COVID closed us down after xmas and this is our second day back. Just about have the turbo air intake plumbing completed. The MAF sensor is part of the air filter lid on the Liberty and because of the size of the air box, we couldn't use it. Instead we are using a k&N filter and aluminum...
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    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    We got the front bumper installed today and I think it looks pretty good. It came off a 2017 Wrangler...but we had to make several modifications to make it fit. Just waiting for fog light connectors to come in so that we can wire them up....after we install the connectors to the pre existing...
  8. Mike Alfano

    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Your CRD sounds good doesn't it?
  9. Mike Alfano

    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    We're still far from finished...still have lots of stuff to do to complete the build but yes, it sure feels good to drive it...when we get her out of limp mode she is going to be one hell of a jeep. Will keep posting till it's finished..thanks.
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    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Another video from the cockpit. Speedometer is working but lots of lights on in the dash which we will tackle one by one. Also we need to adjust the toe angle before we take it out on the street....it will go for a wheel alignment when it goes for safety inspection ....
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    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Drove the Jeep out of the shop for it's maiden test drive and I was all smiles....The Jeep feels nice and tight but needs a wheel alignment...in the snow it was darting from side to side...the toe angles are way out. Super happy to see the speedometer working perfectly.....in order to get a...
  12. Mike Alfano

    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    We 3D printed the bracket that holds the fusebox to the firewall installed the fusebox. Hoping to test drive this thing on Friday.
  13. Mike Alfano

    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Waiting for bolts to arrive to install the rear driveshaft so we started on the mount for the fuse box. We're going to mount the fusebox under the dash against the front of the cowl. Made a mock-up of the I would be happy to help you in any way I can.
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    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    We still have to mount the interior fuse box which is currently sitting on the drivers floor....and we have to mount the power steering reservoir....then we can take it out in the parking lot for its maiden test. Looking very forward to it.
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    VM 2.8 turbo diesel frame-up TJ build

    Whats going on with your CRD Liberty? Still considering a swap?