I am in Springfield. I want to get her all fixed up and drive her to Utah where my parents are. It might cost and arm and a leg but it would be fun
I'm in Springfield as well and newer to the TJ scene also.
Bought my first TJ back in March of 2023. Red 97, it had been lifted 4", running 33", winch, custom bumpers, hardtop, 2.5l 4cy. But being 26 years old had quite a few little issues since it wasn't their primary driver. Started with all safety issues and moved on from there. Shaky front end on the highway, missing hood latch, no third brake light, rear brakes, all new brake lines, power steering leaks, new power steering pump, emergency brake cables seized up, no muffler, ect ect ect. Did the ZJ conversion and alignment and made all the difference in the steering. Need to remove the drop pitman arm now that was previously installed to tighten it up just a bit more.
Bought our second TJ in September 2023. Silver 02, all stock except for an engine rebuild and a newer soft top. Planning on a 2.5 inch lift following the recommendations for here, Tires, wheels. Have most of the parts bought and in the garage waiting to be installed. If it would warm up just a bit to work in the garage it would be great
Send me a private message if you want help or tips/tricks on anything. I have a set of bars made up for alignments too.