1977 Jeep Cherokee Chief Part 2 - Electrical Upgrades, Windows, Doors, and Tailgate Update

[@LHTD_YT]

The son needs to remember what a great dad he has. Many wish to fiddle with their dads in the garage all day, fixing or building stuff.

[@methodismdj]

Did you guys ever finish up? I’m restoring a 74 Cherokee and can really use some guidance. That tailgate was a nightmare!!! Good to see your video and know I’m no moron and it’s a “real problem” with these vehicles. Anyway, would love to see the rest of your project. Was really helpful so far.

[@majoroverkill1376]

Two thumbs up!! I have a 1982 that I am doing from the ground up and the rust cracks and holes it had was amazing. Looking forward to other videos of Gomer Pile.

[@nathanaelhood7699]

My tailgate was in a bind. One day, I couldn’t roll the window up, or down. Bent the control arms back (kinda) and it clunks all the way up and all the way down. Glad to see another smaller channel working on a Cherokee. I have a much, much smaller channel where I work on mine.

[@anticsgarage5230]

Thanks for watching and commenting! Yeah, the tailgate situation is kind of a mess, but we'll get it figured out. By the way, I just checked out your channel and subscribed- gotta keep track of a fellow full-size Jeeper!

[@nathanaelhood7699]

Thanks man I appreciate it! I wish there were more channels out there where we can follow along. Seems like most of the videos are Jeeps for sale, still cool though

[@Manandmachine772]

Anxiously awaiting your next video on Gomer

[@anticsgarage5230]

We are way past due for a Gomer update! Much like everything else this past year, it hasn't gone according to plan. Thanks for your patience.

[@RickDominick69]

Having the same Jeep I understand Electicpixinogo. Make sure to add a ground strap from the engine to the frame. This cured many problems my Jeep had. I got rid of the 360, Quadtrac, and OffsetDana.Replaced them with a Crate GM 350 for a K 1500 TBI with all the accessories. Fuel tank from an 89 suburban. A Th400 GM case. NP 205 twin-stick transfer case. Eton Trutrac front and rear diffs, Yukon front hubs, and I must say It was a great upgrade. Faster more reliable and parts are cheaper and easier to find at all local auto parts stores.

[@anticsgarage5230]

Good call on the ground strap. It has one currently, but it's in pretty bad shape. Your Jeep sounds like a beast!

[@chrisseeman2215]

Satin black would look cool.

[@anticsgarage5230]

You're so right. That would look great!

[@ecesarchavez]

Good Video! Keep them coming. Make sure you use multiple tags in each video so you reach a wider audience. Ex. fsj / wagoneer / cherokee / jeep / restoration for all videos and the. Some tags for the subject of the video like rewiring / wiring/ battery/ fuel tank etc You’ll get more views by reaching a wider audience

[@anticsgarage5230]

Thanks!

[@Judah-morrison]

Nice

[@emillika]

Any updates on this project?

[@inneedofsupervisionshawn7269]

I'm parting out my 84 grand Wagoner south of Ft Worth if y'all need more parts. Lots of trim in great shape.

[@inneedofsupervisionshawn7269]

Power windows, locks, rear power window. All working.

[@anticsgarage5230]

Wow, thanks for the offer! It's a little far away from us, but it sounds interesting.

[@rgotem1]

How is the jeep coming along?

[@jamesbrede8700]

Take a look at black rhino armory wheels 20"s they would look great with the jeep ! Love what you two are doing ! Glad the young man is so enthusiastic about the project! These trucks are getting hard to find ! Yes they are trucks not SUVs!

[@stevealimorong]

Jeep's don't work like that. You can put 33, 35 or 37 inch tires on a stock rim.

[@jamesbrede8700]

@@stevealimorong yes I know if you read my comment, I said look at the 20" wheels I have 20" on my j20 pickup with 34" tires ! I never said anything about stock wheels ! And the need to be positive offset wheels it looks better on these old jeeps ! He has a 6 lug wheel mine is a 8 lug wheel because I'm 3/4 ton. I know all about wheels for these rigs !

[@stevealimorong]

I have 2

[@jamesbrede8700]

@@stevealimorong you may have 2 , but mine is much better ! Good luck Stevie !!!

[@gigakhutsishvili1070]

fantastic project Good luck guys ;)

[@anticsgarage5230]

Thanks Giga!

[@gigakhutsishvili1070]

@@anticsgarage5230 thanks for go-kart project

[@BenBruggeman]

Any update on the fuel system? My Wagoneer’s fuel doesn’t work either!

[@anticsgarage5230]

Yes. Fuel tank has been restored, with a new sending unit and pickup tube. All new lines and a fresh electric fuel pump. Basically replaced everything but the carb. Hopefully we'll have a new Jeep video soon...

[@johnnyb7497]

Nice Cherokee! I recently acquired a 78 Chief and she needs a good amount of work, especially electrical! Do you guys have any write-ups or walk-throughs to help a noob out? Thanks!!

[@anticsgarage5230]

Greetings fellow Chief owner! The best free resource I've found is oljeep.com. There are complete service manuals on there for many old Jeep models, and they're all free to download. The quality is a little sketchy on some of them, but it's still a great resource. Another thing to keep in mind when searching is to search for other models besides Cherokee. I found some great reference material by searching for J-truck and Wagoneer as well. They share pretty much the exact same electrical system. We're a little behind on posting on our website, but if we do any step-by-step write-ups, that's where we'll post them. Thanks for watching!

[@1979GoldenEagle]

Sweet! Been waiting on another update. Where are y’all located? Me and my dad are also working on my 77 Chief !

[@anticsgarage5230]

Sorry this one took so long! We're in Kansas. Good luck with your project!

[@1979GoldenEagle]

Antics Garage No worries! We’re down in Arkansas

[@thescottishhammer7570]

@@anticsgarage5230 where in Kansas? I'm in North Central Kansas and just bought an old Cherokee Chief (project Jeep) to add to my growing collection.

[@m567-s3b]

Subscribed

[@zachstahl8468]

Well gooooleee, shazam!

[@anticsgarage5230]

Yeeeessss! I'm glad someone gets it! Gotta get back to the fillin' station.

[@anayyar02]

Do you guys have an email or social media account? I have so many questions about your go kart build. It has inspired me to build my own. But I got some questions to ask. Love what you’re doing! Keep killin it!

[@anticsgarage5230]

Awesome! Good luck with your kart project. Our email is [e-mail]

[@stevealimorong]

No not olive drab man. Red Cherokees are rare

[@anticsgarage5230]

We haven't decided yet. It'll be a while before we paint. Thanks for the input!