Can We Keep the Retro Look and Fix the Comanche?

The Comanche leaf springs keep wrapping and breaking U-joints on the driveshaft. But every solution comes with its own set of problems, can we do a quick and dirty fix on the leaf springs that will hold up against jumping the comancheep and all the other abuses it sees every time it hits the trail off road????
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[@StormbornJKU]

The best part is how you cleaned the Comanche after you took it wheeling. Didn’t clean it to work on it in the shop though!! Haha

[@kirkbrunmeier5925]

Bringing the mechanic a dirty rig to be worked on is like not wiping your butt before going to the proctologist.

[@theauralspectrum8932]

it's about time. 🤠

[@comanchefun1612]

You won’t regret the 3-link, I’m not running a LS (‘88 MJ 4.0) but I am on a D60/10.5 combo with a IRO 3-link. An it’s been getting beat on for 4-5 years now with multiple different set ups. Love the channel and especially the MJ!!

[@kimherrick9615]

I like that Comanche, very cool. I would have left the add a leaf full length, then cut down what i didn't need after testing. I like the in shop videos, thanks.

[@JohnBorgJacob]

Always satisfying to see fitting shiny new parts :')

[@rickcooper6817]

Happy New Year Matt and Josh. Good to see you guys working together.

[@thousandoaksauto1696]

Matt, Josh, "it's about time" (see how I put that in there) we got to see you work in the shop!!! Matt, everybody else can engineer the sh-- out a build but, you are innovative MAN!! I like what you did there with the "comache" leaf spring thing. Love to see more in shop stuff fella's. Thanks!!!

[@randypruett5681]

Comanche is still my favorite of your vehicles!

[@artyseibert]

It’s a nice change to see you back in the shop. Which is looking great btw.

[@bleepinjeep]

Thanks!

[@krover01]

You know its bad when the harbor freight winch is the nicest part of the truck!!

[@bleepinjeep]

thats the most fun inducing part of it!

[@rowlinstoned3715]

Dang not only are those tires gonna preform better offroad but they look awesome too!

[@bleepinjeep]

The Comanche leaf springs keep wrapping and breaking U-joints on the driveshaft. But every solution comes with its own set of problems, can we do a quick and dirty fix on the leaf springs that will hold up against jumping the comancheep and all the other abuses it sees every time it hits the trail off road???? Some people were asking about the tire groover in the video: amzn.to/3jyuAmM I also recommend buying the same brand Heavy Duty Blades, I used 1" wide for this: www.speedwaymotors.com/Heavy-Duty-Flat-Bottom-Cutting-Blades-Sizes-18-32,2676.html?sku=91082058-32 ********************************* Like this video? Check out these: Comancheep Full Build Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PL1U__4as20wEi-cLN05TusueNxcoZ2RAT What went wrong with the Comancheep?: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpvKoIeKZ66ijMk Baddest Comanche Ever Walkaround: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l568lYiJhZ2jhbs The LS Comanche Starts for the First Time: kzbin.info/www/bejne/amS3iKRjd8aGpdU Comanche Project Begins: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYXbhpaij6mJps0 ********************************* Get 20% OFF ONX GPS Maps: Enter code “bleepinjeep” at checkout Get 15% OFF Adam's Driveshafts: Enter Code "BLEEP15" at checkout Get 10% OFF Barnes 4WD: Enter Code "bleepinjeep" at checkout Get a Free Pre-Filter for Thor Cowl Intake: Enter Code "BLEEPINJEEP" at checkout ********************************* If a BleepinJeep video has ever helped you consider returning the favor by: • Supporting us on Patreon here: www.patreon.com/bleepinjeep • Becoming a Member here on KZbin: bit.ly/2wGeSec • See what we recommend on Amazon here: amzn.to/2kc6Syn • Buying a T-Shirt Here: www.bleepinjeep.com/store • Or Just leaving a kind comment on FB here: facebook.com/BleepinJeep ********************************* *This product is meant for entertainment purposes only. Your mileage may vary. Do not try this at home. Void where prohibited. Some assembly required. For off-road use only. Slippery when wet. Batteries not included. Do not use while operating a motor vehicle, heavy equipment, cherokee XJ, wrangler TJ, wrangler JK, or any Jeep vehicle, especially the newer Fiat ones. How-to videos may be too intense for some viewers and children under 30 years of age. Please remain seated until the 4x4 ride has come to a complete stop. Studies have shown viewing these videos causes increased cancer risks in laboratory test people. I am not a professional, I have no training, I'm not even particularly good at horse whispering. Don't believe everything that you know. Please keep your hands in the vehicle at all times. Do not tap on glass. Do not eat anything that has been on the floor for more than 3 days. Keep your hands to yourself. Not to be taken internally. Reproduction strictly prohibited. Driver does not carry cash. Objects in Bleepinjeep mirrors may be farther than they appear.*

[@anthonypaules7893]

Leafs can really flex a lot more than people think. Mine would rap and separate the front drive shaft when the pinion turned down under severe flexing. I put a limiting strap on the back of the pinion housing. It doesn't affect flex negatively and it keeps the pinion from twisting downward too far.

[@bleepinjeep]

@@anthonypaules7893 hmmm, thats a cool idea, never seen that done before

[@EvanMoon]

I love to see trucks on the trail and the Comanche at least looks enough like a truck that it makes me smile

[@jaykanngiesser3454]

Go see Lou at Alcan Spring in Grand Junction. Make sure your weight over each tire is correct. He will design a leaf spring set up using his Orbit Eyes which allow a bunch more articulation without twisting the spring. And he can design spring packs to control your axle wrap. Call today. Don’t waste your time guessing. Been there, done that. Lou and team are worth every penny!

[@Strizzle81]

Hilarious that you work on it covered in mud

[@elliptor]

Yes it sure has been a long time since you've been in the shop. Your channel has turned into Matt's extravagant vacation trail riding Channel. A far cry from what the channel was originally.

[@bleepinjeep]

We had videos in the shop 2 months ago. 5 months ago, and a whole series 6 months ago. And 13 years of multi weekly content before that. Sorry if this free entertainment isn't up the standards of your viewing pleasure 😉

[@edwardsimmons3721]

Love to see what it can do and if that is a more Permanent repair.

[@gatekeeperoffroad4252]

FYI race car guys use hi grade 5 because they bend grade 8 shears because there harder also you can do 3/4 hiem track bar from the spring top plate back to mount on the frame right above the leaf pack,glad to see shop content

[@Tylerknoxville3]

It's been tested to death, grade 5 will bend but grade 8 won't fail til way beyond the yield strength of grade 5. If you break a grade 8 the grade 5 would have fail long befor

[@gatekeeperoffroad4252]

@@Tylerknoxville3 it’s like Welding man I’d rather have something bend than snap

[@Tylerknoxville3]

@@gatekeeperoffroad4252 you're still missing the point, if the grade 8 bolt breaks the grade 5 bolt would have broken as well

[@miketee2444]

I know there's a ton of options but another thought,,, remember the old school traction bars on a hot rod. If a person made a low profile set and for front they could mount on top of the spring and only be long enough to do the job. A little over a foot or so may do it and like the add a leaf, it would be softer on the drive line because you could set maybe an inch before a snubber hit the spring and gave your spring mount a bit of mechanical advantage.

[@baldhead7705]

Wish you would post more Shop videos

[@bleepinjeep]

what would you like to see?

[@jtcustoms1182]

@@bleepinjeep would love to see xj unibody rails swapped with square tube. Everyone is doing the frame stiffeners but you need something to weld too. Mine are all rust.

[@airic2897]

@@bleepinjeep I wouldnt mind seeing Josh's wj, did a search and couldn't see any. Also idk if you still have all the files but 'remastering' some old content or splicing them together for a long movie length video like a 'special episode'. Either way I will keep coming back and rewatching, just some ideas.

[@jameshall4385]

Its about time you got back to the shop, its looking good. Why didn't you get a traction bar that goes on top of the leaf spring for axle wrap

[@bradywilliams2666]

New non wore out springs would make all the difference.

[@beau7160]

have always loved this truck. great to see it getting some attention. had me laughing so hard at your back to the future time joke

[@dkhallal]

That thing’s a BEAST!!!

[@gayle4804]

You kill me on what you guys are doing But I love it keep up the good work keep testing

[@vicgustafson8514]

I broke an ear off the alternator mount doing the hammer tip. I find the best way is a C clamp and a socket to push it back.

[@bleepinjeep]

ouch, luckily this one is pretty loose with that little collar, it moves with just a little tap.

[@montegtaylor]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@KCampen1986]

Spring under the front. Was the way the old school Jeep guys did all their trucks. Spring under with ubolt flip. If it still wraps you can put a traction bar on the top of the spring out of the way from rocks.

[@DoctorHayduke]

I've missed seeing this rig. I love it.

[@bleepinjeep]

thanks, its a cool get er done style rig!

[@motivatedcb5837]

That’s a cool tire cutting tool.

[@rowlinstoned3715]

I couldn't stop lauging bout the chrome mirror on the solid mud truck!😂😂😂😂

[@EXPIOWA]

I would loose my mind dragging a mud covered vehicle into my shop before working on it. 😜 If that’s your thing though, Do you man! 😀

[@RegularJohntv]

Well that looked fun

[@charleswidmore5458]

Shop's looking good!

[@chrisdenning9816]

Happy New Year, Matt and Josh! Are you taking bets on how long the mirror lasts? Looking forward to your 2023. Thanks

[@bleepinjeep]

what is your bet? I'll write it down!

[@kityoung8029]

You got the Dodge for the same reason Rudy & Hollie got the Ram Charger!

[@davidshettlesworth1442]

Wow! I love your shop!

[@bleepinjeep]

I do too

[@jonaathansimons7938]

Speaking of the tire groover, can we get a close-up of whatcha did to the Paddies on the Scorpion? Always thought the center rib design was too tight for a M/T...

[@jimmccabe801]

Can't wait for BUILDS. spend tons of $$$$. Ya buddy. Happy New Year.

[@bleepinjeep]

Same to you!

[@marklowe330]

You can do an upper center link in front of the front axle. Like a unimog uses.

[@bleepinjeep]

hmmm, I havent seen that, are they on leafs as well?

[@clstjam4321]

If this doesn't work, put a set of caltacs traction bars on. They work like ladder bars but get installed inline with the leaf springs.

[@raystevens687]

Well Matt you showed the trail who is the boss.

[@dandahermitseals5582]

It's freakin huge. I wouldn't want to have to heat that. But would love to have that much room to work in. Life is a trade off. Dandahermit

[@3rdpig]

For an old school rig, the Comanche can get it done.

[@brbadventurer]

12:05 Best dad joke I have heard in a long time ... Not Doc Brown time ...

[@guyderagisch4964]

To help prevent axle wrap with leaf springs you, want to bias the spring pack to one side like old Mopar spring lack on muscle cars or 79' to 85' toyota front springs.

[@jeffwisemiller3590]

Take a look at Balmar alternators & regulators for some serious charging power. I've used a 225 amp alternator with the MS614 regulator programmed to my battery bank(s) for a very large car audio system. These are marine rated so they're built really stout & can be a V-belt or serpentine style.

[@foygill711]

Square tube shaft on my cj with 17" of travel for the last 6 years with no problem. Not fancy smancy but it works

[@bleepinjeep]

driveshaft or are we talking an anti wrap bar?

[@foygill711]

​@@bleepinjeep front drive shaft

[@JeepTeriyaki]

For some reason I thought your channel was no more. First video youtube pulled up in 3 years

[@bleepinjeep]

Thats what happens when you let the algorithm do your thinking for you

[@JeepTeriyaki]

@@bleepinjeep I had the notification bell set to all. I'll definitely keep a better eye on it thank you. Happy New Year!

[@lol123321123321]

That add a leaf looks more like an overload spring to me. They're not actually designed to flex much at all. Basically a safety net for bottoming out the rear on trucks. I'd personally make a more progressive pack with 7-10 leaf springs that are all thin VS 5-6 thick ass springs.

[@arnildflowers1444]

Perhaps a pressure washer would be a good investment 😃

[@bleepinjeep]

got one but it sucks using it when its below freezing 😬

[@donaldhalls2189]

@@bleepinjeep he could always buy you a wash bay with central heating for you if he wants it clean, all the best to yous all

[@ridinhigh276]

@@bleepinjeep Hey Matt, which hood louvers are you using and could you point me in the direction you purchased them. Thanks

[@bleepinjeep]

@@ridinhigh276 amzn.to/3S4KXVu

[@cadilakisrodcustom]

Team leaf springs! There's just somethin so cool about havin a very functional rig with leafs on it.where can I find one of those groovers? Mine is different than that one and it works good, but it seems yours is faster lol

[@bleepinjeep]

Good question! Here is the link to that groover, it has 2 temp settings and I recommend getting the HD blades made just for this groover, they are expensive and hard to find but totally worth it! amzn.to/3jyuAmM. I used the 1 inch wide ones. amzn.to/3jyuAmM

[@fogstain]

The bolt coming out of the spring... Beavis - Boioioioioing!!

[@dhalvorson8622]

Good to see the old girl again

[@miketee2444]

That tire groover is taking a heck of a chunk off without much effort. Looks to work better than most. My old circular saw method is pretty fast but makes a terrible mess.

[@Jan-pw4po]

What a beast, what time is it

[@JW-cn6op]

I am not a Toyota guy but they do use a stronger joint than a 1310 so maybe run them for the front driveline.Of course that would mean a whole new one.

[@tylerr4762]

Hey Matt, Have you thought about running the windshield wiper fluid to the top of the cab using PVC or something? So you can spray water and have it run down the windshield? Love your content man!

[@tonyb2086]

+1 on the 3 link. I need to see the nitro shock thing again that goes w/that👍 Leaf in front...hmmm🤔

[@HONDAJEFF05]

happy new year

[@freeidaho-videos]

Does your town or fancy shop not have a pressure washer? Late 60's traction bars. Bolt to the axle using the standard "U" bolts. Shoulda left the add-a-leaf full length. It would work for sure then. I will say, you sure know how to air down. Nice!

[@bleepinjeep]

what town? thats why we have rain!

[@Skiridr22]

I love the bricks but wouldn’t want to be that guy who’s installing them 😂😂 love you Matt happy new years.

[@bleepinjeep]

these are the most simple bricks to install, just peel and stick

[@hopefloats7573]

I see Matt is picking on the work of other fabricators now. Who wants to see some of the welds he did on Hope Floats? Lol!

[@jrforeman279]

Good evening. Will you be selling "I'm a Jeep fan" at the Dayton Off Road show at the end of February? Looking for to the show.

[@bradbrabson4475]

With all the hours of rigging up a leaf setup. Could of gone 3 link.

[@TattedTommysTv]

Gotta mint dang patriot blue Grand Cherokee limited in Dallas semi built super cheap California truck

[@TheSecretOfNem]

I'm still laughing at that Dad joke. 😁

[@mikearnold3914]

Matts got jokes!

[@Gonecheenin]

You need to put the shackles back out front - that alone will take care of a lot of that positive pinion drop under torque.

[@MissionRestomod]

Isn’t a “traction bar” an option? Maybe the push pull kind like on a dirt car?

[@frankwadelton9376]

Extend the front of the axle spring pad.

[@richreisz4812]

I second that.

[@johnbennett2748]

I miss the good ol days in the old shop when a random chicken would make an appearance in the video. 😆

[@bengammell9305]

What tires are on that verses jeep?

[@robanderson2815]

Hey Matt, was wondering if a pair of lower links would fix that issue or would it not jive with the axle articulation?

[@bleepinjeep]

Maybe an upper link like a 3 link arm might work.

[@jeepdoctv]

Nice to see the comancheap. Getting some love!! Is that axle ujoint still squeaking! It was doing that in Moab 2021!

[@bleepinjeep]

thats why its called the Comanch Heap, lol

[@polarjeep04]

Wants to keep retro leafs. Has coilovers in the rear.

[@DrHavok1]

lol matt explaining why he doesn't want to do all the things to the comanch that he knows are coming up......sounds like amazing content matt but ok I'll go along with your silly leafs for now

[@bleepinjeep]

these silly leafs will go anywhere!

[@DrHavok1]

@@bleepinjeep haha they're silly because we all know in the end(hopefully lol) 4 link will make it go even more places

[@DirtRoadBoyz2]

The dad jokes made me chuckle too lol

[@bleepinhope7631]

Matt has always cracked himself up, dad jokes since we were in high school.

[@MASmitty]

Why wouldn't you just order the right spring instead of ruining one and cobbling it together?

[@donaldhalls2189]

Hope you had a great Christmas and wishing you a great and prosperous New Year, these people could buy you a heated car wash 😅🤣

[@bransencortez7353]

YESSSSSS bring back the comanche!!!!

[@DownNDirty_OffRoad]

I see the Pat's on the scorpion are cut/grooved now as well. Did it help at Windrock???

[@bleepinjeep]

Helped a ton, I did a video of the difference, maybe I'll get around to posting it one day!

[@DownNDirty_OffRoad]

@@bleepinjeep That would be great to see!! I have a set with 5k that removed because of the traction issues at Windrock...

[@iquo407]

Why don't u do only the upper link of the 3 link setupp to prevent the axle wrap, and leave the leaf spring there ???

[@bleepinjeep]

maybe possible but theres not much room in there with the oil pan, driveshaft, and leaf spring perches, leaf springs, shocks and knuckles.

[@iquo407]

@@bleepinjeep calltrack bar then?, work on load trucks, don’t know if will mess the suspenssion travel.

[@robertquackenbush5547]

Matt you should work out if think that short leafspring is heavy or just get colt to carry it fir you🤣

[@koreywilliamson3737]

I think the Comanche needs some tsl sx 43's

[@bullittdog4352]

Me too…let me know someone who them in stock! Interco has seriously limited production on the big tires.

[@krover01]

Im just glad they didn't put those stupid Patagonias on it.

[@87sport]

Love that Comanche, awesome rig. Shop is looking great!

[@bleepinjeep]

Thanks 👍

[@R.J.333]

Good Times

[@leonardthyme]

The Comancheep is my favorite rig. Glad to see it making another appearance. BTW, I laughed out loud at the dad joke!

[@chrisricciardiello751]

What V-8 powers the Comanche? Sounds like it has some giddy-up. Sorry, if that's covered in another vid. I'm a new sub.

[@bleepinjeep]

its a LM7, basically a LS truck motor. At the end of this video is a link to the entire playlist for this build. You should watch it if you are new here!

[@stewcullom5259]

Hey, believe in jeeps, what are the chances of me getting one of your stickers for my windshield?

[@Westerntraveler]

I hear Bluetooth Drive shafts work great on off road wreckers

[@joshfoster3384]

If Mr. Rogers was a wheeler

[@bigjay6743]

Had to re subscribe what's that about. No wonder I haven't see a video in awhile.

[@Nanan00]

Not to rain on your parade but you are going to want to look into acoustic tiles to cut down that echo as it will just increase with adding the hard surfaces of those fake bricks. Bah, 3 link sucks, go 4 link...

[@bleepinjeep]

the bricks are not hard, they are made of soft foam, like a padded luny cell

[@timothy9969]

Keep the springs please!

[@suecovert7643]

add traction bars like a camaro

[@chrischadwick5895]

I've seen some anti wrap kits that bolt to your axle and go to the back of your leaf spring idk how it affects anything else but looks like it would stop the wrapping problem someone installed one on my 87 dodge. I will post a pic here next time I get over there

[@Jamie-vl8yq]

the front end is so stiff now not as much articulation as before

[@radeknemec5198]

👍

[@grenobel]

Is it just me, or does Wind Rock seem like it's in Matt's backyard?