Manny

My build of a 1985 Jeep CJ-7 is strongly influenced by the methods written in the Jeep Owners Bible by Moses Ludel. I think the author's intent is to respect and maintain the OEM's researched design and engineering while incorporating superior aftermarket parts that fit in with the original design and vehicle purpose. For example, while the book addresses considerations of drastically raising the suspension with lift springs, such as a Drop Pitman arm and changing driveline angles, the actual built vehicle is kept close to OEM specs with 2.5" lift springs. I like this practical appoach as I want a daily driver as well as on/off-road multi-purpose utility vehicle from my Jeep. I would not call this vehicle build approach "auto-restoration". I see auto-restoration as an obsessive-compulsive's hobby or a business for the very talented.