I’m kinda looking at picking up a 1984 AMC Eagle with the stop to switch 4x4. Anyone have any info on these? I test drove it in the snow and can’t really tell if the 4x4 works didn’t really seem to slip either way. Just kinda wondering if these are junk or would be a fun ski slope/ snow driver
AMC Eagle ??
- Thread starter J-mobzz
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- Location
- Grantsville, Utah
Years ago there was a dude on here with an Eagle with solid axles. It was AWESOME.
4x4_Welder
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- Location
- Twin Falls, ID
Horrific vacuum system, emissions systems typical of mid malaise era, electrical system that Lucas would be proud of, all the build quality you can get in an ice fishing shed, and designed by sadists that speced everything to be behind razor sharp sheet metal with just enough room to not fit your hand.
Other than that great cars.
Other than that great cars.
NYCEGUY01
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- Location
- Willard, UT
It sounds fantastic...lol
Not sure about all that but I like it.. You should buy it and tell us how awesome, or terrible it ends.....
Not sure about all that but I like it.. You should buy it and tell us how awesome, or terrible it ends.....
RustEoldtrux
RustEoldtrux
- Location
- Evanston, WY
I spotted an AMC Eagle in the local salvage yard here in Evanston about a week ago. It was complete and in fantastic condition. I could get pictures for you if you are interested.
I’m good I went and drove one I’m thinking about. Feels like it needs carb work. There was some snow on the roads but I couldn’t get it to break traction in 2 or 4 and I can’t feel a difference so I can’t tell if the 4x4 actually works.
- Location
- The Land Northward (Bountiful), Utah
Darwin had a SAS'd one. I've got some cool stories about it.
astjp2
Active Member
- Location
- Riverdale/Alaska
It was a subrau before subaru's were considered trendy...think of an all wheel drive 258 powered CJ except it drives like a station wagon...
- Location
- Grantsville, Utah
Needs skinny boggers.
I know all my friends are saying solid axle and stuff like that. Honestly I just want to get it to be a reliable driver and mob the hell out of it as is.
2002maniac
Active Member
- Location
- Brigham City
Nice buy. That thing was on my KSL watch list for months. Should be a fun project!
Jesser04
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- Location
- Kaysville Utah
your creeper status off the charts and I’m jealous.
Hahahaha if this car brings half the enjoyment the Van does!!
I gave her a good once over today. Actually in really good shape. Under side is nearly rust free. Even the exhaust looks great. I did come up with a list of needed repairs.
Pitman Arm
Idler Arm
Transmission Mount
Air Filter
Lift Supports for the rear hatch
new gas cap.
And I ordered a new transmission filter gasket also. Opinions if I should service it? Seems some say don't its the best way to ruin a good transmission.
Pitman Arm
Idler Arm
Transmission Mount
Air Filter
Lift Supports for the rear hatch
new gas cap.
And I ordered a new transmission filter gasket also. Opinions if I should service it? Seems some say don't its the best way to ruin a good transmission.
Noahfecks
El Destructo!
- Location
- Glenwoody Springs, CO
I am against a t-mission flush, it seems to just dislodge particles that then clog up the valve body.
Do drain the fluid and pull the pan, replace the filter, and fill with fresh fluid.
just my $.02
Do drain the fluid and pull the pan, replace the filter, and fill with fresh fluid.
just my $.02
- Location
- West Haven, UT
My sister who lives in Rock Springs, WY had one new back in the early 80's. I remember it never left her and got her wherever she needed to go but as it aged I had to replace vacuum lines as they rotted, and there were a ton of them. I do remember it being quite comfortable to drive though.
Looking forward to what you do with it.
Mike
Looking forward to what you do with it.
Mike
NYCEGUY01
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- Location
- Willard, UT
