* Jeep Specialty Parts Suppliers: Companies that specialize in older Jeep parts are your best bet. Search online for "Jeep Comanche parts" or "classic Jeep parts." These suppliers often have access to NOS (New Old Stock) parts or may have connections to individuals who rebuild or fabricate these components.
* Online Auction Sites (eBay, etc.): While you've had no luck with salvage yards, broadening your search to online auction sites might yield a better result. Be sure to carefully examine photos and descriptions to avoid buying another broken part. Use precise search terms like "1987 Jeep Comanche spare tire hoist," or even specific part numbers if you can find them.
* Jeep Forums and Communities: Join online forums dedicated to Jeep Comanches. Members often share resources, knowledge, and parts leads. Someone might have a part for sale, know someone who does, or even offer suggestions for fabrication or repair.
* Fabrication: If all else fails, you might consider having the part custom fabricated. A skilled welder or metal fabricator might be able to reproduce the broken component using the remaining parts as a template. This is likely the most expensive option but could be a last resort.
Before you start searching:
* Identify the Specific Part: Try to identify the exact part you need. A detailed photo or part number would greatly assist suppliers. Look at your existing hoist (even if broken) for any markings.
* Check the Microfiche: A Jeep Comanche parts microfiche (a diagram showing all parts) might be available online. This will help you identify the precise part you need and potentially locate its part number.
Finding this part will likely take some persistence and effort. Good luck!
