Well, It's been forever since I've posted.
My auto transmission went out on my Jeep about 2 or 3 months ago.
I bought a '96 F150 5spd/6cyl. I'm pretty happy to have one of the last inline six Fords. My mpgs aren't bad for a full size, either. However, since its my first stick it is taking a lot of getting used to having more pedals than feet.
I still crank my Jeep every now and again. Thankfully the last tank full of gas I put in her was crapahol free. And I added some Stabil for good measure. I guess the Jeep is officially a 'toy' now.