Linus - 1971 CJ-5

My Jeep finally got some long deserved attention today.

I started working on installing a flanged 44 (thanks Jayhawk!) to replace the 2-piece that was in the CJ-5 when I bought it.

Tonite I got the 2-piece axle removed and the flanged axle has brakes fully assembled on it now.

Pics when it's daylight. Right now I have a CJ-5 sitting on jackstands in the rear with no rear axle in it.

 

Go Adam!!!

 

Pics as promised.

Second pic, old on right, new on left.

 

Heh, it was a spur of the moment party when the sun came out yesterday evening.

Lex helped me quite a bit though. She held the halogen light so I could work after dark and then helped remove the axle from the Jeep once I had it ready to come out.

 

Look at the one removed, does it look like it? R)

 

My concern is getting the axle in, I don't care how it looks. I'm just happy with the fact that I am actually getting it put in...

 

hey I got them cool Jeeps too, kinda looks like my house.......
so are ya done yet?
Jim S.

 

If it were there'd be pics.

 

Heh, I'm forgetful, but not that bad.

Gears all look good, no chips, pitting, etc. Just need to fill and go.

I wish I had a shop. I'm doing good to have a driveway to work in Colin.

 

Ok, axle went in tonight, u-bolts on, wheels went on so I can work safely underneath it now.

Nothing torqued yet, but it's in!