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Side Hood Cutout

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Jonbbrew, Apr 7, 2015.

  1. Jonbbrew

    Jonbbrew Member

    Hello all,
    Trying to get a handle on this new project as i am new to jeeps. I have posted several issues in other threads, but havent been able to find info on this subject. My 63 has thd hood cut out on the side for what i am gather was for a breather, or something. I think its a good thing but have also seen some jeep photos with a piece that fits to close that hole. Anyone know if this was an actual piece that was available or are people making it aftermarket or customizing themselves?

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    Thanks. :flag:
     
  2. QC66CJ6

    QC66CJ6 New Member

    I picked mine up on ebay for about $15.
    the replacement hood I got for my 66 was from a 65 that had the snorkel cutout.
     
  3. jeep2003

    jeep2003 Well-Known Member

    Yes there is a factory piece that is either screwed or spot welded in place. Like anything else they can be very hard to find when youre looking for one and everywhere when youre not.
     
  4. Wenaha

    Wenaha Member

    This calls for a snorkel...
     
  5. colojeepguy

    colojeepguy Colorado Springs

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    This is what you're looking for. ..you'll notice there's holes where it could be bolted or screwed into place (mine is welded, hence no bolts)
     
    Last edited: Apr 7, 2015
  6. Jonbbrew

    Jonbbrew Member


    Yep...Is there an "Official" name for this piece? Any ideas where to look besides the normal EBAY, etc?
     
  7. Wyo Eeyore

    Wyo Eeyore Member

    Early CJ5 & CJ6 hoods are the same as M38A1 hoods. Jeep made only one hood and it has the cutout for the air intake snorkel that the Army wanted. The M38A1 had a flange at the end of the exhaust pipe so an extension could be bolted on to raise the exhaust out of the water. The engine was water proofed too. Tom
     
  8. QC66CJ6

    QC66CJ6 New Member

    I see one on ebay listed under M38A1 Cover, Hood Breather Tube Hole - $28
     
  9. Jonbbrew

    Jonbbrew Member

    thanks! Just grabbed it! I appreciate the heads up!
     
  10. 3b a runnin

    3b a runnin Active Member 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    I need one of those too!
     
  11. Jonbbrew

    Jonbbrew Member

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    Jonbbrew Member

  13. Admiral Cray

    Admiral Cray I want to do this again.. Staff Member

    You can put WTB ad in the classifieds. I sure some members have some kicking around...
     
  14. Mr.T

    Mr.T New Member

    Please keep transactions to PM messages
     
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