Point taken about steel but I like aluminium because it is easier (for me) to work with (cut, bend, shape, rivet..can be TIG welded) and I want to...
I want to install some aluminium diamond plate and would appreciate some advice. I can obtain 2.3mm plate and plan to use alloy rivets for fixing....
Thanks for the info. I suppose that my 'stubby' might also be a '57/'58 model being close to the same number as yours...........
Thanks very much indeed for taking time to measure your frame. The straps on mine also run 10" beyond the spring hangers so I've definitely got a...
Does the CJ6 frame have a reinforcement plate fitted under the frame rails? I believe it does after seeing a photo of part of the SSDutch frame....
I saw this well presented Jeep in Phuket Town today. Some of the modifications that may not be clear in the photos include power steering, leather...
<It will be a around town toy/ mild trail wheeler just to have some fun in, smiles per mile. when I saw the tub was rotten I figured fun is better...
I just want to say how much I'm enjoying looking at all the work you've done. It gives me inspiration to move my own project forward. By the way,...
Thanks Glenn, I presumed it was not stock but the strange thing is that the spring hangers have been re-fitted over the underside doubler plate...
Mark, front shackles are in front. Frame had 'V' brace for rear hitch (underseat tank configuration). However please see my new thread 'Photo of...
My frame rails are butt welded just in front of the forward rear spring hanger. A doubler plate is welded under each rail extending 10" beyond the...
Last time I enquired they were selling the Toyota 2C-T for about 30,000 Thai Baht ($1,000 US). Not cheap but cars are very expensive here. Any...
Mark, I only know that we have engine shops here in Thailand that are wall to wall with recent model diesel motors that have (apparently) been...
In the absence of a proper VIN number am I correct in thinking that my frame number 14523 is 1955 model CJ5 ? I have studied the VIN pdf document...
I'm wondering if the enclosed photo shows enough space for a Ross steering box assembly. As you'll see below there's only about 4" between the...
Sorry, I said my motor was a '74 but that's just what it says in the book (Title) which is all wrong anyway. It's probably a lot later than that....
My '74 2C-T is an over-head-camshaft inter-cooled turbo diesel of 1974 cubic centimeters displacement and produces 84 hp @ 4000 RPM (I think). I...
No firewall trimming although there is a slight body-lift. About 2 1/2" at the grill and only 1" at the tailgate. I think the lift was mainly to...
Many thanks to all for all the advice. I particularly like the 'Herm' power solution since I have an injury which is aggravated by the heavy...
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