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Tailgate chains - where to find

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by tdean48, Apr 26, 2006.

  1. Apr 26, 2006
    tdean48

    tdean48 Dirt Clod Thrower

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    The 70 CJ5 that I just got has 2 bolts with nylon thread nuts holding the tailgate closed. I've looked at the where to buy online stores but can't seem to find the original style chains. Where can I get some or the parts to put some together myself? TIA

    td
     
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    blevisay

    blevisay Oh Noooooooooooooooo! Staff Member

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    Carl Walck
     
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    duke54

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    Local hardware store should have them :)
    I have too hooks if needed
     
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    tdean48

    tdean48 Dirt Clod Thrower

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    Got a detailed photo or diagram showing the hooks & the chains?
    Thanks for the info...td
     
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    duke54

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    here ya go
     
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    tdean48

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    Many thanks, Duke....td
     
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    Rondog

    Rondog just hangin' out

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    Duke, aren't they supposed to be longer than that?

    I think Beachwood Canvas also has the chains and covers, bring money.
     
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    Boyink

    Boyink Super Moderator Staff Member

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    IMHO the chain links themselves are hardware-store purchases. The hooks are unusual to the Jeep. I use threaded links to attach them to the Jeep - easier to remove if desired.

    They should be longer than as pictured - enough to let the tailgate sit level when down.
     
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    tdean48

    tdean48 Dirt Clod Thrower

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    I like those with covers over the chains to reduce the noise - will see what the local Ace HW store has similar to the hooks. Thanks.

    td
     
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    Boyink

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    I'd recommend taking up Duke on his offer of hooks...they have an unusual curve to them that seems to both help latching and keep them from falling out.
     
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    tdean48

    tdean48 Dirt Clod Thrower

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    Thanks Mike - sent Duke an email about them....td
    Hey - how do you make an avatar out of a jeep photo? TIA
     
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