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Frame number 14523 ?

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Marisco, Aug 1, 2007.

  1. Aug 1, 2007
    Marisco

    Marisco British exile in Thailand

    Phuket, Thailand
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    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 in the 'VIN Project' but may be missing something (often do). I'd be pleased to know if I do have number 4,522 of the first production year. It would be quite a piece of history with over 600,000 units built.............or maybe not ??? All comments and encouragement appreciated !!
     
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    Marisco, Aug 1, 2007
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  2. Aug 5, 2007
    Zoomer

    Zoomer eJeeper (walking)

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    Are your front spring shackles on the front or rear of the spring?
     
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  3. Aug 5, 2007
    Marisco

    Marisco British exile in Thailand

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    Mark, front shackles are in front. Frame had 'V' brace for rear hitch (underseat tank configuration). However please see my new thread 'Photo of frame butt-joint.'

    Adam.
     
    Marisco, Aug 5, 2007
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  4. Aug 5, 2007
    Zoomer

    Zoomer eJeeper (walking)

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    Probably not a first year CJ5 as the earliest ones came with a factory "shackle reversal" with the front shackles to the rear of the spring pack.
     
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