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New Jeep! My 48 CJ2A

Discussion in 'Builds and Fabricators Forum' started by Patrick, Oct 30, 2014.

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  1. Dec 12, 2014
    uncamonkey

    uncamonkey Member

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    CJ5 gas tank? I'm not trying to pick your Jeep apart, As long as it holds gas, all is good.
     
    uncamonkey, Dec 12, 2014
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  2. Dec 12, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I think so, judging by the angled filler. It does fit in the tub nicely and is held in by what appears to be the original strap.
     
    Patrick, Dec 12, 2014
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  3. Dec 13, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I was going to replace the front frame side spring bushings today as they are totally gone, but I found that the driver side spring main leaf is broken and has been for some time. The military wrap is the only thing holding it. I don't have the money right now for new springs, but a friend of mine has a decent set of front springs that I'll go get tomorrow. I may take apart some old Skyjacker CJ5 springs I have and see if I can swap a few leafs to get a bit more height.
     
    Patrick, Dec 13, 2014
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  4. Dec 13, 2014
    uncamonkey

    uncamonkey Member

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    I have always wondered about the angled filler.
     
    uncamonkey, Dec 13, 2014
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  5. Dec 13, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    It's kind of a pain because the cap hits the edge of the well, but it works. The tank is clean inside and doesn't leak, so it'll remain for the time being.
     
    Patrick, Dec 13, 2014
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  6. Dec 13, 2014
    uncamonkey

    uncamonkey Member

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    If it works, don't mess with it sort of a scene. My CJ3B has gas tanks on both sides, one side is really a PITA to get the gas cap back on. My fat fingers don't help much either.
     
    uncamonkey, Dec 13, 2014
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  7. Dec 13, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Never mind.....Superlift Super ride 1" springs and shocks are ordered....
     
    Patrick, Dec 13, 2014
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  8. Dec 14, 2014
    wheelie

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    Man, you don't f#@( around, do you? :D

    You've done more to this JEEP in a few weeks than I have done to mine in a LONG time. Lovin' following this thread. Good, sensible upgrades and repairs. Keep at 'er Patrick. Coming along very nicely.
     
    wheelie, Dec 14, 2014
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  9. Dec 14, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Yeah I've been pretty much non-stop with this since I bought it..
     
    Patrick, Dec 14, 2014
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  10. Dec 15, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Broken body mounts on the body repaired, and 15 new poly body mounts and bolts installed today..Rides much better now that the tub isn't sitting on the transfer case..:) The original pads were 98% gone.

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    Patrick, Dec 15, 2014
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  11. Dec 16, 2014
    scoutpilot

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    oops
     
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  12. Dec 16, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I've been driving the 2A every day since I got the trans/ transfer case back in a week ago. It's supposed to snow tomorrow, and I haven't put windshield wipers on it yet, so it goes into the back of the garage for a couple days so I can drive my other money pit...Er, Jeep.

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    Patrick, Dec 16, 2014
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  13. Dec 16, 2014
    73 cj5

    73 cj5 Not ready for the junkyard yet

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    Calendar photo? Those two are nice!
     
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  14. Dec 16, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Here's the TJ as it sits now.

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    Patrick, Dec 16, 2014
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  15. Dec 21, 2014
    SKT

    SKT I Like CJ's...

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    Patrick, do you still have your Ben Hur?

    If so, any plans to use it / the Willys?

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    SKT, Dec 21, 2014
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  16. Dec 21, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Yes, I still have the trailer. Will I use it with the Willys? I guess if the need/ want arises I will..;)
     
    Patrick, Dec 21, 2014
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  17. Dec 21, 2014
    SKT

    SKT I Like CJ's...

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    That trailer would be perfect for short camping/expedition trips. Ladder rack for bikes, kayaks, roof top tent, etc.

    After seeing pics of your '5, I miss following your updates on it.

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    SKT, Dec 21, 2014
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  18. Dec 21, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I got to drive my old CJ5 last week...They current owner has put about 1000 miles on it, and hasn't touched a thing.
     
    Patrick, Dec 21, 2014
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  19. Dec 22, 2014
    SKT

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    To the new owners defense, I don't think you left him anything to do to it, but I'd be DD'n it everyday if I owned it.

    Any plans to try buying it back from him in the future?

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    SKT, Dec 22, 2014
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  20. Dec 22, 2014
    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    No, but it is for sale.
     
    Patrick, Dec 22, 2014
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