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Focker's '71 CJ5 Drivable Build

Discussion in 'Builds and Fabricators Forum' started by Focker, Aug 19, 2014.

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  1. Howard Eisenhauer

    Howard Eisenhauer Administrator Staff Member

    Happy to be of Service :twisted:

    Be a Buddy- if you do this do a write-up on it here with lots & lots of pics. :D:D

    H.
     
    Howard Eisenhauer, Mar 25, 2015
    #41
  2. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    Nothing like pressure! mehh
     
    Focker, Mar 25, 2015
    #42
  3. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    Added some accent paint today. It's gives it less of a "Military" look, nothing wrong with that...I support our troops! :flag:

    Love the rattle can...I can always change it.
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    Focker, Mar 30, 2015
    #43
  4. 69Willys

    69Willys Las Vegas, NV

    Looks OK. I think it would look cool all black, especially with the black wheels.
     
    69Willys, Mar 30, 2015
    #44
  5. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    At the rate I'm going it might just become all black. :D

    I'm not crazy about the hood. I did add rocker guard (bed liner) paint.
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    Focker, Mar 30, 2015
    #45
  6. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    I took the easy route and reinstalled the "shroud" that was there. I welded a screw to my radiator brackets and just bolted them on.
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    Focker, Mar 30, 2015
    #46
  7. 69Willys

    69Willys Las Vegas, NV

    I just noticed you blacked out the headlight rings. That looks good with your paint scheme. What did you use for primer?

    Is that a peep mirror?
     
    69Willys, Mar 31, 2015
    #47
  8. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    The headlight rings were painted when I bought it.

    I like the Rust-O-Leum Self Etching Primer...It's nice.

    The mirror? Um...It's from a...Um...Yamaha scooter I restored. :oops:
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    Focker, Mar 31, 2015
    #48
  9. Yooper John

    Yooper John Member

    Looks really nice.
     
    Yooper John, Apr 1, 2015
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  10. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    Patience pays off. I've been on the look out for some replacement low back seats since I bought my CJ.

    My old set, a local upholstery shop wanted $600 to redo them. The driver's seat is on the left. The missing foam gave me more leg room. :p
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    My new ones that I discovered on a poorly titled craigslist ad...Paid $35! They're from a mid 70's CJ so a little modification was required. Totally worth it!
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    Focker, Apr 13, 2015
    #50
  11. jeepermc

    jeepermc Active Member

    well done. Nice find on the seats.
     
    jeepermc, Apr 13, 2015
    #51
  12. homersdog

    homersdog Tulsa, Ok 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    They Look much better in black. Good Job!
     
    homersdog, Apr 13, 2015
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  13. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    I mounted the passenger seat on the stock mounting frame. I used some small angle iron and bolted it to the new seat. Fabbed some metal tabs that are welded to the angle iron and to the stock frame.
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    I mounted the driver's seat according to this pic in the FSM.
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    What's funny is the steering wheel is closer to my legs now. The stock seat was missing so much foam it allowed me to sit lower.
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    Focker, Apr 14, 2015
    #53
  14. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    Not really a build update but I took the CJ for a drive after installing E3 plugs. I ended up off road (by choice) where I used to ride my dual sport when testing new mods. It's just an wash boarded bumpy as heck service road and mega dust. The tub managed to stay on the frame but my kidneys are still in the back of my throat.
    Hats off to the soldiers who had to endure miles of bumpy terrain during the service! :flag:

    I've always wanted a "flex" shot. I'm so excited with the articulation and you're probably laughing.
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    Little log for the Jeep...Big deal to the driver. I almost giggled out loud with joy. I probably would have done a jig if I had actually drove to the top of the log. :rofl:
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    Focker, May 30, 2015
    #54
  15. uncamonkey

    uncamonkey Member

    I was going to give you some crap about articulation compared to a 240 Volvo or a '64 VW. Just didn't seem right on a Jeep forum.
    Nice Jeep, I'm not sure my 3B is a lot better. The picture is in post 39 in the show us your Jeeps page. My cranky old 3B. we've been together for 24 years. I suppose we fit well.
     
    Last edited: May 30, 2015
    uncamonkey, May 30, 2015
    #55
  16. 47v6

    47v6 junk wrecker! 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    I drive my jeep around the city every day its not raining, snowing or if i have to transport my 2 year old. It never stops being fun or me almost giggling just because I'm driving it. its so fun.
     
    47v6, May 30, 2015
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  17. Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

    My '64 Beetle had some articulation after I lowered it.

    Post #39 is awesome.

    I think you and I better stop mentioning giggling on a Jeep forum. :D
     
    Focker, May 30, 2015
    #57
  18. homersdog

    homersdog Tulsa, Ok 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Articulation? Our narrow axles don't need no stinkin' articulation.

    Your jeep looks really cool! Great pics!
     
    homersdog, May 30, 2015
    #58
  19. FinoCJ

    FinoCJ 1970 CJ5 Staff Member

    Nice
     
    FinoCJ, May 30, 2015
    #59
  20. jeepermc

    jeepermc Active Member

    The trick is to air down.... =)
     
    jeepermc, Jun 1, 2015
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