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Roll Bar M38A1

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by jwpmel, Jul 11, 2006.

  1. Jul 11, 2006
    jwpmel

    jwpmel fng

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    I am new to the forum and just got my 57 M38A1. It is pretty much origianal except for the paint and seats. My question is: Where do I get a roll bar for this it? By the way I am also new to the whole jeep thing too.
     
    jwpmel, Jul 11, 2006
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  2. Jul 11, 2006
    jd7

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    Welcome, I'd check wrecking yards, ebay, local classifieds. The ones from later CJ5/7 that bolt to the wheelhouses work. That's what I've used. hth
     
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  3. Jul 11, 2006
    mtndewmaniac66

    mtndewmaniac66 Down to Earth!

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    You can also post in the "wanted" section of this site for your rollbar, and, by the way, WELCOME!
     
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  4. Jul 11, 2006
    1963cj5

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    Welcome....M38a1 did not have rollbars ...A cj5 will work ....If you want to keep it original no rollbar...
     
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  5. Jul 11, 2006
    willysnut

    willysnut Banned

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    A pre'75 rollbar for a CJ5 is a direct bolt in, I would recommend at least the factory type(for safety sake), with a later front cage when you feel you need it. Try ebaymotors.com and craigslist.com for your area. Somebody close to you will have one. We will keep an eye out for ya too.
     
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    willysnut

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    PeteL

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    Shipping charges on these things are a killer. Be sure to find out before you buy.

    Pete
     
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  8. Jul 12, 2006
    jwpmel

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    You guys are great, i will start looking today!
     
    jwpmel, Jul 12, 2006
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  9. Jul 12, 2006
    Rob C

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    Where in Mississippi do you live? I live near Memphis and have an extra one from a 66 that we may be able to make a deal on if you are close.

    BTW, welcome to the board!

    Rob
     
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  10. Jul 24, 2006
    jwpmel

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    Hey guys just to let you know that i found one at a jeep shop in dallas for $125. The jeep shop is called collins bros. you can find it in a yahoo search. the roll bar fits perfect i am just repainting it and about to put the cover on. Hey robc, thanks man for the offer, i havent checked the post lately and just noticed your offer.
     
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  11. Jul 24, 2006
    lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

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    Collins Bros often has good stuff... but you can often save a bundle by checking with the guys here. It might take a little longer, but if your need isn't immediate, and you're willing to drive a bit...I'll wager that you could have obtained a bar just as good as you got, for less money, and met one of these fantastic ECJ5ers in the bargain! :beer:
    Next time... :)
     
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  12. Jul 27, 2006
    Rob C

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    No sweat. I'll be in the Memphis area until mid-September, then it's back to sunny Florida.....

    Good luck with your project. They are a heck of a lot of fun.

    Rob
     
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  13. Jul 28, 2006
    HortonHearsAWhoJeep

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    Rob, I just left Memphis in June to move to Jacksonville, FL. Are you heading our way?
     
    HortonHearsAWhoJeep, Jul 28, 2006
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  14. Jul 28, 2006
    Rob C

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    Yep, the Navy is sending me back to Duval county...darn the bad luck.....

    I guess that is one of the benefits of working as an Detailer since I get to write my own orders.

    I'll have to give you a shout when we make it back down there.

    Rob
     
    Rob C, Jul 28, 2006
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