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1954 cj 3b

Discussion in 'Flat Fender Tech' started by gochippermoon, Feb 15, 2013.

  1. Feb 15, 2013
    gochippermoon

    gochippermoon New Member

    castle rock, colo
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    Thinking about buying a 1954 cj3b. Never owned one only round fenders. What should I look for? They look kinda cool.
     
  2. Feb 15, 2013
    duffer

    duffer Rodent Power

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    Basicly the exact same drivetrain as a 5/6 in a flatty body, and in my opinion, the only really significant difference being the spring lengths. Check for rust/bodo/patches in all the same areas as a round fender-floors, sills, tool box etc. If you have a 134 powered round-fender, you already know what to look for in the drivetrain.
     
  3. Feb 15, 2013
    garage gnome

    garage gnome ECJ5 welder

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    Yep, all jeeps rust out in the same areas.
     
  4. Feb 15, 2013
    gochippermoon

    gochippermoon New Member

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    This willys I'm going to look at has a t90, does'nt know the gear ratio has a heater and is 6volt. Suppose to be all original. The 4 cyl does'nt run.
     
  5. Feb 15, 2013
    duffer

    duffer Rodent Power

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    If still stock it is going to be a T90A, 1 1/8" intermediate shaft version of the D18, and 5.38 axle gears.
     
  6. Feb 15, 2013
    gochippermoon

    gochippermoon New Member

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    Thanks for the info. I'll let you know the condition.
     
  7. Feb 15, 2013
    GeoffreyL

    GeoffreyL Well-Known Member

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    easy to get running (probably) i bought a 53 in august, let me know if you need help or pics of anything on it
     
  8. Feb 16, 2013
    uncamonkey

    uncamonkey Member

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    I'm up here in Greeley, I have a '61 with a v6, PTO, OD, etc.. Probably my favorite vehicle.
    Let me know if I can help.
     
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