I finally removed the tub!!!!!!!!!

Well, I decided to get off my lazy butt and finish pulling the tub. Don't know why I procrastinated so long but now it is done. Frame looks real good so I guess it is time for some POR15 and some sandblasting on the tub.

 

couldn't you have waited another day or two?
I mean, why rush it?

the challenge now will be reassembly

 

I am not looking forward to re-assembly. Things always come apart easier than they go back together. Wiring is my main challenge . I will definately be asking for help on that one. Also have to rebuild the steering box, it cam to pieces during tear-down.

 

just take your time and never be afraid to ask questions!
works for me!

 

I wouldn't use sand to blast the body, that sucker will oil can. Use some other medium... pecan shells...

 

oil can?

 

"Oil can" means the panels will dent in. It's a reference to the old hand oilers that had a bottom that you would press in with your thumb. Made a distinctive click - like the oil can in the Wizard of Oz.

 

Unfortunately I will have to use a commercial sand blast company as I don't have a sand blaster. I will be sure to ask them about that problem. Thanks for the heads up.

 

You don't have to blast it. The flat panels can be stripped easily with an air polisher with a 40 grit pad. Do the rest with chemicals. Use a primer that contains a rust convertor to get any last bits of rust - 3M makes some. You should only be worried about surface rust - any bubbly rust (cancer) should be cut out anyway.

 

Well, by the time you get ready to re cconnect the wiring I may be able to help you.

If you just cut the wires it will be a little more of a challenge, but the wiring is not as complex as your newer car.

The jeep will go back together in small steps, and eventually it will begin to look like a jeep again.

Your commercial sand blaster will have a variety of media that he could use in blasting. the frame and body.

Like the other posts said, you should avoid sand on the body tub. What happens is you change the surface of the sheet metal and it ends up looking wavy (or oilcan).

Ask the shop about the various kinds of media they have for use. If all they have is sand, find another shop!

good luck

kamel

 

Well, I started out carefully removing the harness and eventually realized that I would be better off replacing the entire thing. So, I cut it. It wasn't in very good shape.

 

64CJ5,
You can purchase a new wiring harness from The Jeepsterman in Howell, N.J. for about $265. The number is (732) 458-3966.They have about 10 or 11 questions for you to answer about your jeep. The harness is then made to suit. I got one for my '60 and it was a breeze to install. Hopefully I'll be firing it up this weekend. If I can help with any tech info don't hesitate to contact me.

 

Cool-thanks for the info.