Build Thread 1960 CJ5 restoration project
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Build Thread 1960 CJ5 restoration project
- Thread starter Davin
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0822
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Kilo19
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80 cj-5, body and frame
nice...the cab kinda sorta looks to me like some of the old fords from back in the day. (not trying to be smart, i know im young). :ww: from texas, keep the pics coming.
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- '67 CJ5A Tuxedo Park, Dauntless 225 V6, T86 trans, Spicer 18 tc, D27 front, D44 rear, 3.73:1 gears. Pretty much unmolested mechanically.
Daily driver is a 06 Durango SLT Hemi.
I used to have a 51 Willys pickup and a 72 Commando.
That should be a fun project, I like the oldies.
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- 1965 CJ-5 Buick V6 Ford T-18 4-Speed Spicer 20/18,Warn Overdrive Dana 30 & 44 w/Powr-Lok posi / both,4.27 gears 33" tires.
Nice looking old rig.....................I don't think what your seing there was factory.........there were no guages other than the ones in the Speedo nor a clock in those unless someone in the aftermarket installed them.
0822
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Mine does not have any of those goodies.Davin
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Hello Joe,
I Came across your rebuild thread and was very impressed. I too, believe the Jeeps are similar. My sons and I have it stripped down and the frame sandblasted, epoxy primed and top coated with PPG single stage acrylic urethane. It probably is overkill but sure looks nice. The paint shop guy gave me the best off the shelve since I had no clue at the time about primers and paints. I grew up in Kansas City 1978 Shawnee Mission North, how about you? I would be interested in picking your brain since you are farther down the rebuild road than I am. Davin
I Came across your rebuild thread and was very impressed. I too, believe the Jeeps are similar. My sons and I have it stripped down and the frame sandblasted, epoxy primed and top coated with PPG single stage acrylic urethane. It probably is overkill but sure looks nice. The paint shop guy gave me the best off the shelve since I had no clue at the time about primers and paints. I grew up in Kansas City 1978 Shawnee Mission North, how about you? I would be interested in picking your brain since you are farther down the rebuild road than I am. Davin
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1959 CJ5 Rebuild 74 Buick 231V6 oddfire T14 D20 D30 D44 frame boxed roller engine ready,
1967 CJ5 V6 225 T86aa D18 D27 D44 runs needs work,
1954 CJ3B F4-134 T90A D18 D25 D44 Half Cab needs tub,
Oh Gee - I am loving your CJ!!.. :drool:
I have a '59 all torn apart (but no build thread...), so I will be watching how things come along. I have really been enjoying Joe's (0822) build. Do I see a PTO shift handle poking up in one of those pics?
I really love these classic CJ's!!
My '54 3B has a half cab very much like yours. Mine has the three windows in the back, so I think it is a Koenig 555 Super. I'll guess yours is a Koenig 535 Standard Model. Check out this link for more info: Koenig Jeep Cabs on The CJ3B Page
My '59 has a full Kelly hard cab (which is in the barn with all the body parts waiting for space in the shop....)
My '67 came with a plow, but I think we are going to put that on the '54 3B to use on the farm here. Pics in my gallery.
Oh, and :ww: from Wisconsin!!!!...
:drool:I have a '59 all torn apart (but no build thread...), so I will be watching how things come along. I have really been enjoying Joe's (0822) build. Do I see a PTO shift handle poking up in one of those pics?
I really love these classic CJ's!!
My '54 3B has a half cab very much like yours. Mine has the three windows in the back, so I think it is a Koenig 555 Super. I'll guess yours is a Koenig 535 Standard Model. Check out this link for more info: Koenig Jeep Cabs on The CJ3B Page
My '59 has a full Kelly hard cab (which is in the barn with all the body parts waiting for space in the shop....
)My '67 came with a plow, but I think we are going to put that on the '54 3B to use on the farm here. Pics in my gallery.
Oh, and :ww: from Wisconsin!!!!...
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Feel free to PM me and we can get together.
Bowbender
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- '67 CJ5A Tuxedo Park, Dauntless 225 V6, T86 trans, Spicer 18 tc, D27 front, D44 rear, 3.73:1 gears. Pretty much unmolested mechanically.
Daily driver is a 06 Durango SLT Hemi.
I used to have a 51 Willys pickup and a 72 Commando.
Pretty tough looking crew there!
Great project to get the young men involved in.
Great project to get the young men involved in.
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Re: Pulling the stuck engine
Davin ,
That Hydraulic cylinder up front I would think ran off of a PTO of some sort perhaps off your Transfer Case ...........turning a Hydraulic pump. Looks like a lever between the seat?
Nice little project! Good Luck.
Davin ,That Hydraulic cylinder up front I would think ran off of a PTO of some sort perhaps off your Transfer Case ...........turning a Hydraulic pump. Looks like a lever between the seat?
Nice little project! Good Luck.
0822
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Looking good keep the pictures coming.
Davin
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The hydraulics were powered by a pump driven off the engine. The lever to control the cylinder was located between the seats. The pictures show us taking the tub off with a 1086 Tractor and loader.
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Great pics looks like you have alot of really good help 
0822
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Looking Good keep the pictures coming.
Davin
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Re: 1960 CJ5 restoration project update
Took some pictures of progress made this Holiday weekend. I decided to upgrade the brakes to disc. The brackets are off a 1984 chevy 4x4. The calipers are new that would fit the 1984 chevy. I had to switch out the studs to longer studs and grind the caliper and knuckle so the caliper can slide when the pads wear down. I see the kits on the internet can go for upwards of $600. I have $300 in the calipers, pads, backing plate, rotor (1976 scout), brake lines, and studs. I decided to switch over to disc brakes because I have teen drivers that will be using this Jeep when finished. The pictures show the backing plates and calipers plus the knuckle and hub. My 13 year old son loves to use the cabinet sand blaster which really helps cleaning up the old parts.Hope everyone had a great Holiday weekend. I hope Joe had good luck putting in the floor on his 1960 Jeep. I plan on putting the Dana 25 back together this weekend. The heated garage is must in this cold weather.
Davin
Took some pictures of progress made this Holiday weekend. I decided to upgrade the brakes to disc. The brackets are off a 1984 chevy 4x4. The calipers are new that would fit the 1984 chevy. I had to switch out the studs to longer studs and grind the caliper and knuckle so the caliper can slide when the pads wear down. I see the kits on the internet can go for upwards of $600. I have $300 in the calipers, pads, backing plate, rotor (1976 scout), brake lines, and studs. I decided to switch over to disc brakes because I have teen drivers that will be using this Jeep when finished. The pictures show the backing plates and calipers plus the knuckle and hub. My 13 year old son loves to use the cabinet sand blaster which really helps cleaning up the old parts.Hope everyone had a great Holiday weekend. I hope Joe had good luck putting in the floor on his 1960 Jeep. I plan on putting the Dana 25 back together this weekend. The heated garage is must in this cold weather.
Davin