Build Thread Sponge rebuild round 2
sponge
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Off with her body!
Build Thread Sponge rebuild round 2
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knew it was going to smoothly...found some rough rot at the rear of the frame where the spring hanger comes in.
Only one bolt holding each spring hanger up...
V3 is very well versed in dealing with CJ frame rot issues and have already ordered everything it takes to fix it up better than new...
Only one bolt holding each spring hanger up...
V3 is very well versed in dealing with CJ frame rot issues and have already ordered everything it takes to fix it up better than new...
sponge
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For those asking about the body - it is just raw welded metal. No filler of any type is put on the seams on either side...so when you are quoting paint prior to the body shop seeing the body ensure to communicate this unless they have done these tubs before they are likely not expecting it to be unsealed.
Now my paint quote is making more sense to me...my paint guy has done several of these Jeep bodies and knew what was in front of him....
Now my paint quote is making more sense to me...my paint guy has done several of these Jeep bodies and knew what was in front of him....
sponge
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one more body off shot...
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- '85 CJ-7, 258/4.2L 6cyl. Bought new in 1985. Full cage, Warn 8274 winch, Ford 9" rear, front/rear Detroit Lockers w/4:88 R&P. T-5 tranny and 4:1 t'case. 33X12.50-15 BFG/AT, MSD ign, on board air---
That's not bad for frame rust.
THX for the pictures!
LG
THX for the pictures!
LG
sponge
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Thanks the guys at the shop said it isn't bad and they were happy with how it looks overall.
Because I am 5 hours away they have been awesome about sending me pictures...great group of guys at V3 Jeep Shop in Louisville KY
Because I am 5 hours away they have been awesome about sending me pictures...great group of guys at V3 Jeep Shop in Louisville KY
mdeluca
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Now the fun begins… Interested to see how they deal with the frame.
sponge
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Here is what they will use -https://www.autorust.com/product-category/jeep/jeep-cj/
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The frame fix!
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So initially the holes on the firewall for 1. the blower motor 2. the box drain 3. the heater core didn't line up on the firewall exactly like the factory. They appeared to be off by an inch.
Also the holes for the heater box mounting needed to be drilled
However the shop called and said he was able to shift it all around and make it work with out cutting.
Pictures are coming.
Also the holes for the heater box mounting needed to be drilled
However the shop called and said he was able to shift it all around and make it work with out cutting.
Pictures are coming.
sponge
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A little frame clean up going on...body mounts are in better shape than expected.
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The body is all lined up!
The guys at V3 said it wasn't perfect out of the box but it didn't take a lot of work to get it all lined up.
and I got photobucket figured out!
The guys at V3 said it wasn't perfect out of the box but it didn't take a lot of work to get it all lined up.
and I got photobucket figured out!
mdeluca
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That is looking great! Looking forward to seeing it progress.
Peanut Butter
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Also I own a 2001 Jeep Cherokee, White, all stock with 4.0L. automatic, and police package. Best part of that is it came with leather seats! This package also has the NP242 Transfer Case, 8.25 rear end, and trailer towing package.
Like the big pictures! 
sponge
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Sorry very behind on pictures...
Linex of the bottom and inner fenders is done.
Will go back to have the inside of the tub done after paint is done
Linex of the bottom and inner fenders is done.
Will go back to have the inside of the tub done after paint is done
sponge
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Frame off Friday!
Soda BLASTED! Off to get straightened and then powder coated
Soda BLASTED! Off to get straightened and then powder coated
sponge
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It kills me I was at V3 Jeep Shop this week...and forgot to take pictures!
I have an entire corner of the shop devoted to my parts and pieces...I think I am going to have to sign the shelves so they never forget me.
My gauges came and I didn't even think to snap pictures of those either!
Powder Coated wheels look awesome...regret not doing the dark gold right now but I know in the long run I will get tired of it...
I have an entire corner of the shop devoted to my parts and pieces...I think I am going to have to sign the shelves so they never forget me.
My gauges came and I didn't even think to snap pictures of those either!
Powder Coated wheels look awesome...regret not doing the dark gold right now but I know in the long run I will get tired of it...
Peanut Butter
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- 1979 Jeep CJ7 TH400 Automatic 258 I6 Quadratrac Amc 20 rear & Dana 30 front, 32 x 11.5 x 15 tires. Currently a Complete Custom Rebuild in progress.
Also I own a 2001 Jeep Cherokee, White, all stock with 4.0L. automatic, and police package. Best part of that is it came with leather seats! This package also has the NP242 Transfer Case, 8.25 rear end, and trailer towing package.
Looking Good! 
Belizean
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That jeep is coming real nice. Going to be like new 
sponge
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Frame is straight, rust fixed, and now powdercoated! Went with a textured matte coat that is suppose to be the best for rust prevention...haven't got pics yet and it's killing me. Can't wait to see the finished frame.
Roll bar, hinges, front bumper, are now being coated to match the wheels.
Best part...found a paint shop that would work with me on a good paint job that didn't need to win a car show...most shops that do a job like this want to do fancy not a daily driver Jeep that will go camping, mt biking, and be driven in salt ridden Chicago. Rust prevention is more important than shine...hence all the line x.
Off to the paint shop!!!
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Roll bar, hinges, front bumper, are now being coated to match the wheels.
Best part...found a paint shop that would work with me on a good paint job that didn't need to win a car show...most shops that do a job like this want to do fancy not a daily driver Jeep that will go camping, mt biking, and be driven in salt ridden Chicago. Rust prevention is more important than shine...hence all the line x.
Off to the paint shop!!!
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