CJ7 Build Part 2 aka Stopping the Flopping

[jonah]

Cool, thanks for the info. I do like the idea of the mechanical version. Did you take out all of the original e brake stuff? I have mine half in, but I don't have the pedal and front part of the cable. I was debating on getting the parts to finish it, maybe this is a better solution.

[GP4Play]

I forgot all about these,Had one in my old 53'CJ and it worked great on hill sides and parking.

[dirtman13]

Cool, thanks for the info. I do like the idea of the mechanical version. Did you take out all of the original e brake stuff? I have mine half in, but I don't have the pedal and front part of the cable. I was debating on getting the parts to finish it, maybe this is a better solution.

Yes. It's all out. If you want it let me know.

[RAT]

Yes. It's all out. If you want it let me know.

Jeep looks awesome Chuck! I know you'll be rolling before me now. I still have to take most of mine back apart for final welding, some grinding, and primer/paint. Where to test her, where where where...

[Double AA]

Jeep looks awesome Chuck! I know you'll be rolling before me now. I still have to take most of mine back apart for final welding, some grinding, and primer/paint. Where to test her, where where where...

I seem to recall you saying that Backdoor "Looks like a perfect trail to break mine in". Come on, you knew that wasn't going away didn't you?

[dirtman13]

Jeep looks awesome Chuck! I know you'll be rolling before me now. I still have to take most of mine back apart for final welding, some grinding, and primer/paint. Where to test her, where where where...

Ditto my friend. I'm not sure about finishing before you. I still have a lot to do in the cab. Finish floor pan, mount seats, build center console, install shifters, install rear cross bar for harness, etc.

As for the break in run I'm going to do a couple of easy runs to break in the gears and then probably hit Bullfrog. Then when it’s 100 degrees I’ll take a trip to JV

[RAT]

I seem to recall you saying that Backdoor "Looks like a perfect trail to break mine in". Come on, you knew that wasn't going away didn't you?

I thought you were talking about the "other" back door... You know how you get around the camp fire.

[dirtman13]

Check a few more items off the build list. Seat mounts, seats, floor board, and harness are in.
Since I do not have a bender I had to get a little creative.



Now I need to build the center console.

[Mike]

Lookin' good!

[bails85]

chuck ur jeep is f-ing bad

[Mitch]

Chuck,

Looking good! I want to come over again but I think that was distracting. I learned quite a bit watching. Looking forward to the break in thing . I'm kicking it up a notch this Saturday, so that I will be ready for you after your break in runs!

Mitch

Mitch

[dirtman13]

Thanks Guys.

Mitch,

Believe me. It still would have happened.

[4rheel]

nice job Chuck, that cj looks awsome, hope to see it on the trail soon.
Rich:gun:

[dirtman13]

Finished the cockpit up today. Center console is complete. I’m very happy the way it came out. Everything is in reach while I’m fully strapped in. I used 3/4” square tube and .190 and .90 6061


The red handle is the line lock. Also ran some duct and installed some vents on the sides for the heater. Got to keep the wife happy. Look what I did for you honey.



Left on the list is engine skid, install driveshafts, program ECM, and various other small items. Should be on the road soon.

[RAT]

Sweeeet! That came out real nice Chuck. It's getting better every day.