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Hello I just signed up for this site because it looks like the best info is here and thats what I need. I am about to buy a 78 CJ 7 and I had some questions about it. It has a 350 in it with a full fiberglass body and all. 35" tires and I am not sure on the lift. My question is that the rear axles are chained to the frame is that ok? I mean they are bolted up normally but there is a chain spot welded to the axle then hooked to the frame? Is this normal and if so why. I have never seen this before so I thought I would ask before I buy something thats more work then I want. Thanks!
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The chain probably acts as a limiting strap, to keep the axle from drooping too much, which might bind the driveshaft. -
ok well just checkin since I have never seen this done.. so its ok? nothing to worry about?Comment
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I have seen that a few times and that is exactly what it was for. Shouldn't be an issue unless it's to short limiting you flex or to long binding the driveshaft.Originally posted by SAR Jeeper View PostCheck out .Comment
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my diff is limited to the frame with a strap, same idea as the chain. saves drive shafts as stated above.Comment
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Sounds rattley"The problem with socialism is that eventually you run out of other people's money."
-Margaret ThatcherComment
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ok so I went ahead and got it.. few issues I am having now tho. IT runs fine and all but it has a fiberglass body.. sigh.. dont know how strong its gonna be.. I have already seen a crack under the drivers seat. i mean there is no support under the tub? is this safe? i have seen some fiberglass tubs online and they all have wood floors mine does not.. any suggestions? what can i do to make it stronger?Comment
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How about a wood floor? It would spread out the load a bit. Even better would be a steel plate under the seat.Originally posted by rockhopinCj View Post"The problem with socialism is that eventually you run out of other people's money."
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I have thought about the wood floor but I cant seem to find any pics of it so I know how to put it in there. The Floor is not flat so it would kinda hard to do i think. What kind of wood to use? Regular plywood or partical board? Also with the steel plate I think that might be better because it might be better to mold and make fit good. I will take some pics for you guys today and of the question areas so it ill be easier to give me some advice.Originally posted by Shadly1 View PostComment
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for anyone who wants to see the pics go here http://www.myjeeprocks.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=11365Comment
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