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Two Bars Forward, One Backward, and A Leak

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A couple days ago I bent the front passenger side loop. All was well until the very last (bottom) bend. For the passenger side it would have been okay where it is, but for the driver’s side I felt the bar would be better if it angled more quickly once under the dash so it gave more clearance for the clutch foot.

So, after much hemming and hawing, I bent the driver’s side differently. That turned out better, which meant redoing the passenger side.

You can see a comparison of them below. It’s tough to visualize where the floor/firewall will be, but the sheet metal gives a rough idea.

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Once I get the passenger loop done, the remaining bars ought to be completed more quickly.

However, before I could do that Thursday night we discovered a leak underneath the bathroom of our master bedroom. Ugh. We don’t know when it actually broke, but Thursday night, we could hear a strange noise in the bathroom. Of course, we were about ready for bed, which meant getting re-dressed and dropping into our crawl space where I shut off the water to our house. Friday morning I crawled the length of the house, where I discovered where the water was falling on the plastic. The actual break was in the insulation, but I didn’t locate it. I’d rather get a pro to deal with it.

So, we are house-camping again. On the upside, we tried out the shower in our shop for the first time. It turns out, it works great!

We have a plumber (highly recommended and the uncle of our neighbor) coming tomorrow to look at it, as I’d rather not work with the copper pipe. I want to get it done quickly and get it done right … I got a cage to finish!

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Jan 2023 MVCC Arizona Military Vehicle Show

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UPDATE: The event is today and tomorrow!

Joe in Mesa shared this event flyer for the 32nd annual Arizona Military Vehicle Show in Phoenix, Arizona, January 28th-29th, 2023.

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1965 CJ-5 Central Point, OR $5000

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Nothing fancy here, but looks like a great vintage jeep for the price. It also has an old school power inverter.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1107869896546190

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“For sale, 1965 CJ5. Original mileage is 41,899. F-134, runs, drives and stops. This is a very nice jeep. Lots of cool stuff on this jeep like a power inverter. Pretty rust free albeit the passenger side floor has surface rust painted with rust converter paint. Price is $5,000.00. located in Central Point, Oregon. I am listing this jeep for a friend who is not on Facebook. Please DM me for his contact information.”

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1951 M-38 Aledo, TX $12,999

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Nate refurbed this M-38. You can see more pics and contact him through his website (got to bottom of the website page and click on “NOTE”): https://1951m38.godaddysites.com

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“Zero rust, clean frame, extremely smooth running M38. Every inch of this old Jeep has been gone over and been cleaned and serviced. 9 out of 10 mechanically with original data plates, and Army stencils. There are 47,851 miles on the restored odometer.

This original L134 runs and starts perfectly. Serviced by a new fuel system, Carter W-O carburetor, intake/exhaust manifold, radiator, and oil filter, this engine runs smooth and strong. A new 12V alternator and all new electrical system runs the lights and gauges.

You will not find any rust on the frame or body of this well-kept M38. Lots of old red “barn paint” was removed to reveal the original olive drab paint. With a little work, this body will be ready for new paint, or you can enjoy this Willys with authentic character.”

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1946 CJ-2A Bowling Green, KY $3000

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It runs and drives. It needs a few things completed. It’s worth a look.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1286430165235537

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“1946 Jeep Willys CJ2A Unknown mileage In the past was used on a farm and kept in a barn. Runs and drives. 4×4 works good. It has been converted to 12 volt system. I have a clean title and license plate I have put on a new high torque starter, NGK coil, spark plugs and wires, battery, fuel filter, etc. Comes with some old parts, 2 universal seats, the original skinny wheels with 3 military tires. It is a 3 speed manual. Needs some small things and some body work but its all there!! May consider trades on other 4x4s Make me an offer!”

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Kelly Manufacturing Safari Top Beavercreek, OR $400

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It could use some love, but these Safari tops aren’t something I see for see very often (more info). I’m guessing this was made for a CJ-3A or DJ-3A, but may fit a 2A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/504572298188734

“Sold my flatty. This top didnt go with. Good Safari brand top. Good doors. Hard lowers and soft uppers. Have brand new lexan windows that are cut but still need to be installed. Hard to find in decent shape.”

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