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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Grampswillys, Apr 23, 2019.

  1. Apr 23, 2019 at 8:08 AM
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    Grampswillys

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    Grampswillys [OP] New Member

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    Greetings from a newbie member but an old jeeper (both in age and years owning jeeps).
    Currently restoring (ground-up, full stock) my grandfather’s ‘61 cj5. Also have a ‘57 cj5 that I want to re-power and a ‘77 Cherokee 4 door with a straight 6. Way back, I also had a mid 50’s wagon and an early 50’s pickup.
    My current dilemma is wether or not to part out the 77 Cherokee to re-power the ‘57CJ ( it is sans motor currently) and sell other parts (primarily the axels) to help fund the restoration.

    Looking forward to some sage advice from the “old guard” members. Cheers!
     
    Grampswillys, Apr 23, 2019
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  2. Apr 23, 2019 at 8:31 AM
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    aggrex

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    aggrex Well-Known Member

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    Welcome @Grampswillys the jeep project is an impressive plan. Are you doing the heavy work or outsourcing? Will the straight 6 fit without major mods? Is the 77 restoreable? Selling body parts (not yours) and axles might make sense to reduce expenses.
     
    aggrex, Apr 23, 2019
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  3. Apr 23, 2019 at 8:53 AM
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    Grampswillys

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    Grampswillys [OP] New Member

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    Thanks for your reply! Yep doin’ everything myself. The 77 has some fairly heavy rust issues (rockers and first floor section inboard from rockers, as well as under tailgate and rear corner supports) but runs great (I rebuilt the top end) and it drives really well too. I’m afraid the body may be too far gone. Hahaha, yeah my body parts wouldn’t bring-in much, might go negative on that one!
    Not sure on the engine/tranny swap, haven’t been able to find much info on it yet. The ‘57 apparently had a pinto engine swap and then someone cut that out before I acquired it. Someone suggested a 3.2ltr out of a ford ranger, but I haven’t researched that yet.
     
    Grampswillys, Apr 23, 2019
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  4. Apr 23, 2019 at 10:11 AM
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    Prerunner1982

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    Prerunner1982 Well-Known Member

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    Welcome from Oklahoma.
    If the Cherokee body was in better shape it would be sad to have it parted out but as it is it would be a good candidate for a drive train swap.
     
    Prerunner1982, Apr 23, 2019
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  5. Apr 23, 2019 at 10:22 AM
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    parispete

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    Welcome Oldtimer! I too are just getting started on jeeps.net. I am on the other side of the spectrum than you but an old man now. I have notice that members are honest good fairing folks and full of info. Your age is not a factor here so again, Welcome
     
    parispete, Apr 23, 2019
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  6. Apr 23, 2019 at 11:26 AM
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    Grampswillys

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    Grampswillys [OP] New Member

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    Great to know, thanks!
     
    Grampswillys, Apr 23, 2019
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  7. Apr 23, 2019 at 11:44 AM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine Moderator

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    Welcome to the site!
     
    chris4x4, Apr 23, 2019
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  8. Apr 23, 2019 at 10:48 PM
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    Grampswillys

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    Grampswillys [OP] New Member

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    Thank you, nice to be welcomed!
     
    Grampswillys, Apr 23, 2019
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  9. Apr 24, 2019 at 7:32 PM
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    JKBob 25

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    Welcome to the forum @Grampswillys . I dont even know where to begin.
    I am in no way even close to your knowledge and experience with Jeeps. But I love to learn. I look forward to your future posts.....with any of your Jeeps. And please. Post up pics if you can. We love Jeep porn.
    Welcome again :jeepwave:
     
    JKBob 25, Apr 24, 2019
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  10. Apr 25, 2019 at 2:27 PM
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    TJ_abuser

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    Welcome from Texas
     
    TJ_abuser, Apr 25, 2019
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