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Rotten body mounts

Discussion in 'CJ' started by 83CJ7MS, Nov 18, 2018.

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  1. Nov 18, 2018 at 9:43 AM
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    So hello everyone, first post!

    I have an 83 cj7, I believe with a 304. Wasn't really in the market for one but I got it really cheap with no doors or top. Body pretty decent but some rotten floor pan issues but more concerning is the panels under the pan where the body mounts to the frame. Trying to figure out if it's worth the dive into replacing it all or not? I see complete floor pan replacement panels online, but can you buy one with the supports below already spot welded on? Thanks in advance!
     
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  2. Nov 18, 2018 at 4:15 PM
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  3. Nov 18, 2018 at 7:53 PM
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    Welcome! Post some pics of the CJ7 and floor panels to get some opinions/tips.
     
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  4. Nov 19, 2018 at 5:08 AM
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    I'll do just that and thanks in advance!
     
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  5. Nov 19, 2018 at 6:24 AM
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    Hello John, welcome to Jeeps.net.
    It's been a long while since I have looked at or worked on a CJ.
    We do have some CJ guys here so hopefully they can chime in soon to help.
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  6. Nov 19, 2018 at 7:06 AM
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    welcome from DFW
     
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  7. Nov 19, 2018 at 9:09 AM
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  8. Nov 19, 2018 at 12:46 PM
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    Ok, so here goes. Starting pass rear, pass front, driver rear, driver front. Frame is pretty good, body good, drivetrain not bad running, just rot under the floor!20181119_144021.jpg 20181119_144028.jpg 20181119_144059.jpg 20181119_144109.jpg
     
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  9. Nov 19, 2018 at 1:23 PM
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    ouch looks like more is missing than is still there
     
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  10. Nov 19, 2018 at 1:26 PM
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    Yeah, PO had the bright idea to just screw sheet metal over the top creating another area to hold water from above!

    I got 1300 in the thing so far, what I paid for it. Other than the pan the rest isn't too bad.
     
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  11. Nov 19, 2018 at 1:27 PM
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    man for 1300 if it runs you got a deal
     
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  12. Nov 19, 2018 at 1:28 PM
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    Runs ok, sucking a little air under the carb where I tig welded an ear on the carb somebody over torqued.
     
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  13. Nov 19, 2018 at 1:51 PM
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    20181119_152912.jpg
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  14. Nov 19, 2018 at 2:34 PM
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    I see a beautiful , tough rig hiding under that
     
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    I don't mind the work, just don't like going underwater with it lol
     
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  16. Nov 19, 2018 at 3:23 PM
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    Man 1300 and it runs that's a steal for some reason I was thinking it was a xj but I'm pretty sure they never put a 304 in a cherokee
     
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  17. Nov 19, 2018 at 3:25 PM
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    Let me rephrase that I think a cherokee never came with a 304 I ain't sure of anything nowadays
     
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    It wasn't available I don't think in an 83 model. I'm still learning as this is my first Jeep and so I'm a newbie to this.

    I've got access to everything from welders to plasma cutter and brake and shears. Just know I can't weld good metal to rotten metal.
     
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  19. Nov 19, 2018 at 4:49 PM
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    Good deal if you have a solid running frame. Your welding skills will have the tub repair covered unless you opt for a replacement tub. Looks like a worthy CJ project.
     
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  20. Nov 19, 2018 at 7:09 PM
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    I get it @TJ_abuser. I feel for ya. Still tryin to find that little screw?? Oh....that's right. You'll settle for any screw at this point.;)
    Sorry my bad....am I in the wrong thread??:cool:.

    Looks like an awesome CJ project. Ya gotta post pics of your progress. Post up in Builds section under your own heading. Look forward to seeing your build pics.
     
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