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Your Modified 3A Project / Re: M38/CJ3A build - planning stage

« on: November 06, 2014, 04:41:32 PM »

Thanks Mike B, look forward to getting measurements.

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Your Modified 3A Project / Re: M38/CJ3A build - planning stage

« on: November 03, 2014, 06:07:27 PM »

Hello MikeB,

Sorry for the slow response, got side tracked with another project.� Really appreciate measurements using attached photo as reference when you have time.



Since my original posting, I've got hold of a D44 front axle, bits to build a full float rear D44, a 4L60E with a 23 spline Altas adapter that I hope can be mated to a D300 t/c (possibly with a custom adapter), will be looking into this into December.�

Much appreciated
Mike C

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Your Modified 3A Project / M38/CJ3A build - planning stage

« on: August 25, 2014, 05:47:16 PM »

Hello All,

I�m just starting to plan the build of an M38/CJ3A/CJ3B that will run 33s and will be used for mild offroading in the UK.� My initial starting point is an M38 chassis, front D44, parts to build a full floating rear HP D44 (F150 center section/Herm the Overdrive Guy full float kit/disc brakes).� �

My first big decision is what engine to use. I have a complete 2001 Chevy Blazer fitted with a Vortec 4.3L V6/4L60E box, however I am concerned about the engine height, it�s just about 32�. Can anything be done to reduce engine height? I�ve heard rumours of fitting an S10 sump? I don�t have a body tub, will probably get a new one from MD Juan (drastically cheaper than the basket cases available in the UK) and so I�ve got choices, that said I am really keen on the M38/CJ3A bonnet look. Used a lot of MD Juan body panels previously when restoring an M201 Hotchkiss Jeep (MB built under license in France in the 50s).

Be great if I could get in touch with somebody who has used a Vortec 4.3L V6, so I can get some measurements etc.

tah
Mike C

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Once You've Joined / Jeep owner from the UK

« on: August 18, 2014, 05:32:28 PM »

Hello All,

Over the last 15 years I�ve owned several Jeeps including a heavily modified TJ and a fully restored Hotchkiss M201 (Willys MB built under licence in France in the 50s).  Joining the forum as I am at the very early stages of planning a CJ3A/M38 build (I have a chassis and a front D44), if possible using a 4.3L V6 Vortec from 2001 Chevy Blazer.  I know these engines pretty well, as I�ve recently stuck one in a Buggy that I�m currently finishing.  Looking to make contact with somebody who has already used the same engine in a CJ3A/M38 build as I have a lot of questions such as how they handled an engine height of 32 inches.
 
Mike C aka Cuffy