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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #105 on: November 09, 2015, 10:03:21 PM »
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It's about all that consumes my thoughts

Boy can I relate to this!  A word of caution...it won't go away.  In fact, once the tub is on, it gets even worse. :o

You'll stand out in the garage for hours just staring at it.

Tim

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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #106 on: November 09, 2015, 10:47:10 PM »
I have a storage unit where the two jeeps are now kept...but when I first moved the 3a over there I had terrible separation anxiety....

But when it's occasionally back in the garage I often just go out and look at it... :)
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #107 on: November 10, 2015, 07:09:45 AM »
I'm so glad I don't have to fight this disease alone and we have this support group :D
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #108 on: November 13, 2015, 04:01:38 PM »
Prepping the grill for paint
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #109 on: November 21, 2015, 10:54:49 AM »
Grill is painted and installed, I am really happy with my color choice, after months of agonizing... :-/

In different lighting the effects are really neat, you can see blue or green. I was thrilled that my body work came out well, its been 34 years since I have done any of that, don't have the hands I should but I can't see any issues.

Bolted on the radiator an shroud, installed new welting. Getting close... :D
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #110 on: November 21, 2015, 11:36:29 AM »
Looks great! Are you going to bolt an oddball seat on the frame and go for the obligatory Rolling Chassis Test Drive?
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #111 on: November 21, 2015, 08:42:57 PM »
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Looks great! Are you going to bolt an oddball seat on the frame and go for the obligatory Rolling Chassis Test Drive?

Oh yes you must drive the bare chassis around....lots of fun...you will wonder why you need a tub!

Faux wicker for a seat is perfect! I used a patio chair and removed the legs...

I really like the color...
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #112 on: November 21, 2015, 09:36:07 PM »
Ryan and Randy you bet I am going to be riding this chassis around, I go to bed every night thinking about it and dwelling on it everyday.

My wife says I'm obsessed� I tend to agree :o
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #113 on: November 21, 2015, 11:26:07 PM »
Very cool color!
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #114 on: November 22, 2015, 06:32:18 AM »
Very very nice.  That wheel against that gray is a very bold contrast.  I really like it.

Be sure to check out Tim's (athawk11�s) chassis test drive set up.  Almost more comfortable than the stock set up.
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #115 on: November 22, 2015, 09:05:28 AM »
Looking good! Love the Grey against the wheels. Make sure the steering wheel nut is on. Hawky forgot his and drove like a race driver. I'll never forget it. John
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #116 on: December 02, 2015, 03:44:11 PM »
Ok, I am now in need of help with creating a make shift electrical circuit to start my Jeep and test drive it.

 I have a key start that has 4 posts on it

 ACC, ST, IC, AM

 I have a solenoid on the starter and it is 6 Volt

 I assume that IC would be to the Ignition Coil, since I am not connecting the Ammeter I'm not sure what to do with the lug off of the solenoid, does that go to the ST or AM?

 All of the drawings that I have looked at don't seem to be very helpful.

Thanks
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #117 on: December 02, 2015, 04:52:59 PM »
Kirk,
I agree with your guess on the IC being ignition coil.  You would just wire directly from the IC post to the + side of your coil.

-ACC is probably accessories. 
-ST is "start" which will go to the small post on the solenoid.
-AM...hmmm...not sure.  But You will need a connection to the Battery. You can see this attaches to the solenoid in my drawing.  (same large post that the + side of the battery attaches to.)

Here is a basic drawing I put together for another Willys guy that was setting up to do a chassis run.  He had a basic push start button in the equation (which you won't need)...and a universal key switch which was a bit odd.  Label wise, he couldn't really tell me what he was seeing on it.

Hopefully this will help you a little.  This is really all you need to start and run around a bit.



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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #118 on: December 02, 2015, 06:27:56 PM »
Tim, i'm saving all of your hand drawing. It's amazing how much it look easy. We (forum members) are lucky to have you sharing your knowledge. Thank.
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Re: 1952 CJ-3A in Rhode Island
« Reply #119 on: December 03, 2015, 07:28:03 AM »
Tim, Ever thought about moving to Rhode Island? Could really appreciate having you as a neighbor..

Thank you again for your timely response..

Giving it a whirl today I hope� fingers crossed I'll have an update later today...
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