The beginning.. the end.... and a fresh start

[surfjeepzx]

Thanks,
I bought the garage from Northern Tools over 2 years ago. I've never taken it down and it's weathered some nasty storms here in Fla. It's tapcon'd into the concrete. As it stands now the last 6 months have seen the beachside weather and sun are taking a toll on the tarpaulin material where it stretches over the supports. I've been doctoring it with duct tape as I have another project in there for now. I need about another 2 months out of it so as long as we don't get a hurricane or near miss I'll be good.

I called Shelter Logic about buying a new cover but it's 2/3 the price of the whole set up. Duct tape is cheap for now so that's the way it will end. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. The size of mine is a 10x20 at the base. If you have a wide boat including the trailer I would go with the 12x20. You'll never get the average boat on a trailer in it as the shelter tapers to the top.

Good Luck. I'll roll the Jeep out later this weekend and try to get the hardtop installed. I have a couple free days coming up.

 

[67390fe]

surfjeepzx,
I purchased a "Garage In A Box" from Shelter Logic and after three Michigan winters, the tarp had given all it could. Like you I called on a replacement tarp and could not justify the cost for just the tarp alone, so I bought a new complete "Garage In A Box" and added the new frame work to the old. Now I have a functional garage again with better than double the support and the added benefit of zipper doors at both ends.

P.S. I still am drooling over the job you have done on this jeep. Well done sir, well done! (still anxiously awaiting new pics tho!)

 

[surfjeepzx]

Ok OK, tomorrow I promise.

 

[surfjeepzx]

Up to date pics

Well the summer has been hot and filled with things to do with my family so I've had very little time for Jeep stuff. I have managed to squeak some time in here and there but mostly just little things. I found an original fan shroud in great shape. It's supposed to be from a CJ but it doesn't line up dead on, it's slightly off to the right. Also I may have to get a spacer to move the fan toward the radiator about an inch or so. You can see the fan sits back from the shroud. It still works better than without but a slight adjustment should make it fit better.

Still haven't finished the hard top. I need to order the rear window and install the seals. Also I have to make the metal plate that attaches the top to the w/s frame. The original is too rusty. I'm going to fab one from stainless steal at work. :-)

The hard doors are finished and hung. THey came out nicely and between the two sets I was able to make a nice set.

At this point I'm still waiting to buy tires, axles, and gears. Those are the big ticket items that are on the short list. I have another project in the wings that I've started on. Some of the parts from that are being sold and will finance the tires which I want before the other stuff. That will get the wheels out of the back of the Jeep and tidy things up in the garage where space is at a premium.

That's all for now, as I get a few things done I'll update the forum.

Also, for some reason our computers at work wont allow me access to this site anymore. The sceen says there's a virus risk and blocks it. Oh well, I'll post from home or Tapatalk.

 

[surfjeepzx]

Well it looks like progress will be made next week. I sold some parts from my other project build which just bought a set of 5 GoodYear Wrangler DuraTracs. I have an appointment Tuesday morning so I'll have pics Tuesday night. Stay tuned, I'm finally getting the wheels together!

 

[Randyzzz]

So excited to see this with the painted wheels!

 

[KINETIC]

Absolutely amazing work and attention to detail. You have one lucky little girl that's gonna love driving that around. The story behind it is also very cool. Great job!

Eric

 

[MrBeep]

Absolutely amazing work and attention to detail. You have one lucky little girl that's gonna love driving that around. The story behind it is also very cool. Great job!

Eric

As I've stated before, as good as it looks in these photos, they don't do it justas. It is amazing. Looking forward to seeing it again in January.

 

[surfjeepzx]

Thanks guys! I'm really looking forward to getting the tires mounted on Tuesday morning. I'l have pics up as soon as I get em bolted on.

 

[surfjeepzx]

As promised!

The wheels are on finally! Although the center caps wont fit the rears until I get the one piece axles as they are too shallow. And the front caps obstruct with the bolts for the locking hub. I'll make a spacer for them and that will solve that one.

So what do you think?

 

[certifiablejeep]

Without the caps, they sort of have a "limited trim ring" look to them.
Not sure how the caps are going to change that perspective.

cb

http://classiccars.com/listings/view/508728/1982-jeep-cj7-for-sale-in-sussex-new-jersey-07461#

 

[BRKLYNZ28]

wow...

 

[Randyzzz]

Just as excellent as I had imagined them. Perfect stance, perfect offset, and absolutely stunning!

Did I miss what size tire you went with?

 

[surfjeepzx]

Thank you, tire size is 33 x 12.5 x 15. Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs. I really like the tires but I would like them more if they said Scrambler instead of Wrangler on the sides.

 

[jims chop shop]

Impressive sir !!

 

[gr8dain]

Thank you, tire size is 33 x 12.5 x 15. Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs. I really like the tires but I would like them more if they said Scrambler instead of Wrangler on the sides.

They look great. But with a little skill you could probably get those tires to say SCRAMBLER. More skill than I have. But I have seen people recreate classic tires on their classic cars.

 

[Randyzzz]

Pep Boys had a Futura Scrambler tire back in the 90's. Just checked, it's still available but in limited sizes and a street type tread pattern...I like the Goodyears much better.

 

[MrBeep]

Pure Awesomeness!

 

[dmock]

Looks fantastic!

 

[67390fe]

An absolute work of art! The attention to detail is a credit to you!