Updates of progress and no shopping list.

So, with my activities that pay for my jeep parts picking up, because it is the season. And you know Jeep. I haven't made the time (OH, I've had the time, I'm just not that into it) to update the blog. However, I do know this lovely Jeep of mine has followers full of love (I may make it a go fund me page so I can get done faster) ( Don't hate I am totally teasing, but I mean hey if you're willing to sponsor) LMAO ok ok ok

With a little help from Magic Mike and his brother, Rick, we got it in the garage and stopped (as you well know she goes, but she doesn't stop #brakesareforpussies). With a little more help from some fellow 304 Jeep Club Members, Magic Mike and I got the top off of it. Then while we were cooking up some garage snacks I put together the new canvas doors, and later that after noon Magic Mike beat the handles and window cranks off the doors and cut off the windshield supports for the top, I removed the hinges. Those pieces are now some where out in Kansas supporting the top of another Jeep CJ5 club member. (Happy it was useful to someone)  Magic Mike removed the windows and cut up all the bad metal on the top. (So if you know anyone who needs glass for their Meyers Cab, you know hook em up with the link to this blog.)

Now, this is the best, cleanest, spot on my jeep. Tater's original Green. 

Avocado Mist. Yes, I'm keeping it this green. I'm in love with this green. 

So, Now the windshield has been slightly disassembled, Magic Mike took it apart. It's still attached by hinges only and he also cut off my old rotted out fenders. 

We started bleeding the brakes, then realized we actually do need to replace those cylinders as well as my  lets go drifting brake cable. Now, its just sitting with no wheels and tires being soaked in Aero Kruel or how ever you spell it. So we can break the lines loose with out cutting them. Otherwise... hello new break lines LMAO

Ah damn, I ordered the new rear floor panel.. didn't think about that fuckin support. 

In the description of that new floor panel I just ordered, the supports come with! HELL YEAH!!

Mad props to Classicent.com for covering my ass there. 

There you have it ladies and gents. A naked Jeep

I took out the seats. 

Magic Mike said "Those aren't gonna come out with that little ratchet"

Then I proceeded with the little ratchet, A. He LOVES to laugh at me and B. I do what I want and I wanted to use that little ratchet. 

HOLY SHIT it worked like easy!

then Magic Mike says "I have been proven wrong"

I feel like in his defense though everything has been such a rusted pain in the ass to break loose (and some of it I did regrettably use a ratchet and hurt my hands but broke it lose) that when I discovered the seats weren't in that tight, we were both shocked. I didn't think that ratchet was gonna work either.

Soon, my floor panels (rear and passenger) will be here from classicent.com and my toe support. Here's to many years in Tater. We are going to be a great match. 

"WE GOT THIS" 

Facebook Jeep Groups hit my feels!!! Another shopping list!

So, I recently joined a Jeep CJ5 group on facebook. Some parts (such as body pieces/front clip/ little butterfly vent covers). Magic Mike can't find me. His Jeep Gurus (He's my Jeep Guru) all use fiberglass tubs. I'm still hoping to keep my Jeep AS ORIGINAL (no lift and big tires, I have short girl problems) as I can. So This is my little tribute/ thank you for all the help that CJ5 group just gave me with out realizing it. I finally found pieces I needed that were small that I could not find before and new website recommendations that I had never heard of!

From my Dreaded To-Do list page:
the items I didn't have links for.

1. The little pull knobs to make all the "bells and whistles" work 
2. Passenger floor board... which I can't seem to find an OE replacement that doesn't involve a $4000 tub purchase. PURCHASED
3. a small metal circle cap in my driver floor. PURCHASED

This is listed as an older CJ than mine- but its the right size- I'm thinking all the body is the same

Small Metal Circle Cap--AKA Master Cylinder Access! PURCHASED

Head Light Pull Knob (bells and Whistles go!)

As Warm As Your Gonna Get LOL

Safety...eventually... Mine mostly work.

Body Baby- I'm talkin CURVES!! PURCHASED-REAR FLOOR PANEL, PASSENGER FLOOR PANEL, AND PASSENGER TOE MOUNT :D

Today, It moves.

Today, I put the rear drive shaft back together. It moves. Carburetor is now on the list of things to purchase. Mine may have gotten water in it while it was sitting in a field for 30ish years and leaks gas to a fire causing extent, now that it is cleaned and put back together.  Magic Mike is driving. He wanted to try and force it out of gear (the old transmission is still in it and was stuck in 1st gear). It also has a flat tire on the front passenger side (the valve stem is broke) and NO BRAKES. Seriously, that Mike is a brave ass man. LMAO

Perks of Being 2nd owner to old stuffs

So, When I bought this Jeep the title was missing. The original owner was such a gem and filed for a lost title. His daughter called to let me know my title had came in and when I went to pick it up. They had quite a rare treat. (Even more rare than those 2/3 1/3 split bench seats!)

 The original Bill of sale and the 1972 Vehicle specs!






Also, Magic Mike cleaned up under the hood a ton, and when he finally got all the mud dobbers off the fire wall and engine this little guy slipped right off ... I'll put it back eventually but there is is Paint code 431 (Avocado Mist) and Trim code 407 (Buff 2/3 1/3 split bench seats)

This is how I know this Baby Jeep has to stay as original as I can keep it.

Toodles!

I found this gem ... a digital owners manual

Stalking Jeep CJ forums and this lovely person (I can't find the damn forum).

Trailforge is awesome.

Owner's Manual for a 1972 CJ 5

The dreaded to-do list!

The joy of being a Jeep owner (especially the 2nd owner of a gorgeous 1972 CJ 5) is a to do list.
Hey one blinky light is in and it blinks!!!

The current situation. 

Remember to visit Tater, My Rough Diamond for current updates.

I needed a place to list what I needed that I could access ...well everything & every where.

This is my check off list. Everything I'm looking for to add to my baby to make her the prettiest lil Sunday driver ever!!!

1. The seats need re-apholstered
2. beep beep she's backin up
3. wishy washy doesn't wishy wash PURCHASED
4. Magic Mike says 4 to make her not sit lopsided. PURCHASED
5. more markers anyone? PURCHASED
6. A pretty smile is all the rage PURCHASED
7. weather proof protection is key to repairs holding out.<< THIS WAS SUPPOSED TO BE MY TOP.... PURCHASED
8. To the left to the left PURCHASED
9. To the right To the right To the right ... now kick now kick ha ha PURCHASED
10. The horn ...like the driver... don't blow.. or push in or nothing
11. Everybody do the U... just becareful that old rubber don't pinch ya
12. Parking ..in the front... and maybe a signal wouldn't kill you PURCHASED
13. Something has to hold up that bug protector right? .. not sure I need this but JIC PURCHASED
14. Now I'm just planning the just in cases --the wish to wash
15. The little pull knobs to make all the "bells and whistles" work
16. I also need the glass of the windsheild, cause some little shit threw a brick in it
17. All hoses, cause you know when your last inspection sticker says its last inspection took place in April 1985 and you've been sitting in a field for 31+ years... shit tends to happen like ...dry rot, mud dobbin, wasps, mice, etc. 
18. Air filter
19. Oil Changes.
20. Passenger floor board... which I can't seem to find an OE replacement that doesn't involve a $4000 tub purchase. PURCHASED
21. a small metal circle cap in my driver floor. PURCHASED!
22. a tiny (lol) bit of body work. 

As you can see,  I have quite the goal set for completion. I have one hell of a team! 

Maybe I should just find a parts jeep?


Side Note: if you read this and clicked the links I have no Idea what link #7 is supposed to be. It is not supposed to be her Grille!

Tater Introduction

You can also follow images of this majestic beauty coming together at my facebook album, Tater, My Rough Diamond.


So far, I've done just a tad bit of work with a very smart friend, Magic Mike.

Tater so far has but isn't installed.... 

• A new gas tank and skid plate, 
• new transmission, 
• a new top, 
• front side markers, 
• rear tail lights, 
• hood latches, 
• mirrors, 
• body mount bushings,
• rear wheel brake cylinders 
• valve pan gasket

So far Tater has (installed)

• Brake master cyilnder
• solenoid
• battery
• a rebuilt (original) carbeurator
• a clean and freshly painted (original) air filter holder thingy... (F U I only need to know how it works and goes together.. names are not important)
• locking ignition switch
• 4 beautifully installed polished aluminum slot wheels with tires

She runs ya'll 

I mean, that engine is a beast. 

I need to flush and fill up the radiator, and right now her gas tank is a 5 gallon one in the passenger floor. but she starts and she idles and she's so damn pretty.