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How to Restore Your Jeep 1941-1986
Developed in the early 1940s as a light reconnaissance vehicle for the U.S. Army, the Jeep successfully transitioned from military usage to public use with the arrival of the CJ-2A in 1945. Many more CJ models followed, which cemented the Jeep as one of the most successful and longest-tenured models when the CJ-10A was discontinued in 1986.
With more than 1.5 million Jeeps sold, a restoration book for these vehicles has been desperately needed. Author Mark Altschuler of restoremyjeep.com showcases his decades of experience in this must-have restoration book that features component restoration of all aspects of the timeless Jeep. Step-by-step procedures document the disassembly, restoration, and reassembly of your favorite models, while color illustrations depict exactly what you’re wanting to see as you address your project.
How to Restore Your Jeep 1941–1986 is not only a handy tool that addresses the total restoration of your prized machine but it will likely also be one of the most affordable tools that you will purchase for your project.r
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1: A Brief History of the Jeep
Bantam Car Company
Willys Overland
Ford Motor Company
G5038Making a Living on Jeeps
Chapter 2: Choosing the Right Jeep
Willys MB and Ford GPW (1941–1945)
Willys CJ-2A (1945–1949)10Willys CJ-3A (1949–1953)
Willys M38 (1950–1952)
Willys CJ-3B (1953–1964)
Willys M38-A1 (1952–1971)
Willys/Jeep CJ-5 and CJ-6 (1955–1983)
Jeep CJ-7 and CJ-8 (1976–1986)
Chapter 3: Tools and Equipment
Toolbox
Favorite Tools
Specialty Tools
Keep Clean Rags Handy
Chapter 4: Body and Interior Disassembly
Organization
Top and Seats
Gas Tank Removal
Spare Tire, Tailgate, and Roll Bar
Windshield and Miscellaneous
Footman Loops
Side Mirrors
Front Clip
Floor Covers
Cables
Steering Wheel
Body Mounts
Main Body Tub
Final Components
Chapter 5: Chassis and Suspension
Repairing and Refinishing
Grease
VIN and Title
Chapter 6: Differentials, Brakes, Wheels, and Tires
Differentials
Brakes
Wheels
Tires
Chapter 7: Engine
Removing the Engine
Restoration Strategies
Cooling
Dressing the Engine
Installing the Drivetrain
Starting a New or Rebuilt Engine
Oiling the Engine
Exhaust System
Chapter 8: Transmission and Clutch
Side to Top Shifter Conversion
Shifter Assembly
Removing the Floor Covers
Removing the Transmission
Chapter 9: Dana 18 Transfer Case
Front and Rear Seal
Driveshaft(s
Case Mounts and Bearings
Transfer Case Removal
Chapter 10: Body and Interior
Body Condition Analysi
Body-On Restoratio
Reassembl
Chapter 11: Wiring Harness
Speedometer Repairs
Chapter 12: Tops
Civilian Soft Tops
Civilian Hard Tops and Hard Doors
Source Guide
Developed in the early 1940s as a light reconnaissance vehicle for the U.S. Army, the Jeep successfully transitioned from military usage to public use with the arrival of the CJ-2A in 1945. Many more CJ models followed, which cemented the Jeep as one of the most successful and longest-tenured models when the CJ-10A was discontinued in 1986.
With more than 1.5 million Jeeps sold, a restoration book for these vehicles has been desperately needed. Author Mark Altschuler of restoremyjeep.com showcases his decades of experience in this must-have restoration book that features component restoration of all aspects of the timeless Jeep. Step-by-step procedures document the disassembly, restoration, and reassembly of your favorite models, while color illustrations depict exactly what you’re wanting to see as you address your project.
How to Restore Your Jeep 1941–1986 is not only a handy tool that addresses the total restoration of your prized machine but it will likely also be one of the most affordable tools that you will purchase for your project.r
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1: A Brief History of the Jeep
Bantam Car Company
Willys Overland
Ford Motor Company
G5038Making a Living on Jeeps
Chapter 2: Choosing the Right Jeep
Willys MB and Ford GPW (1941–1945)
Willys CJ-2A (1945–1949)10Willys CJ-3A (1949–1953)
Willys M38 (1950–1952)
Willys CJ-3B (1953–1964)
Willys M38-A1 (1952–1971)
Willys/Jeep CJ-5 and CJ-6 (1955–1983)
Jeep CJ-7 and CJ-8 (1976–1986)
Chapter 3: Tools and Equipment
Toolbox
Favorite Tools
Specialty Tools
Keep Clean Rags Handy
Chapter 4: Body and Interior Disassembly
Organization
Top and Seats
Gas Tank Removal
Spare Tire, Tailgate, and Roll Bar
Windshield and Miscellaneous
Footman Loops
Side Mirrors
Front Clip
Floor Covers
Cables
Steering Wheel
Body Mounts
Main Body Tub
Final Components
Chapter 5: Chassis and Suspension
Repairing and Refinishing
Grease
VIN and Title
Chapter 6: Differentials, Brakes, Wheels, and Tires
Differentials
Brakes
Wheels
Tires
Chapter 7: Engine
Removing the Engine
Restoration Strategies
Cooling
Dressing the Engine
Installing the Drivetrain
Starting a New or Rebuilt Engine
Oiling the Engine
Exhaust System
Chapter 8: Transmission and Clutch
Side to Top Shifter Conversion
Shifter Assembly
Removing the Floor Covers
Removing the Transmission
Chapter 9: Dana 18 Transfer Case
Front and Rear Seal
Driveshaft(s
Case Mounts and Bearings
Transfer Case Removal
Chapter 10: Body and Interior
Body Condition Analysi
Body-On Restoratio
Reassembl
Chapter 11: Wiring Harness
Speedometer Repairs
Chapter 12: Tops
Civilian Soft Tops
Civilian Hard Tops and Hard Doors
Source Guide
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