willys

it has been at least ten years since I had my Willys Jeep painted with Imron paint - it looks the same today as it did when it was done. The jeep has plowed snow for the past ten years and is a summer cruiser. Not many folks paint with it because of the hazards associated with it but it is tough as nails and produces a deep shine Jeff

the KF pump is like having another engine under the hood. it is great fun figuring out how to tune it to your car. No plugs or points but you have linkages and adjustments that all play a role. It is very basic once you understand what impacts what. As stated above an O2 sensor is very helpful as you navigate your way. There is plenty to read on the FAQ and elsewhere, I read it all twice and still find out new tidbits that I missed. Once understood "eureka" - even then there is always room for improvement unless you reach the pinnacle of being a tii guru. it is an elusive goal but at 63, i figure I can give it another 20 years before i give up have fun - that is what it is all about Jeff

My 68 2002 was Sahara - purchased in 1973 - totaled in 1975 - oh well Jeff

fun to watch - thanks for the link Jeff

356's are worth anywhere from 40 to 150k - when our cars get into that range we may be thinking twice about the effects of "upgrades" to our cars. Until then - have fun Jeff 74tii with 5 speed, power windows, power steering, euro bumpers and a great stereo - yahoo - I love it

wicker is very expensive =

I hate overspray on anything - with that said, whatever is left that hasn't been removed point out to your body shop that it is not to be painted. My pet peeve is the windshiled wiper motor - so many of them are sprayed body color, it makes me cringe good luck, you have a great project which is well on its way! Jeff

either parts are getting cheaper or margins are getting thinner. hopefully those that supply us with parts can continue to make a profit and not go out of business

cover the seats with "Rich Corinthian Leather"

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if I recall it was approx $1800. It has been almost 2 years since I purchased it. As stated above, I couldn't armstrong my car at the time of order so it was either letting it sit or having a driver. Jeff

I went through American Powertrain http://americanpowertrain.com/search.html?q=power+steering&go=Search it took many weeks for it to arrive but the kit was complete - the splines needed a light sanding to fit other than that it was a cook-book process Jeff

hey - I said don't shoot - I also drive a bone stock 46 Willys jeep - I am 63 years old and grew up in the golden age of cars. I get cars and I get simple upgrades that are easily reversable. I spin my own wrenches - and find that listening to Jerry Garcia while cruising is very satisfying

hmm - OK full disclosure. I also have a nice stereo system and power windows - phew, I feel better now I love my upgrades - each one is easily reversable and totally enjoyable everything else is stock - well I did do a big bumper conversion too this winter will be an O2 sensor The EZpower steering is controlled by a simple turn of a knob from zero impact to full power steering - kinda neat Jeff

OK - don't shoot I have one in my tii. It was a bit of a pain to install but not overly so. The size of the motor on the steering column makes getting the dash underpads bulge a little. My first reaction after installing it was - that wasn't worth the effort. Now that I have lived with it for a year, I am very happy. I do not have AC so I can't really answer your specific question about fitting or not. I ordered the unit when I was having severe back issues and steering was very difficult - thankfully back issues are resolved but as stated above, I am very happy I did it Jeff

great job, that was fun to watch - what are you using for a tranny and diff? Jeff

I think the question was not about the charger or where it was used before but whether or not he can plug his charger into his 02 lighter socket to charge like he did on his Porsche. Most of what I have read seems to indicate that it is best to disconnect the positive battery cable when charging the battery - therefore the answer would be no. On the other hand, I have no idea why it wouldn't work if the lighter is hot with the ignition off. Jeff

hmm - up here in NH it was cold and snowy earlier in the month but has now turned mild after a heavy rain. No salt on the roads, I may take her for a spin tomorrow - just for fun of course Jeff

perhaps one of those hand held steamers? http://www.amazon.com/Best-Sellers-Home-Kitchen-Handheld-Steamers/zgbs/home-garden/3303862011 Jeff

Steve - thanks for the info - that is exactly what I was thinking. I like the look of the tuck on the seat bases Jeff

Wow indeed - I might even add AC When and if I move away from stock on my tii, say 10 years from now, I will take a look at an electric option - oh the horrors!! all things considered, we may not have a choice Jeff

it would be great if someone could post pics of a WU seat as well as a GAHH seat. I have WU seats and wish they had more of a tucked look but they do not have any pull points on them to create a tucked look. hope this makes sense but I am trying to have a more defined seat shoulder by pulling the middle seat area down. I have also seen pics of seats with a pull running across the seat towards rhe rear that looks nice Jeff

I checked this morning - the posts are 83" apart. Let me know if you have any other questions Jeff

I love skinny tires, even have them on my old Jeep - OK - I better slow down on posting pictures now that I am enlightened Jeff

here is another pic with the lift up higher. the pump is not centered because the plow for my old Willys is in the way. if I recall it will go even higher but it is rare that I put it all the way up Jeff