Willys MB

[cripp]

As this was lost in the metdown I thought I'd post again.

Here's what I started with in February.

 

 

First job was to get it painted.

 

 

Next up, pick up the donor vehicle, and start stripping it down.

 

 

Got it all stripped and got the axles and springs cleaned up ready for putting on the new chassis.

 

 

Axles and springs on the new chassis.

 

 

Next job was to change the thrust bearing as the old one sounded like a kids rattle.

 

 

Engine and gearboxes bolted in place

 

[cripp]

Next major job was the tub, so off to Telford for a repro. They well packaged if nothing else.

 

Test fitting.

 

 

Got the underneath seam sealed and sprayed ready for fitting.

 

 

Interior was sprayed while on the floor as it was easier to get to the underside of the dash. Then the fitting started.

 

[cripp]

These repro tubs aren't a perfect fit but they're not that far off. Lots of holes have to be drilled. Luckily I was lent a side panel as a template.

 

I made a template for the other side.

 

 

Some holes are gustimates, and I made some mistakes.:argh:

 

Do out with the welder and get repairing.

 

 

More to come

[abn deuce]

Well done and when you get that one finished you will be an expert on how to install those repro. tubs . I m sure others doing simular restorations will be very interested in your experiances. They should at least provide you with all the cuppa's when you visit them .

[Lord Burley]

That is looking lovely.

[Rick W]

Nice job, Im torn between repairing my scripted ford tub or getting a repro. Why did you go down the repro route?

[cripp]

:tup:: Thanks for the comments. The reason I went for the repro is because my old tub is Ford. If I had an original tub in need of repair I haven't got the room or the skills to do it.

[Mark]

Very, Very nice work Paul will look good at Mustard's this year

[cripp]

Cheers Mark, I'll try and get there, still a few jobs to do.

[sirhc]

Paul,

 

Since you've used another chassis, and another tub, what was the point of the donor jeep? Wouldn't it have worked out cheaper to sell that one and buy the bits to build the other one?

 

Chris

[Joris]

Great work, it sure looks like you are doing a good job!

[cripp]

Thanks Joris.

 

Chris,

I looked into that option but it wasn't the best route money wise. The engine is a 1943 one and was rebuilt a couple of years ago so I know it's good. Finding another one and getting it to that condition wouldn't be cheap. The gearbox and transfer box were done at the same time so I know they're good.

I sold the chassis for almost the cost of the new one so no great expense there. The body kit was £1200. That is the majority of the cost. By the time I sell any spares that cost will come down.

Edited June 2, 2008 by cripp

[cripp]

More holes marked and drilled.

 

Parts fitted and a few coats of OD

 

Most of the holes in the dash are pre drilled but typically they are too small. I found the best way to bring them up to size was to go around them with a de-burring tool. Took a while but gave an even finish. If I'd have done it with a file I would probably end up with an egg shaped hole.

 

 

Got some data plates stamped from Robert DeRuyter so they were fitted next.

 

 

I had to get a new drivers seat. The couriers did a good job of bending it so that needed straightening before spraying and fitting.

 

[cripp]

Time for stencils and paint mask's for the hood numbers. Fiddly things but with a bit of patience I got them done. One of those jobs were 2 good hands would come in handy. (see what I did there):-D

 

 

Obviously I've skipped through the build as there was a lot more done than I've shown here. Had the MOT last Tuesday and went over to the DVLA on Friday. I'd only just started filling in the form when they called my number. 15 minutes later I had a tax disc and reg number. I think it helped that I had a few photo's with me. So off home to make some plates up and gave it a test run on Sunday. Found the manifold is blowing at the bottom. Have to sort that tomorrow. As I said this is a brief summary of the job, there was a lot more involved and still a few jobs to do. Here's how it turned out.

 

I'm very happy with how it's turned out. Need to get the odd jobs finished and get using it, If you're interested there's more pictures here

[Guest catweazle (Banned Member)]

Well done great job,in such limited space,wouldnt have the patience now.:cool2:

[snowtracdave]

:bow::bow::bow:

[Nick Johns]

Its looking good Paul, my MB rebuild has slowed, but should be back on track with some pics soon.

What/whose paint did you use? it looks like the shade of OD I wanted, not really happy with the colour I've got

[cripp]

Thanks fella's.

Nick, I used Tony Sudds' Mat1. Sprayed as is, no thinning.

[abn deuce]

Out standing job!!!!

[Joris]

It looks outstanding, well done!! Are you allowed to drive with those tags?

[cripp]

:thanx:

 

Joris, I haven't had a problem with those type of plates in the last 3 years.

[TooTallMike]

:thanx:

 

Joris, I haven't had a problem with those type of plates in the last 3 years.

In that case I'd say you've been exceptionally fortunate :police: :nono:.

 

Lovely work on the Jeep! One question - why do MD Juan not pre-drill all those holes?

[Guest catweazle (Banned Member)]

I must be missing something what plates we talking and whats the problem.Holes ,must be difficult to get all the swarf out,dont take much to start the grott.

[cripp]

In that case I'd say you've been exceptionally fortunate :police: :nono:.

 

Lovely work on the Jeep! One question - why do MD Juan not pre-drill all those holes?

 

If I get any grief from dibble I'll have to knock up some black and white ones. No idea why MDwrong (as they're sometimes known) don't drill all the holes. They drill the back panel except for the jerry can holder, spare wheel carrier and reflectors. The hole for the trailer socket is drilled but not the 4 bolt holes around it. The holes for the rear corner handle are drilled on the rear panel but not on the side. The footman loops for the axe and shovel straps are pre fitted, but not the axe bracket. Shovel head bracket holes are pre drilled and the windshield brackets are pre fitted. I had to take those off as the angle on them was wrong. Also where the screen hold down hooks are drilled in the dash need some fettling.

 

Other than that they're perfect.:whistle:

[cripp]

I must be missing something what plates we talking and whats the problem.Holes ,must be difficult to get all the swarf out,dont take much to start the grott.

 

These plates