Start of another project
CJ-2A
- history
'48 Pickup
- history
- rescue
- tinkering
Not much progress has been made on this truck. We found the engine was frozen, which wasn't good news right off the bat. All 4 psitons appear stuck, and the valves are a mess.
Right now, we are deciding what to do, and where to begin. We're leaning towards a professional engine rebuild, which shouldn't be too expensive.
It was unfortunate, but some vandals broke out every bit of glass in the truck - windshield, mirrors, windows, even the guages were smashed. It's a wonder that no one took a shot at the radiator which appears to be in excellent shape.
The interior isn't pretty, full of pine needles and years of grime.
The body appears sound showing VERY little rust; remarkable considering it sat outside for decades.
A view of the frozen pistons. Not a pretty site. Looks like an overbore will be necessary.
More will be posted as progress is made.
