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A Frame Off Restoration

October 2016
Phase IV Maintenance

Carb Fuel Connection

Oct/12/2016 Filed in: Phase IV
Fuel Lines
Completed the fuel line connection to the Carter WO Carburetor.

Replaced Solex Carb

Oct/10/2016 Filed in: Phase IV
Carter Cab
We replaced the loaner Solex Carburetor with the rebuilt period correct Carter WO Carburetor.

Water Pump Problem

Oct/08/2016 Filed in: Phase IV
WaterPump
The water pump was squeeling like a greased pig! It needed to be rebuilt. We sent it in to “Army Jeep Parts. Inc.” for a complete rebuild. It’s the best way to be sure the pump will fit properly.

Exhaust Leak

Oct/07/2016 Filed in: Phase IV
Exhaust Leak
We discovered an exhaust leak where the exhaust pipe joins the manifold. You can see the carbon residue on the gasket.
1953 M38A1 Navy Jeep

Phase IV Maintenance

Maintenance is an ongoing activity. It’s the best part of the restoration project. It is gratifying to fix something and then take the jeep for a test drive. It only gets better from this point!

Click the Phase IV link below and scroll to the bottom to see the progression.