Sat Feb 14 18:53:45 2009
craig 1x1 links on his buildup.

cut and paste links

http://www.altelco.net/~emenaker/jeep/cj10a/build_ideas/
http://jeepsunlimited.com/mambo2/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=44&Itemid=30
http://www.greatlakes4x4.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5453&d=1167356493
http://www.greatlakes4x4.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5452&d=1167356062
http://www.greatlakes4x4.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5414&d=1167191000
http://www.greatlakes4x4.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5413&d=1167190849
http://www.greatlakes4x4.com/showthread.php?t=27185&page=2
http://www.greatlakes4x4.com/showthread.php?t=62556
http://www.altelco.net/~emenaker/jeep/cj10a/offroad_project/bed_complete_2.jpg
http://www.altelco.net/~emenaker/jeep/cj10a/offroad_project/
http://www.altelco.net/~emenaker/jeep/cj10a/offroad_project/jcr_work_2.jpg
http://www.altelco.net/~emenaker/jeep/cj10a/offroad_project/jcr_work_9.jpg

I have decided to part ways with my CJ-10a Flightline Tow Tractor, and focus on other 
financial & Jeep priorities. You can view my comprehensive build thread HERE. 
There is also a lot of general CJ-10a history information in THIS TECH THREAD.

This tug is 95%+ rust-free. There are two very small holes in the passenger floorboard; 
one is the size of a pea, and one is about the diameter of my thumb. Both are an easy fix, 
and it's in amazing shape for the age. The frame is completely rust-free. The only 
mentionable rust is in the 50-year-old M-416 trailer bed floor. I planned on using it 
as-is for a year or two, then replacing the floor. I do have some nice replacement metal 
options that I can discuss with the buyer.

This is not a highway vehicle per se (due to the welded diff and bias-ply Swampers), 
but it drives nice & straight down the road, even up to 65 mph. This is without a 
steering dampener, and with the front swaybar disconnected. I have driven it on short 
stretches of highway, but mostly I have just driven it back & forth to work on surface 
streets a couple dozen times.

I got over 20 mpg around town, even with the unbalanced 34" bias-ply Swampers. I'm 
sure the mileage would be even better with a more street-friendly all-terrain tire.

Vehicle highlights:

    * CJ-10a 1/2 tub (99% rust-free)
    * Full hard doors
    * Removeable 1/2 steel hardtop
    * Rare 60/40 split bench seat with no tears
    * Auto tilt steering column
    * Rust free frame. Note that this is not a typical CJ frame, but rather a Full-size 
Jeep (FSJ) frame (only 50% thicker). Full-size axles will bolt into the front of this, 
if you're considering swapping in a set of old-school F-250 axles, for example. There is 
no need to outboard springs to accomplish this with this frame.
    * Nissan SD-33 6-cyl. diesel motor: 23K miles, runs great.
    * TF-727 auto transmission
    * Jeep NP-208 T-case: Works great, heavy-duty t-case from a full-size Jeep.
    * 4-wheel power disc brakes...stops on a dime
    * Professionally-rebuilt (by 2 Track Minds Offroad) Grand Wagoneer Dana 44 front 
axle (all new parts except low-mileage used ring & pinion)...$2000 rebuild (have receipt)
          o Low-mileage take-out Rubicon 4.10 R&P
          o Dana 44 install kit
          o Seals
          o Bearings/races
          o U-joints
          o Warn Premium Lock-out Hubs
          o Calipers
          o Pads
          o Rotors
          o Wheel Studs
          o Differential Cover
    * Isuzu Rodeo Dana 44 rear axle: 4.10 gears, rear disc brakes, 6 x 5.5" lug pattern, 
and it's ~58" wide WMS-to-WMS. Rear was welded by JCR Offroad.
    * Black 15" x 7" "steelie" wheels (blasted, POR-15'd, and topcoated with Krylon)
    * NEW (5) 34" x 9.5" TSL Swampers: Tires have 95-98% tread, and have only been wheeled 
once (no cuts). Spare was not new, but is in excellent condition.
    * NEW RCI 15-gallon fuel cell from Summit Racing
    * NEW Waggy front springs (2) for the rear of the Jeep.
    * NEW BJs Offroad H.D. front lift shackles
    * Shortened M-416 military trailer bed
    * 95.5" wheelbase (~1.5" longer than a CJ-7)
    * Rear bumper/crossmember, rear suspension fabwork professionally done by JCR Offroad.
    * Pintle hitch mounted to stock front bumper (not installed in pics below)
    * Once I get done scanning the hard copy, I can provide a complete CJ-10a Air Force 
Service/Parts manual on CD. This manual is invaluable for parts/service information.

$6020 (the $20 is to pay FlatFender off for a bet that I'd sell this before the snow flew)

NOTE: If you want bucket seats instead of the 60/40 split bench seat, we can negotiate a 
slightly lower price. I also have a Meyer Power Angle plow from my other '10a that will bolt 
onto this that I'd sell for a few hundred bucks more.

Please refrain from postings like "bummer to see you sell" or "you should keep it". I want to 
keep this thread clean and focused. Cash only; I'm not interested in any trades at the moment.

Thanks,
Craig