Sixty-seven pattern Jeep progress log

[maple_leaf_eh]

What is that object behind the driver's seat back? An upright fire extinguisher mount maybe? The common service mount was a cage affair on the dash, maybe between the seats or on the transmission hump, and infrequently anywhere in the back.

It that is a loose piece of Boob's junk sitting there so it is off the ground, never mind.

[servicepub (RIP)]

Originally Posted by maple_leaf_eh

What is that object behind the driver's seat back? An upright fire extinguisher mount maybe? The common service mount was a cage affair on the dash, maybe between the seats or on the transmission hump, and infrequently anywhere in the back.

Good eyes. It is indeed a fire extinguisher bracket. There is another on the dash itself.

As to the GPMG mount, I don't think that I will invest in one at this time.

[Gunner]

Hi Clive/Terry:

The details are not great in the photo but I suspect from the profile that the thingie behind the driver's seat in Clive's jeep is in fact a decontamination bottle bracket. These became all the rage for a while when some keen staff officer in NDHQ pushed hard to have every vehicle and trailer fitted with at least one bottle.

Cheers! Mike

[rob love]

Originally Posted by maple_leaf_eh

What is that object behind the driver's seat back? An upright fire extinguisher mount maybe? The common service mount was a cage affair on the dash, maybe between the seats or on the transmission hump, and infrequently anywhere in the back.

It that is a loose piece of Boob's junk sitting there so it is off the ground, never mind.

As was mentioned by Mike, the bracket was for the decam bottle. I just picked a few up the other week. Here is what they look like:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...nfield0006.jpg

[servicepub (RIP)]

Rob,
Can you set one aside for me? I would take the one without bracket.
Cheers
Clive

[rob love]

I sure can Clive. I picked up a spare or two.

[maple_leaf_eh]

After a summer under tarps, the Jeep has been moved under cover. The weather is changing, the light goes out earlier, and the next step just a bit too much for me to tackle kneeling on a gravel driveway.

So, I built two more arches out of rough 1x6 boards and extended my 'Montreal Driveway Shelter' about 8 feet. I lashed a matching white tarp to the back end of the existing roof. Since I'd gathered a number of big Corplast election signs over the past while, I laid them as flooring and pushed the Jeep inside. I'll rig up some halogen worklamps, an electrical extension cord. I am quite pleased with myself.

Who in Ottawa can help me troubleshoot my fuel supply and get the engine turning over? Donuts and coffee , a mostly full downstairs beer fridge , outdoor smoking area ...

[RHClarke]

Originally Posted by maple_leaf_eh

...Who in Ottawa can help me troubleshoot my fuel supply and get the engine turning over? Donuts and coffee , a mostly full downstairs beer fridge , outdoor smoking area ...

Without reading all of the details already posted, I have a few questions:
Did you pull the tank and clean it out?
New lines and filter?
Is the fuel pump OK?

There are more than a few jeep experts kicking around the local area - I am sure they can be lured out of the woods with the beer enticement. In any case, the Rotters can help with the beer fridge thing!

Good luck.

[servicepub (RIP)]

Originally Posted by RHClarke

In any case, the Rotters can help with the beer fridge thing!

Not to hijack the thread but is it not time for the Rotters to gather for a ogle-fest chez Gracie's?

[maple_leaf_eh]

Originally Posted by RHClarke

Without reading all of the details already posted, I have a few questions:

Did you pull the tank and clean it out?
New lines and filter?
Is the fuel pump OK?

These are the Apprentice Motor Mechanic questions I need. I'll report back.

The sender unit on the tank was removed and replaced once upon a time. Some of the little screws are missing.

The lines have been disconnected and exposed to the air. Other than blowing out the spider eggs, and reconnecting the ends, why replace them?

Hmm, fuel pump? Hafta go read the manual to see whether it is in the tank or in the engine compartment.