WTB / Wanted: Frame for 01/82 BJ42

[SabreTooth]

I am starting to look for a frame for my 01/82 BJ42. I purchased the vehicle as a project in the Summer of '06. 6 weeks later, I had the roll bar punch through the rear wheel well of my other BJ40 and discovered that the rear tub behind the B-pillar was no longer attached in any way to the frame. Given that this is not really a safe vehicle and it was my daily driver, I then had 2 projects...

Cutting a long story short, the '82 BJ42 T-boned another vehicle that ran a junction before I bought it. The frame is bent and banana'd, the rear is rusted away. I thought I might be able to repair (I could) but it is more prudent to start looking for a new frame.

I'm looking for a straight frame from a diesel donor (preferably) of the same vintage. Surface rust is acceptable and I'd prefer a diamond in the raw as opposed to a tarted up frame. That way I can see the frame for what it is and I'll be doing my own restoration.

Here the starting point...



and yes, I know I have a lot of work to do...

I'm in no particular hurry as my 12/79 BJ40 is the current project.

Thanks. Regards,

[cruiser_guy]

If you think it could make it to Central America you could find a REALLY good rust free BJ40 frame. The frame under my B.C. registered BJ60 is totally rust free (equal to the JDM's that way)!

Labor is cheap here too.

[SabreTooth]

Hi cruiser_guy,

Thanks. I've seen you advocate a trip in lots of replies for parts wanted. The engine and drive-train in my 01/82 BJ42 are in awesome shape. I doubt it will pass any form of safety inspection though in its present state. That's the problem. It's REALLY rough.

I'm building an "expedition" vehicle so I might just come down to your neck of the woods one day to come "cruiser mining." A BJ43 or BJ45 "Troopie" would be on my wish list.

Regards