1952 Willys Overland 4x4 Truck - Part 10, Tailgate and Brakes

1952 Willys Overland Jeep Truck, Part 10;
Tailgate repair, metal fabrication, tailgate latch, tailgate chains and hooks, inspecting the brakes, brake drum puller, front brakes, rear brakes, brake pads, wheel cylinder, axle key, brake light switch, master cylinder, annealing copper washers, anneal copper. #willysjeep
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[@dirtbag7921]

Nice work on the tailgate. Love the longer episode.

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Thanks. The longer episode was fun.

[@dennismilburn444]

You did the right procedure by NOT trying to pull drum off by pulling on the edge of the drum. I put enough pressure on a small engine flywheel doing that to bend the fly wheel trying to get it off. I have to add that the flywheel probably hadn't been off since it was new in 1946.

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Yes. Although I have never had that happen to me, I was aware of the possibility. Those drums were really on there tight!

[@bkrefting5225]

Old Chrysler rear drums are built the same way. I've seen many struggles. You got through this one, but I have some tips for viewers who are facing more stubborn circumstances.
1) The tool you bought is the right one. There are others that are very similar, and they're good too, but it has to be heavy.
2) Grease the threads on the puller tool. This reduces parasitic friction and pulls more efficiently.
3) The anvil head has two pads. Use them both at the same time with two similar hammers (big ones).
4) Put a lot of heat on the hubs. Tension them with the puller, then torch them good and they'll pop.
5) Be careful with the wheel studs. Replacements might not be available (crazy but true).

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Good advice! Thank you.

[@vicferrari9380]

Nice work sir. Might I suggest checking out the old Willys forum. They know more about Willys rigs than Willys did.

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Thank you. I bet they do!

[@duginvirginia5737]

Awesome fabrication work on that tailgate latch ! Perfect !!

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Thank you!

[@changingground]

It’s been a lot of years, but I’m pretty sure that the method taught to me in 1970s shop class (for removing, and resetting the big nut) was the chisel technique.

[@Barnsbergh]

Recently puchased an Overland pickup, starting the restoration, these vodeos will surely help me a lot , thanks

[@GeorgeStubbert]

Great job on the tailgate! Brake drum and shoes look great 👍

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Thanks!

[@annafraley5388]

Good job, on the welding also..✅
BTW, we always have used bicycle tubes to cut to length and slid them over the chain 12:44 to keep them from clanking the tailgates of old pickups…!!! 👍👏🥳

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Good idea. Thanks!

[@Country-Marshal]

Obviously, you're a man of many talents. Excellent job. Eagerly waiting for the next episode.

[@joshuacooper2645]

Love it! That brake info is very helpful

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Great, thank you!

[@Wheels_of_Interest.]

Good work Erik, you've got a nice
interesting project there 👍

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Thanks!

[@natesteiner5460]

There should be flat washers behind the shock absorber split pins. It's a PITA to compress the shock bushings but the split pins will cut the bushings. I'm local to you and can lend the tool to make this easier if you wish.

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Thanks. Doesn’t seem like there’s room for a washer but I will look at them again tomorrow.

[@martinsreliquias1614]

Like and subscription! 👍

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Welcome and thank you!

[@richardowens9170]

Tailgate repair and "distressed" paint job were very impressive work! BTW, what model welding helmet did you get? And what settings did you use on your welder on that thin tailgate metal? Cheers.

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Thanks Richard. Helmet is a Hobart No. 9-13. My welder is an older model Hobart handler 125. Wire feed about 30. Voltage switching between setting 2 and 3. It required a light touch for sure.

[@vicferrari9380]

I know your not a Willys guy. I want to say that that style tailgate is highly sought after by enthusiasts. The WO stamped gate is a favorite to be stolen. You may want to make it as difficult and noisy as you can to get it back off.

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Ok. Thank you.

[@VWNate1]

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[@dirtbag7921]

Nice work on the tailgate. Love the longer episode.

[@AntiqueCarsandStuff]

Thanks! I enjoyed the longer video myself.