Jeep Engine Overheating

My 1946 Willys CJ2A engine is overheating on the road. Analyzing the problem led me down several paths with many solutions. The first thing we do is restore the damaged and missing parts and replace them with the proper parts to bring the Willys Jeep back to how it left the factory.

[@8855584]

Thanks for posting this. I'll be doing the cooling on my '47 this summer. Looking forward to your next vid.

[@rusttooresurrection813]

Thanks JW. Hope it all helps. I learned a lot about these old jeeps working this problem.

[@cliftonmoran1089]

It seems like these old flat heads seem to have issues with overheating. It took me awhile to get my 42 to run at a temp. that I feel comfortable taking it out on hot days. My problem was mainly due to a couple of clogged tubes in the radiator. Everytime l see pics or videos of jeeps with all kind of things strapped to the front bumper I can't help but think how they aren't overheating .

[@rusttooresurrection813]

Agreed...it is the nature of the beast. These are tremendously robust little engines...but they need to be treated with respect for sure. Remember the US military used them effectively in the deserts during WWII

[@EarlShedlock]

GOOD INFO .

[@rusttooresurrection813]

Thanks Earl

[@kon578]

Great video.

[@rusttooresurrection813]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Lancetheangler]

Do you know why my willys cj3b keeps overheating??

[@rusttooresurrection813]

Obviously without being there I cant know. Things to check (from my experience), is the radiator in good condition? It can become clogged over time. Is there a thermostat in the housing? Are the hoses in good condition? Is there a fan shroud? Are the felt radiator deflectors still installed or missing. Timing could be off. I did several vids describing my journey to cool my cj2.