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UPDATE: **SOLD** Were $300.
After a closer look, it appears the serial number makes the DJ-3A a 1962 (#56337 22581).
“Here’s a rare 60/40 or split front seat out of my 1964 DJ3A. It needs restoration or recovering. My DJ3A was a surrey originally and you can see the original pink and white stripes under the tan. Frame has been repaired at some point. Perfect for your surrey restoration.”
Isn’t the larger seat for the driver or is that only on a CJ-3A Dispatcher?
Yes, you are correct. I just set them on the ground like that for the pictures. Sorry for the confusion. These were in my DJ3A when I got it. It’s a combination of parts. I am only assuming it was a surrey based on the color that is visible in some places, and the pink and white stripes on fabric under the tan. I included a picture of the serial number and data plates. I figured if anyone can identify it , it will certainly be from this site. Thanks
Mike, thanks for the note.
1) I took a closer look at the serial number. The serial number indicates your DJ-3A was manufactured in 1962 (http://www.jeepsurreygala.com/?page_id=5068), though it could have been sold in 1964.
2) To second Mike’s answer, the larger seat is on the driver’s side. I am not thrilled with this setup as I tend to sink towards the middle of that large seat when I’m driving my 1956 DJ-3A.
3) It seems possible that they were Surrey seats, but who knows for sure. I don’t know of any differences between the Surrey and non Surrey 2/3-1/3 seats, than the covers.
4) Side note: The rubber bottoms made for walkers fit nicely on the bottom of these seats and make a good, cheap replacement for the stock ones. Here’s a look at my seats (though I didn’t get a pic of the walker bottoms): http://www.ewillys.com/2017/05/22/fixing-pattersons-seat-mounts/
And a few more pics of Patterson: http://www.ewillys.com/2018/10/08/enjoying-patterson/
– Dave
Are these still available? I only need the smaller/passenger side but I’m interested. I didn’t see any contact info or price but the link seems to have been deleted so am I correct to assume they’re sold?
Edit: I do see the price but only need the one seat if willing to separate
Yes, they sold quickly….Thanks and good luck with your search.
Nick, are you needing the 1/3 DJ-3A seat or a 1/3 CJ-5 seat (not sure what the difference is on how the legs mount, but there could be a difference)?
– Dave
For example, this Tux Park 1/3 seat mounts on top of the jockey box: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/473624636455516/
DJ-3A’s have no jockey box, so the seat mount to pilots, that are then bolted to the floor (atop wood blocks), so it has longer legs: http://www.ewillys.com/wp-content/uploads2/2017/05/2017-05-20-seats6.jpg
– Dave
Mine is a 1959 DJ-3A and it’s actually a Gala/Surrey so these would have been perfect I believe. No jockey box
Nick, yes it sounds like they would have been perfect. If I spot any I will let you know.
– Dave
Thanks! If I don’t find them soon I may just put a lot of labor into mine to make them work. I appreciate the help and info!