gauge of 1948 cj2a frame question

To sum up what I stated above:

Gauge as a measurement of sheet steel has been in use since 1893. 

 Again, I was told by people here that are far smarter than I, that “gauge” was not how metal was measured at Willys Overland in the 40s.  So, find a listing in the service manual that says a specific component was such and such “gauge”, then I will concede. 

CJ2a frame rails are, based on contemporary measurement, are 12 gauge pressed sheet and are reinforced in specific areas with boxing, applied strips of the same gauge sheet, and riveted gussets.

  No argument here.  That said, the service manual doesn’t say “gauge”.  The original poster asked what gauge?  I gave him an answer based on actual measurements taken from actual Jeeps.  I never suggested that a 3A frame was stronger.  I said it was a superior product.  So in the real world, if a product can be made just as strong and at a better cost, then how is that not superior?  In the manufacturer’s world, that is the holy grail we all hope to find.  Now we can pass that savings to our pocket or on to the consumer in the form of a lower price.

CJ2a frame rails after serial number 199079 are 9 gauge pressed sheet. 

 No. They are a MAXIMUM .01495”…as the service manual states.  Right?

CJ2a frames were directly used on the first CJ3a models and were later slightly modified to accommodate new fuel pumps and radiators. 

Not true.  At least not according to Bob Westerman’s book about the 3A.  Perhaps he is wrong.  Or the press release shown in his book bragging about the new improved windshield wiper system is wrong.  Can’t offer a new improved wiper system with a 2A frame.

The 1958 Service Manual Frame Specifications are correct. 

Yes, as I conceded.   This is an absurd way to capture a major change in the 2A frame without having to offer specifics of an early frame and a late frame.  I work in the steel door manufacturing industry.  All specs in my world (and frankly most industries using steel in manufacturing) list a minimum steel thickness in their requirements.  Not a Maximum.  Not an excuse.  I should pay better attention.    

The original question has been answered factually.  Yes it was…by me…in my first response.  Was it not?

I fear you were put off by my claim that the 3A is superior when compared to a 2A.  You don’t know me, so I should explain that I often attempt to goad my 2A friends into a friendly back and forth banter discussing the merits of both the 2A and the 3A.  It is always in fun and we all go away having a good laugh.  (Note my little winky guy at the end of my first statement.)  Bottom line, life is too short to be agitated over stuff like this.  So, if you see me post, just don’t open it.  And if you do open it, don’t get too sideways over it, just relax.  I might be trying to have a little fun.  Or, is it not okay to have a little fun?