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Carl 07-13-2006 01:36 PM

76 CJ5
 
I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a holley
2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.

How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
reliable? How user serviceable is it?

My previous Jeeps were:

89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)

I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.

I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.

I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
know a decent amount about 'em.

YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.

Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?

Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?

Any help would be great.

Carl





Mike Romain 07-13-2006 01:59 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
me.

They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
but even the 6 is a powerhouse.

Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)

Carl wrote:
>
> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a holley
> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
>
> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
>
> My previous Jeeps were:
>
> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
>
> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
>
> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
>
> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
> know a decent amount about 'em.
>
> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
>
> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
>
> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
>
> Any help would be great.
>
> Carl


Mike Romain 07-13-2006 01:59 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
me.

They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
but even the 6 is a powerhouse.

Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)

Carl wrote:
>
> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a holley
> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
>
> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
>
> My previous Jeeps were:
>
> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
>
> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
>
> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
>
> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
> know a decent amount about 'em.
>
> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
>
> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
>
> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
>
> Any help would be great.
>
> Carl


Mike Romain 07-13-2006 01:59 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
me.

They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
but even the 6 is a powerhouse.

Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)

Carl wrote:
>
> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a holley
> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
>
> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
>
> My previous Jeeps were:
>
> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
>
> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
>
> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
>
> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
> know a decent amount about 'em.
>
> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
>
> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
>
> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
>
> Any help would be great.
>
> Carl


Carl 07-13-2006 02:02 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
Mike,

Thanks for the advice.

What is the difference between a CJ5 and a CJ7?
I would be planning a Spring-over and 35's if I bought that CJ.
Can the AMC20 and the CJ D30 handle 35's? (Locked rear, open front).
Is the front passenger side drop?
Can the D300, D20, and D18 t-cases all be clocked to handle driver's side
drop?

Thanks,

Carl


"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:44B68A1F.73FA70E0@sympatico.ca...
> CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
> pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
> manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
> for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
> by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
> me.
>
> They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
> The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
> but even the 6 is a powerhouse.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> Carl wrote:
>>
>> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
>> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a
>> holley
>> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
>> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
>>
>> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
>> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
>> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
>> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
>>
>> My previous Jeeps were:
>>
>> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
>> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
>> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
>> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
>>
>> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
>> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
>>
>> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
>> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
>>
>> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
>> know a decent amount about 'em.
>>
>> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
>>
>> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
>>
>> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
>>
>> Any help would be great.
>>
>> Carl




Carl 07-13-2006 02:02 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
Mike,

Thanks for the advice.

What is the difference between a CJ5 and a CJ7?
I would be planning a Spring-over and 35's if I bought that CJ.
Can the AMC20 and the CJ D30 handle 35's? (Locked rear, open front).
Is the front passenger side drop?
Can the D300, D20, and D18 t-cases all be clocked to handle driver's side
drop?

Thanks,

Carl


"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:44B68A1F.73FA70E0@sympatico.ca...
> CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
> pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
> manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
> for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
> by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
> me.
>
> They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
> The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
> but even the 6 is a powerhouse.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> Carl wrote:
>>
>> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
>> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a
>> holley
>> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
>> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
>>
>> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
>> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
>> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
>> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
>>
>> My previous Jeeps were:
>>
>> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
>> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
>> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
>> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
>>
>> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
>> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
>>
>> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
>> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
>>
>> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
>> know a decent amount about 'em.
>>
>> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
>>
>> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
>>
>> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
>>
>> Any help would be great.
>>
>> Carl




Carl 07-13-2006 02:02 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
Mike,

Thanks for the advice.

What is the difference between a CJ5 and a CJ7?
I would be planning a Spring-over and 35's if I bought that CJ.
Can the AMC20 and the CJ D30 handle 35's? (Locked rear, open front).
Is the front passenger side drop?
Can the D300, D20, and D18 t-cases all be clocked to handle driver's side
drop?

Thanks,

Carl


"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:44B68A1F.73FA70E0@sympatico.ca...
> CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
> pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
> manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
> for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
> by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
> me.
>
> They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
> The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
> but even the 6 is a powerhouse.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
>
> Carl wrote:
>>
>> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
>> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a
>> holley
>> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
>> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
>>
>> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
>> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
>> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
>> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
>>
>> My previous Jeeps were:
>>
>> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
>> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
>> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
>> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
>>
>> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
>> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
>>
>> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
>> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
>>
>> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
>> know a decent amount about 'em.
>>
>> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
>>
>> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
>>
>> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
>>
>> Any help would be great.
>>
>> Carl




Mike Romain 07-13-2006 02:36 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
The CJ5 is shorter for starts. They were built tough with a passenger
side driveshaft setup. Most of the old gear t-cases can be clocked, but
why? Putting Yuppie Jeep parts into a CJ doesn't really work,
especially a 5.

Mike

Carl wrote:
>
> Mike,
>
> Thanks for the advice.
>
> What is the difference between a CJ5 and a CJ7?
> I would be planning a Spring-over and 35's if I bought that CJ.
> Can the AMC20 and the CJ D30 handle 35's? (Locked rear, open front).
> Is the front passenger side drop?
> Can the D300, D20, and D18 t-cases all be clocked to handle driver's side
> drop?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Carl
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:44B68A1F.73FA70E0@sympatico.ca...
> > CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
> > pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
> > manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
> > for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
> > by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
> > me.
> >
> > They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
> > The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
> > but even the 6 is a powerhouse.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
> >
> > Carl wrote:
> >>
> >> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
> >> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a
> >> holley
> >> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
> >> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
> >>
> >> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
> >> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
> >> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
> >> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
> >>
> >> My previous Jeeps were:
> >>
> >> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
> >> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
> >> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
> >> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
> >>
> >> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
> >> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
> >>
> >> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
> >> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
> >>
> >> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
> >> know a decent amount about 'em.
> >>
> >> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
> >>
> >> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
> >>
> >> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
> >>
> >> Any help would be great.
> >>
> >> Carl


Mike Romain 07-13-2006 02:36 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
The CJ5 is shorter for starts. They were built tough with a passenger
side driveshaft setup. Most of the old gear t-cases can be clocked, but
why? Putting Yuppie Jeep parts into a CJ doesn't really work,
especially a 5.

Mike

Carl wrote:
>
> Mike,
>
> Thanks for the advice.
>
> What is the difference between a CJ5 and a CJ7?
> I would be planning a Spring-over and 35's if I bought that CJ.
> Can the AMC20 and the CJ D30 handle 35's? (Locked rear, open front).
> Is the front passenger side drop?
> Can the D300, D20, and D18 t-cases all be clocked to handle driver's side
> drop?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Carl
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:44B68A1F.73FA70E0@sympatico.ca...
> > CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
> > pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
> > manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
> > for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
> > by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
> > me.
> >
> > They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
> > The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
> > but even the 6 is a powerhouse.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
> >
> > Carl wrote:
> >>
> >> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
> >> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a
> >> holley
> >> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
> >> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
> >>
> >> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
> >> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
> >> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
> >> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
> >>
> >> My previous Jeeps were:
> >>
> >> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
> >> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
> >> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
> >> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
> >>
> >> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
> >> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
> >>
> >> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
> >> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
> >>
> >> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
> >> know a decent amount about 'em.
> >>
> >> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
> >>
> >> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
> >>
> >> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
> >>
> >> Any help would be great.
> >>
> >> Carl


Mike Romain 07-13-2006 02:36 PM

Re: 76 CJ5
 
The CJ5 is shorter for starts. They were built tough with a passenger
side driveshaft setup. Most of the old gear t-cases can be clocked, but
why? Putting Yuppie Jeep parts into a CJ doesn't really work,
especially a 5.

Mike

Carl wrote:
>
> Mike,
>
> Thanks for the advice.
>
> What is the difference between a CJ5 and a CJ7?
> I would be planning a Spring-over and 35's if I bought that CJ.
> Can the AMC20 and the CJ D30 handle 35's? (Locked rear, open front).
> Is the front passenger side drop?
> Can the D300, D20, and D18 t-cases all be clocked to handle driver's side
> drop?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Carl
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:44B68A1F.73FA70E0@sympatico.ca...
> > CJ's are pretty basic vehicles that are easy to fix. You can get
> > pre-made harness for them from several companies and the cheap Haynes
> > manual has excellent wiring diagrams for them. They use a GM harness
> > for the lights. I changed most of the sockets and connections on mine
> > by soldering new ones in from a full sized GM van harness some one gave
> > me.
> >
> > They are a lot of fun, they turn on a dime and go like a scalded cat.
> > The power to weight ratio is pretty good on that small CJ5 - V8 combo,
> > but even the 6 is a powerhouse.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
> >
> > Carl wrote:
> >>
> >> I'm looking at a 76 CJ5 for real cheap. It's got the AMC 304. It has some
> >> new parts and apparently runs well. The carb has been 'upgraded' to a
> >> holley
> >> 2bbl. It will need a starter, exhaust, and a wiring harness. The wiring
> >> harness is the big ? for me, since I don't know how bad it is.
> >>
> >> How can I tell if the t-case is a D300, 20, or 18?
> >> Did all v-8 CJ's get the AMC20?.
> >> I know the AMC 304 sucks as far as power/performance, but is it pretty
> >> reliable? How user serviceable is it?
> >>
> >> My previous Jeeps were:
> >>
> >> 89 YJ, SOA on 33's. 4cyl, 5spd (rip)
> >> 99 TJ, stock on 31's. 6cyl, 5spd(rip)
> >> 89 XJ 2" bb on 30's 6cyl, 5spd(mom's daily driver now!)
> >> 91 XJ 3.5" RE on 31's, 6cyl AT(rip)
> >>
> >> I'm on the hunt for a new Jeep, and am looking at CJ's, YJ's and XJ's. I
> >> like the CJ's, especially the t-case and rear.
> >>
> >> I really don't know a lot about CJs, as they are a much different animal
> >> than YJ-XJ-ZJ-TJ-MJ.
> >>
> >> I like XJ's because they are comfortable, cheap, and pretty tough. I also
> >> know a decent amount about 'em.
> >>
> >> YJ's are the same as XJ's for my likes, except they are not cheap.
> >>
> >> Am I getting in over my head here with an old CJ?
> >>
> >> Anyone know anyone selling an old XJ-YJ-CJ?
> >>
> >> Any help would be great.
> >>
> >> Carl



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