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cj5 help

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by twcj8, Apr 27, 2011.

  1. twcj8

    twcj8 New Member

    I come across a cj5 frame & needing help to determind what year. Has the three mounts down the outside of the frame for the puck style body mounts. Also the 2 in the rear & 1 under the radiator. Has the dana 30 frt but drum breaks, so 78? Disk brakes standard on 79 & newer, right? Looking to try order a lift kit. Thanks, tw
     
    twcj8, Apr 27, 2011
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  2. Chris Wilson

    Chris Wilson New Member

    Check the width of the leaf springs. If they are 1.75" then it is a '75 or older. I believe '76 and newer are 2.5" wide.

    -Chris
     
    Chris Wilson, Apr 27, 2011
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  3. twcj8

    twcj8 New Member

    Well they measure 1 15/16", so maybe it's pre 76. Think I'll just get a YJ 2.5" lift kit & enjoy the ride. Was going to put a later model 30 w/disk brakes & power sterring anyway. Thanks for the info though. tw
     
    twcj8, Apr 27, 2011
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  4. bigjohn

    bigjohn Active Member

    Is it boxed to the rear of the frame horns? If so it is 76 and later. The springs will 1 3/4" on 75 and earlier. The later models use a 2" in the front and 2.5" rear spring.
     
    bigjohn, Apr 27, 2011
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  5. twcj8

    twcj8 New Member

    Ok, here I go again. Has to be a 76 and up; rear 2.5", frt. 2" is boxed behind the frame horns. Thanks Bigjohn for the info. See you are in Wa., my son is stationed @ Oak Harbor, Wa. Just completed his 18yr. w/Uncle Sam, signed up for 3 more. thanks again, tw
     
    twcj8, Apr 29, 2011
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