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Fitting in a CJ5

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by hayekfan, Feb 10, 2011.

  1. hayekfan

    hayekfan 1967 CJ5, V6, OD

    This topic occasionally gets discussed, so I thought I'd relate my experience. I have a stock '67 CJ5 with stock wheel and currently a soft top. I weigh 230 lbs and am 6 ft. With a little squeezing and technique and can get in and out without too much drama. I have narrow hips, which might make it easier.

    Once in, there's enough room, the wheel doesn't touch and leg room is adequate (it's a Jeep).

    I've seen people show notching the wheel well. For me, this is not necessary.
     
    hayekfan, Feb 10, 2011
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  2. mdmeltdown

    mdmeltdown Member

    Fitting in a cj5 is like the back seat of a limo compared to an MB/GPW. I am pretty sure a cj5 has about the most room of all the older jeeps. Most of the fenderwell mods are for CJ2A's, MB's, etc
     
    mdmeltdown, Feb 10, 2011
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  3. dvw86

    dvw86 Member

    Yep, my buddy just went from a CJ2A to a CJ5. All he can talk about is how much more leg room he has now.
     
    dvw86, Feb 10, 2011
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  4. 57cj5

    57cj5 Member

    I notched my wheel wells. I am not 6 ft, but I love the room. It even looks stock. Maybe I am just used to driving more modern cars with plenty of leg room. I think it was one of the better mods I had done to my 57 CJ5.
     
    57cj5, Feb 11, 2011
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  5. windyhill

    windyhill Sponsor

    I'm 6'3" 220, No notch and I fit in my 3B and early cj5 just fine. I fit in the 2A as well but I do notice the diff for sure.
     
    windyhill, Feb 13, 2011
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