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1065396 The main problem that you will run into trying to fit wide-track axles under a quadratrac CJ is that (if I'm not mistaken) one of your diffs is off center, whereas both diffs are centered on non-quadratrac CJs. As far as stability/traction is concerned, it makes sense that your old Jeep...

1065398 Every in a while when I'm bored I'll build a new Wrangler on the jeep.com site... anyway, I think that there is a wheel upgrade option listed there... I could be wrong though.[addsig]

1065403 It would be impossible to get going in first or reverse, but yes you can do it. I sincerely doubt that its good for the clutch or transmission though.[addsig]

1065423 If you've got a timing light handy it couldnt hurt to hook it up to each wire to see if they're firing before you go out and buy plus/wires/cap/rotor... I read your post about the engine running really rough suddenly... it reminds me of when the harmonic balancer went on my old ford...

1065617 I would wanna know if the ratios match or not... a lot of people seem to think that an AMC20 with 1-piece shafts is just as strong as a 44... on those wagoneers one of the diffs is offset I think... I can't remember if its the front or the rear. jim[addsig]

1058532 If you're talking about buying a complete aftermarket top, then yes, the tops are the same dimensions... the only issue you might run into is if you need soft doors as well. Earlier CJ7s had a different latch design, while the later ones have the same striker as a YJ. Now if you're...

1058535 I'm pretty sure that cherokee's came with either an AX-5, a BA 10/5 or a AX-15 actually... I'm not sure those shifters are compatable with a T-5[addsig]

1055731 rest assured that if its stock, it is a t-176... it was the only manual available behind the 304 in 80[addsig]

1061717 Definately look for an original drivetrain if your state is tough with emissions. Here in Virginia, you can't even swap the carb out. If its an original engine, look for a number stamped on top near the exhaust manifold that's usually the year prior to the jeep's model year (mine has...

1040488 It looks pretty good for $5300 to me... pictures don't always tell everything though. Take a look behind that diamond plating on the sides (as well under the carpet if you haven't already) to see if it's hiding anything. I'm guessing that a fair amount of body work has been done on...

1040491 As far as trouble spots for rust are concerned... the main areas to worry about would be in front of the rear fenders, the floor pans and on the back near the frame mounts and tailgate hinges (if it has a tailgate). The Laredo package was just one of the trim packages that you could...

1040555 Hmm... 72 was the first year for AMC and the 84" wheelbase if I'm not mistaken... so there shouldn't be much difference between a 76 and a 72 CJ-5... BUT, 76 was the first year of the CJ-7... are you sure that the side panels you found were for a CJ-5?[addsig]

1040558 I've got a hard top, hard doors and a soft top and soft doors and I can tell you that although the hard top does take up some space in my back yard most of the time, I'm definately glad I have it for the colder months (I generally put the hard top on in November and take it off some...

1040575 Does it have a suspension and or shackle lift? How big are the tires? I would start off by checking your steering components out for looseness or play (tie rods, ball joints, etc.). If it does have a lift check to see if it needs a dropped pitman arm, in other words, are the two...

1040767 I've heard of a lot of guys swapping on motorcraft 2100's... haven't done it myself, but here's a link with some info... Motorcraft 2100 You might want to make sure that your jeep isn't going to have any problems passing an emissions inspection if you have them in your state. Or...

1041120 Bestop sells soft tops that will fit your CJ with hard doors[addsig]

1041671 I checked the cap and wires when it died and nothing was really wet at all under the hood. I didn't drive it through a big puddle and it hasn't done it since. As far as the BBD is concerned, I've been fairly lucky with mine... don't get me wrong, its can tempermental at times, but...

1046795 Well at the very least this guy seems like he's being honest... the pictures are fairly vague though, I think that you will have to get a good look at this one up close to make sure that it is ok structurally and mechanically. I don't think that 3k is a bad price for a CJ in fair...

1046798 Your CJ-7 would probably be considered rarer if it was a 76-79... because I think that all the autos from those years had quadratrac. However, that does not mean that a quadratrac-equipped CJ-7 would be more desireable. Those drivetrains are not considered as durable, and I think that...

1046803 I agree... I never lock my doors either just to make sure someone doesn't get impatient and cut through a window or something... Its better just to keep nothing of value in there and allow easy access. This past summer, someone went through my CJ for the first time since I've had it...