CJ2A to CJ3B

[bmcgc]

Im looking at a 47 CJ2a , its priced right.

I really want a CJ3b , Im tying to figure out if its feasible to drop the 3B body on the 2A frame. I know that with enough $ anything is possible, but that doesnt mean its cost effective.

I once possesed this knowledge, but Ive been out of Jeeps for about 20 years, went to muscle cars for a few years, motorcycles for about 15 years, now Im thinking about going back to Jeeps.

The 2A body is shot so it needs a rebody, hense the price is right. If I remember correctly the overall length is the same but the 3B body is wider. I dont remember if the frames have different widths or not.

 

[Sasquach]

The 3b body is not any wider than the 2a, the main difference is the taller hood, grill and cowl to accept the taller Huricane F head engine.
For 3b info go to:
The CJ3B Page

 

[bmcgc]

My wife had always wanted a Jeep. When we married she had a 04 Rubicon, I didnt like it the PO put a body lift on it and a few other mods so I talked her into selling it and buying a Solstice.

Shes into the idea of a classic CJ build and wants to drive it as well. As we have been discussing this I found that there are alot of things she doesnt know. She wasnt real pleased when I informed her there was no ps or pb, and the 5.38s would limit top speed.

So I got to thinking about all the trashed Bronco IIs that have about the same track as an early CJ, plus they have ps, pdb, street gears, and a 5speed.

A quick look on Craigslist and there are a few local for under $500.

Are Bronco II drivetrains a common swap into the early CJ's?

I know that some people will look at modifying these early Jeeps as a crime, but the one I have my eye on is a basket case and they made so many of them I dont think this one will be missed. Plus in Georgia they dont issue titles for vehicles over 25 years old, all I need is a bill of sale and a vin.