cj5 Driveline

[Molson]

So I will not make a long story, but I am trying to make a CJ5 daily driver. When I got this jeep it came as a rolling chassis, a folded in two tub and the rest of the parts in milk crates. Now have the chassis together, new brakes, lines etc. Now the interesting part, installed a I6 engine, mated with a 3spd and Dana 20 Transfer Case ., come to find it had a 4" lift so changed the springs to stock , shackles and bushings..... but still looks like the rear driveshaft is on a very steep angle.
I don't know what a stock CJ5 driveshaft looked like so would appreciate any input, not sure that im maybe in over my head with this project.

 

[mtnwhlr]

It could just be that you don't have the weight of the body on it so its still sitting high. I think that after you put the tub on and the springs settle some you will be fine.

 

[thiswontbetooexpensive]

I've got some pics of mine when the tub was off. I will find them and post soon. All stock btw.

 

[thiswontbetooexpensive]

Its pretty steep here but, as was mentioned there is a lot of weight removed. I remember measuring when I took the tub off, but can't remember details. Was at least an inch or two that the frame rose if memory serves me correctly. But, I've had a couple since then...
Another angle.

Hope this might help!

 

[Molson]

Thanks, Im going to keep on going then