Hood Compatability

[dagr8tim]

I'm 99% sure I know the answer to this question, but here goes...

Will a 68 CJ5 hood bolt up and work on a 75 CJ5 ? I got a smoking deal ($20) for the hood and it's in far better shape than mine. The only issue is that somebody plugged the tiedown bracket holes. I looked at it quickly and it looks like a sheet metal screw. I'm hoping it's not welded, and just bondoed & painted over.

 

[Bowbender]

68 is Kaiser era 75 is AMC. AMC stretched the engine compartment by adding to the hood and fenders. I believe the 68 hood will be about 4" shorter.

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[BusaDave9]

Bowbender has it right. Actually the AMC hoods are 3 inches longer.
Check out this link: http://www.jeep-cj.com/forums/f102/cj-spotters-guide-11933/

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1955jeepwillys' 1955 CJ5​

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[dagr8tim]

Well.... Maybe I'll paint it with chalkboard paint and hang it in the garage.