Looking for Advice

[Saint0416]

OK Guys and Gals, I am in need of a little advice. I just picked up a 1976 CJ7 QuadraTrac and it is in need of a good rebuild, but it is all complete. I was working on a CJ5 project and I have a nearly new SBC with about 1500 miles on it ready to drop in the CJ7 , but here is the dilemma I am facing. The CJ7 has a running factory AMC 304 that seems to be in good shape. If I pull it and go with the SBC will I be making a value mistake?
I am not building this CJ7 for resale, but you never know what will come up down the road. So the question is, do I leave the AMC 304 in the thing for factor correctness or go with the SBC that I know is a good strong motor?
What do you all think AMC 304 or 350?
Thanks,
Mike

 

[csuengr]

One thing to consider, a SBC will not bolt up to the Transmission in the Jeep. It is a GM Turbo 400 with an AMC bolt pattern. You would have to get an adapter.

 

[0822]

I would leave it stock AMC 304 That's my 2 cents.

 

[Saint0416]

One thing to consider, a SBC will not bolt up to the Transmission in the Jeep. It is a GM Turbo 400 with an AMC bolt pattern. You would have to get an adapter.

Thanks Csurngr!
I asumed that it was a Chevy bolt pattern on the GM Turbo 400 .... That is somewhat of a game changer...

Thanks,
Mike

 

[Saddle Tramp]

My vote is to keep your jeep, jeep. Around here the CJs with SBC seem to spend a long time on Craig’s List. Longer time to sell = sell for less in my world.