Misc. Maintenance / First Time CJ-5 Owner

[Иate]

Hey all,

I'm getting my first CJ5 in the next week or so from this listing , wondering if anyone has opinions regarding what maintenance I should be looking at first for this bad boy. Will post some photos once I have them but I want to make sure to keep this Jeep in tip-top shape and thought I'd turn to the experts.

Any input would be appreciated. I currently have a JL and previously a JK but finally got the real deal!!

 

[CJ]

While the title of this linked thread below is what to do when you get home it also applies to what to look for when shopping. I'm going to modify the title to reflect that information.

Thread 'what to do after getting that CJ home' (Link)-> what to do after getting that CJ home -<

 

[Иate]

First things first, looks like loose coolant hose.

 

[Jeep Soup]

LOOKS Like a OEM hose !!
I would just replace it, and those rusted clamps.
It is starting to "Balloon" at the Water Pump Fitting.
Don't fight getting the old one off, just slice it with a Utility Knife, and peel it off. Saves your knuckles and other body parts.

 

[Иate]

Thank you! The spark plug cables are the originals as well, noticed leaking from the rear diff yesterday and taking a look at that soon as well.

 

[Belizean]

That Jeep just needs some love is all.