Build Thread Pete's Virginia Farm Find
Build Thread Pete's Virginia Farm Find
- Thread starter Petescj
- Start date
- Posts
- 14,787
- Thanks
- 54
- Location
- Springfield, Missouri-U.S.A. Earth
- Vehicle(s)
- '85 CJ-7, 258/4.2L 6cyl. Bought new in 1985. Full cage, Warn 8274 winch, Ford 9" rear, front/rear Detroit Lockers w/4:88 R&P. T-5 tranny and 4:1 t'case. 33X12.50-15 BFG/AT, MSD ign, on board air---
Make sure the WP is the correct rotation.
What's the history on this Jeep? I did see DOD decals on the fender.
Yeah-That foot area looks like mine-Mine is a 'desert-jeep'.
Is it a repaint?
LG
What's the history on this Jeep? I did see DOD decals on the fender.
Yeah-That foot area looks like mine-Mine is a 'desert-jeep'.
Is it a repaint?
LG
This was in the wooden console between the seats. I never had a Cj with music in it. Checked it out and yup it actually works. So did the fuel gauge and the windshield washer pump. Rare that either works more or less both.
The lift gate is a bit rusty but still functional. This shot you can see the taillight panels that will need replaced.
This pic shows the small spacer that hardtop Jeeps came with. I only saw one in a picture before now.
This pic shows the small spacer that hardtop Jeeps came with. I only saw one in a picture before now.
- Posts
- 14,787
- Thanks
- 54
- Location
- Springfield, Missouri-U.S.A. Earth
- Vehicle(s)
- '85 CJ-7, 258/4.2L 6cyl. Bought new in 1985. Full cage, Warn 8274 winch, Ford 9" rear, front/rear Detroit Lockers w/4:88 R&P. T-5 tranny and 4:1 t'case. 33X12.50-15 BFG/AT, MSD ign, on board air---
If you want the windshield washer to keep work'n. Only use distilled water with the glass cleaner.
IIRC: I think the HT only came with one.
LG
IIRC: I think the HT only came with one.
LG
They always ask serpentine or v belt when i grab a water pump. The Cj was in the same family since new. Dad drove it awhile then relegated it to farm duty. The son got it and put the lift and tires on it. He works for the DOD. Its original paint. There are some touch ups he applied when spots got thin. I bought it from his son
Another awesome thing , it came with the factory service manual. Now I'm understand why people keep saying to grab one
- Posts
- 14,787
- Thanks
- 54
- Location
- Springfield, Missouri-U.S.A. Earth
- Vehicle(s)
- '85 CJ-7, 258/4.2L 6cyl. Bought new in 1985. Full cage, Warn 8274 winch, Ford 9" rear, front/rear Detroit Lockers w/4:88 R&P. T-5 tranny and 4:1 t'case. 33X12.50-15 BFG/AT, MSD ign, on board air---
Yup-
CK the impeller on the pump you bought. Make sure there isn't an 'R' stamped on it.
They get miss-boxed all the time.
Also-the engine picture you post'd. Move the fuel filter return line to the 12 O'clock position.
LG
Last edited:
Peanut Butter
Full Time Jeeper
- Posts
- 2,591
- Media
- 37
- Resources
- 1
- Thanks
- 14
- Location
- Boerne, Texas
- Vehicle(s)
- 1979 Jeep CJ7 TH400 Automatic 258 I6 Quadratrac Amc 20 rear & Dana 30 front, 32 x 11.5 x 15 tires. Currently a Complete Custom Rebuild in progress.
Also I own a 2001 Jeep Cherokee, White, all stock with 4.0L. automatic, and police package. Best part of that is it came with leather seats! This package also has the NP242 Transfer Case, 8.25 rear end, and trailer towing package.
Looks really good, Pete. I'm really happy for you and Vicki with the Jeeps you have now. Good luck with the minor repairs needed.
- Posts
- 2,330
- Media
- 45
- Thanks
- 6
- Location
- Eagle, WI
- Vehicle(s)
- 1979 CJ7 V8 304 T18 w/gran low D20 w/TeraLowD30 D44,
1959 CJ5 Rebuild 74 Buick 231V6 oddfire T14 D20 D30 D44 frame boxed roller engine ready,
1967 CJ5 V6 225 T86aa D18 D27 D44 runs needs work,
1954 CJ3B F4-134 T90A D18 D25 D44 Half Cab needs tub,
I am loving all the pictures.The next couple pics are of the seats. This Jeep isn't a Laredo but the seats are that style. The driver's side bottom is worn but the rest look great. I'll be searching for a good bottom for my driver's seat.
Just saying, I would be glad to place my bottom in the drivers seat anytime. Ha Ha
Yup-
CK the impeller on the pump you bought. Make sure there isn't an 'R' stamped on it.
They get miss-boxed all the time.
Also-the engine picture you post'd. Move the fuel filter return line to the 12 O'clock position.
LG
Will do. Good catch on the fuel filter. I missed that.
Last edited:
Let's just hope they stay minor.
Ha ha maybe one day. Finally got my 4th week of vacation this year. This year is kinda screwy for any trips though.
Last edited:
- Posts
- 5,832
- Media
- 186
- Resources
- 1
- Thanks
- 74
- Location
- Plumas Lake, CA, USA
- Vehicle(s)
- 1974 CJ5 ~ Fresh built AMC 360 - SM420 - D20 - D30F with upgraded 30 spline shafts and knuckles & D44R - 4.27 Gears - ARB Lockers F/R - All chrome molly axles - on 33's - YJ 4" Lift Spring Conversion
Looks great Pete! Will keep eye on this one - great find!
Looks great Pete! Will keep eye on this one - great find!
For now I'll get her safe and reliable then we'll get to upgrades. Still have the other Cj coming , moving and paying all the bills during March when I'm laid off. Then hopefully a good Summer worth of camping.
Posi
Always Off-Roading Jeeper
- Posts
- 8,033
- Media
- 172
- Thanks
- 77
- Location
- New England
- Vehicle(s)
- 54 Willys 3B, FI 401, T-18, ARB Locked, Hinkey Sidewinder Winch
Haha, same here, and I was just as surprised when I found a working stereo in the 71 I purchased last Oct. Fuel gauge, and washer pump work as well.
I'm sure you know who much a set of those seats go for that are in your Jeep. Nice CJ!
Yeah I was curious about them at first then found out their 1980 specific Nutmeg High Backs. Gonna be tough finding that bottom seat skin for sure.
- Posts
- 12,345
- Media
- 63
- Resources
- 2
- Thanks
- 260
- Location
- Rockwall,TX
- Vehicle(s)
- 1983 cj7, 1971 Dart, 1942 Willys slat grill
nice Jeep Pete and a great price. So sad to hear about your father passing
sponge
Senior Jeeper
Great find Pete!
Cant wait to see it fixed up.
Cant wait to see it fixed up.
Thanks. Haven't gotten much done. Swapped the bad water pump out. The brakes are a complete redo. That'll be next. Also found the seat material for getting that seat fixed.