What did I get into?

[Dmax]

Like the title says, I’m new to Jeeps not mechanics. Always wanted a Jeep. Well I found a good deal on what I was told was a CJ5 . The guy gave me a title that says it’s a 1974. Has a fiberglass tub. He was in the middle of putting everything together and wanted out. So I picked it up cheep. The questions I have is what did I get so I can make sure everything is right and I can get right parts. Would like to add power steering and brakes and front disks.

 

[Torxhead]

There is plenty of web information, used and aftermarket parts out there to get it into good condition. I would suggest getting into a Jeep club to get you going and to help you figure out just what you want to do with the thing. I have had mine for 29 years, not as long as many people.

 

[Posi]

Post up the first 8 of the vin
From what I can see from the pics looks to be AMC 232 i6 or AMC 258 i6 / 4.2l with a T-14 Transmission and Dana 20 Transfer Case . Dana 30 front and Dana 44 rear axles.
Most likely 3.73 axle gearing.

 

[gert]

Sweet looks like you should have with that welcome aboard

 

[delducra]

You got into a whole lotta fun that’s what!


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[jp360cj]

Welcome! Your pictures came out very small on a computer (and upside down), but looks good!

72-75 CJs are referred to as "intermediate" CJs and some parts are the same (or interchangeable) as 76+, while other parts are more like 71 and older.

If it's a c-channel frame, it's pre '76. Hopefully most all of the parts are there to put it back together. Looking forward to seeing the progress.

 

[JohnKcj5]

Like the title says, I’m new to Jeeps not mechanics. Always wanted a Jeep. Well I found a good deal on what I was told was a CJ5 . The guy gave me a title that says it’s a 1974. Has a fiberglass tub. He was in the middle of putting everything together and wanted out. So I picked it up cheep. The questions I have is what did I get so I can make sure everything is right and I can get right parts. Would like to add power steering and brakes and front disks.

JEEP- Just Empty Every Pocket
LOL

I installed power steering on mine. Made a world of difference on driving manners. The toughest part to find is the pump mounting bracket. I found the entire pump/bracket assembly on ebay. I also bought a J10 gear box. I heard it's a bit easier to turn.

 

[Dmax]

Post up the first 8 of the vin
From what I can see from the pics looks to be AMC 232 i6 or AMC 258 i6 / 4.2l with a T-14 Transmission and Dana 20 Transfer Case . Dana 30 front and Dana 44 rear axles.
Most likely 3.73 axle gearing.

Here’s the vin

 

[Posi]

1974 CJ5
AMC 232 i6 engine
T-14 Transmission
20 Transfer Case
3750 GVW
Dana 30 front
Dane 44 rear