Reader’s Rides Vehicles
This 1979 Jeep CJ5, owned by papaseejay, has an estimated 115 horsepower. All of this truck’s torque and power comes from a stout 258 6 cyl. .040 over. engine. To complete this CJ5’s powertrain, a T-18a 4 speed w/granny transmission is used. With the help of a 2.5" spring lift suspension, this Jeep is a real off road machine. Check out some of the pictures and ratings for this 4WD below, as well as other info about this ride.
1979 Jeep CJ5 - papaseejay
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258 6 cyl. .040 over. |
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T-18a 4 speed w/granny |
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2.5" spring lift |
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Other than the spring lift- Jeep is stock/original |
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Renegade |
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About my CJ5
I bought this Jeep after missing the 71 CJ5 I had back between 1974- 1984. I wanted the Jeep to be as original as possible, because the cJ5 was always to me great right out of the box! I admire a lot of the modified CJ's, but I wanted to try and preserve the originality of at least one before they disappear. I did remove the body and rebuilt it from the ground up because it was in fair condition only and I wanted great condition. I store it in it's own building and keep it out of the weather- strange huh? It's registered as an Antique and deserves well treatment.
I drive it every chance I get and it's a great ride! My next one will be for actual use and to have a lot of off road fun in.