My father had a 75 CJ5 304 v8, 3 speed manual and manual steering and manual 4 wheel drum brakes. I learned to drive in that truck in the woods at 12 and it eventually became my daily driver. One thing I can say to anyone considering buying one of those Jeeps is you will be holding up traffic whichever engine you get. That short wheelbase combined with the suspension and manual controls was downright scary to drive over 45 mph. I used to park next to a Pontiac Fiero at work back in the day, the CJ5 was significantly shorter, think about that. Also the leaf springs are mounted inside the frame rails for maximum axel articulation. This is great for the woods but not so stable at highway speed. It IS a fantastic vehicle in the woods. You can fit 31's without issue and 33's with a little scraping with stock suspension. With the 304 you could take off in second gear from a dead stop, it had that much gearing and torque. But beware, they do not handle like anything you've ever driven before and lifting them is just stupid. They are also very noisy with the soft top and you need to dress like you're driving a snowmobile in the winter, the heater can't overcome the tub body and soft top.
There is a 1967 for sale near me. I am not a car guy BUT I really want it. It's a bit of a beater but it runs and the guy seemed to be honest about everything, some bondo in the back and the front fenders are fiberglass replacements. It's green with a white hard top. $3000.
Just purchased a survivor cj5 304 speed 4x4. It lived its life on a Indian reservation and only has 80,000 miles. Frame and tub are original and in great shape. Front end is tight and no real hack mastery to her wiring. Definitely a happy guy with the Keller top on it
I'm watching this video after buying a 81 CJ5 today the body is completely rusted and trashed but it had a solid frame but ran,drove and stopped. Drive train is solid aside from leaks. Needs a clutch and throw out bearing eventually but I only paid $200 bucks for it so I couldn't pass it up. Drove the 30 miles home just fine.
I just found your channel today and I am very glad I did. My uncle use to have a CJ-5 on his ranch that he would let my cousins and I use to hunt mulies and antelope on his ranch. It was always interesting to use on snowy cold late November muley hunts since it only had a bikini top! Great trip down memory lane!
Great Video. I got a 67 CJ 5 about a year ago and everything you brought up was something that needed to be looked into. If I could add just one more thing that be a nightmare. Not just with jeeps but anything. Thats the paperwork. If you live in a tough DMV. state. (Im in Ca.) The paper trail can almost make you give up on a project. Inherited or abandoned vehicles with clear title are a mess. Just one more thing to put on the list when looking at the next project.
netpoke58 very good point! There’s so many of these old Jeeps out there non-titled or they have a title but the last two owners never signed over the title so it is still titled in the name of someone who is now deceased. Can be a real headache, so be aware!
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck with your search, these old Jeeps are out there but are getting harder and harder to find in decent shape for the right price! That's the way it is in my area at least (North Eastern United States, i.e. Rust-sylvania)
Just finished an '81 CJ5 conversation, OM617 Mercedes Diesel, 5" lift, 37's. Dana 44's, Chromoly axles, LED lights n bar, extended the roll bar, remote oil and fuel filter assembly, 8k Warn with synthetic rope, 6 gauge cluster, Rhino lined and new soft top....
Sounds like good advice. Thought I checked mine out pretty good before I bought it. Still found quite a few issues once I got it home. Nothing that can't be fixed $$$$$$$.
One should consider an overdrive unit, there's a guy in WA making them. It gives one a 25% reduction in revs so I can take my 59 CJ5 on the local freeway.
Early cj5’s are only available in a 4 cylinder. You can buy three easy upgrades. Firstly an overdrive, secondly a bigger brake set, and third is a disc brake set. I love my early cj5 HOWEVER those are the hard ones to find parts for. Flat fenders are more common.
I thoroughly enjoy your channel and all of your helpful information today is June 15th 2021 I found a 1953 m38 A1 that was covered up in a barn since 1982 it's absolutely 100% original not modified not chopped up still has three original tires just wondering what maybe I should do with it keep it sell it fix it restore it
Thank you 🙏 so much, l've always thought cjs were money pits, I kinda forgot when I almost bought one but thankfully there are guys still that tell it like it is Thank you for for saving me 14k
My brother bought a boxed frame CJ -7 years ago. Although we checked the frame for rust, we later found the previous owner had used bondo to fill in the holes in the frame and painted it over to hide the rusted out frame in front of the rear wheels. We did repair it all, but that was a horrible thing to do to make a sale. So, beware !
Thats a great idea, however, I drive an F250 work truck everyday as my work truck and that comes home with me every-night. I should take it on a little road trip and document that!
The guy's name who designed the original "Jeep" is Willys - pronounced WIL-iss, not WIL-eez. It is singular, not possessive. Please, let's use the right nomenclature for something that we love and collect.
You are correct, however, I can think of a LOT of things much worse that will keep a man up at night over mis-pronouncing “Will-iss” as “Will-eez” 🙄 good grief dude. EDIT** You know, more I think about it, the ORIGINAL Jeep designer was American Bantam Car Company and Karl Probst was the designer/engineer, so YOU are wrong. Your ignorant, passive aggressive behavior is pretty ridiculous.
My father had a 75 CJ5 304 v8, 3 speed manual and manual steering and manual 4 wheel drum brakes. I learned to drive in that truck in the woods at 12 and it eventually became my daily driver. One thing I can say to anyone considering buying one of those Jeeps is you will be holding up traffic whichever engine you get. That short wheelbase combined with the suspension and manual controls was downright scary to drive over 45 mph. I used to park next to a Pontiac Fiero at work back in the day, the CJ5 was significantly shorter, think about that. Also the leaf springs are mounted inside the frame rails for maximum axel articulation. This is great for the woods but not so stable at highway speed. It IS a fantastic vehicle in the woods. You can fit 31's without issue and 33's with a little scraping with stock suspension. With the 304 you could take off in second gear from a dead stop, it had that much gearing and torque. But beware, they do not handle like anything you've ever driven before and lifting them is just stupid. They are also very noisy with the soft top and you need to dress like you're driving a snowmobile in the winter, the heater can't overcome the tub body and soft top.
There is a 1967 for sale near me. I am not a car guy BUT I really want it. It's a bit of a beater but it runs and the guy seemed to be honest about everything, some bondo in the back and the front fenders are fiberglass replacements. It's green with a white hard top. $3000.
@@bertroost1675
Man I was just happy to find a carcass! When has our love for cars been logical?
@@xmo552 But I didn't buy it
Just purchased a survivor cj5 304 speed 4x4. It lived its life on a Indian reservation and only has 80,000 miles. Frame and tub are original and in great shape. Front end is tight and no real hack mastery to her wiring. Definitely a happy guy with the Keller top on it
I’ve watched your video probably two or three times. It was well done and believe it or not. I still appreciate it every time I watch it.
I'm watching this video after buying a 81 CJ5 today the body is completely rusted and trashed but it had a solid frame but ran,drove and stopped. Drive train is solid aside from leaks. Needs a clutch and throw out bearing eventually but I only paid $200 bucks for it so I couldn't pass it up. Drove the 30 miles home just fine.
I just found your channel today and I am very glad I did. My uncle use to have a CJ-5 on his ranch that he would let my cousins and I use to hunt mulies and antelope on his ranch. It was always interesting to use on snowy cold late November muley hunts since it only had a bikini top! Great trip down memory lane!
Great Video. I got a 67 CJ 5 about a year ago and everything you brought up was something that needed to be looked into. If I could add just one more thing that be a nightmare. Not just with jeeps but anything. Thats the paperwork. If you live in a tough DMV. state. (Im in Ca.) The paper trail can almost make you give up on a project. Inherited or abandoned vehicles with clear title are a mess. Just one more thing to put on the list when looking at the next project.
netpoke58 very good point! There’s so many of these old Jeeps out there non-titled or they have a title but the last two owners never signed over the title so it is still titled in the name of someone who is now deceased. Can be a real headache, so be aware!
Great vid...good points. I’m on the lookout for an older CJ after becoming a Jeep fan since owning a 1998 Wrangler since new.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck with your search, these old Jeeps are out there but are getting harder and harder to find in decent shape for the right price! That's the way it is in my area at least (North Eastern United States, i.e. Rust-sylvania)
I’m really looking at getting a 1985 CJ7 for a daily driver, this video really helped me out
I'm glad it was helpful for you!
Just finished an '81 CJ5 conversation, OM617 Mercedes Diesel, 5" lift, 37's. Dana 44's, Chromoly axles, LED lights n bar, extended the roll bar, remote oil and fuel filter assembly, 8k Warn with synthetic rope, 6 gauge cluster, Rhino lined and new soft top....
Sounds like good advice. Thought I checked mine out pretty good before I bought it. Still found quite a few issues once I got it home. Nothing that can't be fixed $$$$$$$.
That's all it takes lol
My friend sold his cj5 with a bent frame because he frequently caught air due to the 304 kicking ass.
Awesome!
One should consider an overdrive unit, there's a guy in WA making them. It gives one a 25% reduction in revs so I can take my 59 CJ5 on the local freeway.
Red Thomas great suggestion! My Saturn overdrive unit is on its way, should be here next week! Stay tuned for the install video in the future.
Great advice. I've got an original 1970 Dauntless CJ5
Early cj5’s are only available in a 4 cylinder. You can buy three easy upgrades. Firstly an overdrive, secondly a bigger brake set, and third is a disc brake set. I love my early cj5 HOWEVER those are the hard ones to find parts for. Flat fenders are more common.
My dad put a remote booster on his 66. Same drums, pads, even the master cylinder. Stops better than it ever had now!
I thoroughly enjoy your channel and all of your helpful information today is June 15th 2021 I found a 1953 m38 A1 that was covered up in a barn since 1982 it's absolutely 100% original not modified not chopped up still has three original tires just wondering what maybe I should do with it keep it sell it fix it restore it
Thank you 🙏 so much, l've always thought cjs were money pits, I kinda forgot when I almost bought one but thankfully there are guys still that tell it like it is Thank you for for saving me 14k
I just got an 85 Jeep cj7. Need very little work and run and drives.
my friends talkin bout gettin boujee bmws and stuff, naw bro give me a willys jeep
I am wanting a 60’s M38A1 longer body,heavier suspension than the CJ models
My brother bought a boxed frame CJ -7 years ago. Although we checked the frame for rust, we later found the previous owner had used bondo to fill in the holes in the frame and painted it over to hide the rusted out frame in front of the rear wheels. We did repair it all, but that was a horrible thing to do to make a sale. So, beware !
Geez, Bondo on the frame?! That’s a special kind of hateful!
found a working 1976 cj5 all original (except paint), no rust for $6500. is this a good deal?
Brasil. We don't have salt on road's. Only in beachs. But we have rust too.
Where did you get those rims?
you should do a video driving that jeep to work for a week.. blow your channel up
Thats a great idea, however, I drive an F250 work truck everyday as my work truck and that comes home with me every-night. I should take it on a little road trip and document that!
65seejayfive where are you out of? Great vids, keep it up!
Invictus D South-Central PA 👍🏻
65seejayfive West Michigan here, @vintagejeep 👍🏼 great content, man!
@@65SEEJAYFIVE I live near Myrtle Beach SC. Do you have any honey holes for older jeeps anywhere near me? Awesome vids!
I want cj7 how much in the price?
Flatties forever. 😉👍
Amen brotha!
The guy's name who designed the original "Jeep" is Willys - pronounced WIL-iss, not WIL-eez. It is singular, not possessive. Please, let's use the right nomenclature for something that we love and collect.
You are correct, however, I can think of a LOT of things much worse that will keep a man up at night over mis-pronouncing “Will-iss” as “Will-eez” 🙄 good grief dude.
EDIT**
You know, more I think about it, the ORIGINAL Jeep designer was American Bantam Car Company and Karl Probst was the designer/engineer, so YOU are wrong. Your ignorant, passive aggressive behavior is pretty ridiculous.
@@65SEEJAYFIVE thank you omg
What kind of rims are on your jeep?
Stock 15”
Tip number one. DONT!💸😂
Keep them stock
Not vintage, just old, buy a Jeep from Ca, Az, Nv or Nm, no rust
Absolutely!
Body rot,especially around the hat channels
Agreed!
Get one that's not all rusted out, has a fiberglass tub,and a Chevy small block!