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72 Cj5 258 Swap

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by Chad wright, Jun 22, 2023.

  1. Jun 22, 2023
    Chad wright

    Chad wright New Member

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    Will a 258 6 cyl from a 1983 cj5 directly bolt in to my 1972 cj5?
     
    Chad wright, Jun 22, 2023
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  2. Jun 23, 2023
    homersdog

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    This should be asked in the intermediate jeep forum.

    @timgr would probably be the guy with the answer.
     
    homersdog, Jun 23, 2023
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  3. Jun 23, 2023
    FinoCJ

    FinoCJ 1970 CJ5 Staff Member

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    Moved to intermediate forum
     
    FinoCJ, Jun 23, 2023
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  4. Jun 23, 2023
    Chad wright

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    Ok thank you
     
    Chad wright, Jun 23, 2023
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  5. Jun 23, 2023
    Sierra Bum

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    I don’t know the exact answer… not too familiar with the late models. But I think, Yes. Read this article. You can always call them as well.

    Novak Jeep I6 Article
     
    Sierra Bum, Jun 23, 2023
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  6. Jun 23, 2023
    oldtime

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    Depends on what engine the 72 came with.
    If it came with a 232 or 258 then yes a direct bolt in.
    If it came with a 304 then the passenger side motor mount must be changed and likely some of the wiring too.
     
    oldtime, Jun 23, 2023
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