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CJ5 mystery

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by jwpee, Dec 17, 2006.

  1. jwpee

    jwpee mr haney

    I need some help. I have ownedabout 8 Jeeps but the oneI just bought on E bay has me stumped as to what it actually is. Here are the clues/facts: no title . no tailgate. rear of Jeep looks like military. I think it is about 1967. vacuum wipers. f134t90t18. no dash plaques or decals. spare tire bracket on back of Jeep where tailgate should be. Here is the big kicker,no stamped "JEEP" on the front fenders. I have heard that military and govt issue had these raised,stamped or embossed badges deleted. The back end looks military and the sides and front end looks civilian. :flag: Other facts: engine tran an transfer case are laying in the back end. I have to drive 355 miles north next week to dolly it home.I am thinking of having myself committed to some sort of Jeep drying out instution. Oh yeah, it was 330 dallars. And here's the really weird part----my wife thinks it's cool and cant wait to go get it and help me work on it! somebody slap me! thanks for any help!
     
    jwpee, Dec 17, 2006
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  2. Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

    Could be an M38A1. Pics would certainly help....
     
    Patrick, Dec 17, 2006
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  3. jpflat2a

    jpflat2a what's that noise?

    pics pics pics
    please
     
    jpflat2a, Dec 17, 2006
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  4. 1960willyscj5

    1960willyscj5 Well-Known Member

    Sounds to me like you got a winner!:coffee:

    Two actually if you count the jeapheap along with your wife!R)
     
    1960willyscj5, Dec 17, 2006
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  5. PeteL

    PeteL If it wasn't for physics, and law enforcement... 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Could be M38A1. There are amny posts on this site about the differences from CJ.

    Obvious one is the dual battery box in front of the windshield, Another is the reverse shackles. There ought to be a inset on the right side n front of the door for an auxialliary power connector. And so on.

    Try a search here or go to willysMjeeps.com.

    Pete
     
    PeteL, Dec 17, 2006
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  6. slick

    slick New Member

    Patrick How right you are I just found out, It's a M38.a1 Military. I found one that will work It's just a little rough where the seal fits. but the fellow said that wouldn't hurt anything. Thanks guy
     
    slick, Dec 17, 2006
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  7. TigerShark

    TigerShark Sponsor

    Just post a link to the ebay listing if it has pics.

    Jim
     
    TigerShark, Dec 17, 2006
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  8. jwpee

    jwpee mr haney

    there is no inset for auxilary power hook up on the side,I forgot to mention that.
     
    jwpee, Dec 17, 2006
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  9. PeteL

    PeteL If it wasn't for physics, and law enforcement... 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    No APU? Maybe a replacement front clip? Or a civvy jeep with a military tub fitted?

    Are the headlights recessed, with non chrome trim "(doors)?" Grill hinged to frame at the bottom?

    Frame crossbar under rear floor with plate for Machine Gun mount? Floor mounted e-brake between the seats?

    All those are military OEM.

    Enjoy!

    Pete
     
    PeteL, Dec 18, 2006
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  10. Dave Cattani

    Dave Cattani New Member

    Big glove box on left. Dead give a way
     
    Dave Cattani, Dec 18, 2006
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