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cj5 camper

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by cjcamper, Jul 18, 2006.

  1. Jul 18, 2006
    cjcamper

    cjcamper CJ5 Camper

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    I've come across a camper that fits in an early cj5 I know they only were available in 69 & 70 when the cj5 had a tailgate. I own a 73 cj5 with 304 3speed on 31" off road tires, other than modifing the roll bar and cutting a tailgate what other problems may I run into trying to hook this up, or is it even possible, also will the larger tires be an issue??
     
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  2. Jul 18, 2006
    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    Tub is the same design, so it should fit.

    Tire size might be an issue though. Dunno if you can fit 31s on the camper so they're the same size as what you have? Seems that the smaller tires might put the camper at an odd angle, maybe. Don't really know. Never seen one in person myself. Speculating.

    Welcome from KS!
     
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  3. Jul 18, 2006
    1975CJ5

    1975CJ5 Member

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    I'd love to see pictures if you get it mounted.
     
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  4. Jul 19, 2006
    kiowamtp

    kiowamtp Member

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    Mounted or not let's see some pics!!
     
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  5. Jul 19, 2006
    Rondog

    Rondog just hangin' out

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    Someone on this board found one of those for sale once, and posted some photos of it. But did I save them? Noooooo. Here's the only one I have.
     
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    CJalopy

    CJalopy Member

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    Holy cow! I diden't know thay ever made such a thing. now I want one.
    Sure looks like that overloads a CJ pretty good.
     
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    Boyink

    Boyink Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I talked to a guy who owns one a couple of years ago - he said it actually makes the CJ5 more stable to drive.
     
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  8. Jul 19, 2006
    timgr

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    You could probably lower the bogey axle (isn't that what it's called?) to compensate for your larger tires - no need to fit 31s on the bogey.

    The tailgate frame and tailgate is available aftermarket. The tailgate was standard in 1973, and the solid back panel was an added cost option. No problem with fitting the tub or adding a tailgate. You'll have to find a location for your spare though.

    You should buy it if it's in good condition - if it doesn't work out, you can flip it to someone here.
     
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    speedbuggy

    speedbuggy Looking for a Jeep now

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    :shock: I didn't know there was such an animal! I can't wait to see this project develop ;)
     
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  10. Jul 19, 2006
    kamel

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    I knew they were made, but I have never seen one other than a sales brochure picture.

    I wonder how many they made? 6 - 7??
     
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  11. Jul 19, 2006
    Dana

    Dana Think Pink

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    R) That is one seriously crazy looking rig. Traffic will clear for you like the parting of the red sea! I too would love to see pictures.
     
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    MCSCOTT

    MCSCOTT Member

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    I've only ever seen the pic that Rondog posted, I would love to see pics of yours if you get some.




    I am pretty sure I could roll that thing.:)
     
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  13. Jul 19, 2006
    jpflat2a

    jpflat2a what's that noise?

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    we had a customer who had one
    course, he also had a vette sbc under the hood
    used it mostly for h2o fowl hunting
    that was his license plate (how I remember)
    h2o fowl
     
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  14. Jul 20, 2006
    CJalopy

    CJalopy Member

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    Wait, that thing has it's own axle that trails behind the Jeep? I coulden't see it in the picture. cool! That's really weird. now I really want one.
     
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    sagegoat

    sagegoat The good life........

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    :shock: What! I never would imagine such a thing.
     
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    Rondog

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  17. Aug 5, 2006
    cjcamper

    cjcamper CJ5 Camper

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    I'm attempting to post a few pics I took with my camera phone. I'll post more as this adventure progresses.
     
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