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CJ5 Stretched body CJ6 to questions

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by kiowamtp, Dec 24, 2004.

  1. Dec 24, 2004
    kiowamtp

    kiowamtp Member

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    Hi. I am looking at a 1964 CJ5 that has been modified. Any help would be appreciated. The serial number is 8305166620. Any vin decoder's for this year? This is what the ad says:

    327 Vet engine, new Holley Intake and Carb, new soft top, 35" tires, rims, new springs and shocks, brakes, fiberglass front end w/ winch, well maintained, runs and looks great!

    The pic has a CJ6 body. I am going to get more info, ie axles, gearing, tranny, etc. Anything specific I should ask about? I am fairly new to the Jeep market. Oh I have had Jeeps before CJ7, cherokee, etc. However, when it comes to the nuts and bolts of a Jeep and specifics I am a rookie. What about this engine?

    If anyone would like a pic let me know. It may help. What is this worth? It looks like I can get for mid 3000.

    Thanks

    Kevin
     
    kiowamtp, Dec 24, 2004
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  2. Dec 24, 2004
    Boyink

    Boyink Super Moderator Staff Member

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    $3K? :shock:

    Whaddya doing sitting here typing? I'd be at the bank...

    That's a beautiful 6. Well worth that kind of money...if it checks out as nice in person as it looks.

    The VIN# situation is a bit funny...are you sure this is a 5 that has been stretched, or could it be a mis-titled 6?

    My '64 CJ6 serial has a 8405 preface...the VIN pages at CJ3B seem to be down at the moment so I can't follow up on the vin you posted.
     
    Boyink, Dec 24, 2004
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  3. Dec 24, 2004
    JohnyJeep

    JohnyJeep BLOWING A XING NEAR U@2AM

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    No kidding. I'd be on that like stink on a monkey.
     
    JohnyJeep, Dec 24, 2004
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    Glenn

    Glenn Kinda grumpy old man Staff Member

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    Definitely looks good. Is the seller saying it's modified? That he stretched the frame?
     
    Glenn, Dec 24, 2004
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  5. Dec 24, 2004
    kiowamtp

    kiowamtp Member

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    I want to go NOWWWWWWW!!!! But how do I tell my 4 little kids that Daddy wants to leave on XMAS to go get a jeep. A XMAS they will never forget as well as myself. I have the money now I am hoping not too many other people are Jeep shopping on XMAS. Eight hour drive for me. I think getting it here will be the problem. Anyone have any towing tips. I will be using a 99 Suburban and U-haul seems out of the question. Will I have to get an auto transport company? Or can I use a cargo trailer. This sucker is pretty lifted. Driving it back may be a course of action, but I am always nervous of driving a "new" vehicle that distance without taking a really good look at it home. Any suggestions.

    Thanks

    Kevin
     
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    kiowamtp

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    :cry: Now I hope none of ya's beat me to the punch!! ;)
     
    kiowamtp, Dec 24, 2004
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    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Looks good- It looks to me like the front wheels don't sit in the fenderwells quite right, like they're back a little too far. Maybe it's the 'glass front clip. Looks good, tho!!!
     
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    BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's

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    What kind of cargo trailer are thinking about using?
    I use an 18' utility trailer and it works fine.
     
    BlueFlu, Dec 24, 2004
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    Mcruff

    Mcruff Earlycj5 Machinist

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    Patrick, I think that its because of the picture angle and the fact that there 35" tires.
     
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  10. Dec 28, 2004
    Boyink

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    Any updates - didja get it?
     
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  11. Dec 28, 2004
    kiowamtp

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    Ok. I decided to let this one go. There is too many mods done to this for me to feel right about purchasing this. Although I like the look of it, it is not practical right now. Hell, it could have a commando frame and drivetrain under there. I have seen talk of this being possible on other boards. Especially with the 327 V8. If someone is interested I can send the link or phone number to the guy. Thanks for all your help.

    On a different I am starting a thread on an unmolested CJ-6 possible Tux. See thread for more details

    Thanks

    Kevin
     
    kiowamtp, Dec 28, 2004
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