CJ-5 and CJ-6 Specifications
1973 CJ-5. Notice the 'S' shape to the door
CJ5-84" Wheelbase, 4WD Open Body. 32.9' turning radius. 51.5" Front tread/ 50.0" Rear tread.
CJ6-104" Wheelbase, 4WD Open Body. 37.6' turning radius. 51.5" Front tread/ 50.0" Rear tread.
1972-1975 The frame was stretched 3" to allow the AMC 304 V8 to be added to the lineup. Jeeps of this era can be identified by the rear of the front wheel opening. The 1972-later CJ has a 3" lip at the rear of the front fenders.
| Model | Engine | Compression | Carb | 3-spd | 4-spd | Auto | T-case | Clutch | Brake Size | Front Axle | Rear Axle | Std ratio | Opt Ratio |
| CJ-5 CJ-6 |
232 I6 | 8.0 | 1bbl | T-14A | Opt CJ5 Only | N/A | Spicer 20 | 10.5" | 11"x2" | Dana30* | Dana44** | 3.73 | 4.27 |
| 258 I6 | |||||||||||||
| 304 V8 | 8.4 | 2bbl | T-15A | N/A |
* Model 30 Full-Floating Open-knuckle
** Model 44 Semi-Floating, flanged shaft.
1976-1983The final year of domestic (US) CJ6 production was 1975 although export models may have been produced later.
1974 CJ-6. Notice the added length between the door and rear wheels
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