1972 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade (Restoration)

Location: Tillamook, Oregon

Why It’s Curated: This 1972 Jeep CJ-5 for sale in Tillamook, Oregon is the beneficiary of a new restoration where no stone has been unturned. From the rebuilt AMC 304 engine with upgrades such as a high lift roller cam, roller lifters and rockers, and the Holley carb, to the rebuilt front and rear ends, rebuilt transmission and transfer case, to the fresh paint, new top(s) and doors, and fresh interior, this is one well done CJ-5. You could literally eat off the underside of this vehicle. Plus, at the asking price, it’s a very solid deal. It needs nothing but a new owner, and a beach or mountain town to take it to.

Be sure to check out the videos as they really give you a sense of how clean this build is.

Vehicle:

• Year: 1972
• Make: Jeep
• Model: CJ-5 Renegade
• Drive: 4×4
• Miles: 83,352
• Fuel Type: Gasoline
• Transmission: 3-speed Manual
• Engine: AMC 304 (Upgraded – see below)
• Exterior Color: Hemi Orange
• Interior Color: Black
• VIN: J2F835TH15278
• Title: Clean (Oregon)

Details & Upgrades:

Summary: Ground up, frame-off total restoration - rebuilt engine, transmission, other drivetrain components, fresh paint and interior, and more

Engine, Transmission, Differentials:

• Original rebuilt AMC 304 upgraded with high lift roller cam, roller lifters and rockers, HEI distributor and Holley 2bbl carburetor.
• Original Dana 30 rebuilt front end. New bearings, seals 
• Original Dana 44 rebuilt rear end with new ring and pinion, Spartan locker, new bearings and seals and new 11" brakes and hardware
• Original rebuilt T15 3 speed transmission
• Original Dana 20 rebuilt transfer case with bronze bushings and Heim joints added to shifting mechanism
• Engine Rebuild Notes: Cylinder’s have original bore with a documented 82,882 miles on them. Very clean with no scratches, marring or lip at the top of the bore. They were honed with original pistons and new rings installed. New rod bearings, cam bearings, and main bearings. Crank was not reground but measured to be within specifications. Bearing clearances measured with Plastigauge also within specifications. Heads reconditioned and new double springs installed to accept .475 lift of new roller cam. New roller lifters and rockers.
• Other Mechanical Rebuild Specifics: New mechanical fuel pump. New clutch, pressure plate, throw out bearing and pilot bearing. New water pump. Flywheel not ground. New starter, timing gears and chain. Reconditioned oil pump(new gears and seals).

Chassis, Suspension, Steering, Brakes:

• Frame was removed, sand blasted, inspected for cracks and defects and then primed and painted. There was 1 small crack in the front of the frame that was repaired with welding and a plate welded on top of that.
• 4" Rugged Ridge lift kit
• Power steering
• Tilt steering column: Steering column is a chrome tilt GM style aftermarket
• Power brakes added
• 11" brakes and hardware: Replaced all brake lines except the one going between the new rear master cylinders. All new brakes and hardware on all 4 corners.

Exterior & Interior:

• Fresh Hemi Orange paint and decals
• New steering wheel
• Re-upholstered 1979 Jeep high back bucket seats
• New folding rear seat
• New 3 point seat belts
• Fiiberglass tub with new lights, signals and markers
• New Besttop and doors, additional Besttop Bikini top
• Bedliner floor

Other Upgrades include: 

• New fuse box and wiring harness
• New brake lines
• New fuel lines
• New aluminum radiator
• New heater core
• New alternator
• New windshield, wipers and arms
• New power windshield washer
• New temperature/volt and oil pressure gauges
• New fuel tank skid plate
• 5 new 33/12.50/15 tires
• Auxiliary exterior lighting
• Modified front bumper
• Modified steps
• Rear tire carrier

Other Notes:

• Vehicle had 82,882 miles on original speedometer at time of complete overhaul
• Lucas high zinc break in oil just changed with Lucas high zinc 10W30
• Exhaust now routed to the rear instead of the side as in the pictures
• Zero steering issues at 65 MPH
• Aircraft style waterproof connectors used throughout
• No known needs