Build Thread A 1984 Black CJ7 Build - My never ending project/addiction
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Build Thread A 1984 Black CJ7 Build - My never ending project/addiction
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Chuck Bnvds
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You are really passionate about car modification. Good job keeping this thread up to date.
diddy2003
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35x12.5x15 MTRs;
YJ 4 inch Skyjacker lift w/ Bilsteins;
rebuilt AMC 360, Patriot Headers, Holley Truck Avenger 670 CFM, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Flexalite Electric Fan; Griffin Aluminum Radiator, Dual Flowmaster Delta Flow 40s;
Dana 30 4.10s w/ Detroit Truetrac;
Dana 60-2 Narrowed, 11 inch Ford Drum Brakes, 4.10s Power-Lok LSD; T-176; Dana 300 LoMax 4:1 Twin-Stick; Navajo Power Brake Booster
Not at all, even during very tight turns. Does your jeep have wide track axles? Maybe that has something to do with it. I have factory 15x8 wheels, so my offset really isn't very aggressive.
diddy2003
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35x12.5x15 MTRs;
YJ 4 inch Skyjacker lift w/ Bilsteins;
rebuilt AMC 360, Patriot Headers, Holley Truck Avenger 670 CFM, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Flexalite Electric Fan; Griffin Aluminum Radiator, Dual Flowmaster Delta Flow 40s;
Dana 30 4.10s w/ Detroit Truetrac;
Dana 60-2 Narrowed, 11 inch Ford Drum Brakes, 4.10s Power-Lok LSD; T-176; Dana 300 LoMax 4:1 Twin-Stick; Navajo Power Brake Booster
Thank you. I have a few mods coming up soon. I just had to install a new alternator, but my new skid plate for the 21 gallon tank is on back order. As soon as it comes in, I will be removing the rusty old one and putting the new one on. The dana 60 rubs slightly on the factory skid plate, so hoping to mod it a little for clearance.
diddy2003
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- 1984 CJ-7
35x12.5x15 MTRs;
YJ 4 inch Skyjacker lift w/ Bilsteins;
rebuilt AMC 360, Patriot Headers, Holley Truck Avenger 670 CFM, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Flexalite Electric Fan; Griffin Aluminum Radiator, Dual Flowmaster Delta Flow 40s;
Dana 30 4.10s w/ Detroit Truetrac;
Dana 60-2 Narrowed, 11 inch Ford Drum Brakes, 4.10s Power-Lok LSD; T-176; Dana 300 LoMax 4:1 Twin-Stick; Navajo Power Brake Booster
Its definitely not quiet, but its not crazy loud either. A very muscular sound, but not nearly as loud as standard 40s. I have headers and no cats, so there isn't much restriction.
I was able to adjust the bolt on the hub so it doesnt scrub. Doesn't have the turn radius it use to but I dont care and fine with it. Finally got the pipes put on today and pretty happy with the sound. I think i need to re-gear it because I can only do about 50mph max in 4th gear.
diddy2003
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- 1984 CJ-7
35x12.5x15 MTRs;
YJ 4 inch Skyjacker lift w/ Bilsteins;
rebuilt AMC 360, Patriot Headers, Holley Truck Avenger 670 CFM, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Flexalite Electric Fan; Griffin Aluminum Radiator, Dual Flowmaster Delta Flow 40s;
Dana 30 4.10s w/ Detroit Truetrac;
Dana 60-2 Narrowed, 11 inch Ford Drum Brakes, 4.10s Power-Lok LSD; T-176; Dana 300 LoMax 4:1 Twin-Stick; Navajo Power Brake Booster
What do you have for gearing? I have a T-176, with 4.10 gears and 35s. I have no prob going 60, but it does rev a bit at that speed. I have plenty left, but it’s not comfortable with the revs and loud 360.
I think i have the 3.55 gears with the T-18 4 speed. 1st gear is Granny, 2nd gear almost pointless to use, so that leaves me 3rd and 4th. I get really high RPMs at 40mph and higher. It feels like it definitely needs a 5th gear.
diddy2003
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- 1984 CJ-7
35x12.5x15 MTRs;
YJ 4 inch Skyjacker lift w/ Bilsteins;
rebuilt AMC 360, Patriot Headers, Holley Truck Avenger 670 CFM, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Flexalite Electric Fan; Griffin Aluminum Radiator, Dual Flowmaster Delta Flow 40s;
Dana 30 4.10s w/ Detroit Truetrac;
Dana 60-2 Narrowed, 11 inch Ford Drum Brakes, 4.10s Power-Lok LSD; T-176; Dana 300 LoMax 4:1 Twin-Stick; Navajo Power Brake Booster
I really can’t comment on the T-18 you have as I’ve never owned a Jeep with that trans. But, my friends both have the granny gear T-18 and it’s def not designed for cruising at 50 mph. It’s basically a 3 speed. I love my 176, but even I’d like a AX15 or something with a 5th highway gear. It’s fine around 50-55, but anything more is just not fun. I’d never want to bring it on the highway. Plenty of power, just not a great idea due to revs.