Re: Tub swap V.S. Running Gear swap??? CJ7

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08-26-2003 | 11:22 PM

Harold Hoover

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Re: Tub swap V.S. Running Gear swap??? CJ7

I would opt for moving the '83 tub to the '77 as the '77 is likely to
have less smog equipment.

Suburban 88 wrote:
>
> Here's what I've got...
> 1. 77' cj-7 with a nice 304, 3sp, glass fenders and windshield frame,
> and an ok (patched frame) but a BAD tub. It's REALLY rusted!!!
>
> 2. 83' cj-7 with a ok tub, frame looks good(no patches, and very
> little rust), but may be bent up front, both axils have been rebuilt,
> no motor - tranny - or drive shafts...
>
> Here's the question. Would putting the good tub and axils on our 77'
> be easier than putting the 304, trany, transfer, driveshafts, and
> fenders on the 83'??? The 83' did a nose over and crushed the front
> end during a crash. I'm not sure where to find good specks on the
> frame to check if it's bent!!! And if I had them, wouldn't know how
> and where to measure to check. Looks good, but I'd hate to pull the
> 304 and trany if it's isn't going to to fit due to a bent front end...
> I'm in a tough spot. This would be my first major build project and
> have some help here and there, but needed to get these questions
> answered before starting. Please note this is a summer project
> between a few guys with not much cash. No plans for offroad, just
> piece something together for running around this summer. If anyone
> has any suggestions or thoughts, please let me know. Thanks for your
> help,
> Nick

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