So you're thinking about doing a restoration project, performance upgrade or just some service and repairs on your CJ? If so, this is absolutely the best Jeep CJ rebuilder resource you will find on the market. The Jeep CJ Rebuilder's Manual for the 1972-1986 CJ models is an outstanding, first class technical guide. This manual is a must have companion for the Jeep CJ owner.
A Bentley manual is known for its quality and it is without a doubt the most comprehensive manual that you will find for your Jeep CJ. The clear and easy to understand language, including detailed steps, tips and extremely helpful diagrams will empower you to complete a wide range of service, maintenance, restoration, performance or modification projects on your Jeep CJ. Whether you are a professional mechanic, or a do-it-yourself owner of the Jeep CJ, this manual will help you get the jobs done right the first time, saving you money along the way.
The author, Moses Ludel, is a very interesting guy and his life experiences prepared him well to author such an outstanding manual. He is an avid outdoorsmen and four-wheeler. He even took his first driver's license test in his family's CJ-5 Jeep. He worked as a master truck mechanic and heavy equipment operator before he earned his BS degree in Pre-Law and Sociology, with honors. He taught courses in automotive and diesel mechanics and he has more than a 20 year track record in automotive journalism. He has written several other manuals that we carry at TheMotorBookStore.
Models Included: CJ-5, CJ-6, CJ-7, CJ-8/Scrambler
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Subject: 1972-1986 Jeep CJ Rebuilder's Manual - contains DIY rebuilding instructions and procedures for the Jeep CJ 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986. ISBN-10: 0837601517 | ISBN-13: 9780837601519 | Bentley Publishers GJR2
- Disassemble Your Jeep
- Describes Front Clip and Body Tub Removal and Chassis Disassembly
- Rebuilding the Engine
- Describes all Jeep Engines
- Tips and supporting facts to help you choose the right engine type
- Engine rebuild details
- Crate or remanufactured engine assembly
- Engine accessories and peripherals
- How to protect and monitor your new engine
- Clutch and Transmission Service and Rebuilds
- Step by step procedures to rebuild the tranny
- Rebuild steps for the T-18 4-speed
- Technical description to retrofit a T-18 4-speed
- The best manual tranny retrofits
- Service and replace the clutch
- Service and upgrade the clutch linkage
- Torque settings and other important data for clutches
- Transfer Case and Overdrive Rebuild Steps
- Procedural steps to rebuild the Dana Spicer 20 and Dana 300
- Dana 300 Assembly
- Borg-Warner Quadra-Trac Overhaul
- Rebuild and Upgrade Axles
- Detailed procedures to disassemble, rebuild and assemble the front axle
- Service the steering knuckle
- Instructions for utilizing a hydraulic press to install ball joints
- Install axle shaft and and shaft u-joints
- Rear axle repair and upgrades; disassemble the Spicer/Dana 44 axle
- Procedures to install an aftermarket locker and full-floating rear axle shaft conversion
- Rebuild and install the AMC Model 20 axle
- Repair and upgrade the driveline; install u-joints; tips and procedures for custom driveshaft upgrades
- Axle Specs and other important data
- Repair Procedures for the Frame, Suspension and Body
- Frame Repair Details
- Detailed steps and tips to build a transmission/frame crossmember
- Repair/Restore springs, shackles and bushings
- Tips for body modifications and metal parts restoration
- Overview of sheet metal restoration techniques
- Methods for measuring the frame
- Brake and Steering Service and Repair
- Includes detailed procedures and tips for AMC/Jeep steering systems, linkage and columns
- Brake system repair, install and upgrades: covers OEM drum, pedal and brake adjustments, disk brake conversions
- Steps for Warn's wheel hub bearing adjustment method; OEM wheel bearing service and adjustment
- Insall wheel cyclinders, calipers, master cylinder and front hoses
- Hydraulic system upgrade and brake proportioning/metering
- Ignition System and Electrical Upgrades
- Upgrade ignition system
- Breaker point ignition overview and procedures
- Performance upgrade ignition
- Wiring diagrams
- Exhaust and Fuel System Repair, Rebuild and Upgrade
- Engine intake and filtration
- Carter one-barrel and BBD Carter two-barrel carburators
- Instructions to utilize MOPAR MPI/EFI conversion kit for the 4.2L inline six
- Exhaust system repair and upgrade procedures
