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1955-1971 CJ-5 General Specs

Description:

CJ-5 Field Guide, Kaiser Willys Catalog - Request Catalog Copy or Download

Technical Specifications

Willys CJ-5 Front View with Soft Top

Length: 135 9/16” (3,44 m.)
Width: 71 3/4” (128 cm.)
Height: (overall): 67” (170 cm.)
Ground Clearance: 8” (20,3 cm.)
Tread (Front/Rear): 48 7/16” (123 cm.)
Tire Size: 6.00-16, Front 26, Rear 28 psi
Fuel Capacity: 10 1/2 Gal.

Weight (Gross): 3,750 lb. (1701,0 kg.)
Weight (Shipping): 2,163 lb. (981,1 kg.)
Weight (Curb): 2,274 lb. (1031,5 kg.)
Electrical: 6 Volt, 12 Volt
Transmission: 3 speed T-90
Transfer Case: 2 Speed Dana 18
Front Axle: Dana 25 (1955–1960)
or Dana 27 (1961–1971)
Rear Axle: Dana 44
Wheelbase: 81” (206 cm.)
Other: 1-Piece Windshield, Fenders curve down
Engine: 4-134 F Head “Hurricane” Motor (1955–1971)
134.2 CID • 60 hp @ 4000 rpm
114 ft-lb torque @ 2000 rpm
6.48:1 compression • F-head

Engine: V6-225 “Dauntless” Motor (1966–1971)
225 CID (3.68L) • 160 hp @ 4200 rpm
235 ft-lb torque @ 2400 rpm
9.0:1 compression • OHV
Bore x Stroke: 3.75” x 3.40”

Serial Number Location(s):
Passengers side of dash (stamped on data plate).
Engine Number Location:
Stamped on a outcropping (boss) on the right front of the engine block behind the water pump.

Vehicle Identification

Main Identifying Characteristics:

Rounded front fenders, 7-slot stamped grille, heavier rounded hood, One-piece windshield with top-mounted wipers, windshield hinged to top of cowl, spare tire mounted on rear passenger side, defroster, glove box on right side of dash. Thicker, larger seats, 3" fuel filler cap, tailgate.

Model Differences by Year:

1961-1964 Tuxedo Park Mark III & IV were introduced for the CJ-5A and CJ-6A models. Chrome bumpers, hood badges, column shift, an indian-ceramic steering wheel and other accessories distinguish this trim package.

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