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Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by rejeep, Nov 5, 2009.

  1. Nov 5, 2009
    rejeep

    rejeep Well-Known Member 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

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    just picked up a 64 CJ5 this past weekend..
    Im still trying to sift through exactly what I purchased.....

    Frame and drivetrain look to be in good shape.. body could use some help..

    I am trying to get it started to evaluate what I got..
    I threw a battery in it and it cranks like a champ..but no fire..

    Changed the plugs and checked connections, thats about it..

    With a little gas down the carb I assume its spark related..

    I guess my first, idiotic question would be 6v or 12v? How do I tell?
    the VR on the firewall has no marking... the 12v battery I threw in there didnt blow anything up, so I am going on the assumption its a 12v system.

    I ordered new points and cond to try and get it going..

    Any suggestions on where to start..


    I will post pics and update my own info as time goes on.. just wanted to get a quick first post down..
     
    rejeep, Nov 5, 2009
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    rejeep

    rejeep Well-Known Member 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

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    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    Since 6V CJ-5s were phased out in the '50s it's pretty safe to assume it's 12V. :)

    Check for spark across the points.

    Then spark from the coil.

    Spark to the plugs.

    Fuel delivery.
     
    sparky, Nov 5, 2009
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