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1974 CJ5 Axle Swap & Spring Over Conversion

Front when started. Stock with slightly bigger tires (31s).

Rear after spring over.

Steel used to make front spring hanger.

Front hangers made from steel shown above. Started with square tube.

Rear hanger made from square tube above by cutting center hole, cutting round tube, and welding it into place. Rubber bushings are from a stock Chevy.

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Front hanger mounted on spring. Using 2001 Wrangler springs. They are wider, longer, and provide more flex.

Rear hanger with tube insert mounted on shackle and spring.

Rear hanger tack welded in place.

Front hanger for rear spring tack welded on frame

Side view of mock up.

Rear view. Primary purpose of the swap, wider stance. The tires are rollers (305x75-16).



Front hangers for front springs and bumper made from square tube.  

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Rear hanger for front springs mounted to an outboard made from angle iron. Then reinforced with cussets.

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Front view.

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