When did the CJ7 come out?
1976
The Jeep CJ7 This 2-door Jeep SUV first hit the road in 1976 and was a popular pick for the adventurous driver for years to come. Even today, Jeep fanatics huddle around the CJ7, a bonafide classic within the Jeep family history.
What are the specs of a 1979 Jeep CJ-7?
1979 Jeep CJ-7 258 Six Quadra-Trac automatic (aut. 3) specs Jeep CJ-7 258 Six Quadra-Trac automatic (aut. 3) , model year 1979, version for North America U.S.
When did the Jeep 258 engine come out?
The 258 used in ’72-’78 CJs, J-series pickups, and Wagoneers, some used a 1bbl carb and lower compression than later 258s. The 258 was introduced in 1971 as the standard engine in J-series pickups and Wagoneers.
What are the specs of a 1979 Jeep Renegade?
3) Market Competition 1979 Jeep CJ-7 Renegade 258 Six 4-speed (man. 4) specs Jeep CJ-7 Renegade 258 Six 4-speed (man. 4) , model year 1979, version for North America U.S.
Where does the I6 engine in a jeep come from?
The 258 inline 6 (I6) engine always came from the factory carbureted any many people complain about the Carter BBD carburetor and the maze of emmissions vacuum hoses. There are a couple articles below that can help you sort through those hoses and tune the Carter BBD.
The 258 used in ’72-’78 CJs, J-series pickups, and Wagoneers, some used a 1bbl carb and lower compression than later 258s. The 258 was introduced in 1971 as the standard engine in J-series pickups and Wagoneers.
Is there a problem with the Jeep 258 BBD?
The most common problem I see with the engine is it’s inability to idle. Between the 258 in my ’81 CJ-7 and a couple friends that have 258 equipped Wranglers, I have fixed this problem half a dozen times and the cause of the problem has always been the same.
Is the Jeep 258 CID I-6 eligible for ignition upgrade?
The Jeep 258 CID I-6 from 1978 to 1990 are eligible for this upgrade. The 258 I-6 from ’78 to ’90 used the same Motorcraft distributor for all variations. The distributor type is one of the most dependable ever released from the factory.
How to fix idle problem on Jeep 258 Carter?
Remove hoop that holds air cleaner. Remove the two screws holding the choke plate with a 3/16″ socket or small flat blade screw driver depending on what screws you have holding it. Be careful not to drop the screws down the manifold unless you enjoy fishing.