Topic: 1964 CJ5

[jvs]

Hi,

I just received a CJ5 from my Dad but it won't go above 40 mph on the road. These days, with the limited patience of some drivers, that can be a bit of a problem; even on the back roads.

Any idea on what I should look for? The engine sounds fine and it seems like the tranny is ok too. I'm stumped.

Thanks,

jvs

[Jeffy]

Either look for a old Warn Saturn Underdrive or go with the Advance Adaptor Saturn Underdrive.  It will allow you to do 65mph.  Top speed for that Jeep though should be 55mph.  You just need to rev it so it sounds like the engine's gonna explode.

Larger dia. tires would also help.

[chardrc]

ya what jeffy said.. we have a cj3a with an overdrive adn its nice especialy since we got the heade rinstaled on it so it had enough power to acelerate in overdrive..

[jvs]

Thanks guys, I'll look for that. One question though......how will that affect the low end speed?

Thanks,

jvs

[Jeffy]

Thanks guys, I'll look for that. One question though......how will that affect the low end speed?

Thanks,

jvs

It doesn't.  Basically the overdrive can be turned on or off with an extra shifter.  This gives you double your existing gears.

[Chad]

JVS does it wobble at all at 40 mph?

[jvs]

No, it doesn't wobble, just seems to top out at 45, perhaps a bit less.

James