Hey guys, I am new to this forum. I have posted a general introduction already, but I have many questions that you expert jeep enthusiasts can probably answer or at least provide insight towards.
I am looking to buy a 62-71 Jeep Gladiator with the Rhino grill. I absolutely love the look of the Rhino grill.
Questions:
1: Are there certain things (rust obviously, but other things as well) that I should be watching out for on these old jeeps that point to abuse or are just bad omens? Would like to know if there was anything that you wish you knew when you bought your first older Jeep. Also, specific spots that tend to rust?
2: What is the best way to source parts for these old jeeps? How big of an issue is it going to be getting access to parts? I dont expect it to be easy.
3: Is there a place where I can get wiring diagrams, specs, and other things of that nature?
4: Has anyone ever tried swapping the engine out to an EFI system engine (I am MUCH more comfortable with EFI)? I realize that there is the whole nostalgia against changing things from stock, and if it is the easiest rout to take I will probably leave it stock. I dont plan on changing every little detail of the Jeep, that would take away from its classic appeal. I would however like an EFI engine if possible.
5: In relation to my above question, I read somewhere that swapping the Gladiators that have the I6 with a newer Jeep 4.0 I6 engine can be done fairly easily, any more info on that? I am a big fan of the Jeep I6 4.0.
6: Is there a place I can go to buy these? I am not opposed to traveling long distances to acquire one of these, so long as it is worth the distance. The more complete the better.
7: Other general information you think I should know. I will say I have not ever messed with a vehicle this old. I am a younger person, I have never messed with a carb (other than the one on my lawnmower) and I have never messed with anything older than 1987 (still EFI). That being said I have done my fair share of work on cars.
Thanks guys!
-Tyler
I am looking to buy a 62-71 Jeep Gladiator with the Rhino grill. I absolutely love the look of the Rhino grill.
Questions:
1: Are there certain things (rust obviously, but other things as well) that I should be watching out for on these old jeeps that point to abuse or are just bad omens? Would like to know if there was anything that you wish you knew when you bought your first older Jeep. Also, specific spots that tend to rust?
2: What is the best way to source parts for these old jeeps? How big of an issue is it going to be getting access to parts? I dont expect it to be easy.
3: Is there a place where I can get wiring diagrams, specs, and other things of that nature?
4: Has anyone ever tried swapping the engine out to an EFI system engine (I am MUCH more comfortable with EFI)? I realize that there is the whole nostalgia against changing things from stock, and if it is the easiest rout to take I will probably leave it stock. I dont plan on changing every little detail of the Jeep, that would take away from its classic appeal. I would however like an EFI engine if possible.
5: In relation to my above question, I read somewhere that swapping the Gladiators that have the I6 with a newer Jeep 4.0 I6 engine can be done fairly easily, any more info on that? I am a big fan of the Jeep I6 4.0.
6: Is there a place I can go to buy these? I am not opposed to traveling long distances to acquire one of these, so long as it is worth the distance. The more complete the better.
7: Other general information you think I should know. I will say I have not ever messed with a vehicle this old. I am a younger person, I have never messed with a carb (other than the one on my lawnmower) and I have never messed with anything older than 1987 (still EFI). That being said I have done my fair share of work on cars.
Thanks guys!
-Tyler
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