I now own a YJ body( and the frame also) and functioning if not somewhat rusted CJ. Can someone point to a website or suggest a manual that can help me link the two up. 
Some mention of a slight modification to the engine mounts has been made. What if I used the YJ frame and mounted my CJ drive train. Just looking for any helpful advice.
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Quote from "Magnum79"
I now own a YJ body( and the frame also) and functioning if not somewhat rusted CJ. Can someone point to a website or suggest a manual that can help me link the two up.
Some mention of a slight modification to the engine mounts has been made. What if I used the YJ frame and mounted my CJ drive train. Just looking for any helpful advice.i would use the yj frame. i know for a fact its in perfect shape, so its a great starting point.
Try looking around the cj forums on JU, or do a search on pirate in the jeep forum. theres alot of info out there. -
I would second the yj frame, regardless of drivetrain. Much stronger and wider as well.
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum…ighlight=yj+frame+cj+body
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Personally i just refurbished the CJ frame and drive train and used a YJ tub. I can tell you what i had to do if you were interested, or come take a look at it at the shop some day.
On the other hand. If you go to a YJ tub and frame, then its not a CJ anymore and i'd say you lose the charm of the old jeep. But using the YJ frame gives you the upgrade for suspension and i believe a few other things.
If you go with YJ, i would just get the beefier 4.0 and be done with it all. As i have heard, FI is always eventually in the cards.
My 2 cents
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