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Lot P6803B: 1974 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade

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Apr 19, 2026
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1974 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade
  • 5k mi TMU
  • Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
  • Originality: Modified
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  • Transmission: Manual
  • Handedness: LHD
  • There are 55 Jeep CJ5 (1955 to 1983) for sale right now.
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“What are the most common issues with the 1974 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade’s transmission?”

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The 1974 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade with a manual transmission commonly faces these issues:

  1. Worn synchronizers causing gear grinding, especially when shifting from first to second gear. This is frequent in T15 or T-90 transmissions used in this model.
  2. Clutch slippage or hard pedaling due to age-related wear or improper adjustment.
  3. Shift fork damage (bent or worn) leading to difficulty engaging gears.
  4. Clutch linkage misalignment causing rough shifts or inability to disengage gears.

These issues are well-documented in Jeep CJ-5 forums and repair manuals (see IH8MUD or JeepForum). For specifics, consult the 1974-1976 CJ-5 service manual. Would you like help finding a specialist or parts for repairs?