Lot P6803B: 1974 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade
Last Asking
$17,900
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Apr 19, 2026
VIN: J4F835TH84529
- 5k mi TMU
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Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
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Originality: Modifiedinfo
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Transmission: Manual
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Handedness: LHD
- There are 55 Jeep CJ5 (1955 to 1983) for sale right now.
Vehicle Details
Anon
“What are the most common issues with the 1974 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade’s transmission?”
The 1974 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade with a manual transmission commonly faces these issues:
- 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.
- Clutch slippage or hard pedaling due to age-related wear or improper adjustment.
- Shift fork damage (bent or worn) leading to difficulty engaging gears.
- 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?