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1976 AMC-Jeep DJ-5D Postal Delivery Vehicle

I would like to thank everyone for their comments.

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We welcome ALL comments. Especially comments or references to other DJ5D's.

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cool page dad

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I was glad to see your DJ5D. I have a 1975 with the same engine etc.. Mine was in pretty good shape until early May when a person hit me, bent the frame ruined the radiator et al. I have been repairing it my self so the job is going rather slowly. The right hand drive really helped out in the wreck because I was hit on the left front, therefore I did not take the impact head on as I would have in a standard left hand drive vehicle. I have the original service manuals for my jeep but I was wondering if you might have some suggestions on where parts may me obtained.

Again, I am glad for the opportunity to look at your machine and I am glad that there are other people who appreciate Postal Jeeps and recognise their importance as bonified americana.

Harry Bryant Jackson, Mississippi

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Hi Mark, I like what you did to your Jeep. I recently bought a '73 model DJ5 with a 232 inline six, right hand drive, 3 speed automatic. It has a brand new rebuild on the motor. Less than 1,000 miles. The body was in excellent shape. Only very minor surface rust in a few areas. One minor dent in the driver side door. I plan to fix it soon. I have really enjoyed the Jeep so far. I'm looking forward to spring. I'm thinking of starting a postal Jeep page of my own. Would you mind if I link to you? Maybe we could start a postal Jeep Webring. He he. Oh well, just thought I'd say hi. Good luck with your Jeep...Gary

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what's up i am really interested in cj's and looking into buying one could you e mail me with some info about them if you have any otherwise anything else dealing with jeeps thanks brian-

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Damn fine job on the Jeep, but surely that exhaust pipe would be ripped off the vehicle over the first speed hump %-} 73's de vk2hob

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great job on the Jeep! the doors were a great improvement do ya'll know where to find cheap postal jeeps? they are hard to find in the Memphis area

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i own a 1976 postal jeep that i put a 4inch lift on it. also plan to convert to 4wheel drive.when i lift the jeep i had to make custom parts for the suspension. pictures may come some day.

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Dropped by again. I like what you've done to the page. I voted for you in the car show....Gary

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do you no where i can get parts we have a dj5 and in s.c it is very hard to find parts it needs a lot of work we have two of them one we have to use for parts the traney is shot in it and i am running out of parts please if you no where we can get a catalog or place that sells these parts please replay my wife run's a mail route and we are desp to find a plase to get parts i think you have done a wonderfull job on your jeep but if you can help us it wood be a grate favor e-mail sgarner644@aol.com

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Hey I think you did a great restoration job on that old jeep.

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I have a 84 jeep CJ-7 and I think it is cool what you did.

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Greetings from Colorado Springs, CO. Nice job, interesting project. I'm in the midst of a '73 FJ-40 project myself, just trying to get the brakes to function correctly has been a chore, but its getting there. Happy gear whine, Mike

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GREAT!!! , NEED HELP FINGING PARTS FOR A DJ-5D

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By far the coolest restored mail jeep i've ever landed my eyes on

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I JUST BOUGHT A 1983 DJ-5 FROM THE LOCAL POST OFFICE AND WOULD LIKE TO RESTORE IT. BUT I CAN'T FIND AND MANUALS AND HAVING TROUBLE WITH PARTS AS WELL, ANT HELP WOULD BE APPRICIATED. THANKS IN ADVANCE. -STEVE

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I own a 1975 DJ-5D postal Jeep. Mine has a 232 and an automatic similar to yours, But mine has LEFT hand drive. I purchased it from my neighbor about 6 months ago for $100 dollars and a little yard work. It was sitting in her yard for 3 years before I got to it. I replaced the starter and it started. I replaced the exhaust, the electronic ignition module, the heater coil, installed new brakes, new tires, a stereo, and many other things that can't remember now. It runs great with very little engine work. I have done much body work and it is now primed grey. I am 17 and just got my license and have driven over 1,000 miles, it has 41,862 miles on it. I have visited Micheals Jeep page and mine is very similar to his.

John Hubbard New York, Long Island.

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Great job on the jeep and the page. A friend of mine is looking for a fiberglass body for his postal jeep. Have you heard of anyone that makes them. Thanks

73's de KE4JJH

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Loved the sound track to your web sight. Congradulations on your successful restoration, but on my computor your little jeep looked pink in color? I'm hoping I can locate a postal jeep of my oun one of these day.

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MARK, WHAT SIZE RIM AND TIRE COMBO DID YOU USE?

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I recently purchased a 1977 DJ5D with the steering wheel on the left side. It has the 232 AMC engine with a 727 Chrysler transmission. It has some problems, and needs some parts I can't seem to find. I need a speedometer cable with the typical AMC screw-on fitting behind the dash, and an old Chrysler-type transmission end. The gas gauge doesn't work, and as far as I can tell, it's either the wiring or the gauge, or both. The float seems to be O.K. The large rubber hose from the gas filler hole to the side of the gas tank is cracked. Do you have a parts source where I might find these items? I would really appreciate any help you can provide. Thanx for your help!

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Was in looking for information for the hubby on the wiring on the speedometer for the 75-76 Postal Jeep and couldn't find anything. Any sugestions on where to locate such information? The books for the 77 he has are different. Also love the jeep moving from one side of the screen to the other. I Have the same jeep but no motion on the web page I am working on. Where did you find the animated version? tnformation.....Peggie

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i just bought a 1977 DJ-5D with barely 80,000 miles. The outside was already filled and painted. The interior needs work-thought of tiger hair on the hole,then using tar and sheet metal for the rest. Only paid $600.00!! By the way-you guys did a great job.

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CCHHRROOMMEE ON A POSTAL

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CCHHRROOMMEE ON A POSTAL WELL ITS NOT MINE I REMOVED ALL TO PIECES OF CHROME PUT BY THE PRIVIOUS OWNER BEFORE I DROVE IT AWAY EVER SEE A SCRAMBLER 4X4 BASED POSTAL

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nice resto job quality job all around nice touch with the doors

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i recently bought one of these jeeps too,mine is in better shape,but not by much! though mines a 78.any resto stores or shops you can tell me about? i need some wiring and misc. any help would be greatly appreciated! :) thx!!!!!!!!!

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I have a 74dj and I am down to one key can you tell me where I can get more key blanks.

Thank you Brett

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AWESOME!!!!

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i have also fully restored my dj5 but i also motified it to look like a cj5 but kept the right hand drive. i am going to start a club here in las vegas soon. ive met a lot of dj5 owners

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Nice Jeep

My father has a DJ-5 that he uses on a mail route. Maybe I can convince him to fix it up like yours.

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Hey, Guys... How can I find out what a 1976 Jeep DJ-5D is worth? There is a guy in my area who is selling one and I have no idea what it is worth and he is asking for the "best offer"... He has done alot of work on it, including a soft-top conversion... Can you give me some advice? It would be greatly appreciated... Thanx in advance, Tim }:-)

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am in the market for a Postal Jeep, but can't seem to find one. Any info is greatly appreciated.

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if you know of anywhere (the internet, government auctions, whatever) where I can purchase a postal jeep, please e-mail MINDLOSER@aol.com and let me know. Thanks, -Jonathan

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Nice job!! But I am amazed that you and so many of your respondents actually raised the body/chassis. My DJ measured 18" from ground to the bottom of the body bone stock. As this was a hot rod project, I went to great lengths to bring it down. It sits 5" lower now, plus the top's been chopped 5". Thus the roof is 10" lower than stock, which almost brings it down to the same height as a standard car. Small block Chevy, many other mods. I'm new to this computer bit, dunno how to put a photo on line, but hope to soon , as it's for sale. email me at above address if you'd like any more details. And by the way, I don't understand your door mods. Not the wheel radius part, but the operating part. Can you explain? Regards

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I live in the Chicago Area and was wondering where you got your jeep to begin with. PLease e-mail if you can!

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the jeep looks great! I was wondering if you could give me a few bits of info. I am interested in getting a postal jeep, but I want to make sure that I'm not getting in over my head. I don't know a great deal about working on cars, but I'm not afraid to learn. Well, cutting to the chase: 1) Where did you get the jeep from? 2) was it expensive? 3) how much car know-how do you think one needs to fix it up? 4) Was the restoration expensive?

I'd really appreciate any help you could give me.

Thanks for your time.

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I liked the look of what you've done, I just bought a 1983 4 cyl. and need all the help I can get ! keep in touch!

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sorry I don't know about any car shows especially because I am in Los Angeles, California. But I did enjoy your website I like the little fluffy clouds. I was wondering if you guys knew what kind of gas cap fits the Postal Jeep. I've had a really hard time trying to find one for my PJ. The guys at the Auto Parts store are really clueless and keep selling me the wrong one! Do you know which one will fit? I would be so appreciative if you e-mailed back. Thank You!

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You've done a super job on the DJ! I bet it was nice to have all the boys together for the project.

I have a 70 DJ-5B body which, considering I live in Minnesota, is very rust-free. Under the hood is a 232, which surprised the heck out of me the first time I jumped on it!

I plan on doing a complete conversion, chop the top, add a roll-bar, lift the suspension, etc. ad nauseum.

I would greatly appreciate any tips you can provide.

One of the troubling questions I have involves the suspension. My Jeep has the front leaf springs under the axle. Can you safely do a 'spring-over' i.e. springs on top of the axle?

Again, any help would sure be appreciated!

Thanx, Jeff

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Wow guys that looks great. I am thinking of Buying PJ .. the guy wants to sell it for $450. Needs a valve job and and the tranny seal replaced.. a worthy investment ? please let me know, VW's have been my previous area of expertise... thanks James.

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Did you put four wheel drive on your jeep? If yes please e-mail me telling me how you did this.

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looking at a 77 postal jeep. thinking that something might be wrong with the transmission. how do I check. and if it is how hard are they to work on? thank you for you help. Bruce

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I really like what you did with it. I have a 1975 DJ5D, it has about 73,000 original miles on it. I dunno if that is wholly true, as it could have cycled a few times. I have overhauled the carb, put in a manual choke, a 120 watt Rampga Audio system W/ 4 6x9s, a 600 watt inverter, and an ammo ase in the front (It IS olive drab)for storage of stuf. It has a new interior, a roof that has a camoflauge top, and the floor is covered in a rubber mat. Unfortunately I still need to fix the leak (When it rains, water seeps in through the left air vent. The water has almost eaten through the floor. I plan on putting a winch, stinger missile ammo case on top, and 4 halogen lights in front of the case. Possibly having the engine wholly rebuilt. I scraped the exhaust and intake manifolds clean myself, and puttied the intake manifold.

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looks great! Am in the process of restoring a 1978 postal jeep but am having trouble locating parts. can you help?

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Do you guys know where i can find a schematic for the wires in a postal Jeep...Mine is a DJ-5L....I am doing a restoration of my own. Started June 6 ....It's only got 43k miles and runs great...just has some minor body and electrical problems i woulds appreciate some info Thanks alot if you can help

Corey Phillips..Dallas TX.

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hey , your site is preety cool . here is some info. you and all the postal jeep fans can use.

contact four wheeler road tests at 3330 ocean park blvd. suite 115 santa monica ca. 90405 here the project is named jeep for cheap (1975 jeep dj-5 (postal jeep) itruns from 4/93 to 8/94 they cost about $3.00 pre reprint .

good luck . Mr. Lee

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Nice job I have a 76 DJ5D L/H DRIVE,6 CYL ,that I purchased about 6 yrs ago. It goes on the beach,in the dirt,snow ,pulls a 23 ft camper and is the only one around with dual glass packs and cruise. I picked it up then for $600 from the Post Office with 39000 origional miles and I saw all the origional paperwork and work orders. Every time I get gas in the 11 gal fuel tank some kid wants to buy it . I tell them no because I'm a 52 year old kid that has fun with his toy truck,every kid needs a toy,RIGHT? STAN

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MARK I HAVE A 76 DJ5D AND I'M HAVING TROUBLE BLEEDING THE BACK WHEELS. I CAN'T SEEN TO GET ALL THE AIR OUT AND ITS STILL TAKES AFEW PUMPS. MY WIFE IS A POSTAL CARRIER, AND IF I DON'T DO SOME THING SOON, SHE IS GOING "POSTAL" ON ME!!!!! THANKS, STAN TRUSSVILLE,AL

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Where did you get your postal jeep and how much did you pay, if you don't mind me asking. I want to buy one myself and am monitoring the "local" GSA auctions. There will be one nearby tomorrow, but there are no postal jeeps in the inventory to be auctioned. Any information you could share would be helpful. Thanks.

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whats up? i just bought a '82 dj-5 and i am begining to restore it i cant wait. i saw some of your pics and it looks very similar to how mine is i was just wondering if u had any tips that could help me on my way this is a great page and u have a great jeep thanks

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I have a mail jeep that I am going to restore for my wife, she work for the post office, I am hoping you can give me some info on where to find parts. hope you can help Thank You

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Hi mark trying to find out Info. on a 1960`s jeep called DJ I myself work for JEEP Toledo but on vaca right now I was at my stepfathers, he showed me a picture of a 1960 pink & white canvase top pink & white stripped looks like puraid car. side of car was low cut no side windows have know idea if it`s 4-weelor not. I have a 1966 & 67 NOVA both 2dr hdtps also my 4yr old boy is just starting to give me some time in my garage but thats a whole other thing. Thanks fore any help or directoin you can give.Gary the JEEP worker TOLEDO OHIO

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good job i have a 79 red with silver stripes

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Hi, Nice page. Just wrote to comment that if you haven't already, there is an AMC webring to register this page to as well. There are already a few Jeep pages on there, so don't be afraid to get on the AMC "webwagon."

J. Bowler

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I am interested in your wheels, tires and how you made the doors open. What size wheels and tires do you have? Could I make mine work without the lift kit? I have a 77 pj with original tires and 15" wheels. Thanks in advance

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Preston,
As far as the wheels...... I am using Dodge Van rims, 15". They are wider so I had to modify the doors. I placed 3/4" spacers between the body and the door slide. This lets the door open without rubbing the tires. I also cut the door to match the wheel well cutout, and body filled the door where cut. Most people don't notice it, and think thats the way it was made. I still had a little rum on the well when I his a bump. I put on a single leaf overload spring and a 2" spring lift kit. Be warned, I bought an alum molded lift kit, and it broke. I had a friend take some 2" square tubing and weld end caps and weld a bolt to act as an axle stud. This make for a much sturdier lift kit.
Mark.

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Nice page,especially the jeep better than the car show pic. Just a bit of warning..we are fighting with Infinity Ins Co because our '73 postal jeep was totaled on the job and they can't find a replacement or a recent sale so will only pay $1800. Our baby was in great shape (rebuilt engine, new brakes,etc) and now we can have the $$ but no jeep...We have to start all over, fortunately no one was hurt but our pocketbook...keep up the good work.

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I AM LOOKING FOR SOME ONE 2 RESTORE MY 71 JEEP CJ5 . IF YOU HAVE ANY INTREST OR KNOW SOMEONE PLEASE LET ME KNOW THANKS MUCH ANDREW SHAFFER

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Your site is nice and your Jeep looks great. I beg to differ though, I collect Jeeps--girls can have their toys also.

I just purchased a 1977 DJ5 Postal Jeep-right hand drive: any suggestions on where to find new doors or mirrors? Please respond, mine definitely needs help. Thanks, Carri

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looks great. ive had one for a year now and never thought to do much more than deliver mail out of it. now ive got a new rh drive saturn it might be time to have fun with the old jeep

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were do I find one?

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This is great!! I've always wanted to get a postal jeep. Your pictures help me limp by untill I own one. Please e-mail me if you get more pictures and/or info. Thanks. P.S. There is a man near where I live that sells jeep parts, it's called Jeep Acres, I don't have the address now, but I'll get it to you if you like.

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Enjoyed looking at your Jeep. Have a backyard full of Jeep Pickups that I am restoring. Anyone needing parts for Postal Jeeps should contact Leon Rosser (205) 424-1640 or WWW.ThinkJeep.com and email Info@ThinkJeep.Com. Happy Jeeping!

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Owner of a 1979 DJ5F Postal Jeep (Camo Paint Job)

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I just turned 18 and am now in the position to start fixing up my DJ5D jeep. However this will not be your average rebuild considering I've already re-welded the front axel to mount below the springs and have added 31 inch tires and rear traction bars to stabilize the 4.5 inch rear blocks. My question is; have you ever heard of this sort of project being undertaken before? It would seem that you would be optimum to ask seeing as you would have heard of these or maybe another freak like me has written to you. I would appreciate a reply. Todd Frost, Rancho Cucamonga,C.A.

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Just purchased today in fact a 1974 DJ5! Love that bad boy! It's been sitting for quite some time and any suggestions on where to begin would be appreciated. It's very hesitant to start, almost sounding flooded, drowns out....what is most commonly needed to be done as far as the engine? Appreciate your experience.....Actually my wife lovess it as much as I do....any comments, suggestions,advice is much appreciated! Glad to see there are others who are as enthusiastic about these little dinasours....

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I just bought a 1972 DJ5....and my daughter wants to drive it. She is uncomfortable with the right side drive. Do you know of any conversion kits? Is conversion possible? Any leads would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks.

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just bought 2 also. (1 runs 1 parts) I am having a hard time finding a good supplier for the little things, ie rubber moldings and parts manuels. would apprieciat any leads on finding these. both jeeps have inline 6 cyc 1 with a 232 the other a 258.

thanks

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I, too, have a postal jeep. I have been trying to restore it, but you can imagine how difficult it is for one girl without much money. Good Luck, and Thank you for your page. =)

Sincerely, Marilyn

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Looks great guys! I live up in Litchfield and a '76 DJ has been my primary transportation for over two years. I'll keep my eyes open for your ride whenever I'm down in your area.

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hey i bought a 71 dj 5d i want to put seats in the back how would one one do that nice job you did what size tires can i put on this i got og rims on now can i also get shocks for it still

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hey i bought a 71 dj 5d i want to put seats in the back how would one one do that nice job you did what size tires can i put on this i got og rims on now can i also get shocks for it still

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Your page looks really nice..enjoyed it!! I have a 1978 postal jeep that I bought at a salvage yard and fixed up to run my rural route for the post office. I am in the need for some weather stripping. If you know where I can get the weather stripping, I would apprecite you emailing me the information. Thanks Brenda Gundersen

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Found your page onmy lunch break today....enjoyed the heck out of it! I've been a jeep fan since I was six years old(1966)...had a few and lookin for one now....may have to 'GO POASTAL' Hahahahaaa I'll check again sometime....I'd like to hear how the 350 'fit'.

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I´m Mexican and I have a willys 1942 CJ2-A, I hope yuo write me back.

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love the dj model and just found one $800 auto lot san antonio,tx and restoring. just started and would like know where got most parts ? jc whitney? i have no info engine for gaskets/seals/carb/or the transmission! any help please. enjoyed your web page. keep jeepin. ken/texas

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I bought a jeep postal for $150 dollors about 6 months ago its the best thing that has happend to me in a long time.People at shcool thought I was stupid at first but now they want to trade their cars for mine.THAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Hello, From what I understand, all right hand postal jeeps can be turned into left hand by turning the steering links upside down and moving the steering column to the left. I live here in Knoxville, Tn. There was a jeep rental place in Pigeon Forge, Tn. (Dollywood) called "Jeepers" which had over 100 postal jeeps which had been converted to a civilian looking model and all had left hand drives. They were all cute. The tops were cut off and convertible (removable) tops were installed. They were all painted neon colors and each given names with a little artwork on the rears of each one. Have you investigated turning them into left hand drives? They're supposed to be a retrofit using all existing parts. Sincerely, Julian Burke

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I admire the effort that you are putting into customizing a jeep, or any vehicle for that matter. I will be honest, I never thought that anyone would WANT much less CUSTOMIZE a postal jeep. However, all the more power to you. Hope it turns out the way you want.

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Could you give me the firing order for a Jeep DJ 5B 8511 ... I would really appreciate it ... it is a straight 6 cylinder

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is it possible to put a back seat in my mail jeep.

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Man!! what a page!!! It's a good one, But it took awile to load. Keep up the good work on the Jeep. My wife run's a 1973 DJ5-C That she found for $300.00 and is still using it on a real Mail Rt., 40 miles long each day. The motor runs good but the body is falling down around the wheels?? Looks like its time to plug the welder in and start fixin'

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Hello I have a postal jeep which I just purchased and I was trying to find some body parts for it I was wondering if you could point me to any suppliers who helped in your restoration. Thanks for your time -Ari-

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i love my DJ-5.and i haven't even driven it yet

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I have a 1969 DJ-5. I was thinking of putting a CJ-5 tub on it, and I can't seem to find anyone who knows if it will fit correctly. Your help would be appriciated, thanks.

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I recently bought a 1975 AMC postal jeep and was wondering if you know of any places where I could get replacement or aftermarket parts. I was also wondering what engine they came with that year and what make it is because I know Amc contracted out to many engine makers Thanks Jan

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Have you ever seen a picture of a DJ-6 anywhere, especially on the Internet anywhere? I'm trying to complete my Jeep history page on my web site, and the DJ-6 is the only picture I'm missing. Thanks.

http://www.off-road.com/~gone-jpn

P.S. - I like your music!

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where do i get parts for my 1975 Dj,6 cyl,auto, and which other jeeps interchange(dot 5 brake fliud?))

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Im looking for infomation on a 1946 Willis jeep. Can you help me out?

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Im looking for infomation on a 1946 Willis jeep. Can you help me out?

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I recently purchased a 1974 DJ-5 (experimental model) and have had trouble finding parts, (namely a fuel pump and door handle). I live in Austin Texas. Let me know if you know where I can Order parts. Thanks!

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I would like to know if you have any repair manuals specifically for postal jeeps. Thank you, from one crazy postal jeep lover to another.

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Nice page. I'm thinking about getting a DJ-5D and I found your page very informitive

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i bought a 75' postal and want to put in a lift kit,interior,light rack, and stereo system. any tips? i really need info on the electric system.

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do you know how much 1941-1945 jeep willys cost and how much they will cost to be repaired if necessary

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I just bought a DJ-5F for $300 and I was wondering how I could clear wider tires with the sliding doors. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated. Thank you....AJ

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Hello, My name is Eric and I own a 1983 DJ-5 Postal Jeep. My question pertains to the rims... I went to put custom wheels on my jeep only to find out that they wouldn't fit on the front due to the oversized brakes. How do I get custome wheels to fit? Can I get them to fit on the oversized brakes or do I have to put standard brakes on it? For comments and suggestions will be graetly appreciated. Thanx Eric.

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I would like to buy your jeep for mail delivery. Please contact me.

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I am 14 and I just bought a 1978 CJ7 for $500 dollars it is torn to shreds I am tearing of the body and keeping the frame we are buying a new fiberglass body everything is laying on the floor of my garage so far it has been really fun talk to you later. RYAN from Jacksonville

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I have a DJ-5G. I understand your feelings toward your Jeep. They're fun unique but parts are a hassel. Keep up the work, its worth it!

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Have a 71 Dj5 that I restored with a roll cage, Rancho suspension, 32" tires, chrome rims, desert storm tan color. Has the 232 motor. Everybody that sees it loves it. People always ask me if I want to sell it. Place out here in So. California called Safaricar restores them profesionally. They do a beautiful job. They also have about every part you could ask for. Probably much easier to install an AMC 390 motor than the Olds motor. Anyway, good luck with your project. They make a wonderfull offroad vehicle. Bob Vincent Whittier, Calif.

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I also own a DJ I painted it flat olive green, lifted it 2 inches, put Super Swamper tires on it, put RCI racing seats in it made a custom rear jerrican,shovel and HiLift rack, put a tow bar on the front and made a custom overhead console that houses a C.B. Unfortunatly I blew up the engine on a recent fourwheel trip. I am replacing it with a rebuilt 350 along with a trans, transfercase, and front axle from an earlier CJ. POSTAL JEEPS RULE!! Please keep up on your cool site. JTV.

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I also own a DJ I am 18 years old and did all the work I painted it flat olive green, lifted it 2 inches, put Super Swamper tires on it, put RCI racing seats in it made a custom rear jerrican,shovel and HiLift rack, put a tow bar on the front and made a custom overhead console that houses a C.B. Ialso put 2 lights facing forward and one facing the rear. I also put an Optima battery in it. Unfortunatly I blew the engine on a recent fourwheel trip. I am replacing it with a rebuilt 350 along with a trans, transfercase, and front axle from an earlier CJ.I also plan on upgrading the rear 2 piece axle shafts with heavyduty 1 piece ones from Currie. I also plan on changing the gears to 4.10's and installing a Detroit in the rear and a Lock-Rite in the front with Warn manual hubs. POSTAL JEEPS RULE!! Please keep up on your cool site. JTV.

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i was wondering if you could give me info on your motor swap. i heard that there is a kit for it. any info would help

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Hi! just wanted to let ya'll know I just bought 2 mail jeeps. A 75'DJ-5D and a 79'DJ-5G. Am fixen' them up. Seem to be real work horses. Just got on with the post office as a rural carrier and didn't take me long to realize that a right-hand steering jeep was the way to go! I lovingly named the the one I drive now "Rolling Thunder" HEHEHEE! bye for now! cabbie

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Hey Mark, Pretty neat site! I currently am a proud owner of a '98 Wrangler, and am very interested in finding and restoring one of the old DJ's. Just curious who you contacted on finding parts. I have pretty much come to dead ends with the ppl I have reached. Any help would be appreciated! B

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I have a 1977 DJ5 postal jeep for sale. What I would like to know, if you could help me is to find a fair market value. Thanks Denise

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You folks did a fantastic job on your web page. I'm curious though about your choice in Jeep. I live in southern California and couldn't find a DJ on a used car lot to save my life. CJ, Yj, Tj no problem but if you tried to give away a 2wheel drive DJ I'm afraid it wouldn't work. They cant handle the freeways here(can't do 80 don't bother)and posses no recreational qualities. However if you know people who are in the market for parts or complete cheap post a message on your page. I know of two on the road both used for food delivery within an industrial complex(never used on the street). I also know of about 40 that just sit because nobody will buy them last I heard the owner would take bids on the lot!? Perhaps this could help you find difficult to acuire parts. I don't mean to be insulting, please understand that in order to enjoy the great outdoors here you must travel from 900 feet above sea level to 7000 ft. in 40 minutes. Riverside to Bigbear.

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I drive a 1975 postal jeep in sunny CA. I have it painted flat black. I bought it for $100 and it runs great. I drive it eveywhere. 6 cyl 232 cubic engine.

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This site is cool as hell my friend has a Dj5 that is stil 2wd thatn is lifted and a sweet off road machine

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Mark after all this time I finally got connected to the web even though it is kinda cheesy! sorry I have not been able to help lately Next time you change a transmission wear lots of padding on your hands, the guy helping might not be paying much attention to the business at hand!!!

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I saw your page and had to ask how difficult it was to put in the 350 and trans? I have a dj5-c and the straight 6 is broke and finding another has been impossible. If the conversion is fairly staight forward I would love the power of a V-8 rumbling under the hood. I would appreciate any info you could give. By the way have you ever seen the "Jeep for cheap" articles from Four Wheeler magazine? If you have would you know where I might get some copies? Thanks, Brian

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I have a 1987 jeep cherokee and i want to make it a right hand drive do you know where i can get the dual controls for that.

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thought it was mydad did you hehe any way emmm ya

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i'm selling an 89 jeep wrangler "sahara" runs good needs some work if intrested e-mail me

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i will get my jeep after seeing your site do you have some help for a new jeep lover i want a jeep no a/c & no back seat will that keep the price down???????

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I THINK YOUR JEEP IS AWSOME. I WOULD HAVE NEVER THOUGHT A MAIL JEEP COULD LOOK GOOD BUT YOU PROVED ME WRONG. THANK YOU. YOU DEFFINATELY HAVE A BEAUTIFUL JEEP!

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Very good, Im mexican , anda I love the Jeeps, but in Mexico dont sale accesories. what i can do?

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Very good, Im mexican , anda I love the Jeeps, but in Mexico dont sale accesories. what i can do?

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Well assuming your son Adam is the other restoration site on the webring I would like to tell you his response section at the bottom of his page isn't working. I tried several times to ask questions but it wouldn't work. Hopefully you can answer my question. The spare carrier on the back has me wondering what it would take to build one. If you could supply a few pics and some measurements of it I would love to build one for my 73 dj. Carring the spare in the back cargo area is a pain and of course I would have to add some extra mounts for other equipment to it for mine. I f you could assist me in this I would be glad to give you the spec's for mine when I finish it and would post them on the Postal Jeep page in the Bulletin Board or Shop tipps section. Thanks, Brian Moody

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Well assuming your son Adam is the other restoration site on the webring I would like to tell you his response section at the bottom of his page isn't working. I tried several times to ask questions but it wouldn't work. Hopefully you can answer my question. The spare carrier on the back has me wondering what it would take to build one. If you could supply a few pics and some measurements of it I would love to build one Okay this is for all the people who have written you asking for help finding or restoring DJs (postal jeeps). The best place to find info on parts and restoration is at the Postal jeep page, www.postaljeep.com . This site has links to parts suppliers and the bulletin board section will allow you to ask questions. Most people that cruise this area will help you with anything pertaining to postals. As for where to find a DJ, well the goverment has stopped selling them to the public so you will have to keep your eyes open or post a request for one on the Postal jeep page bulletin board. There is also a place in ,I think Georgia or Alabama, that sells them. There is a link to this companies site on the PJ page and right now they are selling for about $3000-$3500. These jeeps have been gone over and are in really good shape. The company is called AAA Motors and supplies many parts as well. The engine conversion is pretty straight foward but can vary in difficulty depending on what year and motor is in your jeep. The easiest conversions are 350 V8/turbo 350/400 trans or 3.8 V6 and same trans as the V8. If you are lucky enough to have a 71 or earlier with the 151 4cylinder Powerglide tranny combo you can drop a 350 (or pretty much any gmc V8) right in and bolt it up to the original transmission and off you go. When purchasing a dj watch out for the later model Audi motors. These motors have some problems with warped heads and piston rings. Make sure to do a thorough test drive and have a knowledgable friend or mechanic check it. Problems with this engine of course won't matter if you convert to a V8 or 6 cylinder but if your short on mechanical knowledge or cash you will be better off to keep looking. I hope these tips help everyone out there and keep you JEEPIN!!!

Good luck, Brian Moody

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Well assuming your son Adam is the other restoration site on the webring I would like Okay this is for all the people who have written you asking for help finding or restoring DJs (postal jeeps). The best place to find info on parts and restoration is at the Postal jeep page, www.postaljeep.com . This site has links to parts suppliers and the bulletin board section will allow you to ask questions. Most people that cruise this area will help you with anything pertaining to postals. As for where to find a DJ, well the goverment has stopped selling them to the public so you will have to keep your eyes open or post a request for one on the Postal jeep page bulletin board. There is also a place in ,I think Georgia or Alabama, that sells them. There is a link to this companies site on the PJ page and right now they are selling for about $3000-$3500. These jeeps have been gone over and are in really good shape. The company is called AAA Motors and supplies many parts as well. The engine conversion is pretty straight foward but can vary in difficulty depending on what year and motor is in your jeep. The easiest conversions are 350 V8/turbo 350/400 trans or 3.8 V6 and same trans as the V8. If you are lucky enough to have a 71 or earlier with the 151 4cylinder Powerglide tranny combo you can drop a 350 (or pretty much any gmc V8) right in and bolt it up to the original transmission and off you go. When purchasing a dj watch out for the later model Audi motors. These motors have some problems with warped heads and piston rings. Make sure to do a thorough test drive and have a knowledgable friend or mechanic check it. Problems with this engine of course won't matter if you convert to a V8 or 6 cylinder but if your short on mechanical knowledge or cash you will be better off to keep looking. I hope these tips help everyone out there and keep you JEEPIN!!!

Good luck, Brian Moody

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hey, I have a jeep right now... my brother and his friend were fixing it up, painting it(now green), new lights, etc.. but the hazards do not work right now...I'm basically asking if you know of anywhere online where you can find the specs, possibly electrical diagrams for it at. Someone wants to test drive it because I'm selling it, but don't want to sell it until all works correctly. Could you please let me know

Thanks, Keith Hayden Shrakker@aol.com Toledo, OH

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My dad is selling a 1983 AMC DJ Postal Jeep with recently rebuilt engine. If interested or know someone that might be contact Earl Hodges (409)653-2136 Thanks!!

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I want to join the club - pleasee email me the details. I just bought 20 mail jeeps and want to fix them up - lower them and put really wide tires on them. thanks

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I converted mine to 4x4. email for info

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What can one say? Your Jeep rocks, it is one of the coolest things I've seen in a long time. I'm hoping to find one myself to play with and turn into a little motor home of sorts. I drive a Wrangler usually, but have always wanted a postal Jeep. Take her easy

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I am looking for a repair manual for an '84 DJ series postal jeep to try to fix a problem of it pulling hard to the left and i need to know if i ned to replace king pins or how to align the front end

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Truely a great project. I am impressed with your concept, web site and the fact you stuck to it. I rebuilt two Mustangs, 1985 & 1989 and I did all the work myself...other than the occasional third hand. Keep up the site and the great job

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That's way too cool , I live in a city where i don't need a car . But , now i think a jeep would be perfect. OH 1 Q. you forgot . Is the steering on the left or right . LoL .

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Nice site, I'm in the process of building one over on freeyellow.com. Will email you the address when it is fit for viewing. My intrests are Willys. I always wanted a DJ though, nice hard top for those New England winters, I'd convert to 4WD. Thank you for the excellent site and keep up the good work. Dan j71@samnet.net

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Looks like fun! I'd like to buy a DJ5 for light suburban use. Can be a bit rough, but must be driveable to Northern Virginia.

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I Bought A 76, DJ5D for 300$ but the body is toast do you know were I can get one. My 232 is great it got 99-101 in a compression test. I've painted it but it leans to the left.Please E-mail my back.

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I also own a jeep. A DJ-5A to be exact, and can't find parts for it at all. I would appreciate it if you could give me a few tips.

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my serial number on my jeep reads DJ5C does this mean its apostal jeep,it is also right hand drive,Could u please reply as soon as possible

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my serial number on my jeep reads DJ5C does this mean its apostal jeep,it is also right hand drive,Could u please reply as soon as possible

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Hi. we currently have 2 dj's, a 75 & 76, both with 6 cyl's and 3 speed automatic transmissions. 1 is in use for mail deliverly, the other is just sitting, ready to be revived. Can you let us know where we could get a service manual, wiring diagrams, spare parts? Your help is greatly appreciated, Thanks, Steve

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Were these Jeeps actually built for the postal service? I'm reconstructing a 1948 Willys Mb, but I plan to give it its original military look. Keeping it the closest to the real thing as possible. I have an original engine, and most of the original parts. What I don't have is the top, and I'm not sure, but I think the original top was leather, do you know where I could find one?

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Were these Jeeps actually built for the postal service? I'm reconstructing a 1948 Willys Mb, but I plan to give it its original military look. Keeping it the closest to the real thing as possible. I have an original engine, and most of the original parts. What I don't have is the top, and I'm not sure, but I think the original top was leather, do you know where I could find one? Sorry it is not Mb, it's a CJ2A

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NICE BABES!!!! do you or any one else no where i could find a M152 jeep (milatary) they are the ones like on M*A*S*H 4077th preferably in pennsylyania. yhank you very much ROBERT HARTMAN EMT-P

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good job! I have a '79 cj-7 that was a total ground up rebuild. It now sports an amx 360, a foxhunt & a.p.r.s. system. We even used it (along with the awning from my camper) for the mobile checkin station at our hamfest last year. (see www.hac.org) Plus we use it for many public service events thru ham radio.. NOW,ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS DRILL A HOLE THRU YOUR ROOF, STICK A CUSHCRAFT 124-WB (HORIZONTALY POLARIZED) TO THE MASTPIPE PROTRUDING OUT YOUR ROOF & I GARONTEE YOU WILL HAVE ONE FINE FOXHUNTING MACHINE THAT WILL DRAW MORE LOOKS GOING DOWN THE ROAD THAN YOU EVER IMAGINED. 73's, n8lza.

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My husband bought me a "postal Jeep" for my birthday in 1995, I came from a tow yard $200.00 + regisration penalties $200.00. But it ran. Mine has been chopped to look like a "real" jeep, but I do not have doors, It has a roll bar and was already converted to left had steering. It now has a bikini top and carpet plus we found Supra seats for it. I have a little trouble keeping radios dry but its runs great and other jeep people can't figure out what is different about it. I love my Jeep. MJ5 1976. Thanks Sandie

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Could I have the name and number of the used car lot you purchased your jeep from. You said above that they had 2. thanks

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I think you should install the Chevy 3800 v6 like they have in grand prixs and just about everything

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reworking two dj3a haveing fun

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Great work, I love restorations too but am not well equiped to do one myself. Maybe soon in the near future. Keep up the good work.

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Could you send me some more info on more postal jeeps

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We have a dj5 but it is a working mail jeep my husband is just rebuilding the engine and wondered if there was a place that you could find different sort of tune up information.

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I,am from Argentina iam a lover of jeep, y have two of this model, one jeep cj.model 58 and a Cherokke model 65, y need informacion about that(cherokke or wagonner, because y try to restorer, if yuo now samething y apreciate to giveme sameinformacion, thanks and escuse my ingles

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Howdy from KI0K in Arlington Texas. I'm looking for a postal jeep down here. You think anywhere between $100 and $1,000 is a good price range?

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great site hey i got a question how many miles per gallon do you get?

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GENTS,

ANY INFO ON WHERE I CAN BUY A USED POSTAL JEEP?? I'M HAVING A HARD TIME LOCATING THEM. I LIVE IN AUBURN HILLS MICHIGAN..............ANY SUGGESTIONS WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATED.

ANDY

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Mi caluroso saludo prometido espero tener un nuevo buen amigo!!!! te escribire otro dia . saludos a tu mamita por el dia de las madres

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i am looking for a running postal jeep could you please let me know if you know anyone who is selling thiers thank you

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Hi, I have a 73 AM General, the stepvan model (Small) Do you know where I can get a Steering box at nad the cost?

Thanks

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I just bought a 78 cherokee that needs a ton of work. I am trying to keep posititve and get some inspiration, and found your site.

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Do you know where I might be able to find a Postal jeep in Kansas City MO?

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That's a beautiful jeep. I bought one two days ago and I'm trying to find a nice paint job for it that wouldn't look too bad. I got it from a junk yard for $450 and I'm gonna restore it. keep it jeepin man!!

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My son is currently restoring a C-J5. Need all the advice we can get. Do you know where a person might be able to find some misc. c-J5 parts? Thanks.

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Great page & even better looking Jeep. nice job very envious of your talent

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postal jeeps are the coolest, keep jeepin

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I like your site Have a question for you where did you find you motor mounts and etc to put a V8 into a postal jeep. I have a 83 and would like to rid it of a wore out 4 banger that needs work.y

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I need one by this weekend in the seattle area, for my boyfriends birthday!!!! only have about $500 to spend.... anyone out there??

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Yo tengo un jeep renegado(cj-7) ensamblado en Venezuela modelo 1986 carpado, marron, direccion hidraulica.

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Hi! I am a happy Postal Jeep owner too. I particularly like driving it around LA and all the expensive cars.

One problem: Where can I get a second seat for it? If you know, I sure would appreciate it.

Thanks

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do they make a 4WD postal jeep? just wondering.

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Hey this is definetly onr of the best jeeps i've seen. I've been working on a CJ7 and since i started that projest i've been really interested in jeeps and this is a very unique project.....I LOVE IT MAN

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just found your page real neat i am restoring a 72 dj5c i live in kc mo.

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I'm trying to locate a used postal jeep for awhile. If you have any information to help me, I would really appreciate it. Thanks.

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i've got a 83 c-j7 tring to find used patrs is tough can you help? i'm looking for hard top and other parts!!!! i hope you can help me.

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I work in the automotive department of the local community college in Galesburg ,IL. One of the students is currently trying to rebuild an engine from a 1979 postal jeep. I'm having trouble locating a master engine rebuild kit for it. Can you give me any information on the whereabouts of any kits?

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I just bought a 78 mail jeep and i am needing to know where to get some of the parts to restore it. It has a four cylander amc engine, I would like to change over to a v8, but haveing trouble finding the parts needed for the swap. could you help me to locate a place for the parts i need to resore it and make a few minor changes. thanks Gary

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I live in Moline Illinois, and I bought a 1975 AMC DJ-5D postal Jeep with the 232 en