Weight distribution puts a lot of additional stress on a trailer hitch which is why the hitch has to be designed, tested, and rated for use with weight distribution. Curt trailer hitch # 13412 does not meet the criteria so you cannot use weight distribution with it on your 1981 Jeep CJ-7.
You can still use an anti-sway device though. You would just need to use sway control bracket # RP26003 and then a friction sway control bar, # 83660. I have linked a video that features both of these... view full answer...
None of our manufacturers list a fit for the 1985 Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler, but I can provide you a photo showing the bolt hole spacing for the Curt # 13412 hitch for the 1985 CJ-5. You can compare those dimensions with the holes in the rear crossmember to see if the hitch would be compatible.
The Curt # C13315 you'd looked at is a fit for a 2013-2018 Mazda CX-5, and wouldn't be a fit. view full answer...
The Bulldog Winch Mounting Plate Kit for Jeep CJ, part # BDW20009, is a confirmed fit for the 1984 Jeep CJ7. This mount fits model years 1976 all the way through 1986.
My contact at Bulldog Winch confirmed this mount uses the industry-standard 10- x 4-1/2-inch center-to-center mounting hole spacing also used by SmittyBilt. view full answer...
The correct Black Denim Bestop 2-Piece Soft Doors for your 1979 Jeep CJ-7 can be found as part # B5177815 on our site. Since this comes as 2 pieces you can take the top piece off if you'd like as opposed to using the zipper to open up the windows on a nice day. view full answer...
We used to carry it but since it's out of stock we took offline. If we can get it again we'll put it back on our site. I sent an update to see if we can carry it again. I'll let you know if I hear anything. view full answer...
Since your trailer weighs 3,045 lbs when loaded the 3,500 lb Timbren Axle Less kit part # ASR35HDS05 would be perfect unless you though you were going to eventually loaded down beyond 3,500 lbs. Then you'd want the # TASR5200S03 which has the higher 5,200 lb capacity. If you end up with too high of a capacity your ride quality might be a bit rougher. view full answer...
For your 1986 Jeep CJ-7 I recommend the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional # BLU37TR. You will need to install a 12v outlet like # RM-9332 to power this system. This proportional system provides precise, responsive braking for your Jeep and responds to the deceleration of your truck to activate the Jeep's brake pedal with matching intensity.
The remote controller with LED display lets you monitor the braking system from your truck cab. It lets you activate the towed... view full answer...
I would be happy to recommend a flat towing setup for your 1982 Jeep CJ-7.
Since the only base plate kit confirmed to fit your Jeep is the Demco Classic Base Plate Kit # DM9518112 which will work with the standard front bumper, you will not be able to use the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501. Luckily there are other tow bars out there that will work great with this base plate kit.
I recommend using the Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar - Victory Series # DM9511012 which has... view full answer...
The Air Lift Ride Control Air Helper Springs # AL59561 has the following specs:
Inflation port size: 1/8" NPT
Compressed height: 2.4"
Extended height: 7"
Ride height range: 4" - 6"
Maximum diameter: 4.6"
Maximum PSI: 100 psi (Minimum is 5 psi)
I confirmed this with my contact at Air Lift. view full answer...
The Bestop TrailMax II Pro - Vinyl Driver Seat - Black Denim # B3945115 (Drivers Side) and Bestop TrailMax II Pro - Vinyl Front Passenger Seat - Black Denim # B3945015 (Passenger Side) are made of a premium, mildew- and UV-resistant vinyl fabric. The Black Denim you are seeing is just describing the Color of the seats, they are made of vinyl. view full answer...
I went out to our warehouse and measured the Rampage Tow Hook Kit for Jeep part # RA7505 for you. The distance between each bolt hole is 1-3/8" on center. It comes with everything you see in the photo. If you have any other questions please let me know. view full answer...
In order to flat tow a vehicle you will need to install base plates first so the tow bar has something to attach to. For a 1985 Jeep CJ-7, you will need to use Demco base plates, # DM9518112. These will actually bolt to the bumper. They need to be bolted to a flat surface on the bumper and in most cases, the bumper will need to be modified and reinforced to tow the vehicle.
You can then use the Commander tow bar, # DM9511012, which will mate right up to the base plates. It includes safety... view full answer...
The best supplemental braking system for your 1984 Jeep CJ-7 is going to be the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System part # SM99251. The Stay-IN-Play DUO is a proportional system which means it will activate the brakes in your toad at the same time and with the same intensity as those in your motor home.
The SMI brand has been around for quite awhile and they have fine tuned the Stay-IN-Play DUO over the years to be one of the best, if not the best supplemental braking systems... view full answer...
For your 1983 Jeep CJ-7, the Bestop TrailMax II Sport - Fabric Front Seat - Black Denim, # B3943815, comes with just the seat. This seat is designed to fit with your factory seat riser and adjuster. You just remove 4 factory nuts, install the seat to the tracks with the included hardware, torque the bolts, then install the seat with the 4 factory nuts you removed. The Instructions will walk you through step by step.
If you want to replace your factory seat slider, you will need #... view full answer...
To start, you will need a 4-Way on the Jeep unless you already have one. Use # 18252. Once installed you will then need a 4 and 7 way installation kit # ETBC7. This will provide the 7-Way and all of the wiring needed to install a brake controller. I have included some links that explain the installation.
For a brake controller, our most popular and best selling is the Tekonsha P2, # 90885, because it is easy to set up and easy to use. I have included a link to the installation details... view full answer...
On a 1977 Jeep CJ-7 that has the original seat riser the Bestop Low Back Bucket Seats # B3942937 (spice color) and # B3942901 (black) are direct fits. Only for certain later models years, 1997 through 2006, are adapters required to install these non-reclining bucket seats.
We do not happen to have these two items in stock for me to measure their mounting hole spacing so I called Bestop. My contact there advised that the side-to-side dimension for the hole spacing is 15-1/16-inch. He did... view full answer...
We do have custom fit winch mounting brackets for your 1986 Jeep CJ-7 with the Detail K2 part # K284110 which would allow you to use one of their plows like the Rampage II Elite part # K2RAMP8219ELT that you referenced. This mounts below the bumper so you shouldn't have any issues with your winch that mounts above it. view full answer...
I have attached the installation instructions of the Kat's Heaters Thermostatically Controlled Circulating Tank Heater part # KH13200 for you. Most vehicles on the road today run a 50/50 mix of water and antifreeze therefore you should not need to worry about mixing anything into the cooling system.
In order to install this heater on your vehicle, you will need a radiator adapter if you do not already have one. The correct adapter will depend on the diameter of your lower radiator hose.... view full answer...
We've had this question before and Bestop has told us that basically all of the Bestop Tigertop # B5140801 needs to come off to reinstall the hard top in place of it like you are wanting to do, but for a seasonal change like you are wanting the process isn't too bad at all. I attached a link to the install instructions for more info on the process as well. view full answer...
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