Replacing Leaf Springs on a Jeep CJ5

I need to replace the front leaf springs on my 1981 Jeep CJ5. They are a spring under setup, and probably a 4” lift which I don’t want. Also I don’t think they are the correct springs for my Jeep CJ5 and they appear to be installed backwards.

[@JohnnyBfromPeoria]

Much better. Yes, I talk to parts, too. And that is the cleanest farm jack I've ever seen.

[@Foxcanfixit]

It’s clean because I’ve only had it a month! 😀

[@xtop23]

Lifesaver. I’ve been agonizing over being unable to line that metal nipple in the middle of the spring. Clearly I need to loosen up the other side and I’ll be able to manipulate the axle and get it to align. Thank you !!

[@Foxcanfixit]

No problem! It took me a few minutes to figure that out 😀😂👍

[@xtop23]

Worked like a charm. Now I’m doing the front because apparently not only the back left shock / leaf perch was bent but the front right is as well. Hoping when I’m done the cj5 will be level. If not I may have a slightly bent frame. Around 3/4” Any thoughts on how difficult it’d be to straighten it if that’s the case? Been busting my ass on this thing and I want it to be perfect.

[@VinoRatRodbuilds]

Yeah I agree Little bit lower does look better. I was given a steering column, I was always told it was out of a golf cart, I just recently found out it was out of a CJ5 so I was able to obtain a horn kit for it.

[@Foxcanfixit]

That’s awesome! Yeah you’re right, the old Cj2 3 and early 5 columns look exactly like golf cart columns!

[@EYE_SPIDER]

Awesome video brotha! You crack me up!

[@Foxcanfixit]

Thanks man! I love the new Dodge on your channel!

[@kareemvitar6645]

It will be more beautiful with yj front grill and dash,believe me.😉

[@Foxcanfixit]

I do love the YJ dash, it’s my favorite after the Cj-2 and 3a dash

[@omgbbqcia911]

sooooooooo we really going to just ignore the fact that the passenger front bushing mount is completely loose and flopping around and only has one of the two bolts attaching it to the frame?

[@Foxcanfixit]

Fixed that too, but not included in the final video.

[@jonithanmckenzie5553]

Kinda hoping to see you change shoes, put a sweater on, and sing a song before you started the show.

[@Foxcanfixit]

I can do that 😀

[@gregchiropolos9885]

Wow a high lift jack for this job you must have an Angle on your shoulder.

[@Foxcanfixit]

I have gotten hit in the head by the jack handle once or twice if that counts

[@NathansMoparGarage]

New springs look good. Does it have the stock or dropped steering linkage?

[@Foxcanfixit]

It still has the dropped, I have a stock pitman arm on order

[@MikeyGG34]

That front bracket shouldn't be loose like that?

[@Foxcanfixit]

I tightened it afterword, bolt threads were worn out, replaced the bolt and also welded the bracket to the frame

[@Ohdonttellme]

Unsolicited advice, never work under a farm jack, use 6 degree wedges for better caster, take your tires off

[@Foxcanfixit]

All good tips