I did the Dana 27 to 30 swap in my '71 last year. It is fairly easy to do. One thing to note is the Dana 30 jeeps have their shock mount...
If you decide to part it out I would raise my hand for the Ross steering column & box.
Some one else actually has a top like yours Joe! http://www.ewillys.com/2024/05/10/1969-cj-5-tucson-az-4500/
The earlier timing covers didn't have that bolt, so maybe there is no threaded hole in the block at that spot if that is a newer cover on an early...
While I am on the subject, something that can drive a person nuts when trying to re-assemble this the right way: The Jeep FSM has the tensioner...
I know this is an old thread, but I wanted to update that parts dude 4x4 has these tensioner bolts available for $15. Just is case somebody else...
Wow that looks like an excellent jeep! Judging by the front shackles it looks like it may have at least a couple inches of lift. The tire...
I misunderstood the OP, I thought this was about the sending unit hole. :rolleyes:
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