1986 Jeep CJ 7

1986 Jeep CJ-7 Frame-Off Restored Chevrolet 350 V8 4-Speed Manual Skyjacker 4-Inch Lift Cold A/C

Highlights


Complete frame-off rebuild

Chevrolet 350 V8

Holley 4-barrel carburetor

Aluminum intake manifold

Chrome Chevrolet air cleaner

4-speed manual transmission

Skyjacker 4-inch Sport Suspension Lift Kit

Skyjacker Hydro shocks

Power steering

Power-assisted brakes

Front disc brakes

Optima RedTop battery

True dual exhaust

Mickey Thompson Classic III polished wheels

35x12.50R15LT Cooper Discoverer STT Pro tires

Tire date code: 3625

Matching full-size spare

LED headlights

Smittybilt X20 winch

Rigid Industries LED bumper lights

Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers

Rear receiver hitch and recovery shackles

Renegade-style exterior graphics

Black fender flares and tubular side steps

Black textured hardtop

Body-color roll cage

New upholstery

Tilt steering column

Cold modern air conditioning

Memphis Audio Bluetooth sound system with four speakers, subwoofer, and amplifier


This 1986 Jeep CJ-7 combines the unmistakable personality of a classic CJ with V8 power, a frame-off rebuild, upgraded suspension, modern air conditioning, and a long list of functional off-road equipment. Finished in bright red with Renegade-style graphics and contrasting black trim, it has the stance and presentation expected from a properly built CJ.

Powertrain & Mechanical
Under the hood is a Chevrolet 350 V8 paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. The engine is equipped with a Holley four-barrel carburetor, aluminum intake manifold, chrome Chevrolet air cleaner, aftermarket ignition components, and a modern belt-driven air-conditioning compressor.

An Optima RedTop battery provides dependable starting power, while an aluminum radiator helps manage engine temperature. Exhaust exits through a true dual system, giving the Chevrolet V8 the sound expected from a traditional V8-powered CJ.

Power steering and power-assisted brakes make the Jeep considerably easier to operate than a basic early CJ, with front disc brakes providing additional stopping capability.

Suspension & Chassis
A major upgrade is the Skyjacker 4-inch Sport Suspension Lift Kit utilizing Skyjacker Hydro shocks. The lifted suspension provides increased ground clearance while creating the aggressive stance seen in the photos.

The frame-off rebuild is evident underneath, where the painted chassis, solid axles, suspension components, steering hardware, and clean body floors are all readily visible. The underside presents well and reflects the level of work that went into the build.

Wheels, Tires & Off-Road Equipment
The CJ rides on polished Mickey Thompson Classic III wheels wrapped in 35x12.50R15LT Cooper Discoverer STT Pro mud-terrain tires. The tires show a 3625 date code, indicating production during the 36th week of 2025. A matching full-size spare is mounted at the rear.

The front bumper carries a Smittybilt X20 winch along with Rigid Industries LED auxiliary lights. LED headlights further improve nighttime visibility while maintaining the classic round-headlight appearance.

At the rear is a heavy-duty bumper with a receiver hitch, full-size spare carrier, and red recovery shackles. Tubular side steps provide easier entry while complementing the Jeeps lifted stance.

Exterior
The bright red body is accented by gray and black Renegade-style graphics, black fender flares, exposed stainless hardware, and a black textured hardtop. The body-color roll cage is visible through the side and rear glass and adds to the purpose-built appearance.

Classic CJ styling remains throughout, including the seven-slot grille, exposed hood hardware, external door hinges, upright windshield, rear-mounted spare, and compact short-wheelbase proportions.

Interior & Comfort
The interior has been refreshed with new upholstery and features a tilt steering column for improved driving comfort. The modern air-conditioning system blows cold, making this CJ far more enjoyable during warm-weather driving.

The sound system has also been upgraded with a Bluetooth-capable Memphis Audio setup consisting of four speakers, a dedicated subwoofer, and an amplifier. This provides modern connectivity and sound quality while retaining the simple, rugged character of the original Jeep interior.

With its Chevrolet 350 V8, 4-speed manual transmission, Skyjacker 4-inch suspension lift, 35-inch Cooper tires, Mickey Thompson wheels, Smittybilt winch, Rigid LED lighting, true dual exhaust, cold A/C, and frame-off restoration, this 1986 CJ-7 delivers an excellent combination of classic Jeep styling, off-road capability, and upgraded street manners.