Jeep History - 1965-1971 JEEP J-2000 & J-3000 SERIES PICKUP (SJ)

In late 1965, the J-200 and J-300 Gladiators became known as the J-2000 and J-3000 respectively. The J-2000 featured a 120-inch wheelbase, and the J-3000 had a 126-inch wheelbase. They were available in two or four-wheel drive configurations.
	The J-Series Truck featured two great engines: the now standard Jeep Hi-Torque 6, and the optional Vigilante V-8. You could get the Turbo-Hydra-Matic automatic transmission along with a new, improved 4-wheel drive shift system and dual-range transfer case, new improved steering, optional full-time power steering, variable-rate rear springs… plus spirited new paint and trim options.
In 1968, the J-3000 Truck (126-inch) featured stout Dana 44 front and Dana 53 axles with 4.27:1 standard gear and 350 cubic inch “Dauntless” V8 (Buick) engine and Four-speed transmission.