What an awesome history lesson in Scramblers. I absolutely love the 84 Scrambler Laredo in the Ice Blue with the Nutmeg brown interior. Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge of all these Scramblers Dennis. I really enjoyed and appreciate it.
Back in the late 80s, I was working for the USDA in Spokane Washington. Our office had a Scrambler. It was light blue with a white cab. I always wondered what happened to it.
These Scrambler videos are hard to watch. My 83 CJ8 Laredo was bobbed by the previous owner back in the late 90s and turned into a rock-crawler. It is mean off-road, but would be so much more valuable if it was stock.
Mine as well also the wood front bumper mine was my grandfathers he bought new so I have window stickers owners manual dealership paperwork for sale and all maintenance records only 80000 miles on it.
I own a 81 scrambler inherited from my grandfather. Has 80000 miles still have original window stickers and all maintenance records, owners manual ect... grandfather bought it new. Little to no rust. Wood front bumper original. Southern ca origin.
We bought our '86 Scrambler from Collins Brothers when we lived in Garland. Hauled it to Utah, drove it several years, then sold it. Loved that Jeep and now we wonder why, why why did we sell it? Would love to have another.
Hey I don’t know if you look at comments but I’ve got a 1985 scrambler Laredo automatic with under 100k original miles. Currently sandblasted ready for full frame off restore. Would sell for the right price.
Dennis, you didn't mention the wood rails, something unique to Scramblers. My '81 Scrambler has wood rails that seem a little different than later Scramblers. Wondering if they are original and if Jeep made changes throughout the years of production.
Did the scrambler come from the factory with a V8? If so, what size? My old man has one that's had a few motor swaps, but the factory badges are V8 badges.
I thought I knew everything there was to know about jeep's, but I was mistaken cuz I never noticed the narrow track of the 81 compared to newer model years...does that apply to all jeeps, as in cj5 and cj7, as well? Also, I'd love to switch my cj7 high back seats to those low backs seen in the baseline cj8 in this vid, cuz the stock high backs just suck...
I am so confused, I have a 1983 Cj7, auto, wagon wheels, AC, Tach, clock, no gauge surround, no rocker molding, silver, blue interior.... Is this just an optioned base?
Hi man, I have a 1995 Orvis Zj/Zg Euro spec, built in Austria, 4.0 auto. Right hand drive, straight and clean - might need paint. Emgine has done 130,000 km Has every feature possible, not rusty - is this a collectible Jeep? Apparentlyonly 170 were ever built to this spec. Is this just another ZJ with a badge, or is it worth anything? Cheers, Andy
Dennis thank you so much for this video about Jeep scrambler’s I am a fan of the original scramblers having had a 1981SL with a transplanted 304 V-8 and TorqueFlight 727 trans
If it was my place I would get a stack off shipping containers and eny jeep that was a parts only i would dismantle and put the parts into the containers ASAP.
Have you not seen the rows and stacks of 40’ containers he has out there? He walks past them in most of the coffee walks and he’s got racking out there with tubs, frames, axles, etc stacked up waiting to sell or use. It appears he’s already got your idea well under control but it takes time and money to cannibalize them and it seems most of the guys are already slammed most of the time. He’s in Texas so it’s not gonna hurt the. To sit around a year or two till someone has time to disassemble others that won’t be built
I've spent years studying and working on jeeps....and even still every time I listen to Dennis I learn something new. I literally get taken to school every episode. So damn cool. Can't wait to get back to TX and pay a visit.
CJ-6s are cool. Ronald Regan had one on his ranch. It's still there! I believe Dennis isn't interested in CJs before 75. They're hard to get parts. He's said this a lot.
Hola amigos espero estén bien. Gracias por este buen video. Y gracias a Rafael Toro que me dio la dirección de este canal. Yo tengo un Jeep cj7 límited año 1982 y quiero saber dónde lleva la chapa de los seriales este modelo.?? El carro está muy original y quiero saber el precio que lo puedo vender ?? Soy miembro del grupo en marketplace jeep cj7. Si me pueden ayudar por favor 🙏 no tengo como pagarle pero se lo voy agradecer por toda la vida. . Que buenos vídeos tienen aquí y que bien explicado son. . Lastima que no sé hablar inglés para entender lo que dicen en el vídeo. . GRACIAS muchas GRACIAS ❤️
Mr. Collins all I got to say is you’re remarkable man all the Jeeps that you buy I watched every video of you and your daughter and you guys have a merry Christmas and a happy new year
There is an Indian company called Mahindra that makes tractors and farm equipment primarily, but they have a long standing agreement with Jeep that allows them to use the CJ body and design and everything. They have a model they sell in the side by side market called the Roxor, which is basically a updated diesel powered Jeep CJ. It isn't street legal in the US though.
@@Abstruseish they make a street legal version in India called the Thar and it looks pretty good actually. They're coming out with a new generation and it looks like a wrangler but slightly off.
Has anyone every swapped the motor out of a willys “jeep” and if so what was used? I have one that someone ruined by rhino lining the whole thing white and the original engine was been rebuilt a few times before I ended up with it and even when it’s running perfect it could use at least double the horsepower the original engine is capable of making?
There's a guy who stuck an LSX in a Willy's flat fender and put out a few videos of him on the drag strip. 1000 horse power in a 2000 lb vehicle is a crazy thing to see.
Here, I found a video of it driving around. He blew the engine up in it a few times so there's a few different videos of it with different engines, at this time he had it built to about 1400 HP th-cam.com/video/NMIMr8gec88/w-d-xo.html
Just don’t message Collins brothers about your mint scrambler find unless it’s a stupid good deal lol still can’t believe you guys didn’t buy that one. I found in Seattle all because he wanted retail although I suppose you’re not in business to break even
What percentage of Scrambler were Laredos? I think one time you said about 20%. I have a ‘81 Scrambler SL (SLR) Color Code OM - Dark Brown Metallic, Nutmeg Accents, and Factory Air. That means that I have one of about 1600 SL, but I haven’t seen many (if any) OM - Dark Brown Metallic Scrambler Laredos. Happy to be taking it back to its original color.
I've watch a number of your jeep videos and agree with everyone that you're incredibly knowledgeable on the subject, but I don't recall you ever mentioning the 'Levi' edition of Scramblers. Back in '84 I bought a 1981 4 cyl/4 speed, blue Levi edition, complete with denim seats and soft top, hard doors, chrome grille and 'Levi" decals. Can you tell me more about this model? How rare were they? Any around these days? Thanks to anyone who has any answers.
Hey Dennis , there’s an early 80s Red Jeep for sale behind the Pizza Hut( www.google.com/search?q=pizza+hut+mines+rd&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari#) on FM 1472 “Mines Rd.” In Laredo, Texas. Cross street is Las Cruces. I drove by it this morning on my way back to Austin. Looks good.
This is always so cool to learn Dennis, thanks to you and the whole crew for that 👍 Whatever happened to President Ronald Reagan's Scrambler? And does Steve McQueen's family have his old tan CJ?
Not so much a comment but a question. I want to increase horsepower in my truck. 2012 chevy silverado LT, 5.3L V8 K1500. I know that changing plugs a day wires can help but is there other options?
I have an 82 cj5. I don't know what trim it was, but it has a chrome front bumper, fender flairs, tilt steering wheel, tach, clock.. is there any way I can find out exactly what it came with from the dealer?
I had a black Scrambler Laredo with tan roof and interior. Came with wood side boards on the bed. Loved it. One day my wife and I were cruising through a local park with the top and doors off, and some guy yells, "Get a real Jeep". He must feel pretty foolish now if he's looked at the current values of Scramblers, LOL.
I just picked up a 1981 Jeep Scrambler that has been stored inside, but has not been started in 3 years. Do you have check list on how to get it running without fucking it up?
I can only strive to be half as passionate about anything as Dennis is about Jeeps...or even cars in general! It's an honor listening to your knowledge good sir, such a great YT channel
my dads first car he bought himself was a 82 cj8 he ended up putting a lift kit on it and swapping the engine for a 305 v8 it hasn't turned on in years i plan to fix it but first step is new tires it has 35in tires right now so that'll be a bit pricey and it doesn't even have a battery in it right now cause the one that was in it died
Is there a way to tell if you have a Renegade by the vin or the data plate? My CJ7 has all the specs he mentioned in the video minus the decals. Maybe the PO took them off?
I wish I was younger I love jeeps . I would get one a .but now n rebuild it I did a couple of CJ fives and I have to say I love them but now I can only drive them
That base scrambler will be desirable once you put a Hellcrate motor w a blower. Yeah you are welcome, just want a ride in it once the Hellcrates in it.
I'm a Scrambler fanatic. Well any CJ as far as that goes. I've had several of them. I had a black Laredo J10 as well. I mentioned on a previous video that it'd be nice to see you do a Coffee Walk on the J10 & Comanche trucks. PLEASE!!! This was a great video as always.
I would love to see a coffee walk on the J10 or 20 as well! I just sold my 77 CJ7 a bit ago and I’ve got 3 Grand Wagoneers but I’d love to get either a Scrambler or a J10 next. I love em!!
Dennis,no doubt that you are the master of Jeep. You make us learn and enjoy those we love Jeep with your knowledge about them. Manu thanks.
What an awesome history lesson in Scramblers. I absolutely love the 84 Scrambler Laredo in the Ice Blue with the Nutmeg brown interior. Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge of all these Scramblers Dennis. I really enjoyed and appreciate it.
I like the way you greet every member of staff/team as though they're friends and not employees. Ty it's nice to see this instead of the usual.
The highlight of my week. Thanks Dennis for sharing your knowledge.
Back in the late 80s, I was working for the USDA in Spokane Washington. Our office had a Scrambler. It was light blue with a white cab. I always wondered what happened to it.
Another great video Dennis. You are the font of Jeep knowledge. Thank you for sharing.
These Scrambler videos are hard to watch. My 83 CJ8 Laredo was bobbed by the previous owner back in the late 90s and turned into a rock-crawler. It is mean off-road, but would be so much more valuable if it was stock.
He has me going through my vin now. 😆
You better, CJ-8’s are rare as hens teeth
When I got my1981 scrambler in 1990 it still had the original wood box rails
Mine as well also the wood front bumper mine was my grandfathers he bought new so I have window stickers owners manual dealership paperwork for sale and all maintenance records only 80000 miles on it.
I own a 81 scrambler inherited from my grandfather. Has 80000 miles still have original window stickers and all maintenance records, owners manual ect... grandfather bought it new. Little to no rust. Wood front bumper original. Southern ca origin.
I had an 81 AMC Spirit with the 258 and the plastic blue valve cover.
We bought our '86 Scrambler from Collins Brothers when we lived in Garland. Hauled it to Utah, drove it several years, then sold it. Loved that Jeep and now we wonder why, why why did we sell it? Would love to have another.
Im amazed at how many Jeeps you have!
Being retired military, his messed up collar is driving me nuts. LOL🤣
Great walkaround, glad to own one of 4K 1984's! Very informative indeed!
Dennis, how about using one of those nice Coffee Walk coffee cups instead of a new disposable cup every day?
Great content... Can't believe @Tyler didn't fix @Dennis collar! 😂
Hey I don’t know if you look at comments but I’ve got a 1985 scrambler Laredo automatic with under 100k original miles. Currently sandblasted ready for full frame off restore. Would sell for the right price.
Are you going to do follow up videos of the blue/nut meg restoration?
Great video. What makes a CA Scrambler so special? I have a CA delivered 83 SR but it was ordered with seemingly every option but Auto.
I have a 83 cj7 it’s running and in pretty decent condition
I like the Scramblers.
Dennis, you didn't mention the wood rails, something unique to Scramblers. My '81 Scrambler has wood rails that seem a little different than later Scramblers. Wondering if they are original and if Jeep made changes throughout the years of production.
Good video
Did the scrambler come from the factory with a V8? If so, what size? My old man has one that's had a few motor swaps, but the factory badges are V8 badges.
I thought I knew everything there was to know about jeep's, but I was mistaken cuz I never noticed the narrow track of the 81 compared to newer model years...does that apply to all jeeps, as in cj5 and cj7, as well? Also, I'd love to switch my cj7 high back seats to those low backs seen in the baseline cj8 in this vid, cuz the stock high backs just suck...
Love the Jeep videos! 🇺🇸
Why did no one tell Dennis that his collar was messed up?? That made my eye twitch the whole video! Lol
So what kind of $ are we talking for a decent 80’s -90’s Jeep CJ7 say ?
I am so confused, I have a 1983 Cj7, auto, wagon wheels, AC, Tach, clock, no gauge surround, no rocker molding, silver, blue interior.... Is this just an optioned base?
Is it a Levi Edition?
Hi man,
I have a 1995 Orvis Zj/Zg Euro spec, built in Austria, 4.0 auto. Right hand drive, straight and clean - might need paint.
Emgine has done 130,000 km
Has every feature possible, not rusty - is this a collectible Jeep?
Apparentlyonly 170 were ever built to this spec.
Is this just another ZJ with a badge, or is it worth anything?
Cheers, Andy
Very nice
How about the cousin to the Scrambler, the CJ6?
Dennis thank you so much for this video about Jeep scrambler’s I am a fan of the original scramblers having had a 1981SL with a transplanted 304 V-8 and TorqueFlight 727 trans
Is a any cj automatic rare? Or just scramblers
I know where there is a 81 scrambler mint condition 36,000 miles in Cambridge Ohio on Facebook you look that up
Weller wheels
If it was my place I would get a stack off shipping containers and eny jeep that was a parts only i would dismantle and put the parts into the containers ASAP.
Have you not seen the rows and stacks of 40’ containers he has out there? He walks past them in most of the coffee walks and he’s got racking out there with tubs, frames, axles, etc stacked up waiting to sell or use. It appears he’s already got your idea well under control but it takes time and money to cannibalize them and it seems most of the guys are already slammed most of the time. He’s in Texas so it’s not gonna hurt the. To sit around a year or two till someone has time to disassemble others that won’t be built
Stucco bathtub.......that is Rough!
Jeeps are a investment. I bought a 2000 TJ for 2k in 2007 sold it in 2016 for 7k...
How about showing the bed ?
Sorry, won't be selling my 81 anytime soon
Dumb to part out a rare car anyways to repair another one. In my opinion. But I'm not getting paid to charge people for a Scrambler
Do you dye your hair ?
No I don't. I do shave my grey sideburns
@@DennisCollinsCarWorld Outstanding !
I've spent years studying and working on jeeps....and even still every time I listen to Dennis I learn something new. I literally get taken to school every episode. So damn cool. Can't wait to get back to TX and pay a visit.
Hey Dennis! What about CJ6’s?
Had 4 of them. Loved the extra space and they didn’t do bad off-road!
Maybe a video on them?
Great idea!!! I’d love to here what Dennis knows about them as well. Super rare!!!
CJ-6s are cool. Ronald Regan had one on his ranch. It's still there! I believe Dennis isn't interested in CJs before 75. They're hard to get parts. He's said this a lot.
How much knowledge you have is unbelievable mr Collins
Hola amigos espero estén bien. Gracias por este buen video. Y gracias a Rafael Toro que me dio la dirección de este canal. Yo tengo un Jeep cj7 límited año 1982 y quiero saber dónde lleva la chapa de los seriales este modelo.?? El carro está muy original y quiero saber el precio que lo puedo vender ?? Soy miembro del grupo en marketplace jeep cj7. Si me pueden ayudar por favor 🙏 no tengo como pagarle pero se lo voy agradecer por toda la vida. . Que buenos vídeos tienen aquí y que bien explicado son. . Lastima que no sé hablar inglés para entender lo que dicen en el vídeo. . GRACIAS muchas GRACIAS ❤️
Your a Jeep dealer. You restore all kinds of jeeps. Where's the Willy's jeeps? Early iron. You don't do those? Show me some oldies Dennis. Enjoy
Oh yea brother would LOVE that
@Dennis Collins
Pretty sure they only do CJ-5 and newer, no flat fender jeeps. But I could be wrong...
Me gustaría capítulo en español gracias
Mr. Collins all I got to say is you’re remarkable man all the Jeeps that you buy I watched every video of you and your daughter and you guys have a merry Christmas and a happy new year
I wonder how cjs would look if Jeep kept making them?
There is an Indian company called Mahindra that makes tractors and farm equipment primarily, but they have a long standing agreement with Jeep that allows them to use the CJ body and design and everything. They have a model they sell in the side by side market called the Roxor, which is basically a updated diesel powered Jeep CJ. It isn't street legal in the US though.
@MS NPC JINX
@@Abstruseish they make a street legal version in India called the Thar and it looks pretty good actually. They're coming out with a new generation and it looks like a wrangler but slightly off.
You ever restore the Jeep pickup trucks?
0:55 Dennis must’ve been saying good morning to his accountants 😂
Has anyone every swapped the motor out of a willys “jeep” and if so what was used? I have one that someone ruined by rhino lining the whole thing white and the original engine was been rebuilt a few times before I ended up with it and even when it’s running perfect it could use at least double the horsepower the original engine is capable of making?
There's a guy who stuck an LSX in a Willy's flat fender and put out a few videos of him on the drag strip. 1000 horse power in a 2000 lb vehicle is a crazy thing to see.
Here, I found a video of it driving around. He blew the engine up in it a few times so there's a few different videos of it with different engines, at this time he had it built to about 1400 HP
th-cam.com/video/NMIMr8gec88/w-d-xo.html
Just don’t message Collins brothers about your mint scrambler find unless it’s a stupid good deal lol still can’t believe you guys didn’t buy that one. I found in Seattle all because he wanted retail although I suppose you’re not in business to break even
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Boa tarde Dennis vai amém carro 1972 Chevy Pu trabalho
HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE
U stands for Undesirable! Dennis you are a funny guy!
Another great video. Your knowledge is incredible 👍
Thank you for the History Lesson on Scramblers. I feel guilty for putting a Cammed 6.0 in our ‘82 CJ8…
…HELL NO I DON’T! 🤣
Me Dennis has so much knowledge with so many vehicles
What percentage of Scrambler were Laredos? I think one time you said about 20%. I have a ‘81 Scrambler SL (SLR) Color Code OM - Dark Brown Metallic, Nutmeg Accents, and Factory Air. That means that I have one of about 1600 SL, but I haven’t seen many (if any) OM - Dark Brown Metallic Scrambler Laredos. Happy to be taking it back to its original color.
50 years old and never owned a jeep ... But dam if I dont respect Dennis passion for something he loves
There is a scrambler with a plow on it growing up in Philly the funeral home uses it as a plow vehicle every year
I've watch a number of your jeep videos and agree with everyone that you're incredibly knowledgeable on the subject, but I don't recall you ever mentioning the 'Levi' edition of Scramblers. Back in '84 I bought a 1981 4 cyl/4 speed, blue Levi edition, complete with denim seats and soft top, hard doors, chrome grille and 'Levi" decals. Can you tell me more about this model? How rare were they? Any around these days? Thanks to anyone who has any answers.
Hey Dennis , there’s an early 80s Red Jeep for sale behind the Pizza Hut( www.google.com/search?q=pizza+hut+mines+rd&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari#) on FM 1472 “Mines Rd.” In Laredo, Texas. Cross street is Las Cruces. I drove by it this morning on my way back to Austin. Looks good.
This is always so cool to learn Dennis, thanks to you and the whole crew for that 👍
Whatever happened to President Ronald Reagan's Scrambler? And does Steve McQueen's family have his old tan CJ?
Not so much a comment but a question. I want to increase horsepower in my truck. 2012 chevy silverado LT, 5.3L V8 K1500. I know that changing plugs a day wires can help but is there other options?
Jason from Maryland here
Uhh, where is this CJ collection you mentioned? Let's see that!
I bleed olive drab!
I have an 82 cj5. I don't know what trim it was, but it has a chrome front bumper, fender flairs, tilt steering wheel, tach, clock.. is there any way I can find out exactly what it came with from the dealer?
I had a black Scrambler Laredo with tan roof and interior. Came with wood side boards on the bed. Loved it. One day my wife and I were cruising through a local park with the top and doors off, and some guy yells, "Get a real Jeep". He must feel pretty foolish now if he's looked at the current values of Scramblers, LOL.
How about a little love for the guys n gals that built jeeps from my home town?
My kid ditched me again, so bored as fuuck!, Thx for the video Dennis!
You need to do a history of jeep. Love your knowledge. We also would like a history of how you started.
jeeP CJA2 bLack beard history lesson
I just picked up a 1981 Jeep Scrambler that has been stored inside, but has not been started in 3 years. Do you have check list on how to get it running without fucking it up?
Now I know why I can't find one or see them anymore 😭 and I know we're all the Jeeps have went
I can only strive to be half as passionate about anything as Dennis is about Jeeps...or even cars in general! It's an honor listening to your knowledge good sir, such a great YT channel
My '81 had the chrome below the doors, chrome bumper, gauge cluster, under the dash a/c, but it had painted grill.
my dads first car he bought himself was a 82 cj8 he ended up putting a lift kit on it and swapping the engine for a 305 v8 it hasn't turned on in years i plan to fix it but first step is new tires it has 35in tires right now so that'll be a bit pricey and it doesn't even have a battery in it right now cause the one that was in it died
I am working on a cj5 with 304, need bolt size for water pump that hold the fan/pully on?
Is there a way to tell if you have a Renegade by the vin or the data plate? My CJ7 has all the specs he mentioned in the video minus the decals. Maybe the PO took them off?
I wish I was younger I love jeeps . I would get one a .but now n rebuild it I did a couple of CJ fives and I have to say I love them but now I can only drive them
On Your Mark , Get Set , GO 🖐✌👍
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You have to show the CJ collection. For someone who grew up with these it would be maybe a once in a lifetime chance.
Nice. First look and you can describe...you doeand g som tine eith Jeeps. Lol
That base scrambler will be desirable once you put a Hellcrate motor w a blower. Yeah you are welcome, just want a ride in it once the Hellcrates in it.
Dennis, You are the Jeep Scrambler Yoda!.... Restore them.. We will!
Didnt see the '84 postal edition's that Alaska had done with world cabs. I have one and see few on the net here and there.
Never knew about the serpentine belt for CA only jeeps
Your yard is downright impressive sir. Love the old Jeeps!
Why does the serpentine belt indicate that it's a California Jeep?
This is the name the new gladiator should have been badged with!
I'm a Scrambler fanatic. Well any CJ as far as that goes. I've had several of them. I had a black Laredo J10 as well. I mentioned on a previous video that it'd be nice to see you do a Coffee Walk on the J10 & Comanche trucks. PLEASE!!! This was a great video as always.
I would love to see a coffee walk on the J10 or 20 as well! I just sold my 77 CJ7 a bit ago and I’ve got 3 Grand Wagoneers but I’d love to get either a Scrambler or a J10 next. I love em!!
I own a 1985 scrambler California
Are Wedgwood blue cj5 hard to find ?
I live in Texas and have a 81 white with blue decals SR
He knows his jeep