That looks like a lot of work Stan. After three years I finally got my old cj5 on the road again. Rebuild the 232 straight 6, the transmission and transfer case. She runs good. Looks like you're going to get Grandpas jeep fit for the trail again. Happy wrenching. 😊
Fiber gear I new it was something. Are you going to check the bearings while it is out now is a good time if they are a little loose Jeep made 1under bearings if one could still get them. That oil hole as you say will help. Looking good. Paul
The stock oil pick up in the L134 Go Devil engine is floating, so it handles steep angles pretty well. No changes required. I have added extra armor to the oil pan.