Jeep CJ-5 Spare Tires
The Jeep CJ-5 used a 5x5.5" (5x139.7 mm) bolt pattern for all models from 1955 to 1983 along with tire diameters ranging from 27.1" to 28.9" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicle applications.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Jeep CJ-5 years and options. In this case, it's recommended to use a Full-Size tire similar to the tires currently on your vehicle as your spare. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Jeep CJ-5 spare tire.
1955-1983 Jeep CJ-5 Spare Tires
This generation of the Jeep CJ-5 began in 1955 and was available through 1983. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 28.9" | Full Size |
| 1982 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1981 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1980 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1979 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 28.3" | Full Size |
| 1978 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1977 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1976 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1975 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1974 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1973 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1972 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1971 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1970 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1969 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1968 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1967 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1966 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1965 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1964 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1963 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1962 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1961 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1960 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1959 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1958 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1957 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1956 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |
| 1955 | Jeep | CJ-5 | 5x5.5" | 27.1-27.7" | Full Size |