Jeep Engine: AMC 232 I6

The AMC 232 inline 6 uses a cast iron block and cylinder head with hydraulic lifters and 7 main bearings. It was the standard engine in CJs from '72-'78 and in '65-'70 J-series pickups and Wagoneers. It is hard to tell it from a 258 by looking at it.

The AMC 232 was the standard engine in '72-'78 CJs.

AMC 232 I6
Bore x Stroke	3.75" x 3.50"
Displacement	232 (3.8L)
Compression Ratio	8.0:1
Horsepower (net)	100@3600
Torque (net)	185@1800
Main Bearings	7
Valve Configuration	OHV
Fuel	1bbl

The AMC 232 was the standard engine in '65-'70 J-series pickups and Wagoneers.

AMC 232 I6
Bore x Stroke	3.75" x 3.50"
Displacement	232 (3.8L)
Compression Ratio	8.5:1
Horsepower (gross)	145@4300
Torque (gross)	215@1600
Main Bearings	7
Valve Configuration	OHV
Fuel	1bbl Carter or Holley