Vigilante 4×4 endows 1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer with 807-hp Hellcat

Vigilante 4×4 builds an array of traditional Jeeps primarily based on customized chassis designed to help trendy mechanicals in addition to powertrains with outputs ranging as much as 1,000 hp.

Based mostly in Johnson Metropolis, Texas, the corporate makes a speciality of Jeeps bought between 1964 and 1991, sometimes called Full-Measurement Jeeps, and its newest effort is a main instance of what is on supply: a 1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer packing a supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 Hellcat crate engine with an 807-hp output. That is greater than 5 occasions the SUV’s unique 144-hp score.

The SJ-generation Wagoneer was constructed from 1963 to 1991. Variations constructed from 1988 are right now among the many most wanted, as they got here with probably the most options, together with considerably trendy objects resembling energy adjustable seats, and these are usually the variations that Vigilante 4×4 makes use of for its builds.

The construct course of begins with sandblasting the unique physique, after which rebuilding it, utilizing unique components or in some instances new components made to appear like the originals. The inside design can also be stored principally unique however in a restored state, together with a recreated model of the unique lengthy shag carpeting.

For the chassis, Vigilante 4×4 swaps its personal design developed utilizing 3D scans of unique our bodies to make sure correct mounting. And along with the fashionable chassis and powertrain, which is hooked to a 4-speed computerized from Bowler, Vigilante 4×4 additionally installs trendy suspension and brake {hardware}. Particular objects embrace Eibach coil-overs with Fox Racing dampers, 6-piston brake calipers, and Dana axles entrance and rear. Vigilante 4×4 additionally matches its personal 17-inch wheels made to appear like an unique set.

The worth for a automobile of this specification begins at $385,000.

For followers of electrical autos, Michigan firm Ghost Storage affords a turnkey EV conversion for the SJ Grand Wagoneer. Like Vigilante 4×4’s autos, these provided by Ghost Storage additionally embrace a full restoration.