Jeep Wagoneer full size- tell me about them

[qwikz28]

I've always wanted one of these cars and although I really want a long term project car, and eventually a tow rig, I don't have the time for it now. Nonetheless, I'm considering it in case the right example crosses my path to swap a modern GM drivetrain in. Many people have thrown iron-LS motors in them so there is a ton of info and even parts needed for the swap. Anyway, any experience with these cars? With a suspension and brake fresh-up and newer motor, can these things safely pull my camaro on a trailer long distances? Am I crazy considering I am as handy as a toddler?

This is what got the wheels turning: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/2783706208.html

And rule #1:
http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/1850/3881/29624440022_large.jpg

[maroman88]

looks like a sick project... just dont cut the **** out of the fenders please lol

[BullittSVT]

Do some lurking on jeep forum

[qwikz28]

Do some lurking on jeep forum

Thanks. That led me to this: http://www.ifsja.org/tech/misc/buyfaq.html Which is gold. I'm going to be in Phili next week. I might go check out the car for kicks. Price seems to be right.

[Tru2Chevy]

Definitely a nice price - seems to be in pretty decent shape. Those are some really great Jeeps, usually hard to find good deals on them. Solid drivetrain / axles, look great with a small lift on them, LS swap would certainly be fun!

Just look it over very very carefully for rust.
just dont cut the **** out of the fenders please lol

I agree, there is no need for that.

- Justin

[1320B4U]

they are awesome...when jeep was on top,,,now their crap(owner of a jeep now) besides the wranglers. wagonmasters.com sells refurbished ones. only issues are rust (quarters/floors/etc) and gas mileage (360).

[79T/A]

they are awesome...when jeep was on top,,,now their crap(owner of a jeep now) besides the wranglers. wagonmasters.com sells refurbished ones. only issues are rust (quarters/floors/etc) and gas mileage (360).

Agreed. Wrangler owners scavenge these trucks for their Dana 44 axles because they very strong in stock form for a light truck, and work well with up to a 37 inch tire. Those axles plus the 360 V8 equals awesome as-is; swapping in a nice 6.0 Vortec would only make it awesomer. Yeah...that's right...I said awesomer.

[r0nin89]

If you get one just make sure it doesnt have the vacuum disconnect axle or plan on swapping the front.

[B4C]

They are aosome! Vacuum disconnect is easy to get rid of no need to swap diffs

[qwikz28]

I believe the 84-85 was the only ones with the vacuum disconnect. I'm looking for one a little newer than that. The guy won't call me back on the one i posted up about. Its a shame because good deals like that are few and far between with these cars.

[LTb1ow]

Get something with a diesel in it for towing.

[qwikz28]

Too expensive and not that serious. Wish GM continued with this project: http://green.autoblog.com/2009/03/11/gm-light-duty-4-5l-diesel-v8-on-indefinite-hold-probably-dead/

[LTb1ow]

Annnnnd cue Al with the GM purchase of a cummins mini motaaa

[greenformula92]

one word....RUST

[band77one]

my friend karl just lifted his