Are there any V8 swaps for Jeep Wranglers?
Frankly, this is extremely surprising considering how popular V8 swaps are for JK and JL Wranglers. Just turn to this past SEMA show, where Maximum Elevation, Freedom Fabworks, and Bruiser Conversions all showed off some impressive V8 Jeep builds.
When did the Wrangler YJ get the Mopar system?
This 4.0 had made it into the Wrangler late enough to get the Mopar engine management system, bypassing the Renix system as found in the XJ from 1987-1990. Power was up and fuel economy nudged up a bit from the 258, and the addition of this engine boosted the YJ powertrain into a somewhat more respectable realm.
What kind of engine does a Jeep Wrangler have?
From the early-1990s to 2002, Dodge and Jeep vehicles could be optioned with a fuel-injected 5.2L or 5.9L Magnum V8. Power numbers range from 220 to 245 ponies and 295 to 335 lb-ft of torque depending on the year and cubic inches. All of them are fit with a cast-iron block, but you’ll want to make sure you pick up one with a rear oil-sump pan.
Why is there no V8 in the Wrangler?
The very fact that the Wrangler doesn’t have a factory V8 option may be reason enough for some builders to steer clear of the idea. And indeed, there is a lot of speculation as to why this has yet to occur. Some argue that it will drive up taxes due to engine sizes.
Can a V8 engine be swapped into a wrangler?
Swapping a V8 into an open roof Jeep like a CJ or a Wrangler is an old practice that continues today. Since modern electronically controlled engines have matured swapping one of these into a classic Jeep is easier than ever. They still carry a hefty price tag but performance and reliability just can’t be beat.
This 4.0 had made it into the Wrangler late enough to get the Mopar engine management system, bypassing the Renix system as found in the XJ from 1987-1990. Power was up and fuel economy nudged up a bit from the 258, and the addition of this engine boosted the YJ powertrain into a somewhat more respectable realm.
What kind of engine can I put in a Jeep Wrangler?
Jeep YJ Wrangler. The generous YJ engine bay allows for a comfortable, clean fit for GM Small Block V6, V8 and even Big Block V8 engines. These Jeeps are a most excellent powertrain swap platform, with their inherent durability being greatly upgraded and complemented by versatile GM power.
When did Jeep XJ change to 4.0 engine?
With the change to the 4.0 engine, the engine bay of the Stage II Jeep XJ was changed in 1987, including small changes to the firewall, inner fenders and most significantly the front clip.