Cummins R2.8 Drivetrain Upgrade! Stretching TJ Body to LJ Frame! | 4x4 Garage Ep. 11 | MotorTrend

Christian is back in Tennessee at Big Tire Garage to continue the Cummins Repower TJ-to-LJ transformation. In this episode the Wrangler frame modifications are completed, the tub gets stretched, and the suspension build begins. Then the Cummins R2.8 Turbo Diesel Crate Engine is mated to a new AX15 with upgraded conversion parts, the axles are prepped, and the wheel and tire package gets assembled . Then it's time to introduce the big Dodge Ram pickup part of this build series!
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[@GrayHairis_Distinguished]

Like watching early 2000's car show. Bring back Fred and Dave.

[@hodad200]

Wow Steve spent so much time with Fred Williams he now looks like him.

[@ec6933]

I put a TDI 1.9 in mine from the City built kit and average around 25mpg with 4.88 gears, 35s and a 4 inch lift.... Was getting around 30 with 4.56 gears

[@thejunkshop5022]

Dirt everyday did it first and better

[@MatthewSmith13216]

Are others not allowed to do it?

[@leejohnson6173]

​@@MatthewSmith13216are others not allowed to have their own opinions...

[@MatthewSmith13216]

@@leejohnson6173 the people in this show had other opinions lol. So I do support that idea. You missed it by the way

[@witcher71]

That re-powered test mule Dodge Ram is BADASS!!

[@trubahhh]

I only clicked on this video because I thought the steve guy was 4xFred ... got me.

[@towny72]

Didn’t you already do this? Save Fred!

[@knoblecarpenter4655]

I didn’t know Guy Fieri and Mike Busey had a kid

[@hdfsfjhfkalsjfhlsaj]

When will the 2.8 be emissions accepted for a 2005 LJ?

[@coanderick]

This is what replaced Dirt Every Day? Fred is missed more now

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! INNOVATION SPOKEN HERE!!!! TOTALLY AWSOME VIDEO AND EDUCATION!!!! A MUST-WATCH!!!!! GREAT VIDEO AND THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!

[@Jessdowitt]

Maybe cut down the ads for every video. 6 -8 ads per 15 min Video is a bit overkill

[@Tippyb97]

Its basically a 15 minute ad

[@crbrew7974]

used one of Chads kits on my 4bt tj build, great guy to work with

[@ProTouringSS]

Ive got a 1990 Toyota Hilux Surf id love to drop a Cummins into. Only snag ive come across is adapting the engine to the factory R150 transmission which is similar to the Jeep Ax15 but depth on the housing is way different so wont work. Id have to machine my own but dont have a lathe or mill 😢 one day. The factory 2L-T diesel is awesome but just dont pack a punch like a Cummins.

[@onetwentyeight]

I have an r2.8 in an 85 4runner using the quick draw bellhousing to an r151f and dual gear driven cases. It required raising the trans tunnel a little bit and used a tcases cross member from front range off road. No body lift, 2.5" suspension lift. It can fit. I'm still using the stock shift bezel and center console, it looks factory but with some extra sticks.

[@TheHooniverse]

Oh man, that's the exact engine I want for my Montero!

[@Mookiemadskillz]

This is what they cancelled dirt everyday for?
No offence to the hosts but it's pretty clear this is more for the pavement pounders than dirt under the fingernails off roaders

[@hunterromano5562]

6bt 12v when? the world demands a sleeper 1ton jeep.

[@xaolin813]

Need a video on how to install quickdraw universal radiator and charge air cooler combo on a YJ because the steering box and column is in the way

[@xaolin813]

Also don't see the brackets for sale on quickdraw for the original radiator 🤦

[@Skitter302]

Can't believe episodes 8-11 are missing on MTOD.

[@gilbertpadilla4496]

Good intel gents thx

[@joshchapman521]

YOU SHOULD DRIVE IT UNDER WATER NEXT. HAHA

[@Smittyschannel]

ALL that work & cutting- couldn't you have bought another jeep that was the right fit to start with?

[@justinsane7128]

I have a Mercedes 3 l turbo diesel in my 86 Toyota

[@webrbio3153]

Cummins couldn't put it in an LJ, but I sure can. Then again, I'll put it in a much newer Jeep.

[@LaneSherman]

Soooo Why isn't this episode on the MotorTrend Channel that I pay for???

[@geraldingram9351]

Love your work, awesome. N,Z.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

Sorry guy, but you don't even come close to Fred ☹️

[@kailuagarage]

Do you know where you can actually buy an R2.8? They have seemed to be out of stock for the past few years

[@onetwentyeight]

Order through quick draw

[@kailuagarage]

@@onetwentyeight what da heel is that?

[@kailuagarage]

@@onetwentyeight Thank you!

[@timcopley1531]

Would this fit into a 2021 Suzuki Jimny JB74?

[@Sac_Jeep]

Why aren’t these episodes on the App?

[@MastaT_150]

I just can’t wrap my head around Motortrend’s moronic decision to bet rid of D.E.D and replace it with this for 4x4 content. 👎🤯👎So So So Disappointing! 😢

[@johnbehneman1546]

WHERE CAN I BUY YOUR MERCHANDISE? TO SUPPORT YOUR CAUSE?

[@ianmichaelson1924]

Anyone see the fake headlock rims?

[@jaredchristie8882]

Chinese sheet engine. Cummins in name only

[@WegotTheBOMB]

If I see this channel chop one more jeep in half.

[@Gulob]

First comment!

[@MrCstone1]

Too bad they're wasting it in a jeep