Feels great when a project you work hard on it done, ive spent the last 6 years repairing and "restoring" my 90 grand wagoneer, only the last years ive finally been doing mods to it
Thank you! I have it torn down now, going to paint, I lowered the engine and trans 4 inches. I wanted to get less angle on the drive shafts. Thanks for the comment!
I bought a '65 with the OHC and 3 speed on the floor in 1981. There was little mod support for them then. The Cherokees and Gladiators had wider stance and axles, and those were supported. I pulled the leafs for rea-archig and an additional spring fabbed ( at a blacksmith shop ). Needed rear drums, and good luck finding them. So I used Ford f-150 drums and had the center hole cut larger on a lathe .
Thank you Jason, I'm rebuilding a 19 ft catamaran at the moment. It's a retired NARCA boat I hear it was timed at 35 knots in it's day.. that was in the 1980's when she was raced. i'll be posting some pictures of that project soon. Hey thanks for watching. Do you have a jeep or anything your working on?
gospeedracer40 Well right now I have been building a Square body Chevy K20. It was a 6.2L diesel and that was removed and a well tuned 454 Chevy installed . Munci 4sp sm465. I have always loved those Wagoneer's . And I am thinking of that for my next build. I also was looking into the Cummins swap. I would like to build a kind of ultimate hunting and fishing rig that is still very drivable to go across country . Will hold 4 guys and all the gear plus gets better mileage than my current BBC.
Jason Clemmer yep that was my idea in this build. although I've yet to take it hunting I was planning a hog hunt. in north..I live in so cal area so if I go hunting it's always out north. Utah or? I've given it a full deep sand test and mud too.I wanted to weld up a nice custom front winch bumper this summer and some light bars.Have you ever used those LED's? i have some 8 inch round lights 100 watts each. I was thinking of those because I wanted to stay with all round lights>
gospeedracer40 I have only used the led's on small things , They did work great though, I have a set on a old golf cart i have for woods running, i use them on my Ice fishing house, they use hardly a amp of electricity. one car battery and a $50 solar panal will last forever. i have them in my topper with there own battery and a solar panel right now. I use the topper on my truck as sort of a cabin, all set up in there with lights, cot, ect . I have seen some great bumpers with the lights built in them, super for protection, and i personally dont like things hanging off my trucks to get ripprd off from branches Question on your build, I read you had to do a 3" body lift for clearance, how big of suspension lift did you have to go? What do you think the minimum could could of gotten away with ? I am not looking for a super jacked up rig, I actually want to keep it low for hills and clearance, I would like to run the Humvee 37" take offs, there cheap and great on and off road. .
Jason Clemmer I am looking to do a build that has a nice size tire, with relatively low height, those big mud tires are junk in the snow and ice , I live in central Minnesota and do most of my fishing /hunting in the North woods by the Canadian border. I also want to be able to tow a boat or atv's and such .
Thanks! I'm working on lights and cameras. new fog lights, winch plate, rock slides and installing some 8 AWG wire up under the headliner for relays for roof lights. I want to have some bright infra-red lights for night vision equipment. just welded up all the holes in the roof area from the old rack and runners.
Do you have any other video's or a link to a forum that your posting pictures of the build? I have a 1978 Cherokee Chief that is getting one by fall. I have everything to do it, now I have the time finally!
It appears you live in S.D. since I see you have a 91X sticker. I am starting the same project and I live in North County. Would you ever consider meeting up with me? I like to see one done and go over ideas for motor mounts and transmissions etc. I would really appreciate it
@@gospeedracer40 I’m over in Fallbrook Would love to see and share ….your set up as well as mine… I have 2 and maybe a 3rd project ….one a 6bta another a 4bta And trying to decide if I want to move on a 524td in a Sami…..?
I have paint next to do. I'm going to do "U-pol Raptor liner" with the same paint code for midnight blue. winch bumper from BJ's I think not sure yet. roof rack and swing out gate with spare tire. I just need $$$$$$
I need to update these videos. It’s running good up until I decided to put in a new aluminum radiator and a water to air intercooler.now it all torn apart for some fabrication work. I’ll do another video
Great! Let me know if I can help with info. I have the templates I used for my motor mounts. That was probably the hardest part of the build. go speed racer 40 @ hot mail. com but with no spaces is my email.
Sick rig. Did you put the cummins into the wagoneer chassis or swap onto a ram frame? I just picked up an 81 wag and my build plans are starting now...
No it's all wagoneer chassis.My old neighbor has a 79 Cherokee and swapping out for the LS engine. I like the Cummins tons of low RPM torque and great MPG 22-26 ish on a 40 gallon tank.
Better yet lets go jeepin! I'm in so cal. I love taking out. I pulled a GMC K3500 out of deep sand with it over Thanks giving weekend. the guy had sunk it to the axles. She tugged and pulled but did it! Thanks so much for watching. did you see the other ones where she's all done up with new paint? i used Raptor liner on it!
Jason; I have no way to reply to your question, So no I have not posted my build on any other site yet. and yes I have lots of pictures and videos of trips and build sequence. Let me know if I can help with your build okay! Best to you
where are the fireworks? where are your neighbors coming out all liquored up complaining about how you ran that thing at midnight open exhaust.did you build this machine to save face because you drive a K.I.A.Killed in Action.
I've not calculated MPG yet, I will soon after I get it registered. As far as the springs, I used the stock spring's and bastard packed them.. I added 3 from the rear. It seems to be perfect choice for me I took it on a few of the hills behind us. The rears are BJ's 6 inch over stock. Thanks for watching.
I just got the data back while we had high temps we got 23.25 miles per gallon while today at temps in the mid 70's we got 25.3 on the same rout, small hills and freeway speeds of 60. mph from Murrieta to lake Elsinore and back winds from the southeast so while on the way back I had 5-7 mph head winds. speeds and distance were recorded via GPS.
High,I put a 3 inch body lift and a 6 inch spring kit from BJ's, The reason for the body lift is tires,transmission and "T" case. There are two more videos " Diesel grand wagoneer" part 1 and part 2. Thanks for looking
***** yes it does, I think I got it from Jcwhitny online store, I'll go look at the box for you. The kit is from "Prothane".here's the best way to do it you will need one can of PB-blaster or any good rusty bolt breaker heat with butane or propane torch. use a good wire brush to remove scale too. don't be surprised if the welded nut breaks loose inside, if it happens cut with die grinder and tack weld section back in. I only had one. you can lift body, section at a time. I used two 8 ton hydraulic jacks and a 4x4 post. make sure all wires are lose from body. let me know if you need more info,okay Joe Webster
Sick ride man. How hard is it to drive this thing down the highway? I’ve got a Cherokee chief that I’m looking to put a lift on but it’s going to be my daily so, I was wondering If the 6” lift is visible for a daily? Also does it straighten up on its own coming out of a corner?
Hey ho... I am looking to get a Jeep, Cherokee or pickup style, and take it to Alaska and back. The trick is....I want to sleep in the back and I am 6'3". Does anyone know the length of the bed on PickUps and the interior length of the old Cherokees or Wagaoneers? One with a 6' bed or longer? Thanks
I'm 5'10 and I can sleep in the back of mine but I have to have the rear seat folded up and tail gate down. However there are some real neat roof mounted beds with ladders to gain access if you came across an old wagoneer. I would do that if I were you. Down side to having a truck in my opinion is not much room in the cab so everything has to go in the bed and you will need a camper too!
Hey I used to live in Navado (SP) North of the bridge. It was so beautiful in the hills,We used to have elk come down and eat my moms roses . That was back in 1971-73. Seems like a long time ago. Talk to soon.
Hey My friend Dmitry. so nice to hear from you. I wish I could come to Siberia and hang out the you and your friends.NO money. i want to install a winch bumper and snorkel soon. I'm getting it ready for paint and a new front locker too. Tell everyone hello for me.
@@gospeedracer40 Hi Joe! Everything is fine with us. It's been a long time since I've heard from you. How are you doing? Is everything okay with the family? Say hi to them for me.
@@TheDimani77 Hello, we are all doing great, thank you! I’ve done a lot of work on the Jeep. I hope to put new seats in this summer.. How is your family? I hope everyone is safe and well. Do you have any pictures of your tank?
@@gospeedracer40 Hello. Everything is fine with the family. Yaroslav has already moved to the 6th grade. He continues to learn to play the clarinet. We sent the tank to the northern regions of Siberia, it is used there for work. In the near future, I will send you our photos by e-mail.
Very nice man I Iove the blue and the Cummins are you pleased with the performance ? I went with a 6bt auto D60/d70 rear it is not finished though you can see it at IFSJA.com or FSJNETWORK.COM project name flagstaff great work !
Feels great when a project you work hard on it done, ive spent the last 6 years repairing and "restoring" my 90 grand wagoneer, only the last years ive finally been doing mods to it
Great to hear, I really need to do another video of it. Let me know if you have pictures of your rig up anywhere!
Great looking wagoneer!
Thank you! I have it torn down now, going to paint, I lowered the engine and trans 4 inches. I wanted to get less angle on the drive shafts.
Thanks for the comment!
I bought a '65 with the OHC and 3 speed on the floor in 1981. There was little mod support for them then. The Cherokees and Gladiators had wider stance and axles, and those were supported. I pulled the leafs for rea-archig and an additional spring fabbed ( at a blacksmith shop ). Needed rear drums, and good luck finding them. So I used Ford f-150 drums and had the center hole cut larger on a lathe .
I used ford high boy 3/4 ton axles and bj’s off-road 6 inch springs and did the Dana 60 disc brake conversion
love that 91x sticker! xtra baja california mexico!
Hey you must be a local! right on "exey emay Baja california mexicoe!"
um, actually... "baja california, mexico"!
Yes sir I know. Thanks for watching
Very nice ride!!
Thank you Jason, I'm rebuilding a 19 ft catamaran at the moment. It's a retired NARCA boat I hear it was timed at 35 knots in it's day.. that was in the 1980's when she was raced. i'll be posting some pictures of that project soon. Hey thanks for watching. Do you have a jeep or anything your working on?
gospeedracer40 Well right now I have been building a Square body Chevy K20. It was a 6.2L diesel and that was removed and a well tuned 454 Chevy installed . Munci 4sp sm465. I have always loved those Wagoneer's . And I am thinking of that for my next build. I also was looking into the Cummins swap. I would like to build a kind of ultimate hunting and fishing rig that is still very drivable to go across country . Will hold 4 guys and all the gear plus gets better mileage than my current BBC.
Jason Clemmer yep that was my idea in this build. although I've yet to take it hunting I was planning a hog hunt. in north..I live in so cal area so if I go hunting it's always out north. Utah or? I've given it a full deep sand test and mud too.I wanted to weld up a nice custom front winch bumper this summer and some light bars.Have you ever used those LED's? i have some 8 inch round lights 100 watts each. I was thinking of those because I wanted to stay with all round lights>
gospeedracer40 I have only used the led's on small things , They did work great though, I have a set on a old golf cart i have for woods running, i use them on my Ice fishing house, they use hardly a amp of electricity. one car battery and a $50 solar panal will last forever. i have them in my topper with there own battery and a solar panel right now. I use the topper on my truck as sort of a cabin, all set up in there with lights, cot, ect . I have seen some great bumpers with the lights built in them, super for protection, and i personally dont like things hanging off my trucks to get ripprd off from branches Question on your build, I read you had to do a 3" body lift for clearance, how big of suspension lift did you have to go? What do you think the minimum could could of gotten away with ? I am not looking for a super jacked up rig, I actually want to keep it low for hills and clearance, I would like to run the Humvee 37" take offs, there cheap and great on and off road. .
Jason Clemmer I am looking to do a build that has a nice size tire, with relatively low height, those big mud tires are junk in the snow and ice , I live in central Minnesota and do most of my fishing /hunting in the North woods by the Canadian border. I also want to be able to tow a boat or atv's and such .
Thanks! I'm working on lights and cameras. new fog lights, winch plate, rock slides and installing some 8 AWG wire up under the headliner for relays for roof lights. I want to have some bright infra-red lights for night vision equipment. just welded up all the holes in the roof area from the old rack and runners.
Had one in my land cruiser it was a turd. Pulled it out and put a 5.3 lm7 loving it.
mine doesn’t way much. bare bones waggy
oops weigh much
Do you have any other video's or a link to a forum that your posting pictures of the build? I have a 1978 Cherokee Chief that is getting one by fall. I have everything to do it, now I have the time finally!
never saw these posts sorry, just TH-cam
It appears you live in S.D. since I see you have a 91X sticker. I am starting the same project and I live in North County. Would you ever consider meeting up with me? I like to see one done and go over ideas for motor mounts and transmissions etc. I would really appreciate it
sure we can meet up,i don't live in S.D. I live in Murrieta. Just add @hotmail.com to my gospeedracer
@@gospeedracer40 I’m over in Fallbrook
Would love to see and share ….your set up as well as mine…
I have 2 and maybe a 3rd project ….one a 6bta another a 4bta
And trying to decide if I want to move on a 524td in a Sami…..?
Hopefully you are still around…?
@@offgridmangogrower ya that would be great
I have paint next to do. I'm going to do "U-pol Raptor liner" with the same paint code for midnight blue. winch bumper from BJ's I think not sure yet. roof rack and swing out gate with spare tire. I just need $$$$$$
Be sure to install the protection on the steering rack
Yes I have a high steer set up for it just haven't done it yet.
very cool how's it running today
I need to update these videos. It’s running good up until I decided to put in a new aluminum radiator and a water to air intercooler.now it all torn apart for some fabrication work. I’ll do another video
Nice job Joe! My girlfriend just got a 74 wagoner we are getting ideas I like this one!
Great! Let me know if I can help with info. I have the templates I used for my motor mounts. That was probably the hardest part of the build. go speed racer 40 @ hot mail. com but with no spaces is my email.
Sick rig. Did you put the cummins into the wagoneer chassis or swap onto a ram frame? I just picked up an 81 wag and my build plans are starting now...
No it's all wagoneer chassis.My old neighbor has a 79 Cherokee and swapping out for the LS engine. I like the Cummins tons of low RPM torque and great MPG 22-26 ish on a 40 gallon tank.
Beautiful. I am going to need your address, garage code and spare key location.
Better yet lets go jeepin! I'm in so cal. I love taking out. I pulled a GMC K3500 out of deep sand with it over Thanks giving weekend. the guy had sunk it to the axles. She tugged and pulled but did it! Thanks so much for watching. did you see the other ones where she's all done up with new paint? i used Raptor liner on it!
gospeedracer40
I wish I was in SoCal just so I could see this thing in person. I will definitely check out some more of your vids.
Thanks a bunch!
Jason; I have no way to reply to your question, So no I have not posted my build on any other site yet. and yes I have lots of pictures and videos of trips and build sequence. Let me know if I can help with your build okay! Best to you
where are the fireworks? where are your neighbors coming out all liquored up complaining about how you ran that thing at midnight open exhaust.did you build this machine to save face because you drive a K.I.A.Killed in Action.
Well, if you bring um, I'll burn um!
Nope I drive a Dodge, wife drives a KIA
But looking for a 914.. got one!
gospeedracer40 ok then atleast you got your priorities straight
very nic
Thank you, I have done a lot since this was posted.
Did you calculate your MPGs yet? Also what did you use for the front springs to keep it from sagging? Awesome FSJ
I've not calculated MPG yet, I will soon after I get it registered. As far as the springs, I used the stock spring's and bastard packed them.. I added 3 from the rear. It seems to be perfect choice for me I took it on a few of the hills behind us. The rears are BJ's 6 inch over stock. Thanks for watching.
I just got the data back while we had high temps we got 23.25 miles per gallon while today at temps in the mid 70's we got 25.3 on the same rout, small hills and freeway speeds of 60. mph from Murrieta to lake Elsinore and back winds from the southeast so while on the way back I had 5-7 mph head winds. speeds and distance were recorded via GPS.
awesome!...
what's your millage know..dude..?
average...?
28 mpg
NICE RIG SIR, YOU PUT A 2'' OR 3'' INCH BODY LIFT ??? THANKS
High,I put a 3 inch body lift and a 6 inch spring kit from BJ's, The reason for the body lift is tires,transmission and "T" case. There are two more videos " Diesel grand wagoneer" part 1 and part 2.
Thanks for looking
gospeedracer40
THE BODY LIFT COMES WITH ALL THE HARDWARE TO DO THE INSTALLATION ??/ THANKS
***** yes it does, I think I got it from Jcwhitny online store, I'll go look at the box for you. The kit is from "Prothane".here's the best way to do it you will need one can of PB-blaster or any good rusty bolt breaker heat with butane or propane torch. use a good wire brush to remove scale too. don't be surprised if the welded nut breaks loose inside, if it happens cut with die grinder and tack weld section back in. I only had one. you can lift body, section at a time. I used two 8 ton hydraulic jacks and a 4x4 post. make sure all wires are lose from body. let me know if you need more info,okay
Joe Webster
Sick ride man. How hard is it to drive this thing down the highway? I’ve got a Cherokee chief that I’m looking to put a lift on but it’s going to be my daily so, I was wondering If the 6” lift is visible for a daily? Also does it straighten up on its own coming out of a corner?
Who is filming? She sounds very proud. :)
The women god gave to me!
it was a good video until the Mothership spoke.Did you make your own wire diagram or did you use a crayola and a paperplate like the last time?
no, same way you showed me last time
Hey ho... I am looking to get a Jeep, Cherokee or pickup style, and take it to Alaska and back. The trick is....I want to sleep in the back and I am 6'3".
Does anyone know the length of the bed on PickUps and the interior length of the old Cherokees or Wagaoneers? One with a 6' bed or longer?
Thanks
I'm 5'10 and I can sleep in the back of mine but I have to have the rear seat folded up and tail gate down. However there are some real neat roof mounted beds with ladders to gain access if you came across an old wagoneer. I would do that if I were you. Down side to having a truck in my opinion is not much room in the cab so everything has to go in the bed and you will need a camper too!
I'm 6'2" and with the rear seat folded could sleep in back(diagonally)
79 SJ Chief
was that a Klingon @37 sec?
Fat T .
Yes.
This was the first time under it' own power no muffler on it yet, should have kept it that way.
is the lift just the bj 6in or is there any lift as well?
6 inch spring and new perches
And 3 inch body lift
Sounds like 4bt cummins rright?
yepper! 3.9 4 bt there are 2 more video's. 3.9 Cummins grand wagoneer part 1 and part 2
I love the 4bt very nice truck Sir
If your in the southern cali area come on by for a ride!
Thanks for looking.
Ohhh maan thanks maybe one day im in bay area thank u ver much
Hey I used to live in Navado (SP) North of the bridge. It was so beautiful in the hills,We used to have elk come down and eat my moms roses . That was back in 1971-73. Seems like a long time ago.
Talk to soon.
Congratulations Joe, you have been extraordinary jeep. I love it. Bring it to the test for us to Siberia. Will you equip it with the winch?
Hey My friend Dmitry. so nice to hear from you. I wish I could come to Siberia and hang out the you and your friends.NO money. i want to install a winch bumper and snorkel soon. I'm getting it ready for paint and a new front locker too. Tell everyone hello for me.
Hey Dmitry how are you doing my friend? I hope you are all doing good.
@@gospeedracer40 Hi Joe! Everything is fine with us. It's been a long time since I've heard from you. How are you doing? Is everything okay with the family? Say hi to them for me.
@@TheDimani77 Hello, we are all doing great, thank you! I’ve done a lot of work on the Jeep. I hope to put new seats in this summer.. How is your family? I hope everyone is safe and well. Do you have any pictures of your tank?
@@gospeedracer40 Hello. Everything is fine with the family. Yaroslav has already moved to the 6th grade. He continues to learn to play the clarinet. We sent the tank to the northern regions of Siberia, it is used there for work. In the near future, I will send you our photos by e-mail.
eso es una belleza de carro lo abmiro mucho
thank you my friend.
Thank you my friend,
Hey,hey you must be a local. Where are you from?
How much did it cost?
meany rubles
damn shes beautiful
thanks
Very nice man I Iove the blue and the Cummins are you pleased with the performance ?
I went with a 6bt auto D60/d70 rear it is not finished though you can see it at IFSJA.com or FSJNETWORK.COM project name flagstaff great work !
I installed a water to air after cooler and a aluminum radiator. great now big difference in performance
5.9 cummins
3.9
jeep grad wagoneer deisel
correct
Yo tengo una .melode 86 en gas y la vendo
Debreias quedartelo y ponerle in diesel