Jeep Wrangler (1997)
for sale
Price: US $12,000.00
Price: US $12,000.00
I am
selling a new build of a classic Wrangler that only needs a few items to
complete. I simply have lost the desire to bring it to the finish line… The
list of parts is endless and total over $18K (parts only) because there is
nothing but quality parts used on this Jeep. Let’s start with the engine…. No 4
or 6 cylinder here but a GM Goodwrench 5.7L (350) crate motor from Jegs. To
keep the RPMS down on the highway, that beast is mated to a 700R4 which sports
a 0.67 overdrive ratio and Lokar shifter.
The engine outputs a healthy 300HP/300 FTLBs to keep the Jeep moving with ease.
Other cool things (pun intended) to keep things long lasting is the Superior
Radiator custom built radiator and fan combination good up to 550 HP!! The
transmission also gets special attention to keep it moving through the slow
rock crawling with a fan-cooled radiator of its own. The engine has an
Edelbrock off road carb on an RPM air gap polished manifold. Fuel pressure is
controlled by dialing back the new in tank fuel pump to the 6PSI needed to keep
the carb happy. The fuel and transmission lines are all stainless braided with
AN fittings to protect it while off-road.
The frame is completely rust free and is coated internally
with a WaxOyl product to keep it that way for years to come. Factory mounts
were removed and a Terraflex Pro Long arm kit was installed with the 4 link
rear option removing any need for a rear tracbar and allowing it to flex like
crazy. Bilstein shocks are matched with
Nth Degree 4.5” coil springs to round out the suspension modifications. For the
steering, the factory wimpy steering gearbox was replaced with a new, beefier
unit made for a Dodge Durango to help steer those nice, new 35x12.50 Cooper ST
MAXX mud radials. To assist further with the turning duties, a Terraflex heavy
duty crossover steering kit was added to replace the crazy “Y” design of the
factory. A JKS trac bar was modified with a monster QA1 rock joint on the end
to make the tracbar and the drag link perfectly parallel to each other and near
parallel to the ground. The final piece of the suspension certainly worth
mentioning is the ORO Swaylok air lock/unlock, dual rate sway bar system.
Turning those tires you will find the Artec trussed, welded
housing of a Ford 8.8 Explorer with its beefy 31 spline axles, disk brakes and
new Ford Motorsports posi-traction unit made for a Cobra Mustang. All new
bearings, rotors, brakes, etc…. means that this one is built to last. Turning
that pinion is a Tatton 1350 CV driveshaft connected to a rebuilt and flipped
Dana 300, twin-stick transfer case. The front axle is a beefed up D30 with a G2
welded truss and heavy duty ball joints. Stainless brake hoses on all four
corners of the all-new braking system ensure that this hauler stops as well as
it goes.
As you sit on the new Trek armor seat covers and start the
beast, you will hear the sounds of a 2 into 1 flowmaster custom bent exhaust
system start purring beautiful sounds of a healthy V8. As you look around the
cab, you will notice the Omega gauge package replacing the boring factory pod
as it comes to life. No worries about safety as the fully welded custom cage
with harness bar keeps you secure in the event you aren’t as good as you think
you are. As the sun tries to beat down and fry your skin, you will be thankful
for the spiderweb shade, which provides you protection while still being free to the outdoors. In case that rain does
fall, the brand new Smittybuilt top quality soft top will keep things cozy
inside with the glass slider uppers on factory steel door lowers. Take a look at
the pictures and see the quality of parts used on this vehicle…. You won’t be
disappointed.
Parts needing addressing in my opinion:
The Jeep has a driveline vibration that only occurs when
accelerating up to about 20-25 MPH…..
The speedometer is not registering even with the new GPS
sending unit
The carb needs a good tuner, I have all the available jets, needles and squirters for it but it needs a pro to do it right.
There is no compressed air system on board to activate the
sway bar disconnects so it will always be locked for on road use until air is
supplied. The parts are there to switch it back to a manual system.
update: 2017-05-14
Condition: | Used | Year: | 1997 |
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | 1J4FY29P4VP543603 | Mileage: | 100 |
Number of Cylinders: | 8 | Make: | Jeep |
Transmission: | Automatic | Model: | Wrangler |
Body Type: | Convertible | Engine: | 5.7 LITER |
Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty | Drive Type: | 4WD |
Vehicle Title: | Clear | Fuel Type: | Gasoline |
Exterior Color: | Blue | For Sale By: | Private Seller |
Interior Color: | Gray |