This is something of a non-traditional build thread in that I’m starting it at the ideation phase long before any real “building” begins. I want to start building a Juggy. This will be a multi-year project. All I have so far is a D60 rear axle housing with a fragmented R&P. Here is the basic plan:
1.) The platform will be a CJ/YJ/TJ/JK. I’m not buying a complete vehicle because all I want is the frame and tub.
2.) Powertrain will be a 5.3 Chevy V8 and 4L60E transmission from 99 to early '00s Silverado. I’ll want all the accessories and matching harness. I’d prefer to find a low mileage unit that is ready to run but will consider rebuilding if necessary. A 231J transfer will be mated to the transmission with the possibility to go with an Atlas down the road.
3.) Running gear will be Dana 60’s front and rear. I already have the rear and would like to find a matching high pinion front. Gearing will be 5.13 with a Detroit in the rear and selectable front.
4.) Link suspension front and rear with details TBD. The target tire size is 37’s.
Please let me know if you run across a good deal on any of the above.
Yes. I would not plan on using much. Engine and suspension mounts would not be used. Body mounts could very well be custom. Depends on if the body matches the frame. All I really care about on the tub is the sheet metal, pedals, and (possibly) steering column. Dash and instrument cluster will be custom. All the heating, etc would be stripped.
I do, and to my surprise its in really good shape. the only thing I see needing a little attention is driver side frame where the nutserts once existed for oe tcase cross member
Eric, HAVE YOU BEEN READING MY MIND? THAT EXACTLY WHAT i AM DOING NOW. I bought a 91 tub & chassis. got a 2001 5.3 from a suburban coming, using a 14 bolt rear & 60 front. but I am going 40’ tires. figure 2 year build time. reason for using a Yj is so in crappy weather I have a top & heat.
The thought occurred to me that since I have the 5.2 Magnum with reman’d transmission sitting in the carcass of my old Grand that I should consider using that instead of the Chevy power. Transmission only has about 40k but the engine is pushing 250k and needs a rebuild.
