Vehicle Description
Sometimes an item is so good that its trademarked name becomes a
generic term for an entire category of products. Many of us say
Kleenex instead of tissue, Xerox instead of copy, or Band-Aid
instead of bandage, despite knowing the proper term. The
off-roading world finds one more example in the storied Jeep. To
many, the word Jeep defines an array of capable, feel-good fun
machines that can be found in all the places we'd rather be, from
the mountains and the woods to the beaches and the dunes. And
classics like this beastly CJ-8 are an excellent reminder why!
SHORT AND STOCKY
The beneficiary of a detailed, 6-figure restoration, this buff
Scrambler marries superbly solid sheetmetal to ruggedly robust
appeal. Quality bodywork, which includes a snubbed bed that's a
full 13 inches shorter than factory fodder, looks great behind
vivid orange 2-stage. To keep that pigment straight, the truck's
form has been supplemented with a tough exoskeleton. At the front
of those tubes, a color-keyed bumper centers a familiar hitch
beneath a polished grille and a big Warn winch. At sides of that
grille, plated fenders hang tame Xenon flares opposite a
chrome-trimmed hood that's finished with a small scoop relocated
reflectors. That scoop fronts a modified cowl, which founds decaled
glass beneath polished hinges, polished wipers and a custom cloth
top that's seamed with body-matched piping. That roof shades a
shortened, "Jeep" branded profile, which slams chrome-trimmed doors
between polished mirrors, plated rockers and two more tame wheel
flares. And those flares frame plated corners, which float caged
taillights at the sides of a chrome-trimmed gate, color-keyed
exhaust and a second color-keyed bumper that's centered on a second
hitch.
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY
Most serious trucks employ some form of 8-cylinder technology, and
this CJ-8 is no exception. As you might imagine, the pickup's power
source has been upgraded in accordance with its appearance, with a
reliable Chevy 350 presently occupying the engine bay. As we all
know, the venerable Chevy small block is a fairly common swap that,
especially in this fuel injected form, is both utilitarian and
efficient. And for the sake of simplicity, modifications remain
minor, with a K&N air filter and a Holley throttle body joining
Belden plug wires, block hugger headers and a Be Cool radiator
that's stacked with an electric pusher fan.
MONSTER CAPABILITY
Crawling under this Scrambler reveals a high-riding chassis that
appears ready to conquer the toughest trails. Power flows through a
reliable Turbo-Hydramatic 400 3-speed, which, thanks to a 2-speed
Atlas transfer case, twists torque to either a front Dana 60 that's
finished with locking Warn hubs, or a rear Dana 60 that's finished
with quality Dynatec axles. That drivetrain hangs in a heavily
upgraded suspension, which stretches fluid RockRam power steering
around massive Alcan Springs and serious King shocks. Stops are
provided by four power-assisted discs. Exhaust flows through
large-diameter pipes and throaty Flowmaster mufflers. And at the
corners of the floor, polished wheels twist eight lugs inside
19.5/44-16.5LT Super Swamper TSL Boggers.
SURPRISINGLY OPULENT
When you step up to this level, trucks are all about combining the
best elements of comfort and utility. That's why it's so refreshing
to hop in the cab of this purposeful but nicely appointed Jeep. The
stars of the show are hi-back bucket seats that form soft cloth
around bright, body-matched piping. In front of those thrones, a
polished dash hangs sporty AutoMeter telemetry amid custom
accessory switches and controls for modern air conditioning.
Beneath that dash, a short Lokar shifter fronts a small Tuffy
Security Console, which protects a crisp Blaupunkt CD player that
powers a nice mix of Excursion and Profile speakers. And this
Scrambler's driver rules the road through a polished and
leather-wrapped steering wheel, which laps a modern, tilting
column.
This Jeep started life as an off-roader that was tougher than most
and ended up a show-stopping stunner that's now nicer than most. If
you're ready to enjoy a serious ute with serious chops, don't miss
the chance to claim this awesome CJ-8!
HIGHLIGHTS
The beneficiary of a detailed, ground-up restoration
350 cubic inch fuel injected Chevrolet V8
Turbo-Hydramatic 400 3-speed automatic transmission
Atlas 2-speed transfer case
Dana 60 axles front and rear
Modern air conditioning
RockRam power steering
4-wheel power disc brakes
Customized cloth interior / Modern audio
Heavily upgraded suspension / Warn hubs
13-inch shortened body / Custom cloth top
Polished wheels
44-inch Super Swamper tires
Warn winch
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
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