Gladiator Hemi Swap At Northridge4x4

[Northridge4x4]

Yeah, yeah, we know, it's a Gladiator, but the process is pretty much the same with a JL and we knew you all would love to see more Hemi swap stuff....


One more Hemi going into a Gladiator, this time around it's a 6.4 Hemi.

485hp+ and 475 ft-lbs of torque, the 6.4 Hemi will make a Gladiator move fast.

All builds have to start somewhere and we're going to start with the grille.

Then start tearing it all down until you can pull the cab off.

Then it's time to start disconnecting everything on the not-so-old engine to get it ready to pull.

Roll the chassis out the door, grab the forklift and pull the stocker 3.6 out. All the while trying not to breathe in the smoke hanging in the air.

Ever wonder what the underside of a new cab looks like? This Gladiator had less that 1600 miles on it.

Next up is to pull the stock Rubicon transfer case off the back of the old 8 speed trans.

Then bolt the t-case to the new 8 speed behind the Hemi.

While that was happening, head mechanic Jeremy cut the OE engine mounts off the frame and started sanding the frame down smooth.

Then I stepped away for 30 seconds and when I returned, he had the new Hemi mounts already welded in! So sorry, no cool blue light pictures to show.

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[Northridge4x4]

With the new mounts welded in and painted, it's time to drop the 6.4 Hemi into the chassis.

The Hemi is definitely a tight fit. About a half inch between the pulleys and the front crossmember and PS box.

Time to step back and enjoy the view.

Then push it back in the shop and get to work reassembling everything.

 

[Northridge4x4]

Let's update status on this 6.4 Hemi build....

So we sent off the ECU to be re-flashed with the AMW4x4 500hp tune and all the other cool stuff they do to make this run like it was OE stock. While the ECU was going back and forth, the mechanics worked on getting everything hooked up and ready to run.

Starting out by hooking up all the components and accessories that needs to be done with the cab off.

Then the cab can be lowered back into place and bolted down.

Then it is hours of hooking everything back up....

Then a few more hours getting the new radiator in place and getting hoses etc. hooked back up.

Once the re-flashed ECU shows back up and installed, the 6.4 Hemi Gladiator is ready to start....



And on first crank, it fired right up and runs beautifully.

Still lots of stuff left to do on the build. Will update soon.

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Are you interested in having a Hemi swapped into your JT or JL?

Give us a ring at 866-601-5340 or drop us an email at [email protected] and let's chat!

You can also click here for more info: https://www.northridge4x4.com/brand/americas-most-wanted-4x4

 

[Moto_21]

You guys are bad for my wallet

 

[DanW]

Wow! Love my 3.6/manual, but just curious, what's the price to do that swap with a 6.4? I wouldn't see the point in the 5.7, if already going to that much effort!

Great pics! Looks like a really high quality, clean install! I'd expect no less from the good folks at Northridge!

 

[DOOKEY]

Do you guys offer this service in Colorado?

 

[Dkretden]

This must cost more than I have.

 

[Northridge4x4]

Wow! Love my 3.6/manual, but just curious, what's the price to do that swap with a 6.4?

For the 6.4, it starts at $35K and goes up from there. I know they do automatics, don't know about manuals.

I wouldn't see the point in the 5.7, if already going to that much effort!

You are spot on there! That 6.4 is a beast, but not a crazy beast like the Hellcat or Demon.

 

[Northridge4x4]

Do you guys offer this service in Colorado?

SLC and WA locations are set-up and currently doing swaps. Haven't heard yet about the Denver location.

Will find out and report back.

 

[oceanblue2019]

You guys are bad for my wallet

Very very bad.

 

[blnewt]

Would there be enough room to stuff that bad boy in a 2dr???

 

[DanW]

Would there be enough room to stuff that bad boy in a 2dr???

I wouldn't see why not. The engine bay is the same. The transmission length could be an issue, though. What a beast that would be in a 2 door! Wow!

 

[Northridge4x4]

Do you guys offer this service in Colorado?

Just got confirmation, at this time only Salt Lake and Silverdale, WA are doing the AMW4x4 Hemi swaps.

 

[DOOKEY]

Just got confirmation, at this time only Salt Lake and Silverdale, WA are doing the AMW4x4 Hemi swaps.

Thank you for checking.

 

[SolarWizard]

I have a weird question. Let’s say my diesel starts acting crazy after the 100k powertrain. Can this V8 be swapped in still?

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