392 Gladiator V8 Hemi confirmed by Jeep CEO!

[Zachanadandy]

Except it's not, or it would be done.

Tell that to amw, bruiser, and all the guys who've literally bolted wrecked JL 392 powertrains into their JTs. The testing and certification hasn't been done, but you can literally go to the parts catalog and order every part you need and then bolt in. Our frame isn't different in the front half period. That's why springs, shocks, even long arm kits from a JL all bolt right in up front. It's not a unicorn or anything that needs redesigned. It would need certified, crash tested, etc for Jeep to do it, which doesn't make sense for end of life cycle models.

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[Oilburner]

I wish I had ‘FU’ money I’d build a ‘what Jeep should be building’ 5.7L. Would be fun to see how it performs day-to-day & towing.

 

[Jrgunn5150]

Sour lemon yellow, have that to look forward to, wtfever it is.

 

[Jrgunn5150]

Tell that to amw, bruiser, and all the guys who've literally bolted wrecked JL 392 powertrains into their JTs. The testing and certification hasn't been done, but you can literally go to the parts catalog and order every part you need and then bolt in. Our frame isn't different in the front half period. That's why springs, shocks, even long arm kits from a JL all bolt right in up front. It's not a unicorn or anything that needs redesigned. It would need certified, crash tested, etc for Jeep to do it, which doesn't make sense for end of life cycle models.

Cool beans, totes explains why they haven't, and won't slap a 392 in er.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I guess each month we need to remind folks why there never was, and never will be, a factory V8 in a Gladiator. Different vehicle, different use case. Even the brief EcoDiesel option was heavily derated for towing.

Yup - and you find the hemi JLU is not rated to tow as much as a 3.6 JLU. I've tried and tried to get that across and you get "but but but ........." and "not everyone tows". Well, enough DO tow that it was very important to Jeep to make sure it could say "best in class" year after year. Yes, you can say when properly equipped and you still get dopes trying to prove they know better and then bitching if something goes wrong. Imagine the bent frames when someone assumes - hey, more engine, more power, I can tow a LOT more!!.
People think emotionally, not logically.

 

[AstroZombie]

The is all about go fast and go loud, which is cool in my opinion. They just sound awesome. It's our american brains being feed loud retro pony and muscle cars from the 60's and 70's when bigger was better (usually) Then emissions control and higher gas prices took us to more for less. Now we have Honda Civics with burbley whoopie cushion mufflers. Anyways, that's what i see. I'd only want the V8 for the sound and the go fast. 2 things you don't always need off roading.

 

[Sweetums]

Sour lemon yellow, have that to look forward to, wtfever it is.

I should trade in and park it next to the Electric Lime Green LJR in the driveway.

Now someone bring me a tanker truck of gin and another of toic.

 

[Jrgunn5150]

I was mistaken about the yellow.

That's stitching for a upcoming Charger package.

They asked if my Jeep was that color, so I assumed it was for it.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

The is all about go fast and go loud, which is cool in my opinion. They just sound awesome. It's our american brains being feed loud retro pony and muscle cars from the 60's and 70's when bigger was better (usually) Then emissions control and higher gas prices took us to more for less. Now we have Honda Civics with burbley whoopie cushion mufflers. Anyways, that's what i see. I'd only want the V8 for the sound and the go fast. 2 things you don't always need off roading.

Sound is about it. Otherwise - they are being trounced for power.

 

[ChrisNLA]

I've been eyeballing the good deals on new Rubicons lately. A few more comfort features would be nice.

Just can't talk myself into buying another 3.6L in a Gladiator, though. It's not great for how my truck gets used anymore. Needs more oomph. Doesn't even have to be a V8, though I don't trust Stellantis turbo motors, either.

Guess I need a GM something with an L3B.

I'd still buy the ole lady a 3.6 Cherokee or Durango though...

 

[Jrgunn5150]

Just wait for the 392 bro.

My sources said bro.

Don't be a hater brom

 

[ChrisNLA]

Just wait for the 392 bro.

My sources said bro.

Don't be a hater brom

I think this forum would be lost without your persistent supply of (sometimes unhinged) sarcasm. I'm totally here for it

The ole lady did give me the green light on 5.7L swapping the Gladiator once it's paid off.

I have no idea where I'd get $35K from - so I guess its irrelevant

Easier to buy a whole ass truck, lol.

 

[Wheelin98TJ]

Sound is about it. Otherwise - they are being trounced for power.

Not really when it comes to gas trucks.

Most powerful Ram = V8
Most powerful F150 = V8
Most powerful Silverado = V8

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