AEV Press Release - JK V8 HEMI Builder Kit

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PRESS RELEASE - JK V8 HEMI Builder Kit

American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is proud to announce its JK V8 HEMI Builder Kit. This comprehensive package has been designed for installers familiar with engine swaps and sets new standards for OE appearance and compatibility while also eliminating the headaches of missing or mismatched parts, so common with other "kits." AEV's JK V8 HEMI Builder Kit is compatible with either the 5.7 or 6.1 HEMI.

AEV's JK V8 HEMI Builder Kit includes:

AEV "No Measure" Motor Mounts
AEV Transmission mount
AEV Transmission Crossmember
AEV Steel Battery Tray (Fits OE or Optima Group 31)
AEV Steering Relocation Bracket and Hardware
AEV Air Filter Shield
K&N Air Filter
AEV Aluminum Cross-flow Radiator
Upper and Lower Radiator Hoses
Heavy Duty Transmission Cooler
AEV Coolant Recovery bottle
Flowmaster High-flow Exhaust with Catalytic Converters (Stainless Steel or Ceramic Coated)
AEV 100% Computer-tested wiring harness
Custom Flashed Computer (PCM)
AEV CNC Bent 3 Piece AC Line Set and Hardware
AEV CNC Bent 2 Piece Power Steering Line Set
AEV CNC Bent Fuel line
Complete Decal Package
Description: MSRP
5.7L Standard Exhaust Kit $5,249
5.7L Ceramic Exhaust Kit $6,249
6.1L Kit Standard Exhaust Kit * $5,249
6.1 Kit Ceramic Exhaust Kit * $6,249

Shipping Weight: 200lbs

Box Dimensions: One Pallet

Release Date: 8-5-08

Ship Date: 8-11-08

Application:
Fits 2007 - 2008 Jeep Wrangler JK

* The 6.1 exhausts are the same as the 5.7 exhausts. When used on a 6.1 vehicle, the 5.7 manifolds and gaskets are required.

** Exhaust Delete is available for custom applications.

Download Image Pack:
http://www.aev-conversions.com/media/AEV_HEMI_kit.zip

Download AEV Logos:
http://www.aev-conversions.com/media/logos.php

More Info:
Phone: 248.926.0256 x1


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[Willman]

I smell an OJ article with Scott's new rig coming soon!!

.......Never mine......I'm sure he will be going for a diesel swap instead!



:lurk:

 

[Dave Bennett]

Nice!

 

[haven]

So it's $6000 before you purchase the engine and transmission? This is sounding like a $15,000 project if you pay someone else to install it.

 

[Maddmatt]

So it's $6000 before you purchase the engine and transmission? This is sounding like a $15,000 project if you pay someone else to install it.

That's about right - I think AEV's out the door cost is around $17k including transmission. With major surgery like this, you get what you pay for.

 

[Michael Slade]

Gimme an engine swap done right that's cheap. I dare you.

Dave does his homework and he definitely knows his stuff. I'll be hoping to announce my own exciting AEV news...later.

 

[Desertdude]

I'll take an AEV Hemi kit - ER XVJP with 40" tires to go please... :smiley_drive:

 

[Willman]

I'll be hoping to announce my own exciting AEV news...later.

eepwall:

Please tell more!

 

[haven]

The AEV web site says they will do the 5.7L Hemi swap for $18,750, all parts included.

On a Jeep forum, somebody asked about the need to upgrade from Dana 44 to a Dana 60 axle when you add the Hemi. An AEV employee replied that the axle upgrade would not be necessary "if your brain is attached to your right foot."

Since smoky burnouts and launching off dunes is what the Hemi is all about, I think the axle upgrade is really a good idea. (Please, no replies that you're spending $18K to increase your fuel mileage!). AEV offers a rear axle upgrade to a Dana 60 for $5600.

Lets see: $18,750 for the Hemi, $5,600 for the axle swap, new tires and wheels, suspension lift...this is looking like a very expensive purchase!

Chip Haven

 

[Michael Slade]

Please tell more!

Can't yet...nothing's official.

 

[haven]

I still can't stop thinking about the cost of this Hemi upgrade!

Dodge can make a profit selling the Ram 2500 Power Wagon
for $40,000. That includes the Hemi motor, stout drivetrain,
beefy axles, and big tires. And a lifetime drivetrain warranty.

I see no reason why Jeep couldn't use similar parts under the
Wrangler. They already build the J8 model in Egypt using
a Dana 60 rear axle.

I suspect that if sales of the AEV conversion start to gain
popularity, then Jeep will produce its own Hemi Wrangler,
and sell it for less than $40K.

Or maybe Jeep will buy AEV instead!

 

[Ramjet]

They took the prototype on the Rubicon trail. And it did the whole trail with no problem. I'm an FJ guy but that rig is really nice.

 

[Dave Bennett]

So it's $6000 before you purchase the engine and transmission? This is sounding like a $15,000 project if you pay someone else to install it.

Why pay someone else to install it? Sounds like a fun project to me! unk03: