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Inside the cab, the original power seats and door panels were reupholstered in diamond-stitched leather from Relicate. Interior UpgradesĪbove: The J-20’s interior has been modernized with a Dakota Digital gauge cluster, upgraded sound system, and electronic controls for the Holley EFI system, lights, and accessories. Both axles have been upgraded with Warn hubs, Yukon gears and lockers, and BJ’s Offroad disc brakes. It sends power through a TH400 automatic transmission, BorgWarner QuadraTrac transfer case, and Tom Wood driveshafts to the Dana 44 front axle and Dana 60 rear axle. The Jeep J20's original 401ci V-8 still resides under the hood of this Jeep, fully rebuilt and upgraded with Holley fuel injection. The additional torque would be helpful in spinning the big 40-inch tires. Engine, Transmission, and AxlesĪbove: Although Troy says he loves the classic 401ci V-8, he has also considered swapping it out for a turbodiesel motor.
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To complete the exterior, Miller Collision sprayed a coat of glossy Nardo Grey paint onto the body, and OC Rhino coated the bumpers, fenders, rack, and other accents in durable Rhino liner.Ībove: One side of the bed rack carries a large Leitner Designs storage pod, a Rotopax gas can, and a Rhino-Rack Sunseeker awning the other side holds a small storage pod and a Maxtrax recovery device. The unique hood ornament is a physical representation of the truck’s “Tomahawk” name a second ax embedded in the tailgate serves as a handle. Up front, Roamr installed JW Speaker projector headlights, a black Rhino grill, and a Warn winch. A Rhino-Rack on the cab serves as a mounting point for eight KC Hilites LED lights a Sunseeker awning was also attached to provide shade at campsites.Ībove: A Rhino-Rack on the roof provides storage space for additional gear, as well as a mounting point for eight KC Hilites LED lights. The shortened bed received a host of new overland-oriented upgrades, including a Leitner Designs rack and storage pods, Decked drawer system, and a Wilco tailgate with spare tire. beadlock wheels and 40-inch Nitto tires.Ībove: In case one of the 40-inch Nitto Trail Grappler tires goes flat, a full-size spare is mounted on the Wilco tailgate for quick access.
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This provided enough clearance to install 17-inch B.A.D. Castle Fabrication crafted a custom suspension setup based on a Metalcloak 6-inch long-arm kit. The factory sheetmetal panels were cut to make room for modified Metalcloak fenders Rugged Ridge bumpers and rocker panel guards were also installed. This meant the J20 would need substantial modifications to the suspension and body. “We decided early on that this build needed 40-inch tires, should be able to go just about anywhere, and should be prepared for several-day excursions,” Troy said.
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Then, Castle Fabrication shortened both ends of the frame to reduce its length by a total of 13.5 inches - this would improve the approach and departure angles on trails, and also make it more maneuverable around town. The cab, bed, and engine were removed, and all the rust was carefully excised. It took the Roamr team roughly a year to restore and modify it into its current form. “The truck was running, but just barely, and there was a lot of body cancer.”Ībove: Troy sent us this photo of the J-20 shortly after it was purchased. The trio has always been fond of J-Series trucks, so when they found a 1974 Jeep J20 for sale, they immediately decided to restore it. Roamr is a partnership between overland vehicle enthusiasts Troy Tertany, Tony Durbano, and Jason Miller.