thoughts on the late 80s early 90s waggy?

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Hoodoo Man
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Jeep Year: 1970
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Real Name: Jeff Cambray
Location: Westford MA

thoughts on the late 80s early 90s waggy?

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As a lot of you know I am in love with my Jeepster. Got me thinking bout ditching my JKU.... :-o
I am considering getting a late 80's grand wagoneer: four doors, PS, PW AC and big and heavy and unique... Potentially swap out the motor for a more modern drive-train. I can use the 5.9 360 V8 as a tow rig and will get about 14 mpg compared to the monthly payment on my JKU I can take the hit on the 1-2 mpg difference. :lol:

A common swap for the engine is 5.3/4l60e/np241c and that can net up to 20 mpg with a modern Fuel injected drive-train...

Anyone on here have experience with these FSJ It would be a resto-mod Jeep unlike my Jeepster which I want to keep stock. I would add a modern stereo, possible drive train upgrade as just mentioned and a mild lift to clear my 33" duratracs from my JKU.... Have I gone insane? 4 out of 5 voices want to know... ;)
1970 Jeepster- stock
2003 Jeep Rubicon 2" BDS Spring lift 35s and MCE fenders
2012 Jeep JKU 2.5' Terafkex spring lift, Rock Hard Bumpa, skids, BodyArmor4x4 sliders..
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