1976 Jeep Wagoneer

Vehicle Quick Facts

Profile ID: 69119
Year: 1976
Make: Jeep
Model: Wagoneer
Markets: Classic & Antique, Off Road, Resto-Mod
Vehicle Type: American
Contact: Chance Leake

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Vehicle Story

The Waggy is a 1976 Jeep Wagoneer that’s evolved into a pretty unconventional off-road build. Under the hood sits a mechanically injected Mercedes OM606 turbo diesel, paired with a GM 6L90E six speed automatic and NP205 transfer case. One ton axles, Detroit lockers, 4.56 gears, and 37 inch tires round out the drivetrain.

The idea behind the build is simple.. keep the character of a classic Wagoneer while bringing its performance and capability into an entirely different league.

It’s built to cover highway miles comfortably, tackle challenging terrain, and explore remote mountain trails without needing a trailer to get home. That means finding the right balance between power, reliability, suspension performance, and everyday drivability.

Nearly every system has been modified or reengineered to some degree. And with a combination of components never intended to work together, there’s been plenty of trial and error along the way. Each upgrade brings a new opportunity to refine the setup and see what actually works outside the garage.

The Waggy is constantly evolving. The next phase includes 40 inch tires, suspension redesign, improved steering, and further drivetrain development, all aimed at making it more capable without sacrificing what makes it enjoyable to drive.

It’s a classic Jeep with an unconventional drivetrain, a growing list of modifications, and a job to do.

Tech Sheet

Chassis

  • Brake Calipers:
  • Steering Box:
    • Redneck Ram - Steering Box + Redneck Ram Kit
  • Steering - Ram Assist:
    • Redneck Ram - 8" x 1.5" Ram
  • Leaf Springs:
    • BDS Suspension - REAR: PN: BDS 004408 •Eye to eye: 53.625" •Free Height: 9.625" •Eye to center front: 26.5" •Eye to center rear: 31.5" •Front eye diameter: 1.5" •Rear eye diameter: 1.5" •Number of Leafs: 5 •Pin size: .375" --- FRONT : PN: BDS 001551 •Eye to Eye Dimension: 44.5 •Free Height Dimension: 6.75 •Eye to Center Pin Front: 23.5 •Eye to Center Pin Rear: 24 •Eye (F/R) diameters: 1.5/1.125 •6 leafs per leaf pack •Width 2.5" •Center Pin Size 3/8" •Weight 45lbs.
  • Power Steering Pump:
  • Shocks:
    • BILSTEIN - 5165 - Custom Length with External Resi
  • Fuel Tank:

Drivetrain

  • Transmission Fluid:
    • AMSOIL INC. - ATF
  • Wheels:
    • XD Wheels - Panzer - 17"
  • Adapters:
    • Advance Adapters - GM 6L90 to NP205 - PN: 50-9551A
  • Locking Hubs:
    • Warn Industries, Inc. - Premium Locking Hub, 35 Spline - 62672
  • Axle Housing:
    • Dana Incorporated - GM - Dana 60 - Passenger Drop
  • Locker:
    • EATON - Detroit Lockers Front and Rear - 225SL29A
  • Shifter:
  • Torque Converter:
    • Dynamic Manufacturing - GEN I & II Small Block to 6L90E - 2300 RPM Stall

Engine

  • Alternator:
    • AutoZone - DL2207-16-2 Duralast Alternator - 160A
  • Exhaust Components:
    • The Kangaroos Team - OM606 t3 Twin Scroll Cast Iron Turbo Manifold
  • Exhaust Mufflers:
    • MBRP Inc. - MBRP 4" PRO Series Quiet Tone Muffler, 24" body, 6" diameter, 30" overall, T304, M1004
  • Exhaust system:
    • Stainless Works - Through-Body Style Exhaust Tip 304 Stainless Steel - Oval with Tubes: 8 x 5 inches with 2-1/2 inch diameter inlet - ST2811
  • Fuel Pump:
    • Diesel Pump UK - 400bhp 130-180cc 7.7mm elements - Custom Mechanical Injection Pump
  • Intercooler:
    • Vibrant Performance - PINLESS HD Clamp Assembly 2.5" - 32515
  • Turbo:
    • Cummins Inc. - Holset Turbocharger - HE351W
  • Tuning:

Exterior

  • Lighting:
    • Psychotic Lighting - Knuckle Steering Lights - 3" Amber
    • Baja Designs - S1 Black LED Auxiliary Light Pod Pair - 387806 | Used for area lighting at the rear
  • Accessories:
    • KC HiLiTES - Cyclone V2 - 1360 | Used for Turn Signal Indicator, and Dome Light

Interior

  • Seats:
    • MasterCraft Safety - MasterCraft Original - Bucket
  • Heat & AC:
  • Intercom/Communications:
    • Midland - 50W MXT575

Shops

  • Machine Shop - Custom:
    • Doomsday Diesel - Adapters, Engine Adapter - OM606 to TH400 | (Torque Converter adapts 6L90E to SBC Flywheel)
    • Chisholm Trail Welding and Fabrication - Engine Cradle | Rear Crossmember