EPIC 392 Engine Conversion - America's Most Wanted 4x4 - Day One Complete!

EPIC, along with our partners at White Rock Dodge are the Canadian install facility for America's Most Wanted 4x4 V8 engine conversions. 392, 426, Hellcat or Demon... we can do it all... and then some.
Today, we take the Ginger's Jeep, aka "Fluffy" a 2021 Mojave Gladiator and prep it for the 392 conversion. In this video, we'll show disconnecting everything, lifting the cab off the frame and removing the stock engine/transmission/transfer-case. We'll also unpack and inventory all the pieces from America's Most Wanted 4x4. This is day 1... so stay tuned for this continuing series.
For part 2 of this project, please see the video here:
• EPIC 392 Engine Conver...
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[@comptonoverland7442]

Ok that's a no joke swap. Skills !! 💪🙏

[@EPIC-4WD]

It's quite a detailed endeavour... can't wait to start it up the first time ;-)

[@brisonpalmer6730]

Might need a larger fuel tank! How confident are you using stock axles with the added power of the Hemi?

[@Schlipperschlopper]

Sadly soon all combustion cars and trucks including classics will be banned from public streets in entire EU and Scandinavia :-( In Germany the Green Peoples Party gave order to shorten fuel supply from 2025 on by reducing all conventional fuel stations to only one state operated central gas station per city or county. Car washs will be forbidden too because they are climate killers, now they want to slow down all the gas station pumps from 20 litre per minute to 2 litre per minute...From 2027 on in the EU certain car spare parts will be banned too....as exhaust systems, turbo chargers and even some engine and gearbox oils...California and New York will do the same from 2027 on.... So no investments should be done in oil burning cars any longer....They even created a new kind of crime here, called emissions and smoke crime.!!! (BABVVEN & TEBBVEN & BEFVO laws)!!!!

[@EPIC-4WD]

Yep! Move to electrification is inevitable and we welcome it. Our 4XE is a blast to drive. But for these types of Engine conversions, now is the time before it's all no longer available/allowed.

[@Flynnster70]

Why not swap out the transfer case for an Atlas? Stock transfer cases suck

[@evenflowoverland]

We're gonna need a bigger parts table 😅

[@EPIC-4WD]

Yeah, our parts table needs a serious upgrade!

[@FlawedOffroad]

just curious, have you guys had issues on JL's or jts with the driver side body mount bolt galling when removing and even bending? I just did 2 brand new 392's at work (rock slide power step installs) and both of them had that happen to that one body mount bolt(the one behind the front driver tire) Also do you have any clue what that new bracket is they started adding on the pass side frame rail in that same area behind the tire?

[@EPIC-4WD]

The JLs/JTs body bolts have some serious new locktite going down... we've found that heating them up with a bolt buster works wonders. The passenger side frame rail bracket is a new addition for crash protection to stop the passenger tire from going under the vehicle in a collision and rolling the vehicle.

[@FlawedOffroad]

@@EPIC-4WD hey I guessed right on the answer lol. Thanks for the tips on the bolts

[@rosettadimaria2001]

When is part 2 coming ?

[@TheEPICBeardedGinger]

Next week!

[@KrokemOutdoors]

You guys really have a way of increasing my FOMO level for Jeeps.

[@EPIC-4WD]

We're trying Edward... we're trying ;-)

[@glenngore6609]

Having unlimited ad/merch revenue at the ready makes all these upgrades a non-issue for these KZbinrs, but as you mention, it really ups the FOMO for us regular folks who have to use our own hard-earned money and save for years to be able to do even a few of these upgrades. We have to always remember that these are not regular folks like us, they are KZbinrs and get all the perks that comes from that. They trash everything but the body on a brand new vehicle, something we could never afford to do. I wonder if they are re-selling all that stuff to help pay for the new suspension, drive train, and motor.

[@Casey250]

The Ginger is wayyy too excited about this. I can only imagine how long the new JL will last with a 2.0L

[@EPIC-4WD]

He is certainly buzzing ;-)

[@DarkHorseParatrooper]

Actually forced air induction is a very good replacement, for displacement. You should just hellcat swap it 😂

[@EPIC-4WD]

We've done quite a few Hellcats. They are awesome fun. Forced induction can cause some potential issues with air-flow/heat while you're slow moving and rock crawling. And the amount of dust intake with a Hellcat/Demon takes some special consideration. Also, the cost. There's a package for everyone, depending on usage - and we've done them all (392, 426, Hellcat, Demon). Cheers from the team at EPIC!

[@karmicforce01]

So, not really a Mojave anymore except for the... sticker.

[@EPIC-4WD]

Hey hey hey... it's still got the hood! lol.

[@angusyoung8857]

You can never have two much power . Drop in a Kenny bell super charger or twin turbos . End Up upgrading the entire pier train . Only money!

[@EPIC-4WD]

Thanks Angus! Cheers from the team at EPIC!

[@stephencarbajal5657]

What does something like a 392 swap cost? Is it just engine swap or does the axles need to be swapped as well?

[@EPIC-4WD]

Details on our website epic-4wd.com. Also, you don't need to do the 60s axles on a 392 unless you want to or have the need to.

[@chantzabrams1527]

I don’t know if anyone is doing it.. (I’m sure someone has) But in all truth I just would like a nice 5.7 hemi in my 2018 2 door Wrangler rubicon Maybe nice little cam, cold air intake, and good exhaust. The Penta 6 has been a great little motor, but any serious tire size increase, or pulling a overland camper and it still does “ok” at best 😅Passing a car becomes a SERIOUS CHOICE especially on incline 😳 Mines bumping 175,000 miles Now knowing v8 kits are out there I will not be rebuilding or putting Penta back in… I have been saving cause I figure it’s not going to be long till Penta pukes out. I might be wrong. I personally don’t want 392… Its cool but I’m 2 time SCI paraplegic. ONE from me being ejected and instantly rolled over in a rollover. The other was crushed by trying to secure equipment in a bad storm and everything gave way and slid smashing me between pickup and equipment… sucky day. Paraplegic is bad enough so I’m not looking to show off or hot rod it. I truly think loaded down with me and my dog, the trailer food and water it takes mostly Max effort for the Penta But a 5.7 hemi would probably get BETTER fuel mileage and damn sure be safer passing another vehicle (ug) It wouldn’t be a challenge for the 5.7 where as now the Penta is screaming its guts out about 80% of the time. Gonna find out when I get a chance to start gathering all the stuff. Everything is a little more complicated for me in a WChair HOWEVER I can usually stand and lean on stuff and even crawl under my Jeep. New trick do control wheelie fail on purpose (but soft land using grip on wheels) slide under Jeep to when my legs it rock bar in WC on my back.. so yeah I can change my oil and everything I bought some used rigid frame and z fold wheel chairs mostly used for sports but these are for my shop Used because they are about 7k each new (like my nice one I don’t want to trash just yet)… I seriously modified them, they are not for public use but help a lot. Any way i put poly skids on back bars no arm rests so I can do a lot and just thrown them over on side it was disconnecting my rear wheels (fixed). I can scoot out or stay in as long as floor is reasonably smooth and do mostly what I always could do. It just take more effort and more time AND a whole lot of swearing when no one’s around😂😂😖

[@AlonzoBullis]

Listen to this finally got me gladiator after many years wanting one for many years I'm old man now and got my jeep now I've drove wheels off of this thing got 60 thousand on it and it's started giving me a fit called death wobble the dealer I got it from says they want 4500. To fix it wasn't covered under warranty so it set now but I want to fix it can you have a show on it thank you

[@jermaine7620]

How much to do this on my jk Sahara

[@EPIC-4WD]

Sorry - We're only doing new Jeep Gladiators at this time.

[@GunsNGills]

When can we get the Jolly Ginger stickers from the website? I want three!

[@bcprm]

Anybody know the song at 7:06, got me ready to drop 100k for this. Lol

[@MichaelHall-rf3pl]

Oh great! Another epic build that my wife gets to be mad at me for watching take place. Oh well! Off to watch the world’s largest off-road wrecker build!

[@chalinp4886]

Will this work in a tj

[@EPIC-4WD]

Nope!

[@DeadOnTrail]

Factory 392 is such a good deal when u put this In perspective. Especially with the high mount alternator and sump for the hemi and all the other components.

[@Sayveior]

What’s the dates speed on it now

[@winterarcher6705]

You guys are awesome. Love the content you put out as well as the vibe you create. Live on the island so I have to come visit. Keep up the great videos.

[@EPIC-4WD]

Hell ya you should come visit us! Cheers!

[@thegoodwood.71]

I see safety is not a concern in the workplace wearing flip flops .

[@TheEPICBeardedGinger]

He has "Steel Toes" ;)

[@Tinker3504]

I wear flip flops in my garage all the time. It’s nice taking a personal responsibility for one’s own safety instead of listening to a Karen online 🙃

[@EPIC-4WD]

It's soooooo damn hot this week. Typically not something we would do, but when your socks are soaking wet from sweat... it's time to free the toes.

[@johnkendall6358]

@@EPIC-4WD you need a AC unit

[@valrodrigues4203]

Price

[@EPIC-4WD]

Currently, we're only doing these installs on turn-key brand new Jeeps. Cheers!

[@thezucernoodle2345]

About time and all! Playing childish games with supercharged V6, like can you not?!

[@EPIC-4WD]

Thank you Mr. Zucernoodle. We appreciate you following along in our adventures.

[@sellickusa]

I wonder if they'll make a kit to work with the Mojave transfer case. Also, is this going to require moving up to Dana 60 axles. Thanks in advance. I have a '23 Mojave on order now

[@EPIC-4WD]

Nope... the Rubicon T-Case is required to mate up to the transmission/t-case adapter from AMW4x4. Axles are recommended in the 392, pretty much needed for the Hellcat/Demon - regardless, axles are a good idea for any engine conversion if you're going to actually use the vehicle off-road or want to do burnouts every morning on your way to work lol ;-)

[@christopherporter4561]

This is my favorite Jeep customization channel...

[@EPIC-4WD]

Wow. That's some serious praise. Our team thanks you for your enthusiasm and for following along in our shop adventures.

[@christopherporter4561]

@@EPIC-4WD I got a sting gray Mojave a couple months ago. I love it...

[@EPIC-4WD]

@@christopherporter4561 Sweet colour! We may be biased tho ;-)

[@joemcgee2918]

Should come that way right out of the box. With a standard trans, cloth seats, roll down winders and no carpet.

[@EPIC-4WD]

One can dream... or we can just build it that way ;-)

[@abazdarhon]

Do you think it is possible to fit this engine to UK wrangler ? Wondering how much more work it will be involved ?

[@EPIC-4WD]

No idea - that's a question for AMW4x4 in Michigan.

[@MadJawa889]

Lmao i want to upgrade my 5.7 in my 2021 Rebel to a 392!

[@EPIC-4WD]

Cool Beans!

[@bryanperkins2017]

"More Power! (manly Tim Allen Grunt inserted here)" This is awesome!

[@EPIC-4WD]

Thank you Mr. Perkins. More Power is the correct statement in this case. Cheers!

[@richardthomas1531]

But I want to bolt mine on the donor Mojave not the Rubicon transfercase. Didn't know I had to but a Ruby too?

[@EPIC-4WD]

It has to be a Rubicon T-Case for the AMW4x4 transmission/t-case adapter.

[@richardthomas1531]

@@EPIC-4WD I could be off,but I believe the American Most Wanted use Mojaves as donor vehicles for speed. Wouldn't the Desil be lighter and have the torque you need for rock crawling?

[@thaddeuslove6313]

Whens the next video coming!

[@TheEPICBeardedGinger]

Shortly!

[@MattSanipass81]

This is going to be EPIC..!!! No pun intended..

[@EPIC-4WD]

Exactly! Thanks Matt!

[@mattdisher9521]

Is that LiteBrites motor from their 392?

[@EPIC-4WD]

Nope, this is a brand new AMW4x4 392 package.

[@stanleyfurash7929]

Ginger didn't throw the old engine across the floor like he does with other takeoff parts, how come😊

[@EPIC-4WD]

Because the stock engine has been purchased ;-)

[@stanleyfurash7929]

@@EPIC-4WD If he had it would have significantly enhanced your you tube cred. The likes and shares would have been off the charts.

[@xtina818]

Geez how much is that swap? $40k with labor?

[@kengeroo]

I'll need one in pewter grey please ;)

[@EPIC-4WD]

Our sincerest apologies, we only offer the block in orange.

[@brianwilliams3146]

Awesome truck and video!

[@EPIC-4WD]

Thanks Brian! Appreciated!

[@jimt2316]

EPIC SHIT... RIP the RIPP

[@EPIC-4WD]

Thanks Jim for following along! Cheers!

[@wrangler70jkujeep74]

Go big or go home! Epic way !

[@EPIC-4WD]

That is one of our mottos ;-)

[@johnkendall6358]

WoW that is EPIC

[@EPIC-4WD]

Thank you Mr. Kendall. We can't wait to take you and your lovely family on a joy ride once we complete this build. ;-)

[@trailpoppy3.0]

Ok im ready for day two!!

[@EPIC-4WD]

Day two was exhausting. People got hurt, there was some serious swearing... then crying. Fights broke out over who got to sit on the 392... what a day!

[@trailpoppy3.0]

Hot damn... I'm breaking out the popcorn.. like getting ready for the royal rumble

[@bevestush]

Love this swap!

[@EPIC-4WD]

Thanks Steve! Appreciated!

[@thomasbrown3001]

Love it

[@EPIC-4WD]

Thanks Thomas! Cheers from Team Epic!

[@single_cam9199]

That’s what I’m talking about

[@EPIC-4WD]

That's what your mom is talking about.

[@single_cam9199]

Simmmahh down now , ecoluva

[@tomtommy2227]

@@EPIC-4WD haha mine too, she likes all that power!

[@jeffreybrooks3004]

I wanna see a hellcat

[@EPIC-4WD]

Hellcats and Demons scheduled for the fall.

[@jeffreybrooks3004]

@@EPIC-4WD wish I could test drive. Nothing like that in Alaska.

[@alsjeep]

Yall got Mad Skills! Do my Jeep next!

[@TheEPICBeardedGinger]

Bring it down!