5.3L V8-Powered 2008 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
$49,995
Year
2008Make
JeepModel
WranglerOdometer
37,000Engine
GM 5.3L V8Fuel Type
gasolineTransmission
automaticDrivetrain
4×4VIN / Chassis #
1J4GA64178L555467Seller
private partyLocation
Peoria, AZTitle Status
cleanCARFAX Report
View ReportA professionally engineered one-ton JK with V8 power and a 112-inch wheelbase, this 2008 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4×4 is offered at $49,995 with approximately 37,000 miles and is located in Peoria, Arizona. The factory Rubicon platform has been transformed with a GM 5.3L V8 swap by Novak Conversions, a full stretch by BentFabAZ, and competition-grade components throughout, earning Jeep Farm 2025 Best Crawler and Copper State Customs 2025 Best Offroad recognition. CARFAX reflects 18 service history records, personal-use ownership, and minor front damage reported in 2021, with no total loss or salvage brands reported.
- JK Rubicon Foundation: The 2008 model year sits early in the JK generation, bringing a wider track and improved stability compared to the TJ while retaining solid axles and true body-on-frame construction. From the factory, Rubicon models included Dana 44 axles, Tru-Lok electronic lockers, and a 4:1 Rock-Trac part-time 4×4 system, establishing one of the strongest production off-road platforms of its era.
- Novak 5.3L V8 Conversion: Power now comes from a GM 5.3L V8 installed by Novak Conversions in Utah, paired with a Hughes-built 4L60E automatic transmission and an NP241 transfer case. The setup sends torque through 5.38 Yukon gears and ARB air lockers front and rear, engineered to reliably turn 40-inch tires under load.
- One-Ton Axles and Stretch: Fabrication by BentFabAZ stretched the chassis 16 inches total, eight inches front and rear, resulting in a 112-inch wheelbase supported by a triangulated 4-link suspension and 16-inch ORI struts. A 2005+ Ford Super Duty Dana 60 front axle with chromoly shafts and 1550 joints is matched to a Sterling 10.5 rear with Artec truss, controlled by PSC full hydraulic steering and a J8 master cylinder.
- Armor and Trail Equipment: Protection includes a Genright double-pass TIG-welded roll cage, TNT rear stretch armor, Genright aluminum front bumper, and 3/8-inch aluminum engine and belly skids backed by 3/4-inch UHMW. Recovery and support systems feature a Warn Zeon 12K winch, ARB twin compressor mounted under the passenger seat, Raceline Monster beadlocks, and 40-inch Nitro Kspec stickies with a full matching spare.
- Ownership and Records: CARFAX documents personal-use history across multiple states and 18 recorded service entries. Minor front damage was reported in February 2021, described as cosmetic in nature, with no structural damage or total loss brands indicated, and the vehicle currently carries a clean Arizona title per seller.
For buyers searching for an LS-swapped JK Rubicon, stretched Wrangler crawler, or one-ton Jeep on 40s, this example delivers documented awards, professional fabrication, and premium components in a complete package. Replicating a build at this level today would require significant time, coordination, and capital beyond the current asking price.
Powertrain
- GM 5.3L V8 swap by Novak Conversions
- 4L60E automatic transmission built by Hughes
- NP241 transfer case
- 5.38 Yukon ring and pinion gears front and rear
- ARB air lockers front and rear
- Custom 18-gallon fuel tank
Axles and Steering
- 2005+ Ford Super Duty Dana 60 front axle with integrated truss
- Chromoly front axle shafts with 1550 U-joints
- Warn locking hubs
- 2005+ Ford Super Duty Sterling 10.5 rear axle with Artec truss
- PSC full hydraulic steering
- J8 master cylinder
Suspension and Chassis
- 16-inch total stretch, 8-inch front and 8-inch rear
- 112-inch wheelbase
- Triangulated 4-link suspension
- 16-inch ORI struts
- Aluminum control arms, 1 3/4-inch uppers and 2 1/4-inch lowers
- FK heims
- Genright double-pass TIG-welded roll cage
Wheels and Tires
- 40-inch Nitro Kspec sticky tires
- Raceline Monster beadlock wheels
- Full-size matching spare
- Spare front and rear axle shafts
Armor and Recovery
- Genright aluminum front bumper
- Warn Zeon 12K winch
- TNT 8-inch rear stretch armor
- 3/8-inch aluminum engine skid with 3/4-inch UHMW
- 3/8-inch aluminum belly skid with 3/4-inch UHMW
- ARB twin compressor mounted under passenger seat
Exterior and Body
- Full soft top
- Factory half hard doors
- LED headlights
- Maxbilt LED taillights
- Heat reduction hood
Included Extras
- ORI dual fill kit
- Nitrogen bottle
- Additional spare parts package
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