So you want a diesel...Official AEV J8 MILSPEC Press Release

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  • AEV Dave
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    • Sep 2007
    • 2797

    So you want a diesel...Official AEV J8 MILSPEC Press Release

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    J8 MILSPEC Press Release -

    The J8 is one of the toughest vehicles in the world and, until now, it was only sold to foreign militaries and governments. A very limited number of 2010 J8’s will be made available to enthusiasts in the United States exclusively from American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) as the AEV J8 MILSPEC.

    "Hardcore off-road enthusiasts have been asking for a vehicle like this for years, no frills and setup for a choice of diesel or V8 power and built with extra heavy-duty components,” said Dave Harriton, CEO of American Expedition Vehicles. “It’s certainly not for everyone, but that’s all part of the appeal. Being able to offer even limited quantities to the American public is really a dream come true for AEV. First, it’s a perfect match with our niche manufacturing and distribution channels, and second, the J8 is a unique part of history that we’re proud to be part of."

    The AEV J8 MILSPEC will be sold as a component rolling chassis. The vehicle is meant for off-road use, and as typical for component vehicles the engine and transmission will be installed by the buyer or at the buyer’s direction by an independent contractor. Although AEV does not provide the powertrain, there are a number of independent AEV dealers that can supply and install either a 2.8-liter diesel engine or a 5.7-liter V-8 HEMI engine and transmission package.

    The J8 MILSPEC will be assembled in Detroit by AEV. The complete rolling chassis will be delivered painted, upholstered, fully instrumented and will include ABS brakes, heavy duty suspension and axles, exhaust, wheels and tires.

    Designed for military use, the J8 was designed to pass one of the world’s toughest durability cycles, which is three times more severe than what civilian applications must endure. The axles are both beefed up to a heavy duty Dana 44 front and a Dana 60 rear axle equipped with Dodge Ram brakes. The frame is built for severe use and the rear suspension uses leaf springs to facilitate more than a 2,500 lb. payload capacity and a 3,500 lb. tow rating. The J8 MILSPEC will accept two powertrain options, either a VM 2.8-liter diesel engine rated at 174 hp and 339 lb.-ft.of torque or a 5.7-liter V-8 HEMI rated at 330 hp and 375 lb.-ft. of torque. Both engine choices will use a 5 speed automatic transmission. The vehicles also have a number of military-specific components, including tow loops that are rated for helicopter use, an air filter capable of running as long as five hours in zero visibility dust storms and remote-mounted batteries. Don’t look for satellite navigation or leather seats, options are limited to paint color (Desert Sand or Military Green), a choice of a three door or five door body styles and air conditioning.

    The J8 MILSPEC will only be sold and warranted through AEV and its authorized network.

    Interested enthusiasts can contact American Expedition Vehicles to learn more or to place an order, www.aev-conversions.com / 248-926-0256. Owners should expect to invest approximately $50,000 for a complete running vehicle, chassis plus powertrain.

    Press Photos: www.aev-conversions.com/J8
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  • Totenkopf
    Member
    • Nov 2007
    • 89

    #2
    Have you guys weighed one of these with a Diesel yet? I'll guess 5,000lbs.

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    • jared
      Member
      • May 2008
      • 55

      #3
      will the 2 door come with a half hardtop like the JT concept truck????
      I <3 311, JEEPS, and AEV

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      • xjski03
        Senior Member
        • Nov 2007
        • 131

        #4
        The 2 Door from the picture above will be at the "Jeep Blessing" in Mesick, Mi for anyone interested in seeing a J8 in person.
        Last edited by xjski03; 04-30-2009, 10:20 PM.
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        • aldebaran_r21
          Junior Member
          • Nov 2009
          • 7

          #5
          hi dave .is there any difference between j8 crd engine and the europian crd engine..?is there any upgrade in j8?in my crd unlimited how easy is to use danna 44 front and danna 60 rear just like u did with j8 will they fit with my 3.5nth?whats better for off road?the automatic transmission or manual?

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          • offroader613
            Senior Member
            • Dec 2007
            • 301

            #6
            The Dana 44 and Dana 60 in the J8 use a 5x5.5 wheel lug pattern, compared to the 5x5 for the JK Wrangler.
            http://www.jkowners.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5403
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            • Vega
              Junior Member
              • May 2010
              • 5

              #7
              Man, those are some great looking rides. I just need to save up my money for one of these babies. Would live to drive or even ride in one of the diesels. WHy can't Chrysler make these public?
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              • Jdemonto
                Senior Member
                • Nov 2007
                • 2340

                #8
                Originally posted by Vega
                Man, those are some great looking rides. I just need to save up my money for one of these babies. Would live to drive or even ride in one of the diesels. WHy can't Chrysler make these public?
                1) Would need to be crash test rated

                2) Diesel would not meet federal emissions

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                • billiebob
                  Senior Member
                  • Jan 2011
                  • 198

                  #9
                  The AEV J8 is just another HD OffRoad Jeep but hardly a J8.

                  This is the J8 Spec.......

                  Wheels: 17x7.5 steel
                  Tires: BFGoodrich LT245/70R17 (LT265/75R17 optional)
                  Curb weight: 4,451 lbs
                  Payload: 2,756 lbs
                  Towing capacity: 7,716 lbs

                  And to sell it as a J8 without a powertrain??
                  Pure Hype & Spin.
                  It's not a J8.

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                  • billiebob
                    Senior Member
                    • Jan 2011
                    • 198

                    #10
                    Even the headline...

                    So you want a diesel????

                    And you don't even sell it with one !!

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                    • MoparNorm
                      Senior Member
                      • Aug 2010
                      • 1504

                      #11
                      Originally posted by billiebob
                      Even the headline...

                      So you want a diesel????

                      And you don't even sell it with one !!
                      Uh...note the date.
                      The thread was started nearly 4 years ago. The J8 kit was coming from Cerberus owned Chrysler/Jeep. Fiat did NOT continue the domestic J8 KD program with AEV.

                      However, for an update the following has changed;
                      Jeep continues to experiment with and improve the J8 type Jeep. The VM Motori* 2.8 has been improved for Euro 6 standards and the VM 3.0 is EPA certified and starts rolling off the assembly lines soon in the Grand Cherokee, Ram and maybe the Wrangler...AND, if you are an off highway mining, construction or forestry company the underground version is available IF you meet certain requirements.


                      * VM is now a part of Fiat Powertrain and considered an "in house" engine, since Fiat bought the 50% owned by Penske.
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                      • billiebob
                        Senior Member
                        • Jan 2011
                        • 198

                        #12
                        Is there a link to see the spec on the current military J8?

                        Oh, it's 4 years later and AEV still does not offer a diesel option.
                        Last edited by billiebob; 01-07-2013, 09:54 AM.

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                        • apexkw
                          Member
                          • Aug 2009
                          • 79

                          #13
                          Originally posted by billiebob
                          Is there a link to see the spec on the current military J8?

                          Oh, it's 4 years later and AEV still does not offer a diesel option.




                          Nope they dont and I wish they did.
                          Last edited by apexkw; 01-08-2013, 02:52 PM.
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                          • billiebob
                            Senior Member
                            • Jan 2011
                            • 198

                            #14
                            Who'd have thought the reason we can't get imported light trucks with diesels was because we shipped cheap chickens to Europe in the 1950s.

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                            • apexkw
                              Member
                              • Aug 2009
                              • 79

                              #15
                              Originally posted by billiebob
                              Who'd have thought the reason we can't get imported light trucks with diesels was because we shipped cheap chickens to Europe in the 1950s.

                              http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicken_tax
                              Very interesting read there. I cant wait to show my land rover buddies this too
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