Bruiser Conversions

Bruiser Conversions An authority on performance V8 engine integration kits for Jeep Wrangler JK, JL, and Gladiator JT. Of course, he didn’t stop there.
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Bruiser Conversions began its life as Jeff’s Jeep Yard in 1984, a salvage yard for Jeep vehicles. After a few years of reselling parts, Jeff established a fabrication division. Initially, he needed it to reconstruct sheet metal for bodies, repair structural issues with frames, and rebuild crossmembers and motor mounts. Necessity turned into a passion and Jeff started customizing the shape of vehic

les, bringing them to life in a reimagined form. Form and function are the foundations of a great vehicle. Jeff started specializing in conversions using Chevy small block engines with modern electronic control systems, integrating them into the Jeep Wrangler CJ models of the era, and it grew from there. He developed a process to create reliable, high-power engine kits for his reimagined vehicles. Through the years, Jeff has led his team building bespoke restorations, restomods, hot rods, street rods, muscle cars, jeeps, mud trucks, amongst other creations, that perform just as good as they look. Bruiser Conversions’ clients love it, and we do too. Almost four decades along, and Bruiser Conversions is as passionate about our work as ever—excited for new coachbuilding projects, the new technologies to integrate into our builds, and the new opportunities and experiences the vehicle’s owner will get to enjoy. The seamless, factory-style functionality complements the kick-ass performance and award-winning form that makes these vehicles amazing to drive and highly collectible. It is the nearly-40-years of ideation, design, fabrication, and integration experience that our clients trust to turn their desires into drivability.

07/17/2026

Another batch of engines is heading out the door! 🔥

These builds are getting prepped, checked, and ready to power their next projects. We appreciate everyone trusting us with their builds and can’t wait to see these engines come to life.

More power. More swaps. More builds on the way.

LTEngine L8T LSSwap BuiltNotBought ShopLife Horsepower Performance

Power meets capability. 💪This Jeep Gladiator is powered by a GM L8T V8 topped with a Whipple supercharger, delivering se...
07/07/2026

Power meets capability. 💪

This Jeep Gladiator is powered by a GM L8T V8 topped with a Whipple supercharger, delivering serious performance on and off the road. Built the Bruiser Conversions way.

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The perfect drivetrain combo. 🔥This Jeep Gladiator features our Bruiser Conversions LX3 V8 swap. Now paired with the leg...
07/02/2026

The perfect drivetrain combo. 🔥

This Jeep Gladiator features our Bruiser Conversions LX3 V8 swap. Now paired with the legendary ZF 8HP70 8-speed automatic for OEM-level drivability, lightning-fast shifts, and unbeatable performance.

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Another one back on the road! 💙🔧This blue Jeep Wrangler came into the shop for an engine refresh and a fresh tune. Now i...
06/22/2026

Another one back on the road! 💙🔧

This blue Jeep Wrangler came into the shop for an engine refresh and a fresh tune. Now it’s running stronger, smoother, and ready for many more miles on and off the trail.

Whether it’s a complete swap, engine refresh, or custom tuning, we’ve got you covered.

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06/21/2026

How can any father or husband be any happier with his family? I am truly a blessed man.

Just a little blast from the past from one of our Marathon trips back in 2019. Looking back at moments like these reminds me how fortunate I am to have such an amazing family by my side.

Time goes by fast, but the memories we create together last forever. Grateful for every mile, every laugh, and every moment spent with the people I love most. ❤️❤️❤️

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Happy Father’s Day from our Team to yours!!!!!
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day from our Team to yours!!!!!

06/18/2026

Another Late JK Kit is headed out the door! 📦🔥

This kit is on its way to another customer and one step closer to bringing OEM 8HP performance to another Jeep build.

At Bruiser Conversions, our Late JK kits are designed to deliver factory integration, OEM drivability, and the performance the ZF 8HP is known for.

Thank you to our customers for trusting us with your builds. We can’t wait to see this one installed!

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500 HP. 8 Speeds. Endless Smiles. 🔥Transform your JK Wrangler with the Bruiser Conversions 6.6L LX3 V8 + 8HP70 package. ...
06/17/2026

500 HP. 8 Speeds. Endless Smiles. 🔥

Transform your JK Wrangler with the Bruiser Conversions 6.6L LX3 V8 + 8HP70 package. Featuring OEM-level integration, modern 8-speed performance, and the reliability of GM’s proven 6.6L V8, this swap completely changes the driving experience—whether you’re crawling trails or cruising the highway. The Bruiser LX3/8HP70 package for the JK delivers a fully integrated V8 and 8-speed automatic conversion built around 500 HP.

Ready to build your dream Jeep?

8HP70 V8Swap JeepLife OffRoad Overland GMPerformance BuiltNotBought JeepBuild WranglerUnlimited 8Speed

🔥 Meet Smoky – One of the Original Bruiser Conversions JK Crew Fleetside Builds 🔥Built in 2014—seven years before Jeep i...
06/16/2026

🔥 Meet Smoky – One of the Original Bruiser Conversions JK Crew Fleetside Builds 🔥

Built in 2014—seven years before Jeep introduced the Gladiator—Smoky helped pave the way for the modern Jeep pickup.

Starting life as a 4-door Wrangler, Smoky was transformed into a custom Crew Fleetside pickup featuring a one-of-a-kind fiberglass bed with more cargo capacity than a factory Gladiator.

⚙️ 525 HP GM Crate Engine
⚙️ NAG1 Automatic Transmission
⚙️ One-Ton Axles w/ 5.13 Gears
⚙️ Front & Rear OX Lockers
⚙️ Long Arm Suspension
⚙️ Radflo Remote Reservoir Shocks
⚙️ 20” Raceline Liberator Beadlocks
⚙️ 40” Toyo Tires

Loaded with premium upgrades including leather interior, Warn winch, Rigid lighting, sPOD controls, AMP Research steps, and more.

With just 9,825 miles since its complete rebuild, Smoky remains a significant piece of Bruiser Conversions history and a testament to what was possible long before the Gladiator existed.
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Check out Summit 4x4 Company, one of our trusted Bruiser Conversions installers.We’re proud to work with shops that unde...
06/10/2026

Check out Summit 4x4 Company, one of our trusted Bruiser Conversions installers.

We’re proud to work with shops that understand the level of quality, detail, and drivability that goes into every JK, JL, and JT conversion. Summit 4x4 has been a great partner in helping bring Bruiser-powered Jeeps to life.

Give their write-up a read and see why they choose Bruiser Conversions.

When customers ask me what engine conversion kit I personally recommend for a Jeep JK, JL, or JT, my answer is almost always the same: Bruiser Conversions.

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12011 44th Street North
Clearwater, FL
33760

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