In the early 1960s, Jeep produced a number of pickup trucks, called Gladiators, designed with the goal of providing durability and utility to the American public.
Over 50 years later, these iconic 4x4s have become hard to find, but we spotted one in Moab, Utah during Easter Jeep Safari that was unlike any we had ever seen.
The project, nicknamed “Komodo,” has taken the shape of a performance-oriented crawler with a modern drivetrain, custom suspension, 40-inch Nitto Trail Grapplers and a host of accessories designed to provide a hardcore, durable off-road experience while being mild-mannered enough on the highway to be a daily driver.
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Aesthetic mods include a unique “Marine Forest Green” paint, custom canvas soft-top, and military-grade tail lights, creating a distinct look. While the purpose of the soft-top is to add extra storage and utility to the rig, it undoubtedly sets the J200 apart from others.
Inside, comforts like Vintage Air AC and a Dakota Digital gauge modernize the ride without sacrificing its rugged charm. For safety, Kevin installed a custom interior roll cage as well. The instrumentation has been swapped for a Dakota Digital gauge, common in older vehicles with modern LS-based engine swaps. Kevin and American Vintage 4×4 are living proof that the older a vehicle is, the more potential it has to become something incredibly unique. Check out the video below to get a closer look at what makes Komodo a one-of-a-kind classic 4×4.
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