The Vigilante Jeep Scrambler | 392 HEMI CJ-8 Deep Dive — Build 001

The Jeep Scrambler has always occupied a unique place in automotive history — part Jeep, part pickup truck, and unlike anything else on the road. Here's how Vigilante reimagined it from the ground up. In this deep dive, Daniel walks through every technical detail behind Scrambler Build 001 — the official grand prize vehicle for the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge — and breaks down exactly what makes the Vigilante Scrambler a full production vehicle. In this video you'll learn: The history of the Jeep Scrambler (CJ-8) and why we chose this platform How we engineered a custom chassis around a 392 HEMI crate engine Suspension, brakes, drivetrain, and performance upgrades The unique design details behind the Charles Schwab Scrambler Available body, top, interior, and configuration options How Vigilante reduced build times with our aluminum body program Under the hood: A fully boxed custom chassis developed in partnership with Roadster Shop, four-link suspension front and rear, brand new Dana 44 front and Dana 60 rear axles, Fox Racing shocks, Eibach springs, and six-piston calipers on all four corners. Behind the wheel: a 485 horsepower 392 Hemi crate engine paired with a Bowler automatic or 5-speed Tremec transmission, and an Atlas II twin-stick transfer case. Fully serviceable at any Jeep or Dodge dealership worldwide. The Schwab details: Schwab Blue paint, Royal Tartan fabric on seat inserts, door cards and sun visors, Jeep-font Schwab badging, and a spare tire cover honoring Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth — every detail intentional. Production options: Two build formats available — a traditional stock body restoration (approx. 2-year build time) or an aluminum body with powder coat finish that cuts build time down to 9 months. Ten signature Vigilante body colors, four decal packages, and multiple top configurations including full soft top, hardtop, half cab hardtop, and Safari top. 🛠️ Build your own Vigilante Scrambler: 👉 https://www.vigilante4x4.com/scrambler 🌐 Learn more about Vigilante: https://www.vigilante4x4.com If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and leave your questions about the Scrambler platform in the comments below. 📺 Missed the reveal? Watch Rachel's introduction to the Schwab Scrambler here:    • We Built the Grand Prize for the Charles S...   📸 Instagram:   / vigilante4x4   👍 Facebook:   / vigilante4x4   ▶️ YouTube:    / @vigilante4x4   #JeepScrambler #CJ8 #Vigilante4x4 #392Hemi #JeepRestomod #JeepCJ8 #ClassicJeep #RoadsterShop #CustomJeep #OffRoad #CharlesSchwabChallenge #DanaAxles #FoxShocks #HandBuilt #TexasMade #EngineeringDeepDive