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.

🔥 NEW MOTORS ARE IN — AND THEY’RE ON SALE! 🔥We just received a fresh shipment of engines at a better price, and we want ...
09/01/2026

🔥 NEW MOTORS ARE IN — AND THEY’RE ON SALE! 🔥

We just received a fresh shipment of engines at a better price, and we want to pass those savings directly along to our customers.

If you’ve been wanting to get into a Bruiser Conversions build, now is a great time to make it happen. Our goal is to make these conversions more obtainable without sacrificing the quality, engineering, and performance Bruiser is known for.

Whether you’re planning your next Jeep build or finally ready to pull the trigger on a conversion, reach out to us and see what we can put together for you.

📩 DM us for current pricing and available conversion options.

More power. Better drivetrain. Bruiser Conversions.

LSswap LTswap ZF8HP 8HP70 8HPSwap JeepLife BuiltNotBought

Wrapping up this JL Wrangler and making the final touches! 🔧🔥This JL is getting the full Bruiser Conversions treatment w...
08/31/2026

Wrapping up this JL Wrangler and making the final touches! 🔧🔥

This JL is getting the full Bruiser Conversions treatment with our LT400 6.6L stroker, cam upgrade, and ZF 8HP75 transmission.

Almost ready to hit the road!

66L CammedLT 8HP75 ZF8HP 8HPSwap EngineSwap JeepBuild JeepWrangler

Our bread & butter at Bruiser Conversions! Another LX3 + ZF 8HP70 conversion kit ready to go. These kits have been selli...
08/18/2026

Our bread & butter at Bruiser Conversions!

Another LX3 + ZF 8HP70 conversion kit ready to go. These kits have been selling like hotcakes — and for good reason. 💪

Modern GM V8 power paired with the smooth, strong 8HP70, all brought together with our proven conversion package.

Want one for your build? Come get yours! 😎

📩 DM us for kit info & availability.

EngineSwap LSswap JeepBuild JeepSwap PerformanceBuild BruiserBuilt

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.

OffRoad BuiltNotBought

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.

V8Swap JeepLife

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.

OffRoad JeepBuild Performance Wrangler BuiltNotBought

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!

LateJK JeepBuild HemiSwap LSSwap LTSwap BuiltNotBought

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Clearwater, FL
33760

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