
Vigilante Jeep Cherokee S
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Metal vehicle identification plate on a cream-colored surface, providing details about a 1975 Cherokee S model, including build number, QR codes, and crafted in Texas, USA.
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Overview
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Engine 392 / 6.4L MOPAR Gen III HEMI SRT-8 / V8
475 lb.-ft. of torque
392 cubic inches displacement
94.6mm stroke x 103.9mm bore
Peak RPM 6400
Aluminum, HEMIspherical chamber cylinder heads
Cast Iron Block with 4 Bolt Powder Metal Caps
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485 Horsepower
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Tremec TR-6060 6-Speed Manual
The Tremec T6060 is a 6-speed manual transmission known for its use in high-performance and sports cars. Manufactured by Tremec, it features robust construction, high torque capacity, and a variety of gear ratios for acceleration and top-end speed. The transmission is often made of aluminum to reduce weight, has synchronizers for smooth shifting, and may offer aftermarket support for upgrades. Regular maintenance, including fluid checks and addressing issues promptly, is essential for optimal performance. For the latest details, it's recommended to check Tremec's latest information or the specific documentation from the vehicle manufacturer.
transmission HEMI compatible
4-wheel drive compatible
McLeod RXT hydraulic clutch
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20.3 Gal Premium Unleaded
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4 Wheel Drive / Advance Adapters Atlas-II
The solid, one-piece case design is manufactured from 356-T6 heat-treated aluminum alloy. This material is also used for the structural access cover and all other exterior components. The massive gears are helical cut and synchro-equipped for quiet performance and "shift-on-the-fly" capability. These gears are supported by needle bearing elements, precision matched to strong 8620 shafts. The ruggedly designed output shafts are amply supported by large taper bearing sets.
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High Range 1:1 / Low Range 1:3.4
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Towing Capacity 5,000 Lbs
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5,500 LBS
BUILD INFORMATION
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September 2023
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Vigilante, Johnson City Texas
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Brittany Blue, Glacier White
Break In Period
2500 Miles
Oil Capacity / Type
Penzoil Synthetic
8 Quarts / 0W30
Air Filter
K&N
Coolant
MOPAR Antifreeze / Coolant
50/50 Prediluted
10 Year
Temp Range -34° to 256°
Brake Fluid
AMSOIL 100% Synthetic
Dot 3&4
Oil Change Interval
2000 Miles
Axles
The obvious choice for us are the DANA 60 and DANA 44 type from Currie Enterprises: these new axles are the standard of reference in the axles’ market for both their sturdiness and their reliability.
Gear Oil
Brand | RGO Racing Gear Oil |
Oil type | SAE 85W-140 |
Capacity | 4 Quarts |
Range | 20,000 Miles |
Front
Currie Enterprises Dana-44 front axle
3.71 or 4.11 gears
6-piston Baer disc brakes
Rear
Currie Enterprises Dana-60 rear axle
3.71 or 4.11 gears
6 piston Baer disc brakes
4x4
TRANSFER CASE
For the VIGILANTE line, we chose to maintain the four-wheel-drive mode of operation. That’s why, to best distribute the high power of the HEMI engine, we selected an Advance Adapters Atlas-II type of reinforced transfer case.
Gear Oil
Brand | Redline Oil MT-90 |
Oil type | SAE 75W-90 GL-4 |
Capacity | 2 Quarts |
Break in Range | 500 Miles |
Oil Changes | 10 - 15K Miles |
Engage from Stop
Lock front hubs
Turn off car to shift into gear
Engage REAR before FRONT
Slide REAR shifter into HI or LO
*Slide FRONT shifter into matching gear
Engage while Moving
Lock front hubs
Slow 2-5 MPH (10 MPH MAX)
Apply clutch or shift transmission to N
Engage REAR before FRONT
Gently push shifter until it slides into gear
*Slide FRONT shifter into matching gear
4x4 HI
The normal mode when you need to have full capacity of 4x4 in the paved road.
More information about transfer case here on provider website
4x4 LOW
Front dig
Chassis & Suspension
Custom Vigilante Chassis
Based on 3D scan of vehicle, CAD designed frame offers unique ride quality with no body modifications
Four wheel coil-over suspension, with triangulated four link rear, and panhard front linkage.
5x2.5” frame rails
Powder coated
Towing Capacity : 7,500 Lbs
Shock
Factory Race Series 2.5 Coil-Over Reservior Shock (Pair) - 883-02-121
Coil
Eibach Coil 400 (1400.250.0400S)
Helper
Eibach Helper Spring
EIB-HELPER250
4in FL x 2.5in
Spacer
EIB-SPACER250
Helper/Tender, Spacer,
2.50 in. ID, Black Ano.
Cooling System
THE PWR BRAND IS SYNONYMOUS WITH RACING.
Since 1988 winning teams in NASCAR, IndyCar, NHRA, and IMSA SportsCar racing have trusted PWR to provide the best cooling solutions for their equipment.
High density PWR aluminum radiator
850W Vintage Air brushless electric fan.
Exhaust
MOPAR cast iron high flow exhaust manifolds mated to a cut off valve and BORLA dual in-out muffler with mandrel bent stainless steel dual exhaust system.
Exhaust loudness is controlled with a vintage switch on dash.
Stainless style Borla Muffler
Stainless style Exhaust Pipe 3”
Steering System
BORGESON Street and Peformance Series
This all-new power steering box has a quick 12.7:1 ratio with firm modern steering feel.
Input Shaft: 3/4″-30 Spline
Pitman Shaft: 1-1/4″ GM with 32 Splines and 4 Master Splines
Pressure Port: M18 X 1.5 O-Ring
Return Port: M16 X 1.5 O-Ring
Maximum Pressure: 1450 PSI Maximum Operating Pressure, 1100-1250 Optimal
Flow Rate: 2.5-3.0 GPM Flow Rate Recommended
Fuel System
Vented 20 gallon custom built fuel tank
Powder-coated black stainless steel
Stainless steel system plumbing
Large and easily serviceable fuel filter
In-tank fuel pump
ATTWOOD EPA-compliant fuel vapor filtering
NOTES
•The fuel sending unit is an inch off bottom of the fuel tank, therefore when you are on E there is still some fuel in the tank allowing you a reasonable distance to a gas station.
• Its normal to sense a fuel odor immediately after fueling.
• A charcoal canister has been added to the evaporative release line to mitigate fume escape.

Safety
A/C
Vintage Air Gen 5 Air Conditioner KIT ID: (471066) 1964 - 66 Ford Mustang
Electronically controlled system replaces the factory AC and Heating system
Rear AC and Heat vents are active while in the “VENT” setting only
A/C Controller Calibration
When installing the senesors to retrofit this AC system using the original controls, we calibrate the “throw” of 3 control panel sensors so the system knows the upper limit and lower limits of the original switches. If you experience odd behavior from the A/C unit. Where the function is reversed, you will want to recalibrate the unit.
The Calibration function is controlled with a magnetic sensor located in the middle left wall of the glove box. Using the supplied magnet or a magnet of your own, follow this procedure to calibrate your AC controls
Ignition Key On / Car On
Move the controls to:
HI FAN
DEFROST MODE
MAX WARM
1
Hold Magnet to sensor to engage Program Mode
The blower will change speed to medium
2
Move the controls to:
FAN OFF
VENT MODE
MAX COOL
3
Remove the Magnet from sensor
Listen for Fan to turn off to exit Program mode.
Store Magnet in a safe place
Test AC
4
Intermittent Wipers
Intermitent wipers have been added as a functional upagrade to this vehicle.
Setting the wipers happens with a series of twists of the wiper knob.
1st click
Intermitent 8 Second wiper delay
2nd click
High Speed
Clickback to Position 1
Low (continuous) wiper speed
Click to Position 2 and back to 1 for 3 second wiper delay.
Fire Extinguisher
E Brake
Roadside
Tailgate Glass
Electric Windows
Intermittent Wipers
An ELEMENT Fire Extinguisher
is installed under the driver seat.
1: Twist off the bottom and
2: Use RED PAINT dot on the
bottom cap to strike black button on top & INGITE the fire extinguisher.
https://elementfire.com/products/element-e50
Fire Extinguisher
E Brake
Roadside
Tailgate Glass
Electric Windows
Intermittent Wipers
This car has a manual e-brake:using a mix of new and old technology.
In addition to using your PARKING BRAKE we suggest always curbing wheels and LEAVING CAR IN GEAR when parked to ensure maximum safety against rolling.
An LED indicator is on your dash to remind you the parking brake is engaged.
Do Not Drive with Parking Brake engaged. Doing so will require costly repair to replace parking brake drum.
Fire Extinguisher
E Brake
Roadside
Tailgate Glass
Electric Windows
Intermittent Wipers
This car is not equipped with a spare tire.
We recommend subscribing to roadside assistance with your ensurer.
If your vehicle becomes dangerous to operate STOP DRIVING and have it TOWED ON A FLAT BED to service.
Stopping immediately can prevent costly repair. Wheel Replacement is available.
See TIRE Section
If something seems off,
PLEASE CONTACT VIGILANTE
Fire Extinguisher
E Brake
Roadside
Tailgate Glass
Electric Windows
Intermittent Wipers
The tailgate glass can be operated by three switches.
The key does not have to be on to operate the tailgate glass.
- Interior Switch
- Tailgate Key
- Wireless Keyfob
Fire Extinguisher
E Brake
Roadside
Tailgate Glass
Electric Windows
Intermittent Wipers
Door glass is raised and lowered using an electric motor.
The classic crank has been converted to an electronic switch.
(!) Limit the pressure applied to the crank . Due to the nature of restored parts, they can suffer breakage under extreme pressure.
1. Push down to lower window
2. Pull up to raise window
Fire Extinguisher
E Brake
Roadside
Tailgate Glass
Electric Windows
Radio
OEM JEEP radio Bluetooth and HD-radio
integrationJL Audio C2-650x front speakers
AudioFrog GS 8” subwoofer-midrange rear speakers
Your vehicle has been fitted with an upgraded origianl Jeep Radio.
This system included Bluetooth integration.
For in depth operating procedures, please refer to the Aurora Design FRM-3.0 Documentation.
QUICK GUIDE
Click on image to open the quick guide
PAIRING MODE
Twist Volume 2X to right
Select “Aurora Design BTU” on Bluetooth Device.
VOLUME
Select a mid-range stereo volume
Fine tune volume on bluetooth device
SCROLLING THROUGH SONGS (TUNING)
Turning the dial —> advances the song
Turning the dial <— rewinds the song
Amplifier
JL Audio VX1000/5i - 5 Channel Amplifier with Integrated DSP, 1000 W
Amplifier settings have been set based on our standards. You may require additional settings for your listening needs.
Recommended Amplifier Setting Procedure
Remove rear passenger speaker panel
Remove amplifier cover
Set radio to a strong FM station
Choose a comfortable listening loudness
Adjust amplifier to desired output setting
Check setting with full range of Stereo volume
Play Music on Bluetooth Source
Make adjustment to Bluetooth volume using portable device
When all sounds right, close amplifier and speaker panels

Service
Fluids
Radiator Coolant Reservoir
1/3 Full
MOPAR Antifreeze / Coolant
50/50 Prediluted / 10 Year
Temp Range -34° to 256°
Clutch Reservoir
4/5 Full
AMSOIL
BRAKE FLUID
100% Synthetic
Dot 3&4
Transfer Case
2 QUARTS
Redline Oil MT-90
SAE 75W-90 GL-4
Break in 500 Mile Change
20k depending on application
Hydroboost / Steering Fluid
1 Inch from top
SWEPCO
POWER STEERING / HYDRAULIC OIL
FL-SWE715
SWEPCO715
Axles (Dana 44 /60)
1.6 QUARTS / 3 QUARTS
RGO RACING GEAR OIL - Synthetic
SAE 85W-140
Break in change / 500 Mile
20k depending on application
Engine Oil
7 QUARTS
Pennzoil Ultra Platinum
Full Synthetic
0W-40
6000 Mile Range
Brake Reservoir
4/5 Full
AMSOIL
BRAKE FLUID
100% Synthetic
Dot 3&4
Manual Transmission
3.65 QUARTS
TRANZILLA LUBE
Synchromesh Trans. Fluid - 150SM (Replaces PT# 12345349) - Suggested 1st Change 2000 Miles - Every 30K thereafter
Fuel
20 GALLONS
GASOLINE
Premium
91 Octane or better
FASTENER TORQUE SETTINGS
When it comes to fastening parts securely and safely, fastener torque settings play a crucial role. Fastener torque settings, also known as torque specifications, determine the clamping force applied to a screw, bolt or other fastener.
Lug nut spec 80ft lbs
If suspension makes noise on acceleration or deceleration, tighten suspension bolts to max tightness with two wrenches
REPLACEABLE PARTS
Regularly replacing essential car parts offers numerous benefits, enhancing both performance and longevity. Timely changes, such as oil and air filters, contribute to an extended lifespan by preventing premature wear. Improved fuel efficiency is another perk, achieved through the replacement of filters, ensuring optimal combustion.
Signature BAER 6 pistons
6 cross-bolts
Stainless steel pistons
GEL Battery
Odyssey Extreme AGM2
ODX-AGM34/78
Brakes
Drilled/grooved/ventilated 14” brake disc
HYDRATECH Hydroboost brake assistance
Wilwood master cylinder
Wilwood proportioning valve
Brake Pads
High-temperature resistance pads
BAER BvRAKES 6S/6R/XTR
Monoblock caliper replacement pads
Tires
BF Goodrich
All-Terrain T/A
Wheel Size: 17”x X
Tire Size: 285/70 R17
Bead Balanced on VIGILANTE Signature Billet aluminum CNC machined slotted wheels
Pressure : xxxxxx
NOTE: There is no spare tire included with this vehicle.
The fuel tank on our custom frame is located where the spare was originally located. If you experience a flat or blowout, please contact roadside assistance. Do not drive!
If a Vigilante wheel is damaged a replacement can be ordered. Replacement Cost is approximately $7,500. Each wheel is made to order and post processed by multiple vendors for various finish treatements. Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.

Body
Exterior
Original Jeep body, no reproduction panels
Media blasted to the bare metal
Old-school sheet metal repair with minimal use of fillersAluminum/zinc metalizing rust protection process
PPG Primers, paint and clearcoat
Painted two-tone
Dynamat sound proofing
If fuel drips - Immediately clean body
The clear coat paint we use for this restoration is sensitive to gas. If gas drips onto the paint and is left to sit, it will turn the clear coat yellow. There is no remedy or fix this issue.
If the clearcoat of your vehicle becomes yellowed due to fuel drips, the panel must be sanded and repainted.
Maintenance
No brake cleaner on wheels or paint
Keep brake cleaner and solvents off all painted surfaces. The wheels on this vehicle are polished, clear coated and painted after they are formed. Brake cleaner and other mineral solvents will cause the clear coat and paint to become cloudy.
Do not use abrasives on wheels. Abrasives will cause the clear coat to become cloudy or scratch the aluminum of the wheel.
*CRC Bräkleen
Maintain rubber seals
When possible we use all new rubber seals and gaskets. There are a mix of new and used seals on each Vigilante. Keep seals oiled using a seal restoration product or Vaseline.
Glass
The glass on your vehicle is newly cut and tempered. Keep water from accumulating on the glass to keep it looking clear and prevent waterspots. If waterspots accumulate on glass, we recommend using Griot’s Fine Glass Polish.
Lubricate Locks, Hinges & Latches
If locks & latches are not operting smoothly, lubricate them with a small amount of Lithium Grease.
Leather
Moore & Giles quallity leather has been used to upholster the seats and interior panels of Vigilante Cars. Vigilante seats feature new springs, new foam, and new padding. We recommend the Griot’s Garage Leather 3-In-1 to maintain the leather.
Roof Rack
The original specifications and ratings are less than today’s standadards.Do not load above 100 lbs. or sharp rigid
objects.Paint Codes &Decals
Glacier White, CHR60:W (1960 - 1961), Chrysler, CHR60:W,CHA60:W, WDecal
Tribal Stripe Jeep 1975, Phoenix GraphicsBrittany Blue
CHE71:29 (1971-1972), Chevrolet, 29 , WA4077, G MetallicFilling Fuel
The Fuel Filler neck is a hybrid design
of new and vintage partsFuel Octane 90+
Trouble Filling : If you experience trouble while filling, 1. Slow the fuel delivery, 2.Rotate the filler handle 1 or 11 o’clock to help air flow
Lights
Full LED warm-tone light.
Courtesy lights in door panels and cargo area.
Rearview Mirror
Cut to order premium Aluminum Mirrors
Chrome plated
Custom Vigilante Logo
Badges & Emblems
Cut to order premium badging
Chrome & Painting by various vendors
CNC-machined side & tailgate emblems
Gauges
Vigilante Signature stock looking gauges with HEMI modern interfacing technology.
Wiring
Custom wiring harness
Custom Fuse locations
Firewall fusebox
Custom Additions
LED Flasher Ron Francis Wiring (EL-40) No load LED Flasher for LED and Incandescent bulbs up to 25W
Courtesy Lights
Tailgate
Engine fusebox
Engine bay fusebox
Mini fuses
F1 :ASD 2 (20A)
F2 : ASO 1 (20A)
F3 : Fuel pump (20A)
F4 : Cooling fan (30A)
F5 : AUX (20A)
F6: Gateway (20A)
F7 : DLC/ECM (20A)
F8 : Starter Solenoid (30A)
F9 : Ignition run/start (20A)
Relays
10 : ASD
11 : Fuel pump
12 : Cooling Fan
13 : Starter
14: Ignition