Subscriber Spotlight – Andy McClelland

Originally Published in Issue 36 of 4Low Magazine

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Basic Info

Owner Name: Andy McClelland

Location: Chardon, OH

Vehicle Make & Model: 1988 Jeep Wrangler

Builder: Andy McClelland

Years in sport: 20

Drivetrain

Engine: 5.7l Aluminum LS1

Engine Modifications: BTR Stage 2 cam

TBSS intake, LS2 throttlebody

Speed Density tuned by Hutter Racing

Transmission: 4l80e

Front axle: Fusion 4×4 Kingpin 60

Gear Ratio:   5.38                        Locker: ARB

Modifications: Dual pump hydroboost brakes

Rear axle: Fusion 4×4 60

Gear Ratio:        5.38                       Locker: ARB

Modifications: Custom built to my specs

Transfer case: Atlas 2 sp 4.3:1

Drive Shafts: Goat built 1350 two-piece front and 1350 rear .188 wall tubes

Steering: Full Hydro, PSC orbital, PSC CBR pump, Trail Gear HD 8.75” cylinder,  Trail Gear reservoir

Wheels Brand & Size: Trail Ready 17” 5 BS

Tires Brand & Size: Maxxis Trepadors 42”

Suspension

Front Type: Double triangulated 4 link

Parts used: Barnes heims, and all custom brackets.  Links are 2”x.25 DOM, but all lowers are sleeved with 1.5” 7075 solid aluminum.

Rear Type: Double triangulated 4 link

Parts used:  Barnes heims, and all custom brackets.  Links are 2”x.25 DOM, but all lowers are sleeved with 1.5” 7075 solid aluminum.  Goat Built subframe.

Exterior

Front Bumper: Tube Chassis

Rear Bumper: Tube Chassis

Armor: Custom chassis and body.  Rear corners are 3/16” steel.  Skidplates are covered in ½” UHMW

Winch/Recovery: Warn CTI-S 9.5

Interior

Seats: PRP  fronts and PRP 54” rear bench

Cage – Material: 1.75x.120 and .188

Builder: Andy McClelland

Entertainment: Custom touch screen in dash, Memphis audio marine system

Navigation: Dakota digital race cluster

Communications: CB  and handheld radios

When he’s not working, Andy McClelland could be found in the garage, but not anymore.  He has completed this YJ build and is looking forward to being on the trail.  2500 hours over 2 and a half years were actively spent getting this build just right.  His favorite piece, the on-the-fly ORI ride height adjustment and the rear suicide doors for the kids.  This build is everything he planned to fit his family of five.