AMP Retractable Power Steps for Vintage Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer and Cherokee SJ (1963–1991)

Stepping into modern comfort on a vintage classic.

 

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Today, it’s all about getting in and out of your Grand Wagoneer in style. These are AMP Research power steps, known for their use in a variety of modern trucks.

This right here is a genuine Vigilante part. We’ve engineered custom bracketry that lets you install these onto your ’63 to ’91 Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, or Cherokee with ease.

 

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See these genuine Vigilante AMP Research Power Steps in action. Watch how this custom engineered solution brings modern comfort to your vintage classic.


Enhance your vintage classic Jeep experience with the AMP Research power steps. Known for their utility on a variety of modern trucks, we have tailored them specifically for the '63 to '91 Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Cherokee. This solution is a genuine Vigilante part, achieved through our specialized engineering efforts resulting in custom engineered bracketry.

This bracketry ensures installation is straightforward and reliable, requiring no guesswork. We provide a complete kit, including all necessary components such as the wiring and relays, specifically designed for the technically skilled DIY crowd. Enjoy stepping into modern comfort on a vintage classic every time you enter your full-size Jeep.

Our dedication to smart design means you get a high-quality product that seamlessly integrates new technology while maintaining the integrity and style of your vintage vehicle. Get yours now at jeepheritage.com

 

Vigilante AMP Retractable Power Steps – Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer & Cherokee SJ (1963–1991)
$4,500.00

Step into modern convenience with the Vigilante AMP Retractable Power Steps, engineered exclusively for 1963–1991 Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Cherokee SJ models.

This system combines AMP Research’s proven retractable step technology with custom CAD-designed brackets and a simplified wiring harness developed by Jeep Heritage and Vigilante. The result: a clean, factory-quality installation that deploys and retracts smoothly from beneath your Jeep’s body.

Each kit includes powder-coated black brackets and all necessary mounting hardware, eliminating guesswork and ensuring a perfect fit.

  • Designed for 1963–1991 Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Cherokee SJ

  • Features AMP retractable power steps with Vigilante-engineered brackets

  • Simplified plug-and-play wiring harness for easy installation

  • Powder-coated black bracketry with complete mounting hardware

  • Current lead time: 6–10 weeks due to high demand

  • Free nationwide shipping on small parts via UPS Ground

Watch the video: https://youtube.com/shorts/lrnvIonsoRE?si=8sH0RQuTETIlrwvO

 

Key Features

Modern Comfort for Vintage Classics: Step into modern comfort on a vintage classic. This kit seamlessly integrates technology known from modern trucks into your full-size Jeep SJ.

Complete Kit: The kit includes the wiring, relays, and custom engineered bracketry you need.

Smart Design Installation: Designed for the technically skilled DIY crowd, installation requires just a bit of drilling and wiring.

Compatibility: Perfect for the 1963 to 1991 Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, or Cherokee models.

 

No Guesswork, Just Smart Design!

Why compromise comfort on your classic vehicle? This is a genuine Vigilante part because we’ve engineered custom bracketry for these AMP Research power steps. This means no guesswork, just smart design optimized for the technically skilled DIY crowd looking for a straightforward installation process. You are stepping into modern comfort on a vintage classic. Get yours now at jeepheritage.com

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FAQ

  1. What vehicles are these power steps compatible with?
    This kit is designed for your '63 to '91 Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, or Cherokee.

  2. What is included in the complete kit?
    This kit includes the wiring, relays, and the necessary custom engineered bracketry you need.

  3. Is this considered a genuine Vigilante part?
    Yes, while based on AMP Research power steps, this solution is a genuine Vigilante part because we have engineered custom bracketry for simple installation on vintage Jeeps.

  4. What level of skill is required for installation?
    This kit is designed for the technically skilled DIY crowd, requiring just a bit of drilling and wiring to step into modern comfort.


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