So, here is my question -- Size of JL / JLU?

[Weedwacker]

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[jeppesen.io]

My source said for JL +2” total length, no wheelbase length change but about a 1.5” widening of the track and body , for JKU +7.5” total.

Oh interesting! So, perhaps ~5.5" more interior length for cargo in the JLU? That little bit will be a big help for camp stove, fridge etc.

Also, looking at the Ursa Minor top, that should give a longer mattress between 1" and 3", after the window rake is taken into account.

 

[Jeeptimus Prime]

And 2" taller. Probably due to the added lift to fit 35s well from the factory.

I am praying for this! As for the other dimensions....both 4" width and 9" length seem way too much. Sure cars are getting bigger due to safety requirements but those #s seem drastic. We'll see soon enough...

 

[Covfefe]

And 2" taller. Probably due to the added lift to fit 35s well from the factory.

I must of missed it, but can someone show me where it says we can fit 35's stock?

 

[Armycop]

I must of missed it, but can someone show me where it says we can fit 35's stock?

I think people are guessing since Rubicons are coming with standard 33s. Looks like plenty of fender clearance.

 

[guarnibl]

I think people are guessing since Rubicons are coming with standard 33s. Looks like plenty of fender clearance.

Yep. And apparently the front bumper sides come off too.

 

[Billy]

I must of missed it, but can someone show me where it says we can fit 35's stock?

Can't remember where on here, but it was an official statement that the JL Rubicon would have clearance for 35s without a single mod.

 

[guarnibl]

Can't remember where on here, but it was an official statement that the JL Rubicon would have clearance for 35s without a single mod.

Yep! Fenders are more hi-line now, and bumper sides come off... should make for 35's no problem. Believe the JL sits a bit taller now as well.

 

[The Great Grape Ape]

FCA mentioned 35s even with the Recon update in last year’s official press release;
http://media.fcanorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=18119&mid=

IIR, Manley re-affirmed this about the JL in an interview earlier this year when talking about keeping the JL not only as capable but improvements to the suspension.

 

[Jeeptimus Prime]

FCA mentioned 35s even with the Recon update in last year’s official press release;
http://media.fcanorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=18119&mid=

IIR, Manley re-affirmed this about the JL in an interview earlier this year when talking about keeping the JL not only as capable but improvements to the suspension.

It sounds like the new JLUR should handle 35" tires on stock wheels with no problems. Would be awesome if the next Recon simply came with 35" (33" from most sources) but will not be surprised if dealerships offered it with 35s.

 

[Weedwacker]

I thought I saw a post from the leaked owners manual where the back bumper end caps came off also? Not positive but I thought so.

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