Toycrusher
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Not my problem, no one around here cares about your JL buildWorking on a JL build in case the Bronco doesn't work out, where do I go to post it?
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Not my problem, no one around here cares about your JL buildWorking on a JL build in case the Bronco doesn't work out, where do I go to post it?
I was more wondering if I should get Oracle lighting rgbw prebuilt headlights or just OEM+Not my problem, no one around here cares about your JL build
ok so you do get it then. Yeah it is slow for sure in some areas. I recall doing the golden spike in moab and tapping my foot anxious to go faster so I get that. BUT, the beauty of that area, is surreal and you aint getting there without some risk (and some foot tapping)...even if it is a small one. But it's a case of know thy self.I bought a Wrangler because I had a TJ about 20 years ago that was unstoppable in a major blizzard we had. I got rid of it when we had kids as it wasn't practical. I did take it off road a few times but not rock crawling. I always liked the 4 door Wranglers as they had the utility of a 4x4 but were also convertible. The JLU was the first 4-door Wrangler I seriously considered purchasing as it had all of those qualities from prior Wranglers plus the creature comforts I have grown accustomed to (keyless entry, heated seats, power locks/windows, better headlights, etc.). Honestly, I bought the Rubicon for the look. I didn't want to buy a Sahara and have to add the wheels, tires, lift, hood. I guess I can see how rock crawling appeals to some but it is so sloooooow. Couple that with the serious risk of damage to a vehicle that is pretty pricey and it is not for me.
Having both a dirt bike and a Jeep is a sweet setup
I guess they can’t come out and say explorer sales are down because it is overpriced and underwhelming. I would buy a telluride and save 10-15k without hesitation.Looks like Ford isnt doing so well. May scrap production?
https://www.detroitnews.com/story/b...ford-earnings-fourth-quarter-2019/4626722002/
While the Bronco won't be focused on towing, it wouldn't surprise me if it's rated significantly higher than the Wrangler.The 10speed only makes sense for somebody who's towing often which like the Wrangler will not be the Broncos forte.
I agree. Payload and better towing capacity will more then likely be better and that is what overlanders want. BUT, probably about all serious-use-their-jeeps-as-it-was-built-for owners overload the crap out of their rigs and not much happening. Towing isnt really a jeep thing although I will be towing 2k. I wish it was rated better but I wouldnt tow much more than 2k anyway.While the Bronco won't be focused on towing, it wouldn't surprise me if it's rated significantly higher than the Wrangler.
The Ranger Raptor is rated for 5500# with the diesel. The current Ranger is rated for 7500# with the same engine likely to be offered in the Bronco.
The Bronco suspension won't be set up like a Wrangler. Between that, the engine offerings, and sharing a platform with the pickup, I think it could very well be rated for 5000# or better. That would be attractive to the overlanding crowd.
If so, it might cause Jeep to offer the JTs max tow package (4.10, D44 wide front and back, cooling/alternator upgrade) in the Sport S with stiffer springs.
I believe you said before that it wasn't Wrangler, but Jeep related.Speaking of desert running...check your favorite news site on February 6 12:01 AM ET when some Chicago Auto Show embargoes expire.
Ford insiders have strongly suggested it will not be the 2.7, but something larger. That list is pretty short, either 3.0 or 3.5 TT Ecoboost, pics of the R prototype would suggest it has to be the third gen 3.0L TT Ecoboost.The Bronco will never get the 5.0 engine.
Base model will have the 2.3 and the Raptor will have the 2.7. It remains to be seen if the 2.7 will be an option on anything but the Raptor at this point but I would assume it will be.
New 2020 Jeep® Gladiator Mojave: the Ultimate High-performance Off-road Midsize Pickup
First Desert Rated Jeep 4x4
Jeep® Desert Rated vehicles represent the ultimate in high-speed off-road capability and performance in grueling desert and sand environments
All-new Gladiator Mojave is first Jeep vehicle to earn brand’s newly minted Desert Rated badge Industry-exclusive FOX hydraulic jounce bumpers and 2.5-inch internal bypass shocks with external reservoirs bolster Gladiator Mojave’s high-speed sand-running credentials
So... shocks and (eventually) locking the rear in 4h. Oh, and trim.
Nice to see they needed all that camo to hide a hood scoop though.
I like the orange stitching. Wish I had that on my Punk’n. That and the Fox shocks and jounces.https://www.motor1.com/news/397051/jeep-gladiator-special-edition-debuts/
Jeep Gladiator Mojave. First Jeep to wear the new Desert Rated badge.