For the JL 2DR I only like the softop. The hardtop looks odd to me. Mine is suspended from my garage ceiling and for sale. NOTE: With all my JKs, I only liked the 4DR and mostly with hardtop or naked. I
I always get Rubicons thinking I won't change much. Then I start adding other brand components. That said, one reasonable strategy is to get a Rubicon for the gearing and other upgrades, and then if you want to change wheels, tires, bumpers (maybe fender flares) you can easily sell the Mopar OEM...
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I sold my 4DR JL Rubicon and got a 2DR Rubicon. I love it.
Some good news for 2DR riders is there are plenty of bumper and wheel/ tire options (I stuck with 33" tires until I lift it but put NITTO Mud Grapplers on just to make a point). Also shades like...
I found an extra long hex bolt, got it to bite, and this worked like a bloody charm. The "door catch" (as Chrysler Jeep refers to it) goes down as one of the more ingenious Wrangler upgrades. No more mirror dents. Next we need to get that sticking issue resolved.