2 DOOR JL build/order discussions master thread

[keda69]

Pretty good considering they have bigger tires and alot more hp.

true , but the older engine was also bigger 4.0 and only had a 5 speed

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[Fred]

true , but the older engine was also bigger 4.0 and only had a 5 speed

I think it was about 190 HP?

 

[CatskillsAlex]

All right guys, I’m in!!!
2-door Rubi, 2.0 L Turbo, Infotainment/Safety/LED/Cold groups, Sting Gray with black fenders + black freedom top (with headliner).
Yeah I know, maybe I got carried away with all these options, but... YOLO.
My salesperson is waiting until Monday to place the order to give me the weekend to add/remove anything, but this feels right. I’m pretty psyched! Now the extended wait begins...

 

[km58501]

Pictures please... pretty please!

I second that. I have a 2 door SG on order also.

 

[That One Guy]

All right guys, I’m in!!!
2-door Rubi, 2.0 L Turbo, Infotainment/Safety/LED/Cold groups, Sting Gray with black fenders + black freedom top (with headliner).
Yeah I know, maybe I got carried away with all these options, but... YOLO.
My salesperson is waiting until Monday to place the order to give me the weekend to add/remove anything, but this feels right. I’m pretty psyched! Now the extended wait begins...

With the lighter 2 door, I imagine that 2.0 is gonna feel zippy. They're rated a few mpg higher for City driving than my manual Accord, too!

If it was offered with a 6 speed I would've definitely considered it.

 

[CatskillsAlex]

With the lighter 2 door, I imagine that 2.0 is gonna feel zippy. They're rated a few mpg higher for City driving than my manual Accord, too!

If it was offered with a 6 speed I would've definitely considered it.

I hope so! Without being able to test drive a 2.0 (or even a JL Rubicon) this was definitely a blind leap of faith. Let’s hope that fortune does indeed favor the brave...
And I hear you re: 2.0 / manual combo. It would seem like a logical pairing.
PS: Interesting datapoint about Turbo vs. Accord!

 

[PhotoGuy]

We’re all here for the same reason, doing the best we can. Think happy thoughts!!!!

There's a Lydia11613 on cryptostickers whose build sheet & sticker has been found! If that's you, congratulations!

 

[ImPickleRick]

just moved to D1! I got am estimated ship date of June 1st. When should I expect delivery?

 

[PhotoGuy]

just moved to D1! I got am estimated ship date of June 1st. When should I expect delivery?

"...in the year 2525...."
(Yes, I know that song is dating me.)

 

[Sweetwater]

just moved to D1! I got am estimated ship date of June 1st. When should I expect delivery?

I have been released to ship since April 24th. 18 days just sitting there.

 

[ImPickleRick]

I have been released to ship since April 24th. 18 days just sitting there.

Man hopefully it gets better by then.... did it even ship on the estimated date for you?

 

[NM Original]

All right guys, I’m in!!!
2-door Rubi, 2.0 L Turbo, Infotainment/Safety/LED/Cold groups, Sting Gray with black fenders + black freedom top (with headliner).
Yeah I know, maybe I got carried away with all these options, but... YOLO.
My salesperson is waiting until Monday to place the order to give me the weekend to add/remove anything, but this feels right. I’m pretty psyched! Now the extended wait begins...

Alex, consider adding the Towing Option - even if you don't plan on towing, you get the beefed up alternator & battery (will come in handy with all those LEDs)

ADH
TRAILER TOW & HD ELECTRICAL GROUP
includes:

• 240 AMP ALTERNATOR (BAL)
• 700 AMP MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY (BCV)
• WIRING HARNESS (XF2)
• AUX SWITCHES (LH2)
• CLASS II RECEIVER HITCH (XFN)

On other models ( like my 2002 Grand Cherokee ), the towing package added Oil Coolers and other beefier components. I need to tow, so this was a no brainer for me, but anything that improves the basics of the vehicle is a good investment ( in my book ).

 

[Sweetwater]

There's a Lydia11613 on cryptostickers whose build sheet & sticker has been found! If that's you, congratulations!

HEY Lydia we want to know if this is you !!! If so copy and paste.

Lydia11613 1C4GJXAG1JW1***** 2 Sport 3.6L Pentastar FOUND FOUND 2/15/2018 5/9/2018 4:39:21 PM

 

[Sweetwater]

Man hopefully it gets better by then.... did it even ship on the estimated date for you?

I have no estimate date of delivery. I guess they are waiting for a complete load
to Northeast Ohio as no dealers have any.

 

[CatskillsAlex]

Alex, consider adding the Towing Option - even if you don't plan on towing, you get the beefed up alternator & battery (will come in handy with all those LEDs)

ADH
TRAILER TOW & HD ELECTRICAL GROUP
includes:

• 240 AMP ALTERNATOR (BAL)
• 700 AMP MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY (BCV)
• WIRING HARNESS (XF2)
• AUX SWITCHES (LH2)
• CLASS II RECEIVER HITCH (XFN)

On other models ( like my 2002 Grand Cherokee ), the towing package added Oil Coolers and other beefier components. I need to tow, so this was a no brainer for me, but anything that improves the basics of the vehicle is a good investment ( in my book ).

Interesting suggestion. Thank you very much, NM Original! I don’t anticipate any towing, but will definitely do some research on the alternator and battery.
Do you think there is a risk stock LEDs will drain the battery too quickly? That didn’t even cross my mind. Would love to hear more about your concerns/experience.

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