2 DOOR JL build/order discussions master thread

[Affliction-101]

I'm busy getting my stuff finalized but I have to say this thing drives like a dream. Going with a stick was definitely a good choice. It feels perfect. Also I'm proud I didn't stall out, it's been 5 years since I've driven a manual.

Im glad to hear that, I was a bit concerned for a min since some people said they were having issues going into 3rd I believe or coming out of it

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[Rhinebeck01]

Did you paint muffler using a brush or spray can?

Flat black Rustoleum / spray can. Multiple light coats I used newspaper and cardboard to keep over spray from hitting places other then muffler and tail pipe. Came out great! ...... I can't stand seeing a Wrangler with that friggin shiney muffler hanging on it's ass end...

Just love the Bright White 2dr. JL. Looks great sitting on my white driveway.

 

[Affliction-101]

I have a PST that has been built and is in JS. I got an email from Jeff yesterday confirming this (I already saw it on tracking sheet). So Jeff should know that PST are being built.

Separately, my dealer (who has been very helpful) got an email from the Jeep 'allocation manager' confirming that PST builds started on 5/14.

Thats so fucked up how they just lie to some of us. I wish there was something we could do and put them on the spot so they would stop feeding us bs lies.

 

[Mordin Solus]

It’s a beaut Clark!

 

[alphacc82]

Uconnect and Android auto work great. I initially set up just the Bluetooth connection and the music wasn't very crisp. I was very disappointed. Once I connected the USB cable everything was better. The Alpine system sounds very nice. I'd like a little more bass but can't complain.

I was at the dealer today checking in out(in a 4 door) and id agree the bass as is was meh. I went into the settings and pushed it up, put a heavy bass song on and it hit pretty darn good. Did you happen turn the bass up in settings? Maybe 4 door vs 2 has different subs then since the 4 door its on the side.

 

[warc1]

The train carrying my JLR has just arrived at my destination of Winnipeg! Unfortunately, tracking data has the dreaded status of "constructively placed". It's not at all uncommon and means that the tracks at the unloading yard are full so the railcar with my JLR is being stored elsewhere - likely the main Winnipeg railyard.

Past experience tells me this can last a few days, but could be unloaded as soon as tomorrow. Regardless, being in front of a long weekend, I don't expect it to get to the dealer and be prepped until sometime next week. Still - progress!!!

 

[Redneck_Jedi]

Vida has arrived!
I’m picking her up
tomorrow at 2pm!!!!!!!​

Congrats!!! Take some pics and vids for us!! :D

 

[km58501]

Flat black Rustoleum / spray can. Multiple light coats I used newspaper and cardboard to keep over spray from hitting places other then muffler and tail pipe. Came out great! ...... I can't stand seeing a Wrangler with that friggin shiney muffler hanging on it's ass end...

Just love the Bright White 2dr. JL. Looks great sitting on my white driveway.

Your Jeep looks awesome! Is that stock suspension and tire size?

 

[Rhinebeck01]

Your Jeep looks awesome! Is that stock suspension and tire size?

Yes, stock... I have had a bunch of local guys ask me the same thing...

 

[Gonzo RR]

Finally took delivery

 

[GuyIncognito]

Amen, 2-10-18 pst...still in D. If the pst’ers switch to hardtop does it speed the delivery?

I did and moved to D1 three days later. I'm going with no top all summer, so I was ok with having the hard top now that I can just take off until winter.

 

[jeep_doc]

long-time lurker, very occasional poster

Out of D Hell and into D1 Prison...today...went D1 today exactly 12 weeks after ordering (2/22)

See build in my signature

Congrats to everyone getting their Jeeps!!!

 

[FireWire]

Do you have a PST or turbo? If no to neither YES but realize it may get built June 2 but it will still take awhile to receive.

Standard soft top.. not turbo.
Needs to be shipped to Canada.
However I'm not far from Toledo. 45 minutes from the Michigan/ Ontario border.

 

[Jax2578]

Standard soft top.. not turbo.
Needs to be shipped to Canada.
However I'm not far from Toledo. 45 minutes from the Michigan/ Ontario border.

Best of luck . I did have my estimated build date move back a few days several times for a week or so before it was actually built.

 

[JBall]

Thats so fucked up how they just lie to some of us. I wish there was something we could do and put them on the spot so they would stop feeding us bs lies.

I agree. I am so grateful for the community that we have built here-by all of you sharing your experiences, we can call them on their BS. The two things that make me the most angry are 1.) that FCA has been so secretive and unwilling to communicate with its customers,and 2.) when they do communicate, it's incorrect, inconsistent and untruthful. Here is my latest round on the merry-go-round:

May 15, 2018, at 12:26 PM
Dear James,

This is a courtesy email response with regards to your 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon order.

I have had an opportunity to review your vehicle order status and the information provided in our prior email remains unchanged. At this time all models equipped with the Premium Sunrider Soft Top are being scheduled based on the order they were received in our system.

I will continue to track your vehicle order and provide you any updates as they become available.

We appreciate your patience as we launch this exciting new product.

Sincerely,
Jeff
Jeep Information Center

Tuesday, May 15, 2018 3:28 PM
Jeff,

I ordered mine 2 days after order banks for 2 doors opened up-I should be near the beginning of the line. Others on the forum I follow have made it to D1 with order dates after me. Please escalate this.

JB

May 16, 2018, at 8:15 AM
Dear James,

Thank you for your response.

I can certainly understand your feedback with regards to the timing of your order placement and do appreciate the time taken to reach out to us further.

Please keep in mind, 2-door production of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL did not begin until mid-April with vehicles equipped with the Sunrider Soft Top estimated to begin mid to late May. Please keep in mind, all factory order timing is only an estimate - not a promise or guarantee. Factory production is subject to change.

With that being said, please be assured every effort is being made to build these model vehicles with the same high quality standards of FCA once all materials are available for factory production.

As promised, I will continue to monitor your file order and provide updates as they do become available.

We appreciate your patience as we launch this exciting new product.

Sincerely,
Jeff
Jeep Information Center

May 17, 2018, at 9:51 AM
Hello Jeff,

Checking in again because the info provided by you and others in customer service is never consistent.

You stated in one of your responses below:
"At this time all models equipped with the Premium Sunrider Soft Top are being scheduled based on the order they were received in our system."

Also, I know for a fact that 2-door orders with premium soft tops began on 5/14/2018. Not:
"...vehicles equipped with the Sunrider Soft Top estimated to begin mid to late May”
which you stated yesterday (5/16/2018)

I am on an online forum with many people sharing their experiences along the way through this process. The following is just one example of a 2-door with PST, ordered 35 days after mine, yet I still have not been scheduled for production? Please explain this.

2 Door Rubicon
Granite Crystal, Auto, Premium Soft Top, Cold Weather, Infotainment, LEDs, Tow, Cloth, Proximity, Body Color Fenders
Ordered 1/11/18
Status:
D 1/12/18
D1 5/14/18
E 5/15/18
JS 5/16/18

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