TripleB
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- Brent
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- Flowery Branch, GA
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- 2000 TJ (Sold), 2013 JKUS (Sold), 2015 JKUR (Sold)
What will the tow capacity be?
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It will be the same as the V6 and turbo 4. The limits on towing aren't based on the engine, but the Jeep overall.What will the tow capacity be?
That's what I figured. It has more to do with the overall size and weight of the Jeep not HP or TQ (probably the same 3,500 pounds). I am starting to wonder what the advantages to this engine option is other than MPG and your additional maintenance cost will eat up any saving.It will be the same as the V6 and turbo 4. The limits on towing aren't based on the engine, but the Jeep overall.
Range would be one thing.That's what I figured. It has more to do with the overall size and weight of the Jeep not HP or TQ (probably the same 3,500 pounds). I am starting to wonder what the advantages to this engine option is other than MPG and your additional maintenance cost will eat up any saving.
Torque. The 3.6L doesn't have a lot of it lower in the RPM range. This much torque would help off road and probably allow you to go with a range of tire sizes without the need to regear. The increased fuel economy isn't really about the savings. It's about range. You no longer need to carry a 10-gallon jerry can on off road trips.That's what I figured. It has more to do with the overall size and weight of the Jeep not HP or TQ (probably the same 3,500 pounds). I am starting to wonder what the advantages to this engine option is other than MPG and your additional maintenance cost will eat up any saving.
Can't disagree with that, I'd absolutely have to try it myself as well. If they stick to the auto-only (and probably will) then it's $2K for the trans plus maybe another $3.5-4K for the motor I'm guessing. That's going to hurt. A lot.I agree with both of you. The additional range would be a plus but maybe not worth the money. My JK gets about 275 miles p/t, which I hate. 400 miles p/t would be a big plus. Yes, the additional torque would be another plus if your going to big tires like 37s or bigger. I guess it's all about the feel when I drive it for me. I need to drive one in order see if it's worth the money!
Agreed. The turbo diesel option is what sold me on the JL in general. But if I can't get the out the door price and interest rate in the right place, the whole thing is a no go. Part of me would rather spend the money on installing hydro assist and 37s in my JKUR anyway.Can't disagree with that, I'd absolutely have to try it myself as well. If they stick to the auto-only (and probably will) then it's $2K for the trans plus maybe another $3.5-4K for the motor I'm guessing. That's going to hurt. A lot.
Range would be one thing.
For the price premium of the diesel you could install a 10, 15 or 20 Gallon extended range fuel tank and still have money left over for fuel.The increased fuel economy isn't really about the savings. It's about range. You no longer need to carry a 10-gallon jerry can on off road trips.
Why would you think you could perceive it ‘pulling any stronger’ in high/top gear on the interstate when the upper gears are much taller than the transmissions they replace? That difference would get in the way of any perception of putting power to the tarmac.In my case....the 3.6 is just a little weak with the tires and lift we add even when geared. I have driven the new JL in high gear on the interstate it did not seem to pull any stronger.