A new customer to Jeep and already disappointed! Received Xtreme Recon wheels with 10 bolts (instead of advertised 25 bolts)

[Pinky Tuscadero]

I didn't particularly like my floor mats being all black when others got red logos last year, especially when I paid extra for the mats but... I let it go
That would have been like 40 pages perhaps

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[Xorak]

I get it - This isn't a 15k jeep like they used to make them. These Jeeps are 50k plus, basically a down payment on a mortgage. It's like if they gave you different windows, doors, kitchen granite color, or appliances than what were advertised. Whether you have the luxury to change them out or not, it is still a nuisance.

That being said, no, there is nothing the dealer or Jeep will do about it. Go have fun and get them dirty until you cant even see the bolts.

Actually, the Jeeps now are way, way better for basically the same money when adjusted for inflation.

In 1997, a Wrangler Sport would have cost you $17,140. In 2022, a 2023 Wrangler Sport starts at $31,195. That $17, 140 in 1997 is worth $32,105 today. For the same purchasing power, the 2023 is a serious value!

 

[4-play]

Tell me your uncomfortable with how much you spent without telling me your uncomfortable with how much you spent. . .


I also, "custom" ordered my XR... .. I had it go into limp mode, and reverse not work, on the first day of our 3 week road trip, which included off road trips to Colorado, and OUR WEDDING ...

was sooo sure I was going to sell this piece of junk for a Toyota , until i was leaving St Elmo, heading towards Taylor park, and seem a 4-runner pretty much fully flexed out, with one tire in the air, going down the same trail I thought was "boring" because it wasn't challenging enough .. That whole solid axle thing ..

Like one wise man once said.. Jeeps aren't that bad once you get all the OEM junk off them and replace with aftermarket.

 

[4-play]

Not On His Wheels!!!— That’s What Got This Whole Mess Started!!!!

Well, 50 on those and another 125 on the others…

 

[Punkn89]

Actually, the Jeeps now are way, way better for basically the same money when adjusted for inflation.

In 1997, a Wrangler Sport would have cost you $17,140. In 2022, a 2023 Wrangler Sport starts at $31,195. That $17, 140 in 1997 is worth $32,105 today. For the same purchasing power, the 2023 is a serious value!

you totally missed the point, but sure!

Id still trade my JLU for a brand newish Rubi LJ any day.

 

[Rustynail11]

I was thinking that maybe the post would end when we hit 15 pages, 1 page for every missing bolt.

 

[2nd 392]

Someone’s gotta do it to keep this forum worth visiting. Besides, getting waved at and getting your balls handed to you by other Jeepers is part of the initiation process. “Here’s a wave! Now step over here for your beating.” Sniff sniff… OP is all growed up now! You’re officially in, OP! Just no angry eyes and grumpers please.

Hmmmm— Not so fast, No True Flaming, many agreed , initiation process incomplete.

 

[4-play]

I had a set of these on my JT for a while, wonder if the 12 bolt rings work on the XR wheels.

 

[Xorak]

you totally missed the point, but sure!

Id still trade my JLU for a brand newish Rubi LJ any day.

I would have said the same thing until I drove an LJ when we were at the dealer picking up the 2023. It reminded me how much better the new ones are. I had a couple TJs and really liked them, but I'd never go back now.

 

[kah.mun.rah]

Well, 50 on those and another 125 on the others…

IMO it’s easier to replace the beauty ring on your new XR wheels than jack up, take off, sell your wheels and tires and then try to find another set of older XR wheels and tires for the same price and reinstall.

 

[4-play]

IMO it’s easier to replace the beauty ring on your new XR wheels than jack up, take off, sell your wheels and tires and then try to find another set of older XR wheels and tires for the same price and reinstall.

Lol, I changed wheels and tires 3 times in the last 11 months. Still haven’t found the ones to leave on there long enough to worry about a 4 or 5 tire rotation.

 

[Punkn89]

I would have said the same thing until I drove an LJ when we were at the dealer picking up the 2023. It reminded me how much better the new ones are. I had a couple TJs and really liked them, but I'd never go back now.

No doubt the electronic goodies, luxuries, ride quality, etc. are all much improved and better today. There was something about driving in my 97 tj that I just can’t get back in these new Jeeps. Maybe it was the wind about to knock me over, the oil leakage, cold cabin, or maybe it was not being able to go above 60mph lol.

I miss the simplicity of them. I felt more comfortable working on the old ones and getting them scratched up and dirty. Wheels were the last thing on my mind. I remember Dick Cepek wheels were all the rage and they were cheap af just waiting to get beat up. Throw some “BIG” 33 tires on there And you were good to go. That 4.0 was the most fun I’ve ever had in a Jeep. While still fun, I just don’t get the same feeling in this JLU. Plus my arms are growing weak with these auto windows! Haha jk.

 

[MesaAZGuy]

To the OP, I just noticed you live very close to us! Took 18 pages to figure this out, but what the heck, I'm slow! If you ever want to meet up and "play" Jeep, let me know! (We are on Ellsworth & Southern)

 

[Maxvdub62]

To the OP, I just noticed you live very close to us! Took 18 pages to figure this out, but what the heck, I'm slow! If you ever want to meet up and "play" Jeep, let me know! (We are on Ellsworth & Southern)

I'm on Higley and Queen Creek. For sure!

 

[Coltron_Actual]

I would have said the same thing until I drove an LJ when we were at the dealer picking up the 2023. It reminded me how much better the new ones are. I had a couple TJs and really liked them, but I'd never go back now.

HERESY!!

My LJ is still my favorite unless I have to get on the turnpike. But the JL is finally the four door Jeep done right.

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