aldo98229
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Everyone keeps saying "competition is good!", which I agree with for the most part.
Since we've had a chance to virtually see the new Bronco ad-nausea, what...
I will start:
Features to INCORPORATE
The guys at Stellantis are right now probably trying to figure out how to respond to Bronco. Let them know what you want and don't want changed on JL!
Since we've had a chance to virtually see the new Bronco ad-nausea, what...
- Features would you want Jeep to INCORPORATE
- Features would you want Jeep to AVOID
I will start:
Features to INCORPORATE
- I am very impressed with the large 12-inch trail cam. The image is huge and clear
- In Bronco 2-door, I like how easy it is to fold forward the front seat to get out. After many years, Jeep still hasn't figured out how to design an front seat release for the 2 door the doesn't break, or doesn't break your fingers!
- Honestly, I like the slightly longer wheelbase of the 2-door Bronco. I'd love Jeep to bring back a long-wheelbase 2-door, like it offered for a couple years at the end of TJ's cycle --aka LJ
- I don't really care for Wrangler's folding windshield. It is a feature that adds cost and complexity that barely anyone uses any more
- I hate those frameless windows. Please Jeep...don't even go there!
- Bronco 2-door uses a conventional rear seat folding mechanism that leaves the backrest hinges protruding. The Wrangler 2-door rear seat is a masterpiece in simplicity and versatility
- Don't get rid of the soundbar in the middle of the vehicle; I love having the speakers right there
- I am torn with the modular hardtop. I think it would be cool to remove the rear panels, but I don't want it at the expense of adding rattles and leaks, and diminishing overall top integrity
- I don't remove the doors, so the A-pillar mounted mirrors are a non-issue for me. From a design standpoint, I prefer the mirrors where they are, right on the doors
- Do NOT replace the cable hand brake with an e-brake
- Do NOT replace the 4WD lever with a button; I don't care if the lever takes 100 lbs of force to pull!
- Most obvious one: DO NOT REPLACE THE FRONT SOLID AXLE with an IFS!
The guys at Stellantis are right now probably trying to figure out how to respond to Bronco. Let them know what you want and don't want changed on JL!
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