aldo98229
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The OP’s mind appears colored by that 3.8 V6 he owned. That experience leads him, to some degree, to overlook the capability of the new 3.6 V6 and 2.0T gasoline motors, and to glorify the wonders EcoDiesel shows on paper.My 2.0 JLUR is rolling 38x13.50's on 3.5" lift. Every linkage and arm in both the steering and suspension systems have been replaced with stronger and heavier pieces. Also, it's still on stock 4.10 gearing. Tire size has been reprogrammed with a Tazer so my speedo is correct, which gives the transmission an accurate baseline for it to properly adjust its shift points. I only drop down into 7th in a headwind or when I'm wanting to maintain a specific speed on an incline.
Most people that clamor about the diesel are interested in the mpg and/or the torque curve. What often gets overlooked, is the very long pay back period to offset the initial upcharge of the motor and its higher maintenance. Also, the taller 3.73 gearing, even in the Rubicon, negates a good chunk of the torque advantage.
I would highly suggest that you do multiple road tests, with different vehicles, to see for yourself how great the 2.0 really is.
Just this morning on my way to work on the highway, I was easily able to snap from 70 to 80+ to get around a leaking sand trailer. This motor is definitely capable of running at speeds that border on stupid, for even a stock wrangler.
Personally, I just can’t get past FCA’s stupid premium and indifferent reliability on EcoDiesel. Add to that a worthless dealer network, and that’s a sure recipe for unhappiness.
Per a diesel being “better” on the trail...I guess. But a vehicle that spends more time at the shop than having fun on the trails used to called ... a “Land Rover.”
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