sourdough
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I really like the ZF automatic and glad I spent the extra 1G for it. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ZF_8HP_transmission
As far as motors, I chose the 3.6 and am quite happy with it. My 2019 JLR is always loaded(5180 lbs.) and ready to off road, it’s not a daily driver. I do drive into the coastal mountain back country from 7 ft. elv. to 5,500 ft elev. and it has plenty of power. IMO the better choice for off road duty.
My rig...https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/showcase/biscuit.1163/
I have a Cummins turbo charged/ 6 spd. manual in my 11,200 lb. 3500HD Ram RV tow vehicle. The turbo doesn’t care what the elevation is, makes full power and climbs grades beautifully. The manual trans. is excellent for gearing down during down grades. Not so great doing stop and go in towns.
If your going to be loaded and towing a small trailer in the mountains. I just might recommend the 2.0 turbo/ 6 spd manual. FCA will get the flywheel issue resolved. Only thing that bothers me is how long will 2.0 last without major cost. The 3.6 has been proven with reports of 100,000+ miles and no major costs.
As far as motors, I chose the 3.6 and am quite happy with it. My 2019 JLR is always loaded(5180 lbs.) and ready to off road, it’s not a daily driver. I do drive into the coastal mountain back country from 7 ft. elv. to 5,500 ft elev. and it has plenty of power. IMO the better choice for off road duty.
My rig...https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/showcase/biscuit.1163/
I have a Cummins turbo charged/ 6 spd. manual in my 11,200 lb. 3500HD Ram RV tow vehicle. The turbo doesn’t care what the elevation is, makes full power and climbs grades beautifully. The manual trans. is excellent for gearing down during down grades. Not so great doing stop and go in towns.
If your going to be loaded and towing a small trailer in the mountains. I just might recommend the 2.0 turbo/ 6 spd manual. FCA will get the flywheel issue resolved. Only thing that bothers me is how long will 2.0 last without major cost. The 3.6 has been proven with reports of 100,000+ miles and no major costs.
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