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I am 68 years old with a new 18 JLR 2 Door and 2.0 liter with the Stock 33" tires. I find that I have been highway traveling at about 62 MPH when I am not paying attention and relaxed. The speed limit is 70. Again, it may be an age thing, but, I am gripping the wheel at 70 and feel like things could get squirrely with the short wheel base. I probably just need to drive more highway miles.

What speeds are people cruising at with their 2 doors. The 4:10 axels may be part of it or maybe I need to adjust my tires.

Has anybody ever gone 90 MPH in a 2 door? Has anybody ever checked on top speed? Assume both questions imply on a Certified High Speed track or in West Texas on I-20 (last time I was there the posted speed limit was 85).

v/r rch
We just came back from a trip ,we have a jl 2door sport with a set of rubicon wheels and a set of bf Goodrich k02s and a Falcon steering stabilizer, we ran 70 to 75 mph in the rain without a problem also got 21 mph !
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I have a 2 Dr JL, stock everything except the antenna lol. Speed limit in Michigan is 70. I routinely drive 75-80 and no, not because I’m running late...I actually usually leave home early lol. Just have a lead foot I guess. Sometimes passing other cars I’ve hit high 80’s without realizing it, and even low 90’s a few times. Only reason I knew I hit the 90’s was I looked at the speedometer. That freaked me out more than the actual handling....it handles beautifully....but I did slow down a little. I also slow down in rain, snow and windy conditions, and when I’m in the mood, I’ll ditch the freeway and take the scenic route home. Then I stick to the speed limit and do a lot of waving ;). By the way I’m a 64 year old “girl” who’s loving her first Jeep :)
 

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Me again. I will drop my tire pressure today. May try 30-35 and see how it feels. Thanks to all who make this forum great. Anybody driving the Texas I-10 or I-20 where the posted speed limits run 85 MPH?
v/r rch
What does your factory door sticker say your tire pressure should be? Have you looked? That is the pressure I would run.
 

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Usually drive my 2Dr between 45 and 65 because that is where I am comfortable driving (and its the best for mileage).
I am 57 and tire pressure is alway 41-43. I have driven in the 70's for extended periods of time and the Jeep feels like its handling fine....but like "Jayvis" wrote in his post; I drive in my comfort zone...which typically is slower than other drivers on any given road and I am passed by everyone..... Its okay because I am enjoying the ride...and I try not to get in a hurry. (plus no worries of speeding tickets).
Now when I am driving my Corvette....its the opposite; I am passing everyone. But between the two, I prefer the Jeep :):jk:.

Why are you running 41-43 PSI? Just curios..

Jeep spec says 37, I am thinking that is too high contributing to squirliness in all new jeeps (+ death wobble, yes mines back too, 4k first, 8k next, but that is another thread)..

I was talking to the Maxxis tire engineer, he said 22-25psi max because the JLUR is very light... I have owned my jeep for 6 months with multiple trips to Tahoe area from So Cal (8 - 9 hours on I5)… mostly, I have run right at 37 PSI but I have experimented with 25 psi and it is a big difference in handling and MPG..

Others on this forum recommended the chalk test.. I have not done that yet.. but I know the BFG are wearing flat at 37PSI at city speeds because I can see the print in dirt and from dirt to pavement, so I think there is more to it than the full tread contact...

Meaning when I pull off the freeway after hours at 70+ to fill the tank running at 25 PSI, I could see the contact was only about 8 inches wide due to the centrical force at speed. This was on both my BFG AT and my 37" Maxxis Creepy Crawlers (about 6" of 12.5" contact @ 37 PSI)..

As others have stated well, keep the speed down, the tires and Jeep are not designed for it...

If I was going to run often at 70+ I would put adjustable shocks to tighten it up and 125+ speed rated tires...

Then the Jeep would be fine..

Just my cents for your amusement and consideration..

Thanks for your posts!

TC

You all are great!

TC
 

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I've had my jeep for two weeks now. I'm feeling more comfortable each day. Coming home in a wind storm and frost heaves in Vermont spooked me on day 1. I have mud tires on, thinking all terrains might help. I find I'm fine on good roads doing the speed limit. Frost heaves....forget it !
 

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I have mud tires on, thinking all terrains might help. I find I'm fine on good roads doing the speed limit. Frost heaves....forget it !
You might wanna try the BFG T/A KO2s. I'm running at around 33 psi (cold) and they are pretty quiet and smooth... especially compared to M//T tires.
 
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Dropped my pressure to 33 cold which takes me to 36 after warming up (TPMS). Much better tracking. Thanks to all. rch
 

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Why are you running 41-43 PSI? Just curios..

Jeep spec says 37, I am thinking that is too high contributing to squirliness in all new jeeps (+ death wobble, yes mines back too, 4k first, 8k next, but that is another thread)..

I was talking to the Maxxis tire engineer, he said 22-25psi max because the JLUR is very light... I have owned my jeep for 6 months with multiple trips to Tahoe area from So Cal (8 - 9 hours on I5)… mostly, I have run right at 37 PSI but I have experimented with 25 psi and it is a big difference in handling and MPG..

Others on this forum recommended the chalk test.. I have not done that yet.. but I know the BFG are wearing flat at 37PSI at city speeds because I can see the print in dirt and from dirt to pavement, so I think there is more to it than the full tread contact...

Meaning when I pull off the freeway after hours at 70+ to fill the tank running at 25 PSI, I could see the contact was only about 8 inches wide due to the centrical force at speed. This was on both my BFG AT and my 37" Maxxis Creepy Crawlers (about 6" of 12.5" contact @ 37 PSI)..

As others have stated well, keep the speed down, the tires and Jeep are not designed for it...

If I was going to run often at 70+ I would put adjustable shocks to tighten it up and 125+ speed rated tires...

Then the Jeep would be fine..

Just my cents for your amusement and consideration..

Thanks for your posts!

TC

You all are great!

TC
I am running 41-43....ON THE ROAD, the Jeep handles like a Mini-Van and it gets excellent mileage...typically 21.5-22 in town stop n go traffic.
37 psi is typically good for both on and off road. Off road I will air down to about 15-17. Of course Jeep doesn’t recommend airing down as low as we do....but we do it none the less.
I find that 41-43 range allows the Jeep to roll easier and it maintains speed longer when coasting.
With the exception of my mileage.....my observations are “seat of the pants “ science.

As far as squirrels go.... Over 8.5K on the odometer and I haven’t experienced any squirreliness or death wobble.

Death Wobble is NOT caused by air pressure. If you are getting death wobble....something else is DEFINITELY causing it.....not a few extra psi in the tires.

I can’t comment on “Maxxis tires as I have never had any. But it’s my Jeep, and we are all different here...and no doubt we all do things a little different......so to answer your question why do I run 41-43 PSI....I don’t know...except the Jeep “Feels” like it’s handling better......(for the street only).
 

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18k miles so far, stock Rubicon tires and lift. Daily comfortable 75-80mph. Vehicle was speed limited by the engineers to about 98-99mph in my experience. Takes a while to get used to but it's the most work to drive a modern vehicle I've ever experienced. Lots of play in the steering/a large dead spot.
 

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On a clear day (light gusts of wind) on a Stock everything Sport 2DR 2.0T Soft Top/ 39 PSI all around -

Highest speed 98mph - passing traffic going 85-88mph.

It felt fine. Not as flat as the Camaro I traded in for my Jeep - Named MashPotato. I'm learning how to take corners in this thing. Making a wide slow(ing) turn 31-26mph - over a pothole. First set of wheels went off the ground second set of wheels went off the ground. I was midair (think horse jumping over pole) and the MashPotato did a torso twist landing. Scared me more than going 98mph - this thing moves.
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When I had my JK 3.8 6 spd I buried the speedometer many times, same with the JKU, this JLU I've hit 100mph, this JLU 3.6 appears to be bat shit faster than the JKU 3.6 6spd.
 

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I don't go over 70, I don't see a need to be any higher. It's a jeep not a corvette
 

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When the speed limit allows and not to windy it feels solid to me running 80.

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Wranglers are as much or more fun then sports cars. Just in a different way. I have a couple of pretty fun sports cars and my Rubicon. I hardly ever drive the sport cars now. City is just too crowded to be able to open it up. I usually prefer the JL on a daily basis even if it's bumper to bumper. The JL is a lot better over all the pot holes also. I don't even worry about bending rims or damaging tires anymore. It's a lot more stress free driving experience. Trust me, you will not regret your Wrangler.
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