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Tow package, it's a PITA to install afterwards and if you do it later you don't get the higher amperage alternator. You could buy the better alternator yourself and install it, last I checked its about $400-$500.
 
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Wont tow with it as I have a Super Duty and Expedition for that.
However, I did add a hitch to my JK. Is it easy to add an aftermarket hitch to the JL?
 

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Wont tow with it as I have a Super Duty and Expedition for that.
However, I did add a hitch to my JK. Is it easy to add an aftermarket hitch to the JL?
A lot of the aftermarket bumpers have a hitch built in and are frame mounted, I run the LOD destroyer, there are also a couple of stand alone hitches like the Mopar one if you want to mount with factory bumper. Yea, I'd say it's pretty easy.
 

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Wont tow with it as I have a Super Duty and Expedition for that.
However, I did add a hitch to my JK. Is it easy to add an aftermarket hitch to the JL?
The tow package also comes with four auxiliary switches installed.
 

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The tow package also comes with four auxiliary switches installed.
True, I forgot that. That may not be a selling point for everyone though. I personally don't want to run accessories off my starting batt and wouldn't use them if I had them installed. Having the extra power wires you can tap into would be nice though.
 

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Here is what the tow package comes with for $795:
  • 240-Amp Alternator
  • 700-Amp Maintenance-Free Battery
  • 7- and 4-Pin Wiring Harness
  • Auxillary Switches
  • Class II Receiver Hitch
 

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Tow package, if not just for the switches and high amp alternator. Cold weather package, ditch the big screen gps.
 

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Talked me into the tow package.
I'll add it to the order that will (hopefully) be submitted on Friday.
 

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Tow package, if not just for the switches and high amp alternator. Cold weather package, ditch the big screen gps.
Agree. I have the 8” in my Sahara and only use it for CarPlay. Just get the Alpine upgrade and kee the 7”. You’ll lose out on the auto-dimming rear view but save $700. And also yes to cold weather, love my heated steering wheel.
Also don’t forget that you don’t get LED tails on the sport unless you get the Safety Group.
 

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Didnt realize that about the 4 extra switches. Pricey, but will now find out what it costs to add.
4 switches that are a pita to install later and cost more, and you get a decent 240a alternator vs whatever the stock one plus a better hitch(I think) that still can't pull squat.

Also, if you like the steel bumper (rear one is crap) it's easier from factory.
 
 



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