Lugwrench
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- Dennis
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- Sierra Nevada
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- 2012 JK 2-door Rubicon, modified
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I bought a diesel Rubicon two months ago, and I've really enjoyed driving it. My previous rig was a 2-door JK Rubicon with manual transmission. It had a lift and 35's. The new JL (still stock) drives so much better that it is hard to compare. The improvement comes from many factors: longer wheelbase, no suspension mods yet, and general improvements of the JL over the JK.
The diesel, however, is the most satisfying upgrade. It climbs big hills at 1800 rpm without it seeming to notice. Acceleration is there when I want it--effortlessly. It isn't loud, but it sounds right. I am so happy I opted for this engine!
Then I took a road trip. I just returned from more that 2000 miles touring Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and California. I kept careful records at each fuel stop and I was able to calculate the overall MPG for the trip at 26.6. That's more than the EPA highway estimate. On one tank I got over 30. I did highway miles, two lane back roads, national park roads, and one day off-road. 26.6!
The diesel, however, is the most satisfying upgrade. It climbs big hills at 1800 rpm without it seeming to notice. Acceleration is there when I want it--effortlessly. It isn't loud, but it sounds right. I am so happy I opted for this engine!
Then I took a road trip. I just returned from more that 2000 miles touring Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and California. I kept careful records at each fuel stop and I was able to calculate the overall MPG for the trip at 26.6. That's more than the EPA highway estimate. On one tank I got over 30. I did highway miles, two lane back roads, national park roads, and one day off-road. 26.6!
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