Poop on 392

[gato]

I don’t see it at all. She’s average at most.

You need a proper rating system:

Body = above average
Face = average
Voice = annoying as hell

Overall rating = serviceable

Seriously, while some of the views on the channel were because, when they started, she was the only decent looking girl doing truck/off-road videos on the internet. Then the actual content became quite good, when the JL was so new. Then it is a now a pay for play channel. Nothing wrong with it, I'm happy that they are living the dream and making a living from it.

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[Outrun]

IIRC (might be wrong), the big argument against CVs where things like branches, mud, etc. I'd imagine that some folks ran into issues running crappy CVs as well, and while the design is good, a bad part is a bad part.

Weak boots. RCV boots are strong. There a few others as well.
All sport SXS's run them and those people beat the living hell out those things and they don't seem to be an issue.

 

[Outrun]

Somebody just posted in the YT comments when you hit the OR+ button it allows you to shift normally without the lag. Anyone try this yet?

 

[SilverSurfer]

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the CVs in the JL Wrangler 4 Auto and the 392 V8. CVs work by far better than u-joints on and off road.

 

[gato]

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the CVs in the JL Wrangler 4 Auto and the 392 V8. CVs work by far better than u-joints on and off road.

I moved from U-joints on my 16 JKUR to CVs on my 21 JLUR. I can tell you that CVs work much better off-road. All that crazy hopping, bound/unbound on turns, etc is gone. Smooth power delivery.

As to how strong they will be, that is TBD, and those boots do look vulnerable to branches and such, and I watch out for those.

I decided to go with the CV full-time AWD axle because I think that is the direction that Jeep is going. All overseas Rubicons are CVs. 392 is CV. 4Xe is CV. Seems like Jeep/Dana are making the proper investments to make CV front axle the standard. So I humped on board.

I do wish they had a stronger boot on them or some sort of protective shield.

 

[halsjeep]

You mean like this LOL. was posted today on 392 FB group

Find a decent muddy trail!

 

[Outrun]

I moved from U-joints on my 16 JKUR to CVs on my 21 JLUR. I can tell you that CVs work much better off-road. All that crazy hopping, bound/unbound on turns, etc is gone. Smooth power delivery.

As to how strong they will be, that is TBD, and those boots do look vulnerable to branches and such, and I watch out for those.

I decided to go with the CV full-time AWD axle because I think that is the direction that Jeep is going. All overseas Rubicons are CVs. 392 is CV. 4Xe is CV. Seems like Jeep/Dana are making the proper investments to make CV front axle the standard. So I humped on board.

I do wish they had a stronger boot on them or some sort of protective shield.

Have you managed to damage a boot?

 

[Upnarms]

Not sure why I watch the videos because I usually get so annoyed by the talking and "super rad" comments. But I will say, I have NEVER heard such an obvious bitter and (somebody else used the word which is perfect) pouty tone in one of their videos. "honestly, it was literally super" childish for sure. Watch any other YouTubers' reviews of the 392. Most all of them appear very elated/ happy behind the wheel with a giddy smile. Maybe it was underwhelming for them, as they already had a hemi jeep. But when you begin your video all butt hurt about not getting an invite from Jeep, it sets the stage for what followed.

 

[Hold24]

Not sure why I watch the videos because I usually get so annoyed by the talking and "super rad" comments. But I will say, I have NEVER heard such an obvious bitter and (somebody else used the word which is perfect) pouty tone in one of their videos. "honestly, it was literally super" childish for sure. Watch any other YouTubers' reviews of the 392. Most all of them appear very elated/ happy behind the wheel with a giddy smile. Maybe it was underwhelming for them, as they already had a hemi jeep. But when you begin your video all butt hurt about not getting an invite from Jeep, it sets the stage for what followed.

100 Percent Agree !! They've also jumped ship with Jeep Brand because there views are down..
Ford Bronco is way for them to stay on top of the utube world . New vehicle, new content more money !! It's just a Business Decision....

 

[mnjeeper]

They could put long travel coil overs and bypass at all 4 corners, trailing arm the rear axle, sell the heavy Dynatrac axles and put some proper lightweight and stronger Fab 10s, twin stick t-case, cutting brakes, roll cage, lower the CG, and a few other things all while not needing to hack it up.
That could be just one direction of a small handful.

I bet they would swap axles if there was a new sponsor. I am pretty sure they run coilovers and I saw Kevin complain AA didn't have an Atlas yet, what other option is there?

But seriously, Your description of what they could do is pretty damn extreme and represents such a TINY percentage of potential viewers (aka money). I stand by my statement they are already well past what most would dream over. The "only a hemi and axles and 40s" sentiment is odd to me.

I have only seen one JL with most of the stuff you have listed...and the hemi never made it in there.

 

[Outrun]

I bet they would swap axles if there was a new sponsor. I am pretty sure they run coilovers and I saw Kevin complain AA didn't have an Atlas yet, what other option is there?

But seriously, Your description of what they could do is pretty damn extreme and represents such a TINY percentage of potential viewers (aka money). I stand by my statement they are already well past what most would dream over. The "only a hemi and axles and 40s" sentiment is odd to me.

I have only seen one JL with most of the stuff you have listed...and the hemi never made it in there.

There are a few twin stick T/C companies out there. Who knows if they're getting a twin stick.
Yep, you and me have a different meaning of "FAR". One of the dealers by me does Hemi swaps with axles on Evo C/O's and the obligatory 40's all the time. I guess I get more exposure than you.

 

[Outrun]

Not sure why I watch the videos because I usually get so annoyed by the talking and "super rad" comments. But I will say, I have NEVER heard such an obvious bitter and (somebody else used the word which is perfect) pouty tone in one of their videos. "honestly, it was literally super" childish for sure. Watch any other YouTubers' reviews of the 392. Most all of them appear very elated/ happy behind the wheel with a giddy smile. Maybe it was underwhelming for them, as they already had a hemi jeep. But when you begin your video all butt hurt about not getting an invite from Jeep, it sets the stage for what followed.

And comparing a Supra tuned with 600RWHP to a factory 392 is coloring books for Christmas.

I wonder if they knew the 392 has 3.73 gearing.

 

[OffroadCalling77]

Good on you Bud! I always feel better, mentally/physically, after working out. Keep it STRONG!

Yeah it’s a key part to staying consistent with my business, relationship with my wife and Spiritual life. Much less sour day to day than these folks are in the video posted to the thread. Haha.

 

[entropy]

I don’t see it at all. She’s average at most.

I mean she is. Most people are fat and ugly here in the U.S., so by definition she is above average. I think you are all jealous of Kevin lol. But yeah, she is not a goddess by any means. She is not my type, but she is kinda cute.

 

[Mark D]

I mean she is. Most people are fat and ugly here in the U.S., so by definition she is above average. I think you are all jealous of Kevin lol. But yeah, she is not a goddess by any means. She is not my kind, but she is kinda cute.

Exactly! Have you seen Kevin's new garage! Love the space!

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