The Non-Rubicon Jl & JLU Thread

[ThirtyOne]

Here's my Sport S. Added the same tires as on a Rubicon. Frankly, looks-wise I like it better than the Rubicon. Capability-for-your-money the Rubicon can't be beat but I don't really need it for what I do.

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[iWantJLU]

Here's my Sport S. Added the same tires as on a Rubicon. Frankly, looks-wise I like it better than the Rubicon. Capability-for-your-money the Rubicon can't be beat but I don't really need it for what I do.

Looks great! Enjoy

 

[Cmarr22]

The company I work for JL Audio is creating speaker upgrade kits to swap out the stock speakers. I heard one version of the kits, stock speakers, amp, and sub and wow what a difference in clarity. I have a JLU and can't wait to get my system upgraded. Good luck with your mods I have heard finding a good replacement speaker for the kicker is hard you might need to modify the enclosures....

Count me as a regret vote. I don't normally upgrade my car stereo, but the Alpine vs 7" UConnect is a huge difference. I have already ordered upgraded Kicker speakers for the front and the soundbar, just haven't installed yet.

 

[TimP]

I have a sport S now - mostly because I wasn't in a position to buy a Rubicon but needed a new vehicle, but quite honestly the Sport S is great for me.

I got the cold weather group, anti spin differentials, 7 inch display with alpine stereo, remote start, etc.. I have taken it offroad several times and its quite amazing what this thing can do. I am convinced that the rubicon is either an absolute BEAST, or its overrated - one of the 2.

 

[jhnnymac]

My tech at the dealer said the head unit wirelessly transmits to the amp which is hard wired to the speakers. He also said the amp unit is made by Harmon Kardon. Not sure if any of this is true.

Edit:
See this thread - its even more complicated“
Adding an Aftermarket Amp(s)

 

[Sgt Beavis]

I have a sport S now - mostly because I wasn't in a position to buy a Rubicon but needed a new vehicle, but quite honestly the Sport S is great for me.

I got the cold weather group, anti spin differentials, 7 inch display with alpine stereo, remote start, etc.. I have taken it offroad several times and its quite amazing what this thing can do. I am convinced that the rubicon is either an absolute BEAST, or its overrated - one of the 2.

I tend to lean towards the beast side of that equation but it is certainly more vehicle that most of us need or want to buy. I'll be doing a good bit of off roading but I see no need for rock crawling. If I ever find myself needing it, I'll fork out the cash to upgrade my Sport S.

 

[That One Guy]

Here's my Sport S. Added the same tires as on a Rubicon. Frankly, looks-wise I like it better than the Rubicon. Capability-for-your-money the Rubicon can't be beat but I don't really need it for what I do.

Gorgeous. Looks like the best beach cruiser I've ever seen.

Buying what you need is way cooler than flashing Rubicon cash for status. Never have I seen an obvious pavement pounder on 37s and thought "cool". But when I see a modified Sport, I think about someone slowly building up their baby, their trusty toy. It's a lot cooler than the "blank check" builds.

 

[jhnnymac]

The rubicon wheel/tires do make a big difference to Sport. A good upgrade at a relatively cheap price.
And just look at the difference in the size of those two wheels in first image.

What is the ballpark cost? (apologies if someone already posted)

 

[iWantJLU]

Please get it ... I regret it every day

Why is the standard sound system that bad? Lol

 

[iWantJLU]

The rubicon wheel/tires do make a big difference to Sport. A good upgrade at a relatively cheap price.
And just look at the difference in the size of those two wheels in first image.

Looks great!!!

 

[Muddog]

Selling my Sahara Wheels and Bridgestone Dueler All Terrain tires. Located in Chicago $800. Anyone interested?

 

[Tfom]

So is everyone that is upgrading to Rubicon wheels and tires getting them from other forum members? That's my plan, but I haven't seen many for sale in my area, although I haven't looked too hard since I'm not ordering until next month.

 

[DickZip]

I have Rubicon suspension parts for sale, i live in vegas. if your interested Pm me.

 

[ThirtyOne]

Gorgeous. Looks like the best beach cruiser I've ever seen.

Buying what you need is way cooler than flashing Rubicon cash for status. Never have I seen an obvious pavement pounder on 37s and thought "cool". But when I see a modified Sport, I think about someone slowly building up their baby, their trusty toy. It's a lot cooler than the "blank check" builds.

Thanks! I hope to be hitting the beach real soon.

 

[Katzkin]

2 weeks ago, my Katzkin rep told me they are working on matching roll bar covers. No update from them on release date.

Yes we are working on a Roll Bar cover! Exact launch timing TBD, 4 Door launching first , 2 Door to follow.

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