who owned a jeep?

[Pars]

Had the pleasure of experiencing a Jeep TJ for a week while in Maui. Took it completely around island, which I wouldn't recommend, unless you've got a Jeep. Also, a bike helmet might be wise in case of falling rocks since top down is the only way to experience Maui. I also blasted up a 10,000ft mountain, in pitch dark (wanted to see the sunrise and was late for it). My portable navigation system was extremely useful since I could see how sharp the next turn would be and plan for it. I was surprised at how well the TJ handled the turns.

That 6-inline is perfectly suited for the TJ, with ample bottom end power. Plus, it could out drag the V6 mustang from the lights (top-down mustang, sebrings and Jeeps were the most popular rentals on the island)

I most have really liked the the Jeep, cause one afternoon, while parked-up overlooking the beach, I had some idle time and detailed the interior, something I have yet to do on my own car! If Chrysler could lighten that particular model, while maintaining the off road strength and put in a fuel efficient diesel (that's as good as the 6-inline), I'd make for an awesome formula.

[fantoma33]

Originally Posted by Pars

That 6-inline is perfectly suited for the TJ, with ample bottom end power. Plus, it could out drag the V6 mustang from the lights (top-down mustang, sebrings and Jeeps were the most popular rentals on the island)

The inline 6 engine was definitely fun.

TO THE MODS: I just realized I didn't post this my original message in the "off topic" forum as I had intended -- sorry, that will teach me not to start threads close to 1AM

[davembfan]

I had a jeep grand cherokee laredo, i miss it so much but i dont miss the mpg

[Pars]

Originally Posted by fantoma33

The inline 6 engine was definitely fun.

TO THE MODS: I just realized I didn't post this my original message in the "off topic" forum as I had intended -- sorry, that will teach me not to start threads close to 1AM

Hopefully the questionable 3.8L that's replacing the 6-inline for the 07 JK isn't just another cost effective move on a Halo model that's responsible for keeping the companies reputation... It sucks that the diesel is only slotted for European market.

[punch]

Originally Posted by Pars

Hopefully the questionable 3.8L that's replacing the 6-inline for the 07 JK isn't just another cost effective move on a Halo model that's responsible for keeping the companies reputation... It sucks that the diesel is only slotted for European market.

well so far people are liking the 3.8L, but as always wish for more, also engine swaps are happening like crazy to these new jeeps the 4.7L, the hemi, and even the srt-8 6.1L has been done...

now that the cherokee has the diesel it to will be swapped in, and I predict a diesel for the jk very soon.

[sf180th]

I've driven a jeep my whole life, started out with a 85 Cherokee, then an 89 YJ, and currently a 01 TJ, I go off roading with my friends all the time and go to the truck shows with our jeeps every year. I bought the yaris cause my TJ only gets 11-12mpg.
Heres a pic.

[fantoma33]

Originally Posted by sf180th

I've driven a jeep my whole life, started out with a 85 Cherokee, then an 89 YJ, and currently a 01 TJ, I go off roading with my friends all the time and go to the truck shows with our jeeps every year. I bought the yaris cause my TJ only gets 11-12mpg.
Heres a pic.

nice. what do you have for a lift kit? what size tires are those?

[sf180th]

Originally Posted by fantoma33

nice. what do you have for a lift kit? what size tires are those?

It's a 4 inch ProComp lift with 33x12.5 MTR's

[Pars]

Originally Posted by punch

well so far people are liking the 3.8L, but as always wish for more, also engine swaps are happening like crazy to these new jeeps the 4.7L, the hemi, and even the srt-8 6.1L has been done...

now that the cherokee has the diesel it to will be swapped in, and I predict a diesel for the jk very soon.

The Mercede's 3.0 Turbo diesel engine is suppose be one best that's currently in production. I guess something good did come out of Mercede's ownership (300 being another one). It's surprising that Mercedes is still letting Jeep use their engine, makes me want to run out and get one before they change their mind. Too bad a city slicker like me would be hard pressed to find the proper roads (or off roads). But considering that a Diesel equipped Grand Cherokee can get 24mpg combined, the lighter JK (by about 500lbs) should return even better fuel consumption. It'd make for an ideal top-down 2nd vehicle. All I've got to do now is win the lotto.