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  • guertinguertin Member Posts: 39
    Oops.
    The last sentence should read, "why would Chrysler Jeep NOT offer this skid plate for the SRT8?"
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  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    This is all conjecture, but my guess would be as the SRT8 isn't "Trail Rated" (not built to be driven off road) they are not offering any off-road type accessories from the factory.

    If the factory did offer an optional skid plate someone (an attorney??) could view this as a defacto statement that you can take the SRT8 off road. Then if they took their SRT8 off-road and damaged their vehicle, they could go sue DCX. I would NOT recommend taking an SRT8 off-road. At the very least you would rip the air dam off in the first 10 feet. And speaking of which......

    Two days ago an idiot driving down the shoulder of I-94 pulling an overloaded trailer with a flat tire, hit a construction barrel and shot the hard plastic base into my lane. I braked and swerved, but still hit it at speed. It caught my air dam in the right front and took a chunk out of it and tore off the support arm.

    According to the dealer, all of the parts are available except for the air dam itself which shows backordered with no estimated date of availability. Crap.
  • asappasapp Member Posts: 9
    They are obviously responding to my attorney's complaint.
  • htronhtron Member Posts: 74
    Great! Keep us posted!

    kec8, that really s*cks...sorry to hear about it.

    In other news, only 16 more days!!!! :)
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    Ron, I'm doing the Friday Skippy day at MIS and as I recall you're doing the Saturday session, correct? If so, since we're going to miss, we'll have to figure out a way to meet sometime. You probably won't have a problem, but keep in mind that Saturday is a home football game in A2 (which is why I'm doing the Friday session). Just a heads up that you may have traffic on your way to MIS. We'll e-mail off line...if I can find your address again.
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    Ron, I sent you an e-mail to your carspace site. kec8
  • guertinguertin Member Posts: 39
    Thanks to kec8 for the insight regarding the reason that DCX does not offer the skid plate for the SRT8. I think you have it right on. It sure makes sense.

    OK, given that I won't take this vehicle off road, can you (or anyone else reading this) see anything wrong with having the dealer put one on for $49? It seems to me that it would provide cheap protection to the steering and transmission areas from small road debris. If you had this vehicle, would you put one on?
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    I have an SRT8 and did not put one on as it was not offered and I didn't even consider it. I agree that for $49 it seems like very cheap protection. If the standard skid plate will fit the SRT8, other than the possibility that it would interfere with some of the special ducting or air dam under the SRT8 I don't see a real downside. It's not like it will interfere with the aerodynamics of the vehicle (it might even improve them). I'm not sure exactly what the skid plate covers, but it may make oil changes a bit more of a challenge.

    One side note: Other than attorneys, another reason that they may not offer it as a factory option is that the factory "skid plate option" contains a number of other pieces that may cause issues (i.e. tow hooks). I cut and pasted this from jeep.com:

    Skid Plate Group $295.00

    Front Suspension Skid Plate
    Fuel Tank Skid Plate Shield
    Tow Hooks
    Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield

    I will not be surprised if they run across some "issues" caused by the different engine, trans, etc. when they go to put it on. $49 seems awfully cheap. Have they done one before?
  • gls69gls69 Member Posts: 24
    I was planning on buying an SRT-8, but am becoming more concerned about comments about NOT taking it off-road.
    While I do not plan on tackling the Rubicon, my wife needs to use the vehicle occasionally to train hunting dogs. She must traverse muddy, rutted roads (usually gravel, sometimes dirt.
    Is the SRT-8 capable of doing this? Why do they label it an SUV, or include 4WD if you can't use it other than on paved roads? It is still a beautiful vehicle, but if it can't tow or go off road it's starting to sound like a sheep in wolf's clothing.

    PS Sorry about your accident. I had the same problem years ago with a 1974 fiat x19, and they couldn't find spare parts on this planet.
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    To be honest, the standard Grand Cherokee is an SUV. The GC SRT8 is a performance version of that and technically speaking I suppose that it's not an SUV. It is not something that you want to take off-road and I don’t think that Jeep bills it as such. The SRT8 is no more or no less an SUV than the BMW X3 & X5 or the Infiniti FX 35 & 45. I believe that BMW refers to the X3 & X5 as SAV's (Sport Activity Vehicles) and that is probably more accurate for the SRT8.

    Other than it being a rough ride, gravel or dirt roads should not be a problem. I would most definitely not take my SRT8 on a two-track or off of a real road, but then I wouldn't put a trailer hitch on it and haul anything with it either.

    Also, keep in mind that 4WD is not only for off roading. 4WD puts the 420 horses to the ground with barely a chirp of the tires and launches you like no vehicle I have ever owned. Best of all, it is invaluable in rain and snow on paved roads. The SRT8 is one of many non off-road vehicles have 4WD. I live in Michigan and the 4WD is one of the reasons that I chose the SRT8 over other performance vehicles. It was 72 degrees here three days ago, but it snowed here today!

    The SRT8 is a wolf in wolf's clothing and it performs exactly as it's supposed to. I haven't seen any advertisements or photos that show it in any type of off-road situation and if anyone tells you that it can be used off-road, they don't know what they are talking about. The GC SRT8 is far more at home on a drag strip than off-roading.

    Just think of the GC SRT8 as the muscled, glitzy athlete that can perform spectacularly but in a limited venue and the standard GC as the reliable, plain, consistant provider.

    Bottom line is that the Grand Cherokee SRT8 is not the same vehicle as a standard Grand Cherokee. If I were planning on hauling a trailer or going off road and wanted something quicker, I'd get the standard Grand Cherokee with the base hemi.

    I hope that helps.

    BTW, they did tell me a while back that deliver on my front bumper would be a week and a half, so I should have it in a few days.
  • gls69gls69 Member Posts: 24
    Thank you, your comments were extremely helpful. It looks like a better "fit" for me (read: unfortunate functional compromise with wife)is a GC Overland or the Mercedes ML 500.
  • guertinguertin Member Posts: 39
    This is mainly for kec8 but others may be interested too.

    My Jeep/Chrysler dealer said that their service department has installed MOPAR skid plates on at least 3 SRT8 Jeeps and there have been no negative feedback from the owners. And, yes, for $49. Chrysler has said that as long as it's a MOPAR item, it does not void the warranty. They also added (as you suspected) that the reason they don't offer it from the factory is that the SRT8 is not "trail rated" and offering the plate might suggest that it is.

    Could the skid plate cause any problems on the SRT8 that would not be a problem on the other jeeps? It seems most unlikely. It might increase the acceleration times by 0.01 s. OK, it might trap heat above it but that seems unlikely. All in all, I plan to have one installed as a precaution against road debris.

    By the way, I agree that the Jeep SRT8 is not meant to be driven off road and I don't plan to do so. However, if I had to go off road, I think it would handle it far better than say a Toyota Prius! And, the engine has a torque of 420 and it is rated to pull up to 3,500 lb.
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    Thanks for the update about the skid plate. That is good to know. For $49, I may consider having them install one on mine, even though I'm leasing it.

    As far as pulling a trailer with the SRT8, power and torque certainly isn't the issue. I realize that the SRT8 has plenty of power to pull a trailer. However, mainly due to the exhaust arrangement, the GC SRT8 certainly wouldn't be high on my list for a vehicle if I was going to pull a trailer on an ongoing basis.
  • onebadhemi56onebadhemi56 Member Posts: 4
    BRAKES R WORKIN .....NO COIN OUT OF POCKET..CHYRSLER PICKED UP THE TAB...NOW ONTO THE DYNO! FOUND ONE IN MY NECK OF THE BEACH. WILL KEEP U POSTED ON RESULTS ...RUNNIN QUICK IN O'SIDE CA.
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  • asappcoryasappcory Member Posts: 9
    Was the problem. Now for the chain of events leading up to this revelation. I get a call from the original dealer that had it for 39 days asking me to bring the jeep back in. When i told them the jeep was at another dealer they asked me which dealer stating Chrysler was sending an SRT specialist out. Meanwhile, the dealer already had my jeep for five days and was stumped. It wasn't until the specialist rode around with the mechanic for three days that they realized it was not a traction control or ABS issue. All that being said I wish everyone the best with there jeeps. For those interested I will post updates on my impending lemon law case.
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    Thanks for the update. Sounds like it was a pretty massive repair for a new vehicle. Did it fix the problem? By the way, what state are you in? Keep us posted.

    On a different subject, I attended the SRT track experience at MIS last Friday and had a great time. It's really worthwhile and I recommend it to everyone. The Skip Barber people do a great job and it's a first class operation. You do get a lot of seat time....although not much and not at high speeds in the Vipers. Met htron, one of the posters from this forum while there. Good meeting you Ron!.
  • tufgcsrt8tufgcsrt8 Member Posts: 16
    My JGC SRT8 has 390 miles on the Odometer. I’ve been concerned with the temperature readings as they hover around the 190 – 220 degree range. Is this a normal condition? I checked the water level and engine oil several times and all sees to be at full levels.
    What’s the community experiencing with their vehicles? Should I be worried?
    John
    Burbank, CA
    TUFSRT8
  • megasrt8megasrt8 Member Posts: 37
    The temps definitely fluctuate around 200 - 220. The SRT guys said it's normal. I have over 9k miles on mine and haven't had a single problem. In traffic, it gets pretty hot and the fan comes on quite a bit - again, very normal according to the SRT guys. Search the internet for dedicated SRT-8 sites. You'll find a lot more detailed info there on this issue if you need it - particularly the red and blue sites.

    Congrats on your new beast!!
  • jeepjeepjeepjeep Member Posts: 1
    i am having a problem with my cherokee trying to stall on me when it is force into passing gear. i have had fuel filter replaced, and test say it is recieving correct pressure. on occassion i will recieve a check engine light, and others a fuel or OBD light..... any help is greatly appreciated.... TY in advance
  • htronhtron Member Posts: 74
    Yeah, good meeting you too! Though I wish we could have had more time together! Been really busy, went out of town right after the track experience, just got back a few days ago.

    I will echo the comments about the srtte...definitely not enough seat time in the viper!

    (p.s. I sent you an email to one of your accounts, I think before I left, did you get it?)
  • asappcoryasappcory Member Posts: 9
    Kec8 it did fix that problem and I thought I was finally in the clear. But, just the other day i noticed a steady rippling sound at around 80mph. I thought it might have been the lane i was traveling in, so i switched lanes and still heard it. Somebody please tell me this is normal. Kec8 to answer your question I live in Philadelphia PA.
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    No, I didn't get an e-mail from you after the Track Experience. I assume that you sent it to one of my "off-forum" accounts. Maybe try it again?
  • htronhtron Member Posts: 74
    yeah, it was an "off-forum" account...don't know if I still have it, I'll take a look. Not a big deal either way, mostly lamented the fact that we didn't get more chance to talk!
  • biker7biker7 Member Posts: 5
    I am making a decision between Tahoe and SRT8. Company lease (great job). I must be able to trailer a motorcycle (HD VROD - 700 lbs) and once in a while some mulch on a utility trailer. Can I do this with the Jeep? I would LOVE to have a fun car again (just sold Caymen, had an M3) but since I have 3 kids with one more on the way. . .
    Any thoughts? THANKS!
  • htronhtron Member Posts: 74
    Honestly speaking, the Tahoe (did you really mean the trailblazer ss? same comments apply either way, though) would probably have more room for the kids, and has better towing (with probably a readily available hitch)...I understand someone has a hitch available for the srt8, but not sure how easy it is to get. I also believe Mopar is working on a hitch, not sure if that's available yet.

    Having said that, the srt8 is WAAAAAAAYYY more fun!! (it's certainly way faster, no question.) It's an awesome machine, and I don't think you'd regret getting it! It is rated to tow 3500 pounds, so you should be okay there. Also, for what it's worth, about 90% of the trailblazer ss' I've seen on the road have been driven by women...and...I've only seen one other srt8 on the road (exclusivity)!

    Ron
  • biker7biker7 Member Posts: 5
    Thanks for the insight. I did NOT mean Trailblazer SS - that just does not appeal to me, and being in Syracuse (Siberacuse) I need something good in the snow.
    You have an SRT8? How was the construction/quality? I have read a few bad things. And snow tires? They are a must for me (currently have an Infinity FX, and needed snows for that - TireRack had 'em) and I've read that NONE exist for SRT8? Or is that just nothing for the 20" rims, and I could always put a regular GC wheel/tire combo on?
    Wife has a minvan, so I only need decent back seats for kids. I really want this, but just want to make sure it'll work for me.
    Thanks again!
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    I spent some time yesterday on the phone with both Tire Rack and Discount Tire and here's the bad news for those of us in the north that want a set of winter wheels and snow tires for our GC SRT8:

    1. There is no aftermarket 18" or 19" wheel that will fit the GC SRT8 due to the size of the brakes.

    2. blkhemi's statements notwithstanding, they said that there is no currently no standard 20" aftermarket wheel for the GC SRT8.

    3. The only possible option is to mount a 20" snow tire on the standard rims and that choice is apparently very limited. I was also told that there is no 20" runflat snow tire (the GC SRT8 has runflats and no spare).

    As I said, all of this information was told to me yesterday by Tire Rack and Discount Tire people. I sincerely hope that someone will provide information to the contrary, as I would like nothing better than to be able to purchase a snow tire and wheel package for my GC SRT8!

    As far as your decision of which vehicle to purchase goes, although the construction and quality of mine has been good so far (I have 14,000 miles on mine), I agree with htron that you may want to go with the Tahoe. It will not be nearly as much fun, it will not be as exclusive, it will not handle as well, nor will it be anywhere near as fast as the GC SRT8. However the truth of the matter is that the Tahoe will probably be roomier and will tow a trailer better.
  • htronhtron Member Posts: 74
    What he said!
  • biker7biker7 Member Posts: 5
    Thanks to both of you. I ordered the Tahoe today. Then, driving home tonight (Infinity FX - beating the car mercilessly) I realized I will be BORED OUT OF MY MIND with the Tahoe. So, ready? I will get the Tahoe, then in one year wife gets it when minvan lease is up, and THEN I'm going with SRT-8 (which by then will have trailer and snows)!

    Have fun, drive safe (not really) smoke some people who think they have fast cars, and I hope to join up with you again in a year.

    Thanks again,

    Ben
  • tufgcsrt8tufgcsrt8 Member Posts: 16
    Just received a letter from Goodyear titled "Customer Satisfaction Campaign for 2006 JGC SRT8 models fitted with OE Eagle RSA EMT (Run Flat) tires. It goes on to indicate that records supplied by DC (they reference my JCG SRT8 by VIN) indicate that I have purchased a 2006 JGC SRT8.

    They advise that I contact the Goodyear Tire Rubber Co’s Consumer Relations Department at 800 321-2136 to locate m nearest certified Goodyear Run-Flat tire retail outlet to make an appointment for them to inspect my tires to determine if they qualify for free replacement. They also indicate if my tires are found to be qualifying tires they will be replaced at no-charge.

    The letter indicates that this free replacement extends through April 30, 2007.

    I curious to know if anyone knows why Goodyear is conducting this inspection and what types of problems they might be looking to find ? Anyone else received this notice ?
    Thanks,
    John – Burbank, CA
    TUFSRT8
  • resumespeedresumespeed Member Posts: 52
    See this link on the WKJeeps site: Goodyear EMT Tire Recall
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    I'm fairly certain that all JC SRT8 owners received the letter. I didn't know what the specific problem was, however the link provided by resumespeed in the e-mail above gives all the specifics. THANKS!
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    Could the the "ripping sound" that you describe be coming from the tires? Possibly "distorted tread belts". If you didn't already get the letter from Goodyear with regard to the "Customer Satisfaction Campaign" (they deserve an award for some classic word spin), go to the link that resumespeed provided for more information:

    http://www.wkjeeps.com/recalls/wk_recall.htm#2006-28
  • biker7biker7 Member Posts: 5
    Lease rate - I am curious, what kind of deal did you get? I just got quoted $9500 down (total out the door) at $500/month. Rediculous! I had to choose cars, picked the Tahoe because of towing and kids, but couln't pull the trigger, and will get an srt8 IF I can get an even remotely decent lease rate (must lease through work).
    Anyone else lease and willing to share?
    Thanks
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    Happy to share. Here's the details on my particular GC SRT8 lease:
    Lease Term: 39 Months
    15,000 miles per year
    Based on Gross Capitalized Cost of: $43,404
    Due at signing: $2,773
    Monthly payment: $835

    Hope that helps.
  • biker7biker7 Member Posts: 5
    It does, and thanks! I REALLY want one of these, but right now, lease rates are HORRIBLE (see my last post). Sales guy thinks maybe first month of '07s will be this way, and NO cash from DC along with a very bad money factor (interest rate) make it so, but that as they come out, if they don't all sell, we'll see some help from DC. I just hate to pay the full quote right now when the same money would buy a $48,500 fully loaded (but regular) SUV. However, I don't WANT a regular SUV, so. . .
    I'll post what happens after I call the dealer on Dec 1 at 10am!
    Also, are you happy with your beast? Any probs, or issues? Will you tow anything? This will by my only car, and I'll be towing my bikes and maybe a race car once in a while (it only weighs 1800 lbs) and driving in the snow.
    Thanks!
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    Biker7,

    I wouldn't plan on getting any "deals" from DCX on the Jeep SRT8 at all. They're just too limited. The auto companies understandably only give the cash back rebates or advantageous money factors on products that they have a lot of and can't move. Although there are a lot of unsold DCX vehicles piling up in parking lots around Detroit, that doesn't apply to the GC SRT8.

    I wasn't crazy about the deal that I got (last February), but I wanted the SRT8. Amazingly, for not much more I could have had a $75,000 Cadillac STS-V, which makes no sense. As silly as it may seem, I just wanted the SRT8. No one (especially me) ever said that when a "car person" chooses a vehicle that it's a clear, objective, rational decision. Only because I have been a very good customer of the DCX dealer, I did get them to (grudgingly) give me a slight discount and throw in the remote start option.

    I am happy with my SRT8 and even though (according to the statistics on wkjeeps.com) except for California (7 more) there have been more GC SRT8's delivered in Michigan (where I am) than any other state, it has remained very exclusive. I've only seen two others on the road and one was a test vehicle from the DCX Chelsea proving grounds which is about 10 miles west of me.

    With 14,000 miles I don't have any problems or issues with it...other than the lack of an aftermarket snow tire/wheel package. I'm not really looking forward to driving 20" wheels with massive performance "meat" on them through a fresh a 6-12 inch snowfall.

    I will not be towing anything with mine, but theoretically you should not have a problem towing your bikes or racecar (there's a terrific old joke about "theoretically and realistically" that I won't go into here).

    Best of luck with your decision.
  • guertinguertin Member Posts: 39
    This is not specific to SRT8. My dealer is offering a coating to protect the outer paint and the inside upholstery on a new Jeep. The cost seems high (about $700). The claims are about 4 year protection. But, I'm skeptical. Does anyone have an opinion about the value of this?

    By the way, I ordered a 2007 Jeep SRT8 on September 21. After visiting about 10 dealers, I was able to get MSRP-$500. Most wanted a few thousand over MSRP. So, here, in California, the car is still hot, albeit not quite as much as a year ago. (Keep in mind that if you are willing to buy a nonSRT8 Jeep, you can get a 2006 one of the lot for at least $10,000 off MSRP!)

    Now, although the dealer indicated that it would take 3 months to get the SRT8, it looks like I will have it at the end of the month. I can live with that! Perhaps Chrysler Jeep production is starting to recover from the high inventory.
  • resumespeedresumespeed Member Posts: 52
    "This is not specific to SRT8. My dealer is offering a coating to protect the outer paint and the inside upholstery on a new Jeep. The cost seems high (about $700). The claims are about 4 year protection. But, I'm skeptical. Does anyone have an opinion about the value of this?"

    This is a GREAT value - for the dealer and only the dealer. The cost is mostly profit and the "package" is worthless and unnecessary. Don't buy any of the extra add-ons that they try to push in the finance department, they are all tremendously overpriced and for the most part worthless.
  • asappcoryasappcory Member Posts: 9
    It has taken me all of 10 full days to de-escalate myself enough to be able to talk about this. Last Wednesday I'm exiting the expressway, as I approach the bottom of the ramp I hear a sound that made my think a plane was over head. As i step on the accelerator my jeep begin stalling and puttering. The next thing I hear is a loud clunk followed by a sound that can only be described as me dragging the differential or something on the ground. Chryslar refused to tow the jeep to the dealer that just "fixed" the problem. So now the jeep is at a dealership that has never even worked on a SRT8. My experience with Chryslar has been so bad I dont even think I want an 07. That being said I'm glad everyone is enjoying there jeep and hope that no one every has to deal with Chryslar on such matters.
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    I thought that dealers stopped that scam and make no mistake, it is a scam. None of it is necessary, but if you want to duplicate it, you can buy a spray can or two of upholstery protectant for $6 and have a detail shop put a clearcoat on for $200. I'm willing to bet that to get that "4 year protection" they require an annual re-coat. DON'T FALL FOR IT OR ALLOW THEM TO FORCE YOU TO TAKE IT. It's simply a way for them to make an extra $500-600 on the sale.
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    That is unbelievable. How many miles do you have on it and where are you located?
  • guertinguertin Member Posts: 39
    Thanks kec8 and resumespeed for confirming my suspicions.

    (No plastic will be as hard as the paint itself. And, as it wears off, it would need to be reapplied at significant cost.) The only item I plan to have the dealer install will be the skid plate (there may be 2 of them). I will report on this when I get the car and have it done. The car should arrive in about a week.
  • tiger19tiger19 Member Posts: 1
    I live in Alberta, Canada and am looking to buy a performance SUV such as the TBSS or JCSRT8. I test drove the TBSS this week after a brutal snow fall and it handled quite well. I was quite impressed with the performance although it could definitely benefit from another gear. Does anyone drive their JCSRT8 regularly in the snow and if so, how does it handle? No dealer in Edmonton has an SRT8 for me to test drive although they "will call me right away" when one arrives.
  • kec8kec8 Member Posts: 141
    I got mine last March pretty much after the snow season here, although it was snowing when I literally drove mine out of the showroom. It has not yet significantly snowed this season, but it is snowing outside as I write this.

    I have driven it in both wet snow slick conditions and I can tell you that it handles quite well. However, I have not driven through anything more than a dusting of snow. The bad news it that I have not found an aftermarket wheel and snow tire combo yet. I'll write in if it snows significantly soon and I can give you some feedback.
  • onebadhemi56onebadhemi56 Member Posts: 4
    guertin ! resumespeed !
    had saturn vue with coating { $ 300.00 } it lasted 4 months not 4 years. it's a SCAM !!!
    goodyear tire problem ! got notification been to 3 goodyear tire recommended dealers zip ! nobody wants to get involved.
    what a joke.
    I was the one with the brake problem guess what, still got it, after my dealership replaced pads and rotors, I have 2k on the new set of brakes, scoring, squeeking, and oh, the dust, dust, dust. finally got a call back from an SRT rep.
    what a joke, in short form, DC, will not do anything about it. I told them that the parts on the 300's, magnums, etc.
    were interchangeable accourding to another blogger, on this forum, a sub supplier to be exact, well jeep spindles are different, so I guess its true, DC, customer service SUCKS !!!
    I understand one of you is from So. Cal. I'm from Oceanside Ca. how about a heads up on my problem.
    onebadhemi56
  • asappcoryasappcory Member Posts: 9
    I'm located in Philadelphia,PA. and I have 15,693 on this truck. I was just informed that it's the trans again. So now a dealer that has never worked on one will be doing a trans overhaul on my truck. The thing that's most perplexing to me is the amount of money Chryslar seems willing to put into this truck instead of replacing it; is mind boggling. This truck has had the transfer case, torque convertor and valve body replaced, now by all accounts it needs a completely new transmission. I wont even mention the 61 days in rental fees.
  • ntonto Member Posts: 1
    I am contemplating purchasing an SRT8. Almost all the time it will be used to drive to work however I live near a beach that allows vehicles to drive on the sand. I only need to travel about 400 yards on the sand and the terrain is flat. I was concerned that the all wheel drive / 4wd system would not be able to handle sand or the ground clearance would not be sufficient. Has anyone had any experience with these vehicles in the sand?
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