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-Mike
I have noticed that they stay way behind ever since I first got interested in Jeeps three years ago.
I realize that there are still 03's being sold, so they need to keep that info available, but why couldn't they also show the 04 info?
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
FYI:
1.9/2.9/3.9 APR for 36/48/60 month loans, good through 9/2.
I am going to install my new "Durango4x4" rear bumper and tire carrier this weekend. Does anyone know about how long this takes? Any tips on making the install go easier?
Thanks,
dewars
Ravines are in fact on my Wrangler, not Canyons, despite what my original order form stated. Good news is that they apparently look very similar to the Canyon both in material & design. Bad news is that I still have not gotten to see what they look like.
He is sending me a picture, to check them out. Unfortunately he did not have a .gif or .jpg for me to attach.
I have a Nikon Coolpix 5700 (5.24 megapixel, 8x optical, 4x digital zoom, 256 MB memory). It has the rugged frame for handling the offroad hiking and geocaching I do. When the going gets really wet or dusty, I seal it in a ziplock.
-Paul
-Mike
I forgot to mention the other day when I posted the below information that it was from last weeks Automotive News (to which I started subscribing). Basically, they had a huge set of articles that laid out Chrysler’s entire product plan through the 2008 MY. I have paraphrased the information to keep it short and not get in any troubles with Auto News.
What I was really glad to see was that they are committed to the Wrangler/Scrambler on its own platform and that we will still have our current Wrangler architecture through the 2007 MY.
Hopefully, when 2007 comes they will not mess-up the Wrangler. I was worried that they would replace the Wrangler sooner and base it off of the up coming Jeep GC which will be based on the new Benz M class.
I had been keeping my fingers crossed.
Wrangler Info:
The off-road vehicle will be redesigned for the 2007 model. The Wrangler, the only Jeep that is body-on-frame, likely will remain on its own platform.
Scrambler Info:
The Scrambler, a pickup derivative of the Jeep Wrangler, will bow in 2004 as a 2005 model. Jeep is aiming at the youth market with the Scrambler, a Wrangler based SUV that seats two and has a four-foot pickup bed.
Initially developed for military use, the Scrambler concept sits on a stretched Wrangler wheelbase. That allows the addition of a 4-foot pickup bed behind a two-passenger compartment.
Four- and six-cylinder engines will be available.
I am still waiting to see the new Scrambler so that I can decide whether to replace our old Wrangler with a new Scrambler or a Rubicon? I just hope that they offer a Scrambler with two seats, a full-length soft top and half doors. Oh, I would also like to see them offer the Rubicon gear on the Scrambler but that is most likely asking for too much.
Jim
Had a wonderful day at Turkey Bay today! Great wheelin'!.
http://itsajeep.org/PhotoPost/showgallery.php?cat=3052&ppuser- =3
That's a link to today's pics.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
u guys play to rough for me..
I couldnt take it.. I would be right there washing them as I go.
I Know, I know I am in the minority on this issue.
Keep Jeepin anyway
BamaTazz
What yer gonna have to do is buy an old beater Jeep that you can bring up here and take on the trails with me, I guess. Wheelin' is SO much fun!!! You're really missing out, Terry.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
CHASSIS
• New Ravine wheel
• Right-hand-drive model available for U.S. retail market
BODY
• New exterior color: Electric Lime Green and Solar Yellow
• New 30-inch spare tire cover with Sahara logo
• Optional locking fuel cap
INTERIOR
• CD player now standard on X, Sport, Sahara and Rubicon
• Tilt steering standard on all models
http://www.rockcrawler.com/features/newsshorts/03august/jeep_2004- _wrangler.asp
Hug your Jeeps for me.
Keep those pics coming!
-Pete
So, there we were with a big truck that could probably hold 3 Wranglers inside stuck on a steep slope. He was going to call one of those big tow truck/wreckers to come help, but it was doubtful he could have made it into a position to help. We tried putting stuff under the tires, but just couldn't get any traction.
As a last resort, I thought I could try pulling the truck up the hill with my Wrangler. Everyone kind of laughed at the idea, this truck was big and loaded. I hooked up the tow strap, used 1st gear low range and pulled the whole mess up the hill! He was then able to turn around and drive out forward and 'skid' out the driveway.
Sometimes these little Jeeps will surprise you with their abilities. Mine certainly did!
-Pete
I just haven't gotten around to taking them back off, and it's a good thing I hadn't this past Saturday: we had a tremendous downpour at Turkey Bay while we were wheelin'.
That air conditioning feels awful good, I have to admit. Poor old Ross Allen doesn't seem to be able to handle the heat this summer as well as he did last year either, so maybe I ought to leave the top and doors on until the hottest part of the summer is over. Sure is nice wheelin' topless and doorless, though. Tough choice.
I can use my safari top, but it helps only when the sun is directly overhead.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
we went with the freedom because there was a firm 'air conditioning' requirement (don't ask!!), and the freedom package had the AC, and was the least expensive. however there was only a single freedom around, and it came with a hard top.
Thus my question is what people think of the sun bonnet/tonneau? we are considering purchasing it in case it decides to rain (heck we live in seattle ), and we would like to have the hard top 'in storage' until winter arrives.
how difficult is it to install?
thanks for any help, from a happy new owner!
barry
Installing a soft top is not a big deal, but it does take some time the first few times you do it. It would be highly worth it.
If you order one, check out online web suppliers. You can get a bestop soft top (like the sailcloth multilayer) for a better rate that from the dealer.
-Paul
-Pete
p.s. I'd keep the top on too with that hot weather and poor old Ross Allen - you've at least got A/C! Every time it gets over 100F I kind of start wishing for A/C in mine....
I installed a Bestop on my '91 Wrangler. It wasn't difficult but involved drilling some holes in the windshield frame and some more in the lip around the rear tub.
If you go to the Bestop web site they have on-line instructions on installing their tops. Your later year model could be different from mine. Sailcloth wasn't available for my year, from what I've heard though that's the way to go.
One word of caution, those things don't go up and down without a bit of a fight. And when it's down you have two side windows and a rear window to figure out storage for.
But it's a gas going topless. I live in Seattle too, you've missed some great weather for that type of thing. I headed up to Mt Rainier last weekend, ain't nothing better.
Stephen
How about some pics of that new Jeep?
Hope you will stick with us and be a frequent poster.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
http://www.users.qwest.net/~fbarry1
i will likely take some more this week when i get a few more minutes.
Don't waste as much time as I did before discovering the joys of " wheelin'. " It took me 14 months after getting Thelma Jane before I could get up the nerve to take her offroad. Man, when I did.... WOW! What a blast!
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Just my preference, but I hope they don't.
-Mike
I think my dealer is pretty tired of hearing from me the past few days. Everytime I start a call with: "I saw on Edmunds..." he lets out this sigh.
My dealer said he did not believe the fenders were supposed to change (at least on the Sport), this was a short-term feature on the Freedom model alone.
Whew, I really like the black fenders too.
Although, this is the same guy that told me it would have Canyon wheels...
I kept (& keep) reminding my dealer that I do not want any dealer decals/advertisements on my Wrangler when it comes in. He keeps telling me that they are no problem to remove even if they manage to get on there. I have no clue if this is accurate or not, having never attempted to remove them before.
My theory is that if I remove the decals & screw up the paint somehow, I'm S.O.L. Plus, they were told well in advance to not put them on there.
Am I being out of line or way too anal if I tell them to fix it to the way I ordered it before I take possession?
I waited too long not to have this Jeep turn out exactly as I have always wanted it. Right?
Depending on how long those decals have been on, they can be difficult to remove, so that's a good idea to CYOB and have them do it.
-Pete
the tire cover may be gone, i am undecided on it (at least i did not pay for the cover )
i do not have any other decals or anything, which is nice.
I have a great dealer (Stacy Chrysler in Owensboro, Ky), and I don't mind at all giving them a plug by leaving their decal on my Jeep. Just wish the thing was black instead of red... everything else on Thelma Jane is either black or white.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
When I see a Jeep with features/colors I like, I take note of where it was purchased. And if I see one dealer's name a lot, I figure they must have a pretty good inventory. So, in at least this regard, they've helped.
P.S. Thanks for the fender info!
-Mike
Badge/emblem removal techniques
Steve, Host
Only logo... JEEP.
-Paul
I LOVE that red jeep.. I really like the read fnder flares are well..
DONT let these guys talk you into getting that jeep dirty. Keep him CLEAN as long as u can.
Again.. Welcome to the board.
Keep posting
BAMATAZZ
I told them I had no problem w/the plate braket, wheel cover or anything that's not permanent. They will all come off immediately after the initial drive home anyway.
Not intending to rip on my dealership, the decal thing has been the only negative in an otherwise very exciting event for me.
Not only is this my 1st Jeep but its my first new car that is going to be mine (leased last car, doesn't count).
I would whole heartedly refer anyone to Lenihan Jeep in Marlton, NJ.
The one thing the dealer probably suspects is that I'm not really interested in waiting 6-8 more weeks for another one to arrive...
I have been away for a few days so I just got to read your post on your Wrangler towing the Penske truck. I admit that I had to read your post three times to make sure I had truly got it.
Man, I would have never guessed it would have been so easy. If a friend had happened by your feat and told me the story 2nd-hand I would not have believed it!
Man - you and your little Jeep rule!
Jim
-Mike
-Pete
Terry
I left quickly (and still own that hated Taco!).
Personally, I like the Canyons better, but maybe these will grow on me.......
It's at least a serious mistake! :-)
tidester, host
-Mike
Well, like you, at this point I can say that I like the Canyons better, but the Ravines look pretty good too.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?