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Ideally, the D44 would be the standard rear axle and ABS would be an option for it.
Luckily, a Florida/Canada journey isn't a regular commute for me! However, if it looks like I'm going to be in your area I'll certainly give you a shout.
The problem is most likely to be the defrost actuator, which is the upper one on the drivers side. Make sure not to twist your back too much!
http://www.bmwinfo.com/0586.jpg .
I really appreciate the kind words of support from all of you.
On a happier note, my wife has given me the go ahead to book a hotel for the weekend of the 20th of March in Kentucky. LBL here we come!!!
Tom- as the date draws nearer I'll send ya an email with my cell phone # so we can hook up.
mullins87 -thanks for the G2 on the HI express.
Thanks again
David
It's a Jeep thing...others wouldn't understand
I have TONS of pics in Gill's. Which one ya talkin' about? I don't remember posting a pic of one dog hurting another dog. Ross Allen wouldn't hurt a flea.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
-twylie
I'm considering ordering a hardtop and would use this during the summer. Should I just get the dual tops, since some suppliers require you already have the soft top mounting hardware?
Thanks
-twylie
Steve, Host
I'm waiting for the fix to get rolled in myself. Bug updates are getting posted in the Our Software! Your Questions Answered... discussion.
(and this isn't Tidester's doing - I happen to know he doesn't write buggy software <g>).
Steve, Host
Just no subsitute for slowing down according to conditions.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I saw some pretty stupid driving around Atlanta today and tried to keep my speed down and distance from everyone else. Even with a great vehicle and a capable driver, those crazies on the road are what will do us in!
-twylie
Thank you for your answers to my questions. I'm going to the dealer this weekend to order my Rubicon.
I was looking on the Jeep.com web site and saw the RB1 navigation system. I wonder if it is any good and if so, how likely would it be that it would get stolen from my Jeep. I need a navigation system badly. If there is a possibility of me getting lost, I probably will be. I always make the wrong turns even with directions. I promised myself that on my next vehicle I would get a navigation system. If you know of an alternative besides the RB1, please let me know.
I'm also thinking about getting XM satellite radio, I like the music channel they offer that Sirius doesn't.
Thank you.
As for XM, DO IT! I have it in one of my other cars, and can't imagine NOT having it.
-Paul
I've never used 4hi on rainy roads - though I probably would if it felt like the road was water on oil (not uncommon here, since it doesn't rain all that often). I'm glad it has shift on the fly, because I'm often in and out of 4WD when the roads are only partly icy.
Paul - how does the Magellan Meridian GPS work off-road? One of these days I want to get one, but not until gas goes down. I'm not going to mention what it is now, because every time I mention a price on this board, it goes up again!
Oh Heck, WELCOME ANYWAY!
Glad you broke the ice and posted. Hope you'll make a habit of it.
CONGRATS on that Sahara! Tell us how you are using that puppy. Daily driver? Weekend toy? Go off road any? Got any mods? Where ya from?
Now, ain't ya sorry you posted? Being asked all those questions, I mean.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I recently had the chance to use a Dodge Ram that had the RB1 GPS Navigation unit and talked to the DC factory rep about it. The unit is nice except its screen is smaller then the 7" or so touch screen units found in newer cars and trucks.
Basically, the RB1 is an integrated radio unit that just replaces the standard radio. Therefore, anyone would have to pry-out the entire radio so I believe that theft of the unit would not be any worse then the regular radio. I prefer an integrated Navigation system in the vehicle rather then a portable unit. I have used both and believe that the portable units are harder to read effectively and mount it without significant vibration (especially when off-road). I only like to use portable units when out hiking.
However, one bad point is that DC does not offer a RB1 type Navigation radio with satellite radio. They are separate units that replace the standard radio. I asked the rep if they were going to offer a unit that provided both but he was not aware of any. I would prefer the NAV unit over the Satellite unit.
Jim
Let's add - how you enjoyin' that Sahara? Good thinking on picking it up now. I've joined the legions of others that regret not having bought one sooner...
Andrew
Rich
The Platinum has a 16 MB basemap, which covers the major higways of the country. But for offroading, you can use it to track where you are going and make waypoints to backtrack out.
You can also download topo maps to a memory card (mine has 256 MB) so you can follow geography while offroading.
Software is available for using it on roads as well to help you find your way to a given address.
Right now, I use it for basic navigation. When I use it offroad, it is mainly so I can backtrack in case I get lost (which hasn't happened).
This GPS is different from the car mounted ones in that those seem to limit you to being on road. The handhelds were originally intended for hikers and stuff, but adapt well to offroading/trail use. I have ordered a RAM Mount that will hook onto my windshield or my dash, but is moveable so I can best see it. I'll be testing it out when I see Tom in a little over a week. Hope you don't mind, Tom.
The Topo software actually includes the detailed street maps (Mapsend Topo = Topo + Mapsend Streets and Destinations), so is a better value IMO. The Topo mapping is does though, is not the most accurate and they have a new version in development that is supposed to promise more accuracy. My GPS I have found is accurate to about 1-4 feet when I've been geocaching (www.geocaching.com), so a more accurate Topo software is nice.
But people need to remember that a map/compass is still a good backup. National Geographics TOPO! software is EXCELLENT and VERY accurate and detailed for geography (there are some roads, but a general guide only).
-Paul
Paul - thanks for the info on your GPS system. Since I would be using it for both hiking and off-roading, I'd want the most accurate topo software I could get. You mentioned the National Geographic topo software - will that work with your device (is this my ignorance of the topic showing)?
I hope everyone is planning a great Jeepin' weekend. I'm planning on going snowshoeing in some of that new snow just above me (and there was a dusting at the house this morning - another Jeep commute day!). If anyone is interested, I have some new photos (general scenery mostly) up, along with one of my Noble Black Steed and his favorite environment. Address is: http://community.webshots.com/album/121470341zaYXly .
Only Magellan (mapsend) software can be used to download (read: MAPS) to the GPS units. Garmin is the same way with their software, but their topo software, at least right now, is more accurate than the Magellan. The new Magellan software, due soon I hope, is supposed to use a more accurate measuring tool (data from NASA mapping missions maybe?) so I'm holding out on buying it until then.
I'm not sure how good the 'car based' street GPS's would work offroad. Plus they are bigger.
-Paul
-Paul
Terry
Yeah, I continue to be amazed by the capabilities of a Wrangler too (AND BY THE AMOUNT OF FUN THEY OFFER!).
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Is it just my poor memory, or has it been a LONG time since you posted? I THINK your last post was around Christmas time, if the search feature didn't lie. ( Or if I didn't mess up.)
Let us hear from ya! Check out that vid clip I posted the link to. Let me know whatcha think of it.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
The Profile bug can be worked around sometimes by logging out immediately after changing it. A fix is in the works for that one too. Apologies!
Steve, Host
Tomorrow I'll take the Jeep up to Mt. Pinos for some snowshoeing. It won't be off-roading, but it will still be fun.
I thought that it would be OK to link to Gill's just for that movie clip, but it was a no-no.
It's playing time is 2 minutes, 48 seconds, and it shows Thelma Jane in Blackhole Gully. She really rears up on her hind legs and gets some air under that left front tire.
If any of you would like to know how to get to it, just email me. It is 28 MB, so if you are on dial-up, be prepared for a LONG download time. I'm on dial-up and just started the download when I went to bed. It probably took a couple hours.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Looks like you are not only new to this particular message board, but also to Town Hall. Your profile shows that you registered just today.
Just get ready for more fun than you've ever had in your life, if you are getting a new Jeep. Keep us posted on your progress as you do your shopping.
If you are interested in seeing the fun I have with my Jeep, just click on this link....
http://home.earthlink.net/~tsjay49/
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
If you buy a OEM or built-in type unit, make sure it is DVD based and not CD based as DVD will hold much more mapping data.
Cheers, I hope you are all doing fine back home.
'Short Timer' Thomas
http://www.ewylie.com/video/tomvid.htm
If anyone else has videos or images that they would like to host, I have enough storage and unlimited bandwidth and will be glad to help out within reason :-).
-twylie
tidester, host
Hey Tom, that's one nice video. Jeeps are great. Any body damage on that pass side? Looked like it was close there.
Tony
Geez Louise! What a PAIN it has been trying to share things with my Jeep Buds in here! YOU DA MAN! Now, just don't start a message board or anything.
Tony, no body damage. It WAS close, as you could see.
Tyoshu, you just can't imagine the fun that wheelin' your Jeep is. Getcha one and come on up here and wheel with me. (Long drive, I know, but if you ever want to, you would be welcome.)
Thanks again, Trey! Man, I be one happy camper right now!
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I have struggled the last few days BIG TIME!
Why, after almost two months, am I having such a hard time? I would have thought that by now I would be fighting an occasional urge; maybe even some STRONG urges. Didn't think I would still be having entire days when the urge would be almost continuous, though, after two months.
THIS IS HARD TO DO!
Thanks, Buds, for your support. Gonna hang in there the best I can. Will be glad when bedtime gets here, so I can sleep (but, heck, I will probably DREAM about smoking).
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
tyoshu - wish I could help you out about Houston dealerships, but I haven't been in Texas in many years. A Sport is a good choice - I have one and love it. It is so capable off-road as well as on the road. I'd love to tell you how I drove some tough roads today, but I can't. I drove my Noble Black Steed (a '98 Sport) up to go snowshoeing on paved, clear and dry roads. But there's always next weekend...