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-Paul
there are alot of tires and tire wheel combinations that sell on EBAY. they sell fairly well.
I got $225 for my five tires / 4 with 6500 miles.
I've got BFG AT's on now, they are quiet and ride well ( now that I lowered the inflation from 40 to 30, as I learned on this forum)
jeff
thanks
Dan
Here's a pic of it mounted on my dash (w/o the GPS in it).
The GPS I got is this one.Meridian Platinum GPS.
Good trick to remember about the tire inflation. Do you think the new tires ride better than the factory?
Thanks
jeff
Any help/directions would be wonderful.
If you are not going to off road, or if you are going to off road only on moderate terrain, then that Rocky Mountain is just your ticket.
Rubicons look pretty cool and all, but they have WAY more capability than you need for the use you have described. Why pay several thousand dollars more for things you don't need?
Rubicons have lots of goodies for the folks who rock crawl or wheel their Jeeps hard. They have heavy duty axles front and back with selectable lockers. The transfer case low range is geared at 4:1 vs. the standard 2.72:1 for other Wranglers. They have 4.11 gearing and come from the factory with 31" tires.
Either way, you are gonna LOVE that Jeep! Good luck.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
its important to take the windows out before dropping the top, roll them in towels or buy a special bag to keep them in when the top is down.
jeff
It's been so long since I've heard anyone use the word "wicked." Ahh, memories.
-Mike
Often. In fact, I think sometimes I live on the wrong side of the country.
>I don't even bother looking at the prices of gas in West L.A. around work any more.
Me neither. I love how on local radio, they track down the alleged best deals on gas. "The Arco at Lincoln and Ocean Park is practically giving away gas for $2.45." Please....
-Mike
When my top got sliced, insurance actually picked up the tab. Didn't pay a cent out of pocket.
Also, I recall being able to deduct loss & damage expenses for similar occurrences from my taxes. Might want to check into that if you do end up paying.
Good luck.
-Mike
1. Remove rear window.
2. Remove rear side windows.
3. Store all three windows in one of those window rolls or lie flat somewhere safe. Be sure if they rub anything, you clean them with soap/water prior to storage.
4. Undo the 2 clips above each door that clip into door surrounds.
5. Undo latches over windshield.
6. Loosen rear corners and tuck inside tub.
7. Lift up front part of top (near windshield).
8. Move to rear of Jeep and draw it in, tucking into tub as you go.
9. When you get to the last bit of the top that has the clips from the door surrounds, when they fold over themselves (between them), point them INWARD towards the seat. If they stick out, the stitching will come loose a LOT faster.
When putting the top up:
1. Move the header part to the windshield and insert the hooks into the windshield header, but to not totally secure. Just have them attached.
2. Move to the back of the Jeep and press/pull down on the rear bow and tuck the corners in.
3. Reattach the rear window.
4. Do the side windows. Since the plastic clips over the doors are not inserted yet, you have a more room to get your fingers in there to attach the zipper for the side windows. Using the velcro on the rear part of the windows to hold the end up makes life a lot easier.
4a. Once the zipper is started about an inch or two, hook in the front part of the side windows that connects to the edges of the door surround. If you do that last, you will have a devil of a time getting them in place.
4b. Repeat process for other side.
5. Once the windows are all on, reattach the side clips above the doors and secure the front latches.
6. DONE.
I actually store my upper doors in back of my jeep (seat removed) under my tonneau/duster cover. My rear and side windows I keep stored in a Jeep bag made for this and keep that in my garage on some shelving up and out of the way. This way, I don't lose them, they are covered and clean, and nothing will get set on them since I have them high enough my wife and kids cannot reach them.
Hope this helps.
-Paul
The Rocky Mtn Edition (RME) has some nice appearance packages, and honestly gives it a unique look. The Rubicon has the tougher transmission, sits a bit higher due to the 31" wheels vs the 30" on the RME (the suspension might be a bit higher too). You'll probably save some money by doing the RME.
The 4:1 transfer case on the Rubi makes it real easy to leave your foot off the gas when ascending/descending steep obstacles like rocks or a steep hill. Makes it safer so that you don't have to use the brakes.
Either way, if you think you'll want both tops down the road, go ahead and opt for the dual top option - hard and soft tops. Makes better sense to do it when you buy vs aftermarket for this one. Speaking of aftermarket, with either choice you have a LOT of options for accessorizing or modifying your Jeep. Have Fun!
-Paul
Thanks again.
I like having the option of the sunroof on the Unlimited and have used it more than I've dropped the top. It partly has to do with the weather - I can go from 70 degrees and perfect topless weather to 100 degrees and too hot for no A/C in a half an hour's drive.
I agree with everyone else's comment about the Rocky Mountain Edition vs. the Rubicon. If you are going to do lots of tough off-roading then get the lockers in the Rubicon - it is cheaper to get them that way than to add them later. Otherwise get the Rocky Mountain Edition - they look great, have excellent features and it is amazing what the Wrangler can do on the trails in its stock condition.
When did they start doing this? Always been that way? What tranny does the Rubi get? You mean the auto is tougher in the Rubi than what you would get in regular Wranglers, or the six speed is tougher in the Rubi than in other Wranglers? Both trannies are tougher in the Rubicons?
Tomster
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I've been a lurker here for a while, and I've wanted a Wrangler for as long as I can remember. Finally started making some bucks a few years ago, and started saving with my eye on the prize. I finally put down a deposit today on a 6 speed '05 Unlimited, E package, Black with dual tops, side steps, 7 speakers, floor mats. Had to look for about a week and a half before my local dealer located a dealer who would send one up. It's being driven up tomorrow morning (about 50 miles away - which scares me to death!). Anyway, I pick it up at 6:30 tomorrow night - I'm so psyched that I don't think I'm going to be able to work tomorrow . I'll try to post a few pics tomorrow evening.
Norm
That is SUPER! Congrats on the new Unlimited!!! I'm really happy for ya, guy. Be sure and post to tell us your first impressions of that puppy.
I'm glad your dream is coming true, and I'm glad you came here to share your joy with us. Please stick around and become part of the family here.
Where do you live? Wanna do a little wheelin'????
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I guess that would be a pretty long haul for ya, but if you ever want to come over here to western KY, I would be glad to trail guide for you at Turkey Bay.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Tomster
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Congratulations! Man, A RUBICON! Yeeeeeeeehawwwwwwww!!!!!!!
You live 1.5 hrs east of Frisco? Man, you must live very near the Rubicon Trail, right??? You must have gorgeous scenery all around you.
Sounds like you are definitely in a great place to drive a Jeep.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I would like to THINK that they would offer heavier duty components in the drivetrain (driveshaft, U-joints, transmission box and t-case). Instead of the axle (D30/35) being the weak spot, the weak spot just shifts to another component in the system. That is one thing I would LOVE to see DC do with the Rubi to differentiate it a bit more. Maybe contract with some of these aftermarket makers of driveshafts and U-joints to sell stronger components as part of the Rubicon package...
Sorry for any confusion. I've been doing presentations at work and the tie is cutting circulation to the brain
-Paul
-Paul
Tomster
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Congrats to Norm on the new Wrangler as well!
-Paul
Also, I have to say that the ride on pavement is at least as smooth (if not better) than my 00 Montero Sport SUV... so all those silly reviews that say the ride is still rough, I say HAH!
Right now the hard top is on, and I have a rather "crowded" garage, so I can't take the hard top off til I get the storage dolly.. which of course is back-ordered now until mid-June at all the places I checked... grrr!! :mad: Guess I'll have to wait til July before I can go "topless".
Hey, CONGRATS on that brand new Unlimited. She sounds like a real beauty!
Keep us posted on how you are enjoying that Jeep.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Does your garage have storage space or height above the Jeep? You might want to consider one of the hard top hoists and store it above your jeep. Doesn't take up any floor space.
-Paul
You need to consider transmission replacement as well, as well as all wiring for it, possibly the computer for it, etc. I have a 97 4 popper too and while it isn't like my other cars on the highway, it does okay. It does a LOT better out here in Alabama, Tennessee, and Kentucky than it did at the 4000+ foot elevations I lived in back in soCal.
Probably cost more than it would be worth to do it right. If you are concerned about offroad performance, the 4 does VERY well and actually has good gearing for it. If you want to go with larger tires, the 4 is only part of the problem. The real problem is the strength of a Dana 35 in the rear turning huge tires. The likelihood of snapping the axle is higher with larger tires, and goes up even more if you lock it.
If you are concerned about highway performance, the 4 doesn't really have it unless it is flat and/or you have a tailwind. Uphill or otherwise windy... forget it.
I spent less on my used 97, but that allowed me to do probably more modifications than my wife otherwise would have let me get away with. When it is all said and done, my mods probably cost as much as the vehicle itself. So consider that as well.
I'm not saying it can't be done, but the engine swap IS an involved process and unless you are doing all the labor yourself (and know what you are doing), it may be more of a headache and wallet-breaker than you realize.
-Paul
The Unlimited's ride isn't bad at all - but if you are comparing it to a Lexus, then it IS rough. Compared to a 2 1/2 ton military truck, it's absolute luxury. So it's all perspective and the reviewers have to say something to warn the unsuspecting buyer that it isn't a sports or luxury car.
my boss ( who is a farm boy at heart ) hated the jump up to get in. I don't think he'll ask me to drive next time, or he will suggest we take the boring volvo.
today, I needed to run out and look at a new house under construction with another lender. he really seemed to enjoy the top down; wind in the hair ride.
jeff
Dan
CONGRATULATIONS!
Yeah, let's see some pics!
Happy for ya, dude. All you new Jeep owners are brightening my life. I get just about as excited over someone else getting a Jeep as I do over my own Jeep.
Yeeeeeehawwwwwwww!!!!!!!!!
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I've owned my own shop for quite a while so I'm fairly confident on doing the job myself. Thanks again
Many minor items are involved, but the major ones include the PCM and associated wiring, radiator and shroud, engine mounts, exhaust, transmission, transfer case (or the input shaft), front and rear propeller shafts...........all I can think of for now.
It's normally cheaper (and much easier) to sell the SE and buy a Sport or similar.
Either way, you should enjoy the 4.0 in the mountains.