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If you're just looking for cosmetic stuff... go to quadratec.com and go nuts if you want. There is some real garbage out there though.
It is leased, and for the foreseeable future I don't see any hard core off roading that would necessitate lifting it and all. But I definitely was to hit some trails and dirt maybe some beach though need to make sure the sand won't #### things up. Easy off roading and I could see gettin into a little more moderate but nothing beyond that. I wont be climbing rocks anytime soon.Mods are cosmetic - thanks for the link. Just accent type stuff like tail light cages etc. again, I'd love black wheels but just can't justify the cost of wheels and, in this color at least, the we stock wheels aren't bad.
I'm buying the 2010 Wrangler Sport and pick it up on Thursday. I drove it last week and wanted it bad, but honored my wife's wishes to not buy a car until my daughter got her license. She passed her driving test Saturday morning and I agreed to purchase the vehicle shortly afterwards. I thought I'd read up on the manual a bit (600 page manual
) to, among other things, learn how to remove the hard top. I quickly gave up on the manual and resorted to YouTube and think I've got it figured out, other than a few questions. Is the recommended torque wrench (#40) something that is readily available at most hardware stores or should I order one? Once the screws are removed is it better to remove the top and replace the screws or just leave them out until I put the top on? I don't recall seeing the washer fluid plug when I test drove the Jeep. If they don't have it, are they generic and should I ask the dealer for one or could it be specific to a 2010. I have tons a question about UConnect too, but I'll wait to see how easy pair is before I worry about this.
I've yet to remove the hard top - the two front panels are so easy and like 90% convertible feeling right there. That said, under the mat in the rear interior of the jeep, they have little slots for you to place the screws for storage until you put the hard top back on.I'm buying the 2010 Wrangler Sport and pick it up on Thursday. I drove it last week and wanted it bad, but honored my wife's wishes to not buy a car until my daughter got her license. She passed her driving test Saturday morning and I agreed to purchase the vehicle shortly afterwards. I thought I'd read up on the manual a bit (600 page manual
SHARP! The new GC's are really good lookin rides. nice balance of luxury and still looking/being capable.
It's something you get used to... with doors off I just turn my head and look out the side. Honestly I never really use my side mirrors now as a habit... just turn and look. That said, if you're not comfortable with them then by all means attach some! Harley post mirrors insert nicely into the door hanger holes too.
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I'd go with all terrrains at least.... for me, the BFG All Terrrain is the best tire going in that category. Great wear. Great on road manners. Nice side profile look for an AT Tire... and I've seen those get some great traction off road. Several people in my club wheel with them in the rocks and do just fine.
See above... BFG All Terrain is a great midway tire. Fantastic on road manners, good looking (side lugs, decent tread gap), and I've seen them do great things offroad.
Thanks. These good with the lower ratio rear axel? It's the one confine I got because none were in stock with it. And... Wheels? Can't justify spending 2k on tires and wheels
You want a 16" Black Steel Wheel on 5x5 bolt pattern with 4.5" backspacing or less. You should be able to get all 5 for $500ish.
Thanks. And the last I owned was when I was a 17 year old new driver back in the late '80's driving a '78 or '79 wagoneer.
Might as well put mud tires on a vette. Idiots.
I agree. It's really unlikely I get one, but I just may have to give myself a timeout from this thread once I star car shopping. It will be late July/August, and a convertible will be sounding really nice.
In the twin cities the jeep will be a lot of fun in the summer months. Do you have a garage? Jeep heaters are phenomenal but they take a few minutes to warm things up. Hard tops help retain heat but older jeeps are still not as airtight as most cars. That said the wrangler will be unstoppable in the snow. If you don't mind me asking... what is your budget. $10-12k goes a long way in the world of a Wrangler these days. I would suggest a 2003-2004 Wrangler (6cyl) if you can swing it. Should be able to score something in that range if you're diligent shopping.
They are infinitely customizeable no doubt. Be careful though... next thing you know your ride looks goofy because you have too much stuff strapped to it.pricklypete said:
That's exactly my budget.
Unfortunately I don't understand most of that. I have a good friend that is a mechanic, so anything I bought I would bring to him to check out first. The driving stuff I could handle. I can take a look underneath and would be able to tell if it had been riden over stuff. Anything beyond that...nope.
Okay.... You're going to freeze your ### off in the winter.
I shouldn't have gone down this road because I am full on in Jeep shopping mode.
Yes soft tops generally come with all the hardware to mount up. make sure you get the year right and buy the kit that INCLUDES the frame hardware. you might need to buy the frame hardware seperate (try ebay or craigslist).
That hurricane is fantastic.
I was shocked when I saw it was from 2005. I couldn't figure out why that has not been brought to market by now. I would think that style, in today's market, would be a huge seller. I also really liked the retro look of the J-12: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152188303246515&set=a.10152188298276515.1073741842.7037526514&type=1&permPage=1
Next to market or Jeep will likely be a Pickup style Jeep most-likely based off the JK platform (expected 2016 Model Year Release). Jeep hasn't had a pickup since the 80's with the Comanche (My first vehicle was an 86 Comanche).2Young2BBald said:
I assume forum sellers will be those sellers who have driven them hard on trails? I guess I'm looking to find one that was used mainly on the road.
1 thing I read about the spiderweb is you can install it, then put your hard-top over it, so its always there ready for you when remove the panels.MacArtist said:
