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dubshow wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:22 am
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I dig them on 35s too. The fact a 35 fits in the stock spare location is a nice perk.
:notwrong: in the least. I'd prolly do the 35 route if I ever got one.
It's the perfect compromise on these, and probably the route I'd go as well.

But they do look best on 37's, so there's a good chance I'd just :doit:
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:notwrong: in the least. I'd prolly do the 35 route if I ever got one.
It's the perfect compromise on these, and probably the route I'd go as well.

But they do look best on 37's, so there's a good chance I'd just :doit:
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Detroit wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:23 am
dubshow wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:22 am

:notwrong: in the least. I'd prolly do the 35 route if I ever got one.
It's the perfect compromise on these, and probably the route I'd go as well.

But they do look best on 37's, so there's a good chance I'd just :doit:
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Yea I immediately noticed the higher comfort level in the JT vs JL. But there are other DD issues like parking spaces/u turns etc. but I guess the taco isn’t that big. I certainly can’t do a full sized truck, that’s a legit issue for me. Taco is ok.

Also I’m not really looking to crawl, just having the Jeep creates a significant safety margin because you’re further from the limit than you would be in a taco. I don’t like “at The limit “ driving of any kind. I.e I’m not going to crawl a brand new 40k taco
Honestly, the "limits" of a higher spec Taco or a Jeep are both really high. The pure fact that you plan to take :tits: with you is enough to keep you WELL below the limits of either vehicle stock.

To me, because this is purely, as you acknowledge, a WANT, you should get the vehicle you actually want. You have been talking about Jeeps for five years and talking about how pickups are trash for 10 years, so I just don't see it with the Taco, but if you like it/want it, why not? I don't really understand the frugality level here, but hey, the joke will be on everyone else I guess, when you're retired at 50 and we're all still here bitching in the careers thread and chasing something different.
There is no frugality with this purchase I am not buying a 10 year old Prius to commute with. I am buying a toy that I plan on using in different ways than my current vehicle and perhaps add some utility
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The thing I need to figure out is if I could fit 37's without a lift and just modified fenders. I really don't like lifts, unless you spend tons of money, they're almost always compromised over OEM engineering (geometries, etc)
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Detroit wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:23 am
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:notwrong: in the least. I'd prolly do the 35 route if I ever got one.
It's the perfect compromise on these, and probably the route I'd go as well.

But they do look best on 37's, so there's a good chance I'd just :doit:
I wonder what it rides like on those. The azn literally fell out of one on 37s it was hilarious. She couldn’t climb in
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max225 wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:26 am
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It's the perfect compromise on these, and probably the route I'd go as well.

But they do look best on 37's, so there's a good chance I'd just :doit:
I wonder what it rides like on those. The azn literally fell out of one on 37s it was hilarious. She couldn’t climb in
Suspension would have a ton to do with ride, more than the tires. With that much sidewall, they'd probably ride great, but the weight would make handling and stopping even worse than it already is.

And the height...I've had numerous people have difficulty getting in and out of my stock Rubicon on 33's. I'd seriously need to consider steps of some sort if I went much higher.
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Punk'n JKUR :megusta:
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Punk'n JKUR :megusta:
JL bruh
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max225 wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:30 am
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:lolol:

Punk'n JKUR :megusta:
JL bruh
Mistype. :mahman:
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JL bruh
Mistype. :mahman:
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Only reason why I ask, I mean I know no one cares about mpg but at some point it turns a bit :butwhy: 33” are pretty big already. I think my buddy on 35s is averaging around 14mpg, I’d say 37s probably need a regear right ? To 4.88 and likely 11-3mpg at that point. Which is a huge compromise
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Mistype. :mahman:
:mahman:

Only reason why I ask, I mean I know no one cares about mpg but at some point it turns a bit :butwhy: 33” are pretty big already. I think my buddy on 35s is averaging around 14mpg, I’d say 37s probably need a regear right ? To 4.88 and likely 11-3mpg at that point. Which is a huge compromise
I wouldn’t go near 4.88s with the 8speed in the JLs. Maybe 4.10s when running 37s or bigger. The stock 3.45s turn 32s no problem and forumbros running 35s don’t have any gearing issues.

I’m expecting to drop to 19-20mpg on 35s with the JLU.
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:lolol:

She will run over so many children.
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max225 wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:33 am
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Mistype. :mahman:
:mahman:

Only reason why I ask, I mean I know no one cares about mpg but at some point it turns a bit :butwhy: 33” are pretty big already. I think my buddy on 35s is averaging around 14mpg, I’d say 37s probably need a regear right ? To 4.88 and likely 11-3mpg at that point. Which is a huge compromise
In your case, a stock JLUR is perfectly ample. There'd be no real reason to go up to 35's, it'll be a pretty drastic hit on FE, and acceleration and braking will be compromised. All for a marginal increase in offroad capability.

The need to regear with the 8-speed is drastically diminished, but 4.88's with 37's is a good idea to be more like stock. But can't deny physics...the weight of those tires alone will compromise every single driving measure other than offroad performance.

The JT is so long that larger tires would improve offroad drastically. I've been out a few times where just an extra inch or so would prevent scraping a skid plate. I also think the trucks look a lot better with bigger tires.
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This is what happened to Lisa when we looked at the JLUR at the auto show. She was not amused. Oh well.

We both really liked the Outback.
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Johnny_P wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:46 am
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This is what happened to Lisa when we looked at the JLUR at the auto show. She was not amused. Oh well.

We both really liked the Outback.
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I mean literally her leg could not reach the ground :lol: :lol: :lol: I almost cried when it happened... shortly after she slipped since this was on an aircraft carrier and held by the door to not fall on her face.

Can't go wrong with another scoobie. I have never heard of anyone having issues in the first 6 years of ownership with one which is 12 :plac: eternities or more. They are shit after but :whocares: old car probs for the next guy.
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max225 wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:58 am
Johnny_P wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:46 am

This is what happened to Lisa when we looked at the JLUR at the auto show. She was not amused. Oh well.

We both really liked the Outback.
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I mean literally her leg could not reach the ground :lol: :lol: :lol: I almost cried when it happened... shortly after she slipped since this was on an aircraft carrier and held by the door to not fall on her face.

Can't go wrong with another scoobie. I have never heard of anyone having issues in the first 6 years of ownership with one which is 12 :plac: eternities or more. They are shit after but :whocares: old car probs for the next guy.
Preaching to the choir. Lisa was preggers and I had to actually pick her out of it.
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:lolol:
:wap: Where are these mangos?
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https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2012- ... cruiser-6/


So this is my perfect spec ... let’s see how much it’ll go for
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max225 wrote: Wed May 13, 2020 10:33 am
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Mistype. :mahman:
:mahman:

Only reason why I ask, I mean I know no one cares about mpg but at some point it turns a bit :butwhy: 33” are pretty big already. I think my buddy on 35s is averaging around 14mpg, I’d say 37s probably need a regear right ? To 4.88 and likely 11-3mpg at that point. Which is a huge compromise
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max225 wrote: Sun May 17, 2020 5:28 pm https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2012- ... cruiser-6/


So this is my perfect spec ... let’s see how much it’ll go for
That's a great looking rig.
Detroit wrote:Buy 911s instead of diamonds.
Johnny_P wrote: Thu Feb 09, 2023 3:21 pm Earn it and burn it, Val.
max225 wrote: Mon May 01, 2023 5:35 pm Yes it's a cool car. But prepare the lube/sawdust.
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Desertbreh wrote: Sun May 17, 2020 5:35 pm
max225 wrote: Sun May 17, 2020 5:28 pm https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2012- ... cruiser-6/


So this is my perfect spec ... let’s see how much it’ll go for
That's a great looking rig.
Yep only downsides so far.
1. Fucking Florida again
2. I didn’t realize BAT charges the buyer 5%. That means my purchase price is 15% higher than final auction + transport
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max225 wrote: Sun May 17, 2020 6:07 pm
Desertbreh wrote: Sun May 17, 2020 5:35 pm

That's a great looking rig.
Yep only downsides so far.
1. Fucking Florida again
2. I didn’t realize BAT charges the buyer 5%. That means my purchase price is 15% higher than final auction + transport
That’s a bunch of :balls: paying an extra 5% by the buyer.
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:dat: but I haven’t seen one this clean in ages... as I said I’ll be bidding if it remains sub 28
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