switching JKs your thoughts?
10-23-2012, 06:55 PM
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Re: switching JKs your thoughts?
" 4:1 transfer case IS too low for mudding. And that's not an opinion, its a fact. ". Says snakeyes76.
I think you need to look up the definition of the word "fact". Your are clearly stating an opinion - I guess it is because your opinion is based on your experiences with your rubicon that you somehow think makes it a "fact". The 4:1 is not "too low" because of one actual "fact"... YOU HAVE SIX GEARS!!! The buggies featured in hard core offroading magazines like Crawl have WAY LOWER transfer cases. I guess they don't know any facts about offroading.
I agree that the upgrade from 2012 Sahara to 2013 Rubicon wouldn't be as worth it since the 12 already has the new motor (as stated in my original reply). Basically the Sahara is "good enough". Most would still be wishing they had gone for the Rubicon though!! The Rubicon is a better base to start with for serious wheeling - unless you plan on changing the axles etc. If the modding planned is a lift kit, tires, fenders etc ... There is no $ wasted in upgrading to the Rubi.
I'm guessing there are a lot of people with buyers remorse over not making the right choice (Rubicon!) in the first place... Makes them feel better to think that the Rubi is "too slow" or "too tough" or maybe crawls up obstacles "too easily"??? Seriously people... Get a grip.
I think you need to look up the definition of the word "fact". Your are clearly stating an opinion - I guess it is because your opinion is based on your experiences with your rubicon that you somehow think makes it a "fact". The 4:1 is not "too low" because of one actual "fact"... YOU HAVE SIX GEARS!!! The buggies featured in hard core offroading magazines like Crawl have WAY LOWER transfer cases. I guess they don't know any facts about offroading.
I agree that the upgrade from 2012 Sahara to 2013 Rubicon wouldn't be as worth it since the 12 already has the new motor (as stated in my original reply). Basically the Sahara is "good enough". Most would still be wishing they had gone for the Rubicon though!! The Rubicon is a better base to start with for serious wheeling - unless you plan on changing the axles etc. If the modding planned is a lift kit, tires, fenders etc ... There is no $ wasted in upgrading to the Rubi.
I'm guessing there are a lot of people with buyers remorse over not making the right choice (Rubicon!) in the first place... Makes them feel better to think that the Rubi is "too slow" or "too tough" or maybe crawls up obstacles "too easily"??? Seriously people... Get a grip.
10-23-2012, 08:33 PM
#22
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Location: Montreal, Quebec
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Re: switching JKs your thoughts?
" 4:1 transfer case IS too low for mudding. And that's not an opinion, its a fact. ". Says snakeyes76.
I think you need to look up the definition of the word "fact". Your are clearly stating an opinion - I guess it is because your opinion is based on your experiences with your rubicon that you somehow think makes it a "fact". The 4:1 is not "too low" because of one actual "fact"... YOU HAVE SIX GEARS!!! The buggies featured in hard core offroading magazines like Crawl have WAY LOWER transfer cases. I guess they don't know any facts about offroading.
I agree that the upgrade from 2012 Sahara to 2013 Rubicon wouldn't be as worth it since the 12 already has the new motor (as stated in my original reply). Basically the Sahara is "good enough". Most would still be wishing they had gone for the Rubicon though!! The Rubicon is a better base to start with for serious wheeling - unless you plan on changing the axles etc. If the modding planned is a lift kit, tires, fenders etc ... There is no $ wasted in upgrading to the Rubi.
I'm guessing there are a lot of people with buyers remorse over not making the right choice (Rubicon!) in the first place... Makes them feel better to think that the Rubi is "too slow" or "too tough" or maybe crawls up obstacles "too easily"??? Seriously people... Get a grip.
I think you need to look up the definition of the word "fact". Your are clearly stating an opinion - I guess it is because your opinion is based on your experiences with your rubicon that you somehow think makes it a "fact". The 4:1 is not "too low" because of one actual "fact"... YOU HAVE SIX GEARS!!! The buggies featured in hard core offroading magazines like Crawl have WAY LOWER transfer cases. I guess they don't know any facts about offroading.
I agree that the upgrade from 2012 Sahara to 2013 Rubicon wouldn't be as worth it since the 12 already has the new motor (as stated in my original reply). Basically the Sahara is "good enough". Most would still be wishing they had gone for the Rubicon though!! The Rubicon is a better base to start with for serious wheeling - unless you plan on changing the axles etc. If the modding planned is a lift kit, tires, fenders etc ... There is no $ wasted in upgrading to the Rubi.
I'm guessing there are a lot of people with buyers remorse over not making the right choice (Rubicon!) in the first place... Makes them feel better to think that the Rubi is "too slow" or "too tough" or maybe crawls up obstacles "too easily"??? Seriously people... Get a grip.
Granted, this is discussing TJ Rubicon/Sport - but anyone with 1/2 a brain will get the idea. If the OP encounters more mud and sand than rocks, the Sahara and 2.73:1 TC is the logical choice. That and if he ever plans on seriously modding his jeep, is a better platform as most people chuck the upgrades found on the Rubicon anyhow. So its basically a waste of money. I personally bought a Rubi because I wanted an out of the box capable jeep mostly for slow trails littered with rocks. In my situation, 4:1 is the right choice. At the end of the day, the pocket decides. Is $70/mo for 5(?) years worth the difference? For $4000, you can do a lot to a Sahara.
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