Lanyard
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- First Name
- Rob
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- Nov 29, 2018
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- Minneapolis
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- Ford Explorer
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Hello,
I'm a noob to the technical side of Jeep. My first ride in the mid-80s was a Grand Cherokee, then had a Wrangler in the early 2000's. I told my wife to get a JKU, but she opted for a Ford Explorer. Now I'm due for a vehicle and she said, "Get a Jeep". I started researching the JLUs last year, but the lack of towing capability and relatively small cargo area had been a hang-up, but now, Jeep Truck! The Gladiator, to me, is what compromise looks like in a relationship
The Tow Max option gives the JT Sport longer axels and if I'm reading the specs correctly, a wider track. These appear to be the same size axles/track as the Rubicon. But in looking at the pictures of the Rubicon and Overland that have been released, it does not appear the wider track changes the "stance" of the vehicle. The Rubicon appears to achieve a bit more aggressiveness via the larger tires.
The wheel/tire size for the Tow Max Sport stays the same as the stock Sport/S, but the tires are upgraded to A/T, which should give it a bit more aggressive appearance, but I think my anticipation of the wider track is that it would also extend the wheels past the body limit a bit.
Just trying to figure out where my expectations should be. I don't have a regular need to tow over 4,000 lbs, but it feels a bit like horsepower on a boat..... maximization of what it's used for never leaves you unhappy. I don't off road on anything other than flatland trails for hunting/kayaking/fishing/camping, so the Rubicon would be overkill and I'd pretty much be a poser. When researching the JLU it appeared the recommendation for my weekend thrills is a Sport S, then customize off of that with things I'll find functional going forward. But the Tow Max Sport, per specs, seems like it should make a bit more impression than a standard Sport/S.
I sincerely appreciate any insight into any particular outcomes the longer axles might have on the operations and appearance of the vehicle.
I've had Gladiator on my mind since the reveal, contacted a local dealer already, and started looking at one way ticket costs to areas with more aggressive price discounts. I can't tell if what I'm feeling is anticipation since they won't announce price/availability/etc or if it's shame for literally being in a "shut up and take my money" position.
I'm a noob to the technical side of Jeep. My first ride in the mid-80s was a Grand Cherokee, then had a Wrangler in the early 2000's. I told my wife to get a JKU, but she opted for a Ford Explorer. Now I'm due for a vehicle and she said, "Get a Jeep". I started researching the JLUs last year, but the lack of towing capability and relatively small cargo area had been a hang-up, but now, Jeep Truck! The Gladiator, to me, is what compromise looks like in a relationship
The Tow Max option gives the JT Sport longer axels and if I'm reading the specs correctly, a wider track. These appear to be the same size axles/track as the Rubicon. But in looking at the pictures of the Rubicon and Overland that have been released, it does not appear the wider track changes the "stance" of the vehicle. The Rubicon appears to achieve a bit more aggressiveness via the larger tires.
The wheel/tire size for the Tow Max Sport stays the same as the stock Sport/S, but the tires are upgraded to A/T, which should give it a bit more aggressive appearance, but I think my anticipation of the wider track is that it would also extend the wheels past the body limit a bit.
Just trying to figure out where my expectations should be. I don't have a regular need to tow over 4,000 lbs, but it feels a bit like horsepower on a boat..... maximization of what it's used for never leaves you unhappy. I don't off road on anything other than flatland trails for hunting/kayaking/fishing/camping, so the Rubicon would be overkill and I'd pretty much be a poser. When researching the JLU it appeared the recommendation for my weekend thrills is a Sport S, then customize off of that with things I'll find functional going forward. But the Tow Max Sport, per specs, seems like it should make a bit more impression than a standard Sport/S.
I sincerely appreciate any insight into any particular outcomes the longer axles might have on the operations and appearance of the vehicle.
I've had Gladiator on my mind since the reveal, contacted a local dealer already, and started looking at one way ticket costs to areas with more aggressive price discounts. I can't tell if what I'm feeling is anticipation since they won't announce price/availability/etc or if it's shame for literally being in a "shut up and take my money" position.
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