Another thought: I had a friend with a boat just like mine (4,500 lbs boat only) on an aluminum trailer. No WDH. He towed with a HD pickup. At a regatta, fortunately while parked, the tongue of his trailer suddenly fatigued and broke off at the coupler. So, check at every stop for any signs...
Follow what ivanfrank and Shadowspapa said. I tow my 26’, 6,000 lb sailboat with a WDH, no problem, hd galvanized trailer. Sway control not likely needed, especially on a 2-axle trailer. The boat actually tows better than my 3,000 lb single-axle camper. I thought about air bags, but didn’t...
Since you’ll be in Florida, make the trip to Jeep Beach in Daytona the last week of April. Thousands of Jeeps, new and old, probably no two alike. Drive on the beach, try the various off-road courses at the Speedway, even make a few laps around the Daytona oval (sign up early). Hundreds of...
I have to agree with Pip on unsafe trailer towing. I’ve often seen trailers with no brake lights, or no lights at all, even at night. probably no brakes connected either. Scary!
However, all vehicles, along with a trailer tow capacity rating, have a GVW rating, as well as a GAWR for each axle...
I don’t let valets park my vehicles. A few years back, in MI, a “valet” while working for a dealership, ran over and killed a person while shuffling cars around. The vehicle was in for service. Come to find out, the “kid” didn’t know how to drive a stick! The family sued, and the courts...
My dad passed his “senior” driving test at 90 with flying colors. When he turned 94, in assisted living, and no longer driving, the state sent him an application to renew his license by mail! I told him to send it in, since you never know. It was also one less nail in the coffin.
I use the nearest intersection for “home”, so if someone gets into my vehicle or steaks it, they can’t find/rob my house while I’m walking home.
Air bags don’t do the same thing as a WDH. They can mask an unsafe condition, like exceeding the rear GAWR. My previous JT had max tow, which included the Dana 44 “wide” axle (similar to the Rubicon) and 4.10 gears. I used a WDH and never had a problem towing my 6,000 lb boat.
My 2024 JT 3.6 with under 8,000 miles check engine light came on twice, but lasted less than a week. No drivability issues. Had the vehicle scanned both times at the local auto parts store. P0300 both times. Besides coil and plugs, the diagnosis mentioned contact points, reluctor assy, hall...
If you have comprehensive on your personal vehicle, you might only be stuck for the deductible. Also, check the benefits on the card you used for the rental.
We have had several JK and JL 4-doors, both 3.6 and 2.0, and several JTs, all unmodified. The current 2025 JLU Willys with Falken MTs is much quieter than the 2024 JT Willys with Firestone MTs. The JLU has a tighter turning circle than the JT, but longer wheelbase = better ride. People have...
I had a Sport S. I wanted to replace it with an Overland, as it was best deal for the money. 18” wheels vs 17” on sport, plus all the other items mentioned. Can’t get nav on a Nighthawk and some other options. I opted for a Willys. Very well equipped for the money. The only issue, if it...
Not sure what your steps look like. Ebay has some reasonable priced no-drill mud flaps that supposedly work with the factory rock rails. I’m ready to order. Guaranteed fit.
Your foam tubing idea is probably a good temporary plan. Use a piece on the glass and another on the “frame”.
Do you leave the battery unit in the vehicle while parked/camping, or only when driving? Instead of roof mounted, I use portable solar panels with a long wire so I can always have them...