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Same here.Daily, haul crap, top off for fun, camping, pull trailer "everything" rig.
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Same here.Daily, haul crap, top off for fun, camping, pull trailer "everything" rig.
If they make a Sahara based version with the Selec-Trac you might get your wish. My JKU Rubicon dose great in the snow in 4WD H and BFG KO2 tires, (its just not great on ice, but what really is) so I would expect the JT to be just as good if not better.Lastly, I wonder how well the JT will do in the snow. My Audi Quattro is unbeatable going up snowy mountain passes during skiing season. I wish the JT was AWD and came with a locking center diff.
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100% agree, I don't believe there is a reason they can't modify the NP242 to provide a 4:1 crawl ratio like the Rock-Trac. That would be ideal!I really wish they'd make a select track like x-fer case with the Rock track 4:1 gearing. Or at least offer selec trac with Rubicon models. I want factory front and rear lockers plus the ability to kick into AWD or 4 low situation depending
I’ve been in your shoes. Over the years I’ve owned an RS4 and an S4 while simultaneously owning a Jeep JK on 35s. Aside from the cost of owning two vehicles (tires, insurance, registration, etc.) there was always the drawback of being in a “too-specialized” vehicle. The Audis were so good on road, and with snow tires, were amazing on snowy or icy roads, but the second you need ground clearance, they were done. I always had 2 shovels, and we got used to digging out of trail head parking areas in snow. On the other hand, the JK was a beast off-road, but was underpowered going over big passes, and was not the most comfortable on long road trips (for a couple years I was driving to and from Colorado - Utah, 8 hours one-way). So I ditched the 2 cars and got a 3rd gen Tacoma (one of the only stick shifts available). My wife still says she misses the Audis.How many of you consider the JT as a do-it-all vehicle that would replace more dedicated rigs?
I have an A4 as a daily driver and my LJ Wrangler for offroad and camping trips. Thought is to replace both with the JT in hopes of having a vehicle that can do it all:
- comfort
- offroad capability
- fuel economy
- towing capability
- size for a family of 4
- space and storage
The JT sounds like it could do all of it well, but not all of it great.
What pros/cons do you see owning two vehicles that are specialized in what they do vs. one that tries to do it all?
I'm considering trading the A4 for truck like a Tundra or F150 that can be used around town and for family getaways with a maybe a mild build and keep the LJ for the gnarly stuff.
Alternatively, sell both and get the JT that will not be the best at everything but good enough to get by.
Curious if anyone else is thinking about consolidating vehicles.
Well, it might have been helpful if you had said it 2 years ago. It’s always interesting to me when I read something I said a long time ago. Sometimes I’m surprised, and sometimes I still agree. On this one, I agree.I’ve been in your shoes. Over the years I’ve owned an RS4 and an S4 while simultaneously owning a Jeep JK on 35s. Aside from the cost of owning two vehicles (tires, insurance, registration, etc.) there was always the drawback of being in a “too-specialized” vehicle. The Audis were so good on road, and with snow tires, were amazing on snowy or icy roads, but the second you need ground clearance, they were done. I always had 2 shovels, and we got used to digging out of trail head parking areas in snow. On the other hand, the JK was a beast off-road, but was underpowered going over big passes, and was not the most comfortable on long road trips (for a couple years I was driving to and from Colorado - Utah, 8 hours one-way). So I ditched the 2 cars and got a 3rd gen Tacoma (one of the only stick shifts available). My wife still says she misses the Audis.
I suggest a cost analysis, and a cold hard look at your driving needs. Your A4 will be so much better on road than a solid axle truck, but you don’t have a secret button to push that morphs the Audi into a Jeep at a trail.
I think the Gladiator can be a do-it-all, especially if you budget for Synergy (or competitor) tie rod, drag link, and some after market ball joints. You may not need them, but I’d plan for it.
That was really long - don’t know if it was helpful.
Exactly what I did ! Why abuse the Gladiator when there are far more capable vehicles for serious off-roadingTrailers are a PIA. They are annoying to park with, you need a place to store it, and its not going to be able to go the same places a JT would. Also have you looked at the cost of these "Offroad Trailers"? They are $20K plus. For that kind of money I would rather have a JT and buy a RZR to tow behind.