Finally got my Jeep! Day 2 / 250 miles - Is All this Normal?

[firemedic2714]

I'm not an aerodynamics engineer, but I attribute the wind noise to all the top seams (freedom panels, windshield header, etc.).

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[mbush91]

Hey, mbush91. Have you had your steering concerns resolved with the dealer yet? If not, send us a private message so we can assist you further.

Kate
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Hey Kate,

Since driving a bit more I have gotten used to the steering somewhat am have come to believe that day was more windy than I originally though. However it's still not as consistent as I'd like. I'm also still seeing some pretty poor mileage (12.2 mpg avg.) But the could be a mixture of the use of the remote start for the cold, the MT tires, and the new engine. I plan on getting it to around 1200 miles before I decide to take it anywhere.

Thanks!

 

[Jeeperjamie]

Yep, all this sounds about right. Just went to 37 12.5 17 on mine and my Mpgs are down to 16.5mpgs with 4.10 gears, that's 2 less than I was getting with the BFG KO2 35's I had installed. As far as wind noise, it's a jeep and they aren't air tight, your going to hear the outside for sure, even more so if you got a soft top. All part of the experience.

 

[JeepCares]

Hey Kate,

Since driving a bit more I have gotten used to the steering somewhat am have come to believe that day was more windy than I originally though. However it's still not as consistent as I'd like. I'm also still seeing some pretty poor mileage (12.2 mpg avg.) But the could be a mixture of the use of the remote start for the cold, the MT tires, and the new engine. I plan on getting it to around 1200 miles before I decide to take it anywhere.

Thanks!

Sounds good and thanks for letting me know. We're always in private message if need assistance.

Kate
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[mbush91]

Thought I'd provide an update. MPGs have been slowly climbing and the road noise has gone down since wearing in the tires a bit. Still not happy with the steering at express-way speeds but it seems to be a common complaint.

 

[SnazzGlad]

I’m at the exact MPG as you and I’m a little over 500 miles on the dash. I have the same tires as well. I only have a 6 mile drive each way to work and a couple miles to and from the daycare. So its all short drives for me. In a about a month I’ll be taking it on a short road trip and I’m confident my mpgs will go up. The steering isn’t as tight as past vehicles but that’s to be expected with the solid axle. I don’t feel as I can’t control it, can safely cruise on the highway with one hand on the wheel.

 

[cleatus]

in case it hasnt been mentioned, look up the TSB on the steering---basically says customers complaining about it being all over road and/or pulling right left
i brought mine in, and they said it was "normal" "thats a jeep for ya"
i said take a look at it anyway.
they called back and are replacing the steering box
known issue

 

[Jeeperjamie]

Mpgs will go up, I'm getting 17.3 on 37's in my Max Tow so you should see a improvement there. As far as the road noise and tire vibration, you better get use to that or swap to a A/T tire, that will help make it better. Wandering is pretty normal as well unless it's tough to steer then you might want to get that checked. M/Ts tend to follow the grooves in the road and also wander a little more than A/Ts do.

 

[JeepJunky]

Thought I'd provide an update. MPGs have been slowly climbing and the road noise has gone down since wearing in the tires a bit. Still not happy with the steering at express-way speeds but it seems to be a common complaint.

I found my tires at 42 from the dealer and set them correctly. I notified the dealer I wanted the TSB performed due to severe wandering. It has made a world of difference. I have the Gladiator Mojave, which has
the knobby off road tires. I don't have a whistling sound, road noise is acceptable. I also installed a Bestop soft top and sound is still acceptable.

 

[Caraholic]

What everyone else said.

Unless you are being really hard in the pedal or carrying a bunch of weight, you should be seeing 18+ at the end of a tank.

You can also do a lot for road noise by adding a little insulation to the floor and roof.

If it’s a soft top and it’s windy, it’s normal for it to be fairly noisy depending on what direction the wind is coming from.

True for all Jeep’s forever before now too

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