Rubicon or Mojave

[SSingh1975]

Well..if ya care for diesel, then there's only one answer . This is the way.

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[PW45]

I'm full in on the both, but this jt is just too long for big rocks. 2022 JLUR built for the rocks, full skids, 39s, 3.5" lift, crossover steering. You'd need 42s and 6" of lift in a JT to come close to the breakover and departure angles and it still wouldn't be nearly as maneuverable. 2023 JT mojave built for the desert. 2" lift to keep the cog low but give it enough clearance for the 37s and rutted washes. No need for skids, it's perfect for where/how it gets used.

hell yes, you said it best.

 

[NotSo Bright White]

Well..if ya care for diesel, then there's only one answer . This is the way.

You are preaching to the choir! I haven’t driven the Mojave enough to be super fair but I do like the diesel better today. The Mojave seats do kick ass and I appreciate that now I don’t have to borrow the wife’s car for short trips o. town. Road trippin versus grocery gettin!

 

[Sweetums]

I prefer the Rubicon to the Mojave for my use, I like the lower gearing in the transfer case and the front locker. The suspension on the Mojave is undoubtedly better, but I plan to change the suspension anyway; and getting the right lift, springs, and dampers is way easier than regearing a T-case.
Both are very good machines, but they are different tools with different purposes. I find it funny though when the Mojave owners see a stuck Rubicon and say they would drive that same obstacle more easily than the truck with lower gearing and a front locker. I was also able to get a factor steel front and rear bumper with the Rubicon, which is not available on the Mojave. Another big plus for the Rubicon was the availability (at the time) of the diesel engine with steel steering knuckles.

Again, not saying one is better than the other, just that they are built for different tasks. The task I have for mine means the Rubicon was the right choice.

 

[Gvsukids]

Because the Rubicon has a locker up front, does that weaken the front by not having a solid axle across?

 

[Rusty PW]

Because the Rubicon has a locker up front, does that weaken the front by not having a solid axle across?

It's all the same axle housing. Just the locker in the carrier.

 

[Pilsner]

I may be in the minority, but I just feel the advantages of a front locker outweigh the suspension and stronger knuckles (I believe?) the Mojave has. I rarely use my front locker but man…having one is extra insurance. Plus I was planning on a lift and 37’s, so..

But if I was getting a second one, I’ll gladly take a Mojave! My first ever JT test drive was a Mojave and it was like driving a sports car compared to my JKUR

I prefer the front locker and non-scoop hood as well. I have used mine quite a bit. Alu knuckles are not ideal, but they will be changed when I do ball joints and shafts.

 

[Pilsner]

I prefer the Rubicon to the Mojave for my use, I like the lower gearing in the transfer case and the front locker. The suspension on the Mojave is undoubtedly better, but I plan to change the suspension anyway; and getting the right lift, springs, and dampers is way easier than regearing a T-case.
Both are very good machines, but they are different tools with different purposes. I find it funny though when the Mojave owners see a stuck Rubicon and say they would drive that same obstacle more easily than the truck with lower gearing and a front locker. I was also able to get a factor steel front and rear bumper with the Rubicon, which is not available on the Mojave. Another big plus for the Rubicon was the availability (at the time) of the diesel engine with steel steering knuckles.

Again, not saying one is better than the other, just that they are built for different tasks. The task I have for mine means the Rubicon was the right choice.

I guess I didn't realize the Mojave didn't have the 4:1 low in the t-case. That's a big one for me too.

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