EugeneTheJeep
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This big engine is not needed. It’s fun to tow at 6000 rpm.
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Yes you are not alone, but there are not enough of you to justify the production costs. Hell, even 2 door JLs make up only what? 10% of Wrangler sales?I get that, that’s why I think the 392 idea is ridiculous, practically speaking. There are only a few people who can afford to buy something like that. But if I were given the option to buy a Sport S with Max Tow and a 5.7 Hemi V8 when I bought mine, for a standard factory engine upgrade price - not a “special edition” price - I’d be all over it. And I don’t think I’m alone here.
$1500-1700 on the build site for the Ram RebelI don’t have time to research what the cost difference in a 2020 Ram 1500 V6 vs V8 are, but I imagine it’s not astronomical considering the amount of Hemi powered Ram 1500s there are on the road.
Jeep banked on the Launch Edition in the same way, I think. They didn't sell like hot cakesPeople who can afford a special edition 392 JL are a different breed than those who just want the additional power and exhaust note a nice Hemi V8 would provide.
The JT itself is an anomaly. They are definitely not for everyone - not even for every Jeep fan. 2-door Jeeps are not the thing anymore - for a pretty reasonable extra cost you get a ton more storage space protected from the elements.Yes you are not alone, but there are not enough of you to justify the production costs. Hell, even 2 door JLs make up only what? 10% of Wrangler sales?
Yeah, that’s not that much of a price increase, considering most of us paid a chunk of change over $40k for our JTs. I think a V8 JT option would be a better investment than the diesel.$1500-1700 on the build site for the Ram Rebel
https://www.ramtrucks.com/bmo.ram_1...ERG,DFT,DMH,TT6,WBT,G7,UAA,X9,PR4-QXJ,23W,APD
Jeep also botched the hell out of the LE production and release. I remember there were a lot of threads here and on Facebook about how folks were disappointed with their LEs - from factory flaws to receiving their “launch” vehicle after the “standard” vehicles were readily available at most dealershipsJeep banked on the Launch Edition in the same way, I think. They didn't sell like hot cakes
how much difference is there between the Hemi and the Hellcat? I recall early on folks wheeling with Hellcats ended up needing upgraded axles from going too fast? Would the Hemi likewise require an upgrade if only for the weight and not because it has about half less HP than a Hellcat?I don’t have any complaints about my 3.6, to be honest. It got me and my other Jeep across the country with relative ease and decent enough efficiency. I just can’t help but wonder how much more efficient it would have been with a little extra help from a Hemi.
The hellcat has like 200 ftlbs more torque and 260 more HP. Need a 60/80 combo for that thing to be safe.how much difference is there between the Hemi and the Hellcat? I recall early on folks wheeling with Hellcats ended up needing upgraded axles from going too fast? Would the Hemi likewise require an upgrade if only for the weight and not because it has about half less HP than a Hellcat?
5.7 Hemi- 375HP/410LBFThow much difference is there between the Hemi and the Hellcat? I recall early on folks wheeling with Hellcats ended up needing upgraded axles from going too fast? Would the Hemi likewise require an upgrade if only for the weight and not because it has about half less HP than a Hellcat?
@JeepCares that was an awful awful trick! I was so excited to be getting a V8 and now you gone and pissed me off with a tease! I’m definitely going to look at the Bronco a little closer now because of your BS marketing move. I didn’t care about the Bronco, but I do now!
If it happens, I retract my statement. I’ve heard there are 50 of the 392 Jeeps driving around testing. I also saw a commercial for it. Sure hope Jeep is not toying with my emotions. If the Wrangler is getting it, the Gladiator better get it. A V8 Truck convertible..... I am in love with the Gladiator, just not what’s under the hood, sorry.That’s stupid. It’s absolutely gonna happen