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The wheelbase/ or overall length is longer on the JL to allow room for the 8 speed automatic. The majority of buyers of all brands of 4x4s show boat more than off road. Look at all the lifted big tired pick ups that never see dirt. The up side is more aftermarket equipment is available for the...

The 2017's are supposed to have HID's on the Trailhawk. Looking forward to your build. Jim

Just to clarify. JK with diesel is built in Toledo. The J8's are actually built in Egypt and have been all along. Also they run a 24 volt system. Jim

By Turbo 3 I was referring to the model designation, not the cylinder count. It was actually the 2.2 four cylinder. Jim

No worries. I had thought that after reading all the posts. We had a Turbo 3 about 1990 that was sadly pulled from the market after just a few months. Something about coking in the cold weather. The turbo was by Garrett, had variable vanes and boy did it pull off the line strong. I'm guessing...

Thank you, you replied faster than I did. Jim

Reread and notice the period. The next line was about the turbos and should have been to 2010 to cover all the years of the PT. I actually worked from 1983 to 2014. Jim

All I did was mention that Chrysler uses cylinder deactivation as well as GM, as you thought they were the only ones. Chrysler started in 2005 in the cars and have a better track record with it. I have not made any attacks on your posts. I actually agree with most of your opinions. I did 31...

Chryslers hemi was using cylinder deactivation before GM. It's a very good way to improve mileage. I think Honda did or is using it on a v-6. Jim

The M in the middle should indicate a plate that's issued to car companies for the test vehicles. Jim

I think it's more of keeping the dealer lots full and not lose money. Usually takes 2-3 months to retool a factory. Once the JL is up to speed they will shut down the JK and start to retool that plant. A good example is what happened with the minivans, they only had one plant, so they tried to...

The JL is supposed to be getting a new generation 44 the last I knew. Jim

Looks like a steering stabilizer. Jim

It is a mix. It's possible that the lot is shared by the car companies for security reasons. The one sure looks like a Wrangler and it is about the right time frame for the full bodies to be out testing. I know Chrysler often does high altitude emissions testing in Denver. The pickups, not sure...

That looks great. Good to see it up and running, you had a major project going. What's next doing an extended cab Comanche? My brother and father both bought new '87s. Loved them just found it hard to get comfortable, I always wanted the seat to move back further. One had buckets and the other...

How long of a life are these bulbs supposed to have, usually upgraded bulbs only last a year or so. WJ's can be a pain because you have to be careful not to break the housing mounting tabs. But would sure like to have better lighting. Jim

What I find interesting is the Africa concept has a 12" longer body allowing the spare tire to mount underneath instead of on the tailgate. Gets you thinking. Jim

Sergio confirmed today at the auto show that there will be a Wrangler pickup. 2018 model year. Jim

Quite right. My apologies for adding to taking this thread off course On the correct course, I think people like me are looking for a solid body with live axles. The added roof height and longer body make for a large cargo area. No inside information, just my opinion as to why I think there's a...

I don't think you could just name a place but there are situations where that could occur, but you might not know because you would have to run an controlled test and of course the road surface would change. Personally I would prefer the better traction. I think most of the vehicles you mention...