I'm curious why the Africa concept has amber turn signals/parking lights when they switched over to clear a couple years ago. Makes me wonder if they used an older model or if it was intentional. I'm also curious how they mounted the front of the limb risers - looks like they're tied into the hood latches.
Easter Jeep Safari Concepts 2015
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Omar Brannstrom
Adventurer
I like the Africa concept, higher roof and more bagage room, but I dont like that it lacks a rear spare wheel, a real Jeep comes with a rear spare wheel
I do like the jerrycan holder but I see that it is not a normal jerrycan, it is costum made to be fit, looks like they have put a saw to the jerrycan.
I do like the jerrycan holder but I see that it is not a normal jerrycan, it is costum made to be fit, looks like they have put a saw to the jerrycan.
matthewp
Combat Truck Monkey
The Wrangler Red Rock Responder has commercial potential
Upgrades include Dana 60 axles, 5.38:1 differentials, 37 inch tires on beadlocks, Warn winch on a steel bumper, a 4 inch lift and Fox shocks.
Looking at side views of the Red Rock Responder, it seems to me that they stretched the wheelbase a couple of inches, as well.
It looks like the illegitimate mistake of a one night stand between a JKU and a Honda Ridgeline!
The full size spare wheel is mounted underneath the vehicle, you can see it in certain pictures. Unless you're referring to the swing gate mounted tire, than I agree, it would be handier.
Jim
Jim
I like the Africa concept, higher roof and more bagage room, but I dont like that it lacks a rear spare wheel, a real Jeep comes with a rear spare wheel
I do like the jerrycan holder but I see that it is not a normal jerrycan, it is costum made to be fit, looks like they have put a saw to the jerrycan.
I was going to ask the question on the Overland Concept as to which suspension it has but looks like C&D have answered my question already. Amazed they used the Air Suspension after the Trailhawk 2 concept used coils and this is riding on 34" tires. Wondering the offset of the wheels now....
http://blog.caranddriver.com/jeep-grand-cherokee-overlander-concept-can-get-away-from-it-all-and-stay-away/
For anyone interested in it vs the Africa that is extremely sexy! :drool:
http://blog.caranddriver.com/jeep-grand-cherokee-overlander-concept-can-get-away-from-it-all-and-stay-away/
For anyone interested in it vs the Africa that is extremely sexy! :drool:
m(a)ce
Adventurer
The Africa sure is a lot like my JK Safari Cab project
I think a lot of us immediately thought of your project! hmm....
looks like it's simple tie in like the River Raider bracket that comes with their limb riser kit.
delivered by winged monkeys
I would like a longer wheelbase (130 Style) of the Africa as well... then with the slightly raised roof could put some jump seats in back with a table for sitting inside... add some AEV bumpers front/rear with swing out tire carrier and either keep the second tire underneath for two spares or add an extra fuel tank or water storage. Awesome.
rino
Approved Vendor - OK4WD
The things I would do for this.... :Wow1:
I don't think it has an extended wheelbase but a lengthened body. Looks to have the rear of the 2dr grafted onto the back of the JKU. Still it is a ready made product that JEEP will never let us have. And if power from the 2.8 is a concern, I know Cummins has a 3.8L turbo diesel 4 cyl that a shop in Clearwater, FL is toying with. But at about 13K, its pricy.
https://youtu.be/PiZy9FlZcZY
shays4me
Willing Wanderer
I would trade in my JKUR for the Africa in a heartbeat! I think Jeeps should have removable tops, but a sub model with a fixed raised roof and more cargo capacity in the rear would be one tough utility wagon! Add in the diesel power plant and aux fuel tank and its a definite winner for me! I would buy that. I would buy that. I would buy that................
WheelVintiques has those wheels. And I think Summitmracing might have in certain sizes.