Need vehicle suggestions for around $3000
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Alaskan1Ton
Observer
Monteros have BIG axles........................Arn't they IFS up front?. Pardon my ignorance. I know the rear axles are stout but what about the front IFS set up? Enlighten me.
red87
Adventurer
Its and 8" ring gear and will happily handle 35s.
PirateMcGee
Expedition Leader
did you put a "trail rated" badge on :coffeedrink:
scrubber3
Not really here
HAHAHA! You know that stuff only works on the Mall Crawler crowd. Did you know that they put those badges on the patriots and compasses? That's just like putting it on the dodge caliber. Next thing you know, they'll put them on the avengers.
Alaskan1Ton
Observer
35's.................I thought you guys were talking about big tires, 35's are little league unless your in a Samurai. Guess Im just used to 10.25 Ring gears on my big trucks. So the front ring gear is 8" as well?
bfdiesel
Explorer
I have a new hate for compasses and patriots.
86cj
Explorer
Your $3000 budget makes all the preferred choices unlikely. (rust free XJ).................
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I can verify the poor resale value of the S-10 blazer and it's 4 wheeling capability. I have a ZR-2 and have kept it around because it is a great used vehicle and is not worth much. I have had it since new, they have some issues but it's all out there and easy enough to fix, also parts are plentiful.
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If you plan to go big then don't look at S-10's. The drivetrain is bulletproof on stock tires, my 8.5" rear axle has been over some of the biggest peaks in the USA, yeah I have worn ball joints and idler arms out, but have never broke anything......
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I can verify the poor resale value of the S-10 blazer and it's 4 wheeling capability. I have a ZR-2 and have kept it around because it is a great used vehicle and is not worth much. I have had it since new, they have some issues but it's all out there and easy enough to fix, also parts are plentiful.
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If you plan to go big then don't look at S-10's. The drivetrain is bulletproof on stock tires, my 8.5" rear axle has been over some of the biggest peaks in the USA, yeah I have worn ball joints and idler arms out, but have never broke anything......
scrubber3
Not really here
Check out what I found about the compass. Written by a Chrysler exec of course.-
"The Jeep Compass Latitude is a great vehicle! The Compass is the real deal: dependable, confident and rugged with off-road capability that backs up its available Trail Rated® badge.
In fact, it gives you ultimate Jeep® Trail Rated off-road capability and noted Jeep Go Anywhere, Do Anything® attitude.
If you're serious about going off-road — or want advanced four-wheeling capability, choose the Compass Trail Rated Freedom Drive II® Off-Road Group. With its second generation continuously variable transaxle with Off Road Mode, 17-inch all-terrain tires and aluminum rims, a 1-inch-raised ride height, a full-size spare and more.
The second-generation Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2L) has an integral lower gearing feature that provides the torque multiplication needed for water fording, steep grades and crawling slowly in off-road events.
The Compass improved ride quality and solid feel comes by way of a suspension with carefully determined spring and damping rates,rebound springs, and a rear sway bar.
With a four-wheel independent suspension, Compass does what you command, when you command it. You'll be able to feel it. It reacts like its part of your being, an extension of your own senses, not just nuts and bolts connected to the steering wheel.
You may want to check out http://www.Jeep.com for more information on the Compass.
Lisa
Top Care Specialist
Chrysler Group LLC"
Good grief.....What on earth are they thinking. I will bet you my right leg that she has never been off road other than a gravel drive. A compass? Really? It has an available trail rated badge!!! lol Wonder how much extra that will cost you?
Sorry to hijack your thread.... Carry on.
"The Jeep Compass Latitude is a great vehicle! The Compass is the real deal: dependable, confident and rugged with off-road capability that backs up its available Trail Rated® badge.
In fact, it gives you ultimate Jeep® Trail Rated off-road capability and noted Jeep Go Anywhere, Do Anything® attitude.
If you're serious about going off-road — or want advanced four-wheeling capability, choose the Compass Trail Rated Freedom Drive II® Off-Road Group. With its second generation continuously variable transaxle with Off Road Mode, 17-inch all-terrain tires and aluminum rims, a 1-inch-raised ride height, a full-size spare and more.
The second-generation Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2L) has an integral lower gearing feature that provides the torque multiplication needed for water fording, steep grades and crawling slowly in off-road events.
The Compass improved ride quality and solid feel comes by way of a suspension with carefully determined spring and damping rates,rebound springs, and a rear sway bar.
With a four-wheel independent suspension, Compass does what you command, when you command it. You'll be able to feel it. It reacts like its part of your being, an extension of your own senses, not just nuts and bolts connected to the steering wheel.
You may want to check out http://www.Jeep.com for more information on the Compass.
Lisa
Top Care Specialist
Chrysler Group LLC"
Good grief.....What on earth are they thinking. I will bet you my right leg that she has never been off road other than a gravel drive. A compass? Really? It has an available trail rated badge!!! lol Wonder how much extra that will cost you?
Sorry to hijack your thread.... Carry on.
bftank
Explorer
fixed it for ya