taco to rubi

[98sr5]

hey i got a question about how many miles would an average jeep rubicon be able to go. i got a tacoma right now with 160,000 miles and am starting to think it has too many miles to start modding and that i should just ride it out till it dies then get a tj rubi with a 6 speed. are there any defects with this platform similar to the tacos weak rear frame and messed up steering racks

 

[Backwoods Rambler]

The I-6 in Tj's, XJ's and some ZJ's are known to last upwards of 250,000 miles. But for some reason they're not known for their dependability.

My '98 currently has 137k and is still running very strong. My last XJ '96, I traded in at 120k and it was also running very strong.

 

[IronSmiles]

Personally I believe the I6 engines are some of the best, but this really boils down to two main points..

First, if you plan on beating the hell out of your rig as opposed to wheeling "the smart way" then that obviously will greatly reduce the life expectancy of your rig.

Second, keeping your rig well maintained will make a world of difference, and not just the engine, but all the components. A buddy of mine has a 97 XJ with 223,000 mi approx and takes great care of his rig while still hitting hard trails and has no problem with his.

I have a 99 XJ with 116,000 mi approx and am still adding many mods to mine and plan to keep it seriously for at least 8 - 10 years.

Rubi's aren't a bad base to start with, but in my opinion, a solid build + solid care taking + smart wheeling = easily 300K mi or more on a jeep or toyota. :elkgrin:

 

[stick]

I have 150K on my 4.0L I6 engine. Still runs as strong today as the day it rolled off the dealer's lot.

 

[hrjaw]

Personally I believe the I6 engines are some of the best, but this really boils down to two main points..

First, if you plan on beating the hell out of your rig as opposed to wheeling "the smart way" then that obviously will greatly reduce the life expectancy of your rig.

Second, keeping your rig well maintained will make a world of difference, and not just the engine, but all the components. A buddy of mine has a 97 XJ with 223,000 mi approx and takes great care of his rig while still hitting hard trails and has no problem with his.

I have a 99 XJ with 116,000 mi approx and am still adding many mods to mine and plan to keep it seriously for at least 8 - 10 years.

Rubi's aren't a bad base to start with, but in my opinion, a solid build + solid care taking + smart wheeling = easily 300K mi or more on a jeep or toyota. :elkgrin:

could not have said it better myself. I have 170,000 on my 97 tj and 150,000 on my 99 wj. I am ANAL about all the services, do most of the work myself, and do not beat the crap out of them.

 

[SOAZ]

hey i got a question about how many miles would an average jeep rubicon be able to go. i got a tacoma right now with 160,000 miles and am starting to think it has too many miles to start modding and that i should just ride it out till it dies then get a tj rubi with a 6 speed. are there any defects with this platform similar to the tacos weak rear frame and messed up steering racks

I think you'll find that the more you upgrade any part on a vehicle it creates a new weak point. Larger tires = tie rods/steering components gets more wear etc etc.

The Rubi would give you some serious addition to offroad capability! Thats for sure!

On the other hand I have 130k on my runner and I figure if the motor dies some day in the 200's or gets a little weak there are a TON of them out there to buy a motor and drop in.

Decisions decisions!

 

[Brett M]

Another thumbs up for the I6 206K on mine as of yesterday and still running fine. :shakin:

 

[98sr5]

thats good to know the way all the current toyotas are i dont think i will be buying another one just dont do it for me. a 2006 wrangler rubicon unlimited would be the best in my eyes. are the front and rear lockers selectable seperate or does it lock both when you lock the diffs

 

[Brett M]

thats good to know the way all the current toyotas are i dont think i will be buying another one just dont do it for me. a 2006 wrangler rubicon unlimited would be the best in my eyes. are the front and rear lockers selectable seperate or does it lock both when you lock the diffs

Don't quote me, but I believe you "have" to have the rear diff locked before you can engage the front locker.



And I want an Unlimited.......I think that it'd be a good replacement for the XJ

 

[JohnnyS]

You are correct that the rear needs to be locked in order to lock the front.
They work really well, instantaneous.

 

[4Rescue]

hey i got a question about how many miles would an average jeep rubicon be able to go. i got a tacoma right now with 160,000 miles and am starting to think it has too many miles to start modding and that i should just ride it out till it dies then get a tj rubi with a 6 speed. are there any defects with this platform similar to the tacos weak rear frame and messed up steering racks

Seriously??? Your taco at 170K probably still has another 100k under it's belt. Just build it out. You already own it, and car payments must suck (although I can't say I've ever made one...)

Getting rid of a Toyota with 170K on the odo is like throwing away half a tube of toothpaste...


Cheers

DAve

 

[98sr5]

yeah i think im gonna keep it and just beef up and upgrade parts when they go out (tires, susp) but i dont think im gonna build my truck like i wanted too much for the same money i can get a dirtbike and go to croom and have even more fun

 

[Bongo Boy]

They work really well, instantaneous.

Are they the same lockers as on the '03-'05 Rubicons, do you know? I haven't found mine ('05) to be instantaneous by any means. Occassionally it can take a fair amount of time before the flashing light goes solid. I wouldn't say more than 30s or so, but not instant.