L.O.S.T. JK's on the Rubicon....... JK's?!? Yes, JK's!

2006KJSPORT4x4 · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 10:22 am

Coal Creek or Land Between the Lakes could even be doable for some Southern lost characters like myself...I usually make it to the Ozarks for some canoeing at least twice a year some great places up there I'm sure to go, we just could use some input from our North Arkansas members (they sometimes check in)....keep me posted though on the Coal Creek LBTL meets...or let me know where you guys are talking about them at....

zeero · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 12:31 pm

Two questions about the JK Rubicon four doors......how long is the wheel base?? Looks kinda prone to getting High Centered.....

And two: Have they switched the stock tires on the Rubicon from GY MTR's to BFG's MT?? Looks like it by the tread pattern??

:wink:

pixeldzn · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 1:12 pm

zeero wrote:

Two questions about the JK Rubicon four doors......how long is the wheel base?? Looks kinda prone to getting High Centered.....

And two: Have they switched the stock tires on the Rubicon from GY MTR's to BFG's MT?? Looks like it by the tread pattern??

:wink:

The wheelbase is a bit longer, but no more than an XJ I would say.

The stock rubicon tires are now a 32" BFG MT on a 17" rim.

desertliberty · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 1:46 pm

The four Door model's wheel base is a whopping 116" This is quite a bit longer than an XJ. High centering is a possibility but Jeep took alot of time and engineered the undercarriage enough that there is is almost nothing hanging down from underneath for you to hang up on. The only problem that I noticed with the vehicles length was that while trying to attempt to make short turns with the front locker on was almost impossible. But hey so what if you have to take the extra time to back up. It makes good practice.

Brian

desertliberty · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 2:05 pm

Here's a few of our Pic's from the last couple of weeks.

Day one: Signcutter & Cakjfreedom (Mike & Nannette) Getting some hangtime

JK's on the Rollout

Posing while Waiting for Shanna to Rollup

3rd Media Wave (Canadian Press I believe)

My Spy photo while trying not to get in the way of the press on Cadillac

Sorry Nolan I didnt get a pic of Jim's bumper....he he he!

On the water fall coming down Cadillac...Steeper than it looks!

Brian

WV(0)IIIIIII(0) · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 2:57 pm

If all they did was stretch the LJ than getting hung-up is going to happen with the stock shovel (x-fer skid plate) I know on my LJ that skid is already looking rough.

JJsTJ · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 4:22 pm

WV(0)IIIIIII(0) wrote:

If all they did was stretch the LJ than getting hung-up is going to happen with the stock shovel (x-fer skid plate) I know on my LJ that skid is already looking rough.

The JK is completely NEW from the ground up. The only thing I think carries over is the 4:1 241 transfer case and trans. Frame is all new, axles are all new, suspension, body, interior, etc., all new. It is Much flatter underneath than a TJ-L, Unlimited. W/ a 2" lift it could fit 35" tires.

Jeepjeepster · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 7:12 pm

I cannot believe everyone didnt disco the sway bars! That would be the first thing I did! If the libby is 4 door and its wheel base is only 104, why did they feel like the 4 door wrangler must be 116in?

I think its just to long.

desertliberty · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 8:17 pm

Nothing was ever said that everyone did not disco the JK's. There were alot of people that were unaware of what options these vehicles had. Once we were accustomed to the inner workingsBelieve me that was the first thing to get turned on. I don't think I hardly ever turned on the lockers unless I really needed them. You also have to remember that most of the Media folks have never driven offroad or they weren't comfortable driving a Brand new vehicle thru this type of terrain.

Brian

JJsTJ · **Posted:** Mon Aug 28, 2006 9:07 pm

Jeepjeepster wrote:

I cannot believe everyone didnt disco the sway bars! That would be the first thing I did! If the libby is 4 door and its wheel base is only 104, why did they feel like the 4 door wrangler must be 116in?

I think its just to long.

Take one wheeling and I am going to bet you will change your mind. The 4 dr. has lots of room inside, way better than the KJ and is So dang capable out of the box it is crazy. It is by far the most capable, best utility vehicle Jeep has ever made. I think the extra length will only be a problem in a few situations that could be overcome w/ a small lift and slightly larger tires. I think I am sold on getting one but it will have to wait a few years before I am ready for another payment.

Dutchy · **Posted:** Tue Aug 29, 2006 4:25 am

CaKJFreedom wrote:

Did someone say action shot? We were actually making good time on the run I went on. Wasn't much time to stop for pictures. There have to be more than this. I want to see Jim's dent!

Get that limo off the trail!!!!!

Actually I like the JK and as it will have to be priced below the KJ it will be a nice way to save some money

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alljeep · **Posted:** Tue Aug 29, 2006 7:51 am

This image posted earlier makes it look real good and actually makes the size/length look appropriate. It's just the real close up shots that make it look longer than it is. I'm smitten!

Anyone have any more good trail pictures? I'm saving them in a folder to peek at durring my breaks at work.

skrracing · **Posted:** Tue Aug 29, 2006 12:26 pm

Hey guys, Just got back...I had one more event to complete and man what a great time. The new JK wheels like mad and I used disco's all the time and these things flex like mad. I was hoping to have to use the lockers but never did. Had a great time working with every one and a huge thanks goes out to everyone that helped with this event. It will take ma a few days to weed through all the emails while I was gone so please give me a couple of days to get back to some of you. Later...Clint

JJsTJ · **Posted:** Tue Aug 29, 2006 12:59 pm

THANKS CLINT!! For the opportunity to help out. What a great rip it was!

2006KJSPORT4x4 · **Posted:** Wed Aug 30, 2006 10:54 am

Hey Clint is the front of that JK disco'd cuz it looks like it has a lot more flex then some of the earlier posted pics of the JK's flex...just curious...thanks!!

JJsTJ · **Posted:** Wed Aug 30, 2006 11:06 am

Yes, That pic shows it disco'd. You can really see and feel the difference on the 4 dr when the front bar is disconnected.

white04kj · **Posted:** Wed Aug 30, 2006 3:39 pm

When did BFG change the tread pattern on the MT's? Did I miss something?

Maybe my eyes are just playing tricks on me....

desertkj · **Joined:** Mon Jan 30, 2006 8:24 pm **Posts:** 677

Those JKs are absolutely awesome. So theyre on sale now? I've still gotta while, but I definitely want that for my next vehicle. Now if they put the diesel in it, it will be the ultimate vehicle.

NU ARTY BOY · **Posted:** Thu Aug 31, 2006 2:23 am

They aren't in dealer showrooms yet, but one of my neighbors has driven a dark blue Rubicon unlimited home for the last week. It has manufacturer's plates on it. Sorry but I've been too busy to stop by and ask to check it out. I'll see if he will let me snap a few pics too.

InCommando · **Posted:** Sat Sep 02, 2006 12:42 am

Man, Wagoneer w/b is only 109"!

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