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The Necessary Evil
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MK Skid Plate fasteners for sale posts 68 & 69
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'06 WK Grand Cherokee Limited Quadra-Drive II, 5.7
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03-25-2008, 03:55 PM
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Truck, Truck, Truck
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So are you guys saying you might be interested in a truck? 
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03-25-2008, 03:55 PM
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Location: Minnesota
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18 wheel big rig.
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03-25-2008, 03:56 PM
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Thinking about it, how about one of those GM engines that shut down two of the cylinders on the highway for better gas mileage...or a flex fuel?
Oh, and a manumatic. Because I love stick, but I can't do it in city.
All in a XJ package...
I'd also love to see a lightweight, 4-banger/hybrid Willys design. Small, topless (or optional), and reminiscent of the old army jeeps...the original!
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03-25-2008, 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by JeepEngineers
Not a bad idea - of course it's predicated on running top-up, doors on! 
Seriously though, WJ and WK had Mopar options for the "Micron Air" filter system, and of course we're always gauging interest in offering these features on other vehicles. |
Not entirely true, I run my Jeep with the top/doors off and the HVAC system off when on the trail, later, when I turn it on (say crank the heat with the top/doors off at night) it blast dirt out all over the place getting into your eyes and whatnot if the tops off.
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03-25-2008, 03:56 PM
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Is power or economy more important in a diesel ?
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Why does it have to be one or the other? I'm sure there's a good compromise in there. If not, have one or the other as an option, power for those who are more heavy on offroading, and might ahave another vehicle for a daily driver, and economy for those that aren't so much or use theirs as a daily driver.
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03-25-2008, 03:56 PM
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As far a price goes a down sized pickup with solid axles, 6 speed manual, 20K for a stripper model would be reasonable.
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03-25-2008, 03:56 PM
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The Necessary Evil
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An MK Hybrid.
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MK Skid Plate fasteners for sale posts 68 & 69
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'06 WK Grand Cherokee Limited Quadra-Drive II, 5.7
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03-25-2008, 03:56 PM
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[QUOTE=VnutZ;4997861]A diesel engine that can be purchased separately for drop-in to the TJ series. This would be an instant sales success.
And - how much would you pay for said kit ?
This will not be a cheap option ! 
But with almost a million TJs on the road .. Hmmmmm
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03-25-2008, 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Gramps
A Compass Rallye SRT.
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thats what i'm saying. a Turbocharged 4-cyl AWD version. give it 250hp and let it race against the WRX's and Evo-8's on the rally circuit. Jeep could drum up some nice oversees market there, and younger speed demon market in the US.
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03-25-2008, 03:58 PM
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A Compass WRX killer would be sweet
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03-25-2008, 03:59 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Speed911
Why does it have to be one or the other? I'm sure there's a good compromise in there. If not, have one or the other as an option, power for those who are more heavy on offroading, and might ahave another vehicle for a daily driver, and economy for those that aren't so much or use theirs as a daily driver.
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Well - I, and many others, drive our Jeeps every day - and wheel them when the chance arises. Its a dual purpose vehicle to most customers.
Of course, we recognize some are dedicated trail rigs. [ not that we would endorse that !  ]
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03-25-2008, 03:59 PM
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The Necessary Evil
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For the MK's - an Off-Road package (skid plates, etc) without the CVT2L Crawler. And a factory lift kit.
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MK Skid Plate fasteners for sale posts 68 & 69
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'06 WK Grand Cherokee Limited Quadra-Drive II, 5.7
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03-25-2008, 03:59 PM
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Eat, Sleep, Jeep
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Not a "future projects" comment.
But with all the posts on a pickup.. Any thoughts on actually building the Gladiator?
BTW... Square headlights and leafs would be the only way the market would go for it.. 
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03-25-2008, 04:00 PM
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How about MOPAR replacement bodies for CJ's. It would be great to get something made in the USA and have it actually fit.
I would also go for a $2000 premium to get a diesel Grand Cherokee.
And do the JT. For the good of all mankind. 
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