[Mudcat4151]

I currently have a 99 TJ with 20,000 actual miles. I was just about to start the modding, but for some reason I kinda want a truck. Can't afford both! Would like to hear you guys opinions on what I should do. Im really confused and want both. Reality, can't do both. I drive a company car Mon-Fri, so whatever vehicle I have usually sits until the weekends. Please post your opinions and any pros and cons that you can think of. Thanks!

[RockWoRM]

I HAVE both... so I don't understand the question!!!







to really answer the Q, it would dedend on what your needs and priorities are?
if ya need a truck for hauling and stuff, just buy a beater... but again, is that what u want?


WRM

[JeepHunter89]

Are you going to be using it for off-roading at all? Because both a truck and Jeep have advantages over the other in that case.

Jeeps can make tighter turns and have a better breakover/departure angle than trucks. The advantage of trucks is that because of the longer wheelbase, it makes them more stable on the trail, but you'll have to make 3 point turns in spots where a Jeep could easily make.

A truck would be able to haul a lot of stuff, which is nice and it'd have better road manners than a Jeep would.

Oh, and are you looking for a full-size or compact truck?

[JRussum]

Buy a CJ8/Scrambler
Best of both worlds..............ive always wanted one......

[Mudcat4151]

I was thinking about a full size, four door, 4x4 truck. I guess I was thinking it will have more room for me and the family (Only 3 of us) and just be more of a practical vehicle. I don't really need a truck, but just kinda want one for the above reasons. I don't know, just really confused as to what I want. Like I said, can't do both. On the flip side, I was kinda thinking that if I keep the Jeep, then I could get a small trailer if I ever needed to haul something.

[CJATE]

Get the 4door tuck. if you miss the jeep, save up and pay cash for a CJ then add trailer as needed

I am very happy with this set up.

Truck sets in the when it’s nice / hunting / snow
Jeep set in HOT summer / road trips / you get the idea.

[Ubie]

Originally Posted by Mudcat4151

I don't know, just really confused as to what I want.

Then you should stand pat, for now at least. Unless making the change is for a discernible benefit there is no reason to make a change. This is true for all things. Sit down and figure out what you want, wait another 3 months at least (more like 6)and then revisit and see if your priorities have changed. If they haven't go with what they tell you. If they have, then wait another 3 or 6 months and come back to it. In the meantime, take the money you would be spending on the more expensive option and put it in a bank account. That way when you're ready to make a decision for certain you've got some capital to back it up.

[bman9089]

If you think you're going to be hauling stuff a lot, then get a truck. But 95% of the guys I know who drive around their Fords and Dodges don't ever carry more than a small toolbox.

And I always think: wtf?

They don't tow anything either, so it's a waste. Get the truck if you need it.

You might also look at a JK. Good amount of room for the kids in one of those.

And for what it's worth, if you really want to offroad in the truck, you better keep it somewhat small. I've seen small 4x4 trucks that do alright, but the bigger ones (like a Dodge 2500) wouldn't stand a chance IMO.

[Mudcat4151]

Thanks guys.

UBIE, your suggestion is kinda what I have already done. I've been thinking about this now for about six months. I started putting $$$$ in a savings account to save up for either a down payment on the truck or for modding $$$$ for the Jeep. I have $1400 right now and had planned on waiting another eight months to pull the trigger. So I figure when that time comes, I'll have approx. $3,000-$4,000. Man what I could do with that to the Jeep. The problem is, I can spend that real damn quick. Anyway, thanks for your opinions.

[Cause]

You CAN have both!

Ever hear of a MJ?

[cadencedad]

If you have to ask get rid of the jeep.True jeepers never get rid of there jeep less its for another.Sell it to a true jeeper.

[Sh4dowRac3r]

commanche?

[Cause]

Originally Posted by Sh4dowRac3r

commanche?

No.

Comanche!

[dl425]

Wait, and get the half-ton diesel they are supposedly coming out with in 09' or 10'

[Mudcat4151]

After thinking about it alot for the last 24 hrs and no sleep, I have decided to keep the Jeep. Can't wait until May 08, that's when my modding begins. Just have to save some more $$$.

Mods right out the box: 3.5" Rubicon Express or 4" Full Traction, 33" mud terrains (nor sure on brand yet) and the argent AEV wheels.

I don't know if I can wait that long, but I want to wait and do all these at once. Anyway, thanks for the opinions and when my modding starts, I'll be sure to post some pics.