[mjg94]

Advice for a new owner!

Hi all, I just picked up a 2007 Wrangler X (soft top, manual) this weekend. As you can see from my profile page, I know NOTHING of Jeeps other than some Upstate NY off-roading decades ago. My technical know-how is also near zero, but man I love driving sticks. I live in SoCal and this will be a weekend fun car, with some mild off-roading and such.

Question for anyone who will answer: is there a good place I can check out online that might give me an "everything I need to know about Jeeps" before I pick this beauty up? Wikipedia is just history and stats, YouTube appears to be pretty technical (roof removal, etc) and the internet is just full of ads. Something along the lines of basic mechanics and/or maintenance, what to avoid doing with it (or should do with it), what to carry or have handy (besides the basics), problems with the model year, etc.

ANY help or advice for this newcomer is appreciated! I'm a big fan of 1) taking care of what I own, and 2) making the best of it. I don't want to miss anything in either category. Many thanks, and glad to be aboard.

 

[Neo1130]

Being a 2007, keep VERY close eyes on your oil level. Check at least every tank of gas as the factory service manual suggests...

 

[JTPhoto]

You have come to the right place here. A wealth of knowledge here for the seArching or asking.

Have fun with your new Jeep and as Neo has mentioned check all fluid levels on a regular basis as the vehicle is used and no one knows why the original owner truly sold it. Much better to find and issue before it becomes a huge expense.

 

[1222]

Moved from JK tech.
:cheers2:

 

[jhanna]

Check out the local jeep clubs.

 

[Lenny7]

I came to this thread to recommend a bottle jack.

 

[mjg94]

Thanks so much everyone, every bit of intel helps. I changed the heading from "new jack" to "new owner" as well, I'm sorry to have mislead you Lenny7!