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The new jeepfan.com 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a daily driver along with a weekend trail rider. In the latest version of the jeepfan.com line we have chosen to maintain the daily driver-esqe and not put a big lift and big tires on.
The guys at Sands Jeep in Quakertown, PA called us the other day and said they received a 2012 Wrangler with an automatic and invited us for a test drive to see how the new 3.6L engine compares to the old 3.8L. The Jeep was a bare bones 4 door with an automatic, hard top, …
The new engine and transmission combinations seem to have brought about some changes in the Jeep that may affect installation of aftermarket accessories. We have put together a list of known changes and possible solutions.
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Below is a table outlining US and Canada Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited production numbers from 2007 to 2010. Calendar Year United States Canada Total 2007 119,243 9,834 129,077 2008 84,615 12,137 96,752 2009 82,044 2010 94,310 11,062 105,372 Sources: CheersandGears.com media.chrysler.com
After the installation of a lift on a Jeep an alignment will make sure the Jeep tracks correctly down the road and prevent premature tire wear. Unlike a typical car the Jeep Wrangler continues the long tradition of simplicity and relative un-adjustability in regard to suspension adjustment.
Mike is the founder of jeepfan.com. A lifelong “Jeepfan” playing around, modifying, building, and everything else with Jeeps for decades. Now on Jeep number 9 (some CJ’s, JK and YJ Wranglers, Cherokee, and Liberty and about 5 CJ’s for parts) the saga continues.
Part 2: Since the JK introduction in the 2007 model year many many different manufacturers have designed bumpers in all shapes and sizes. Some are classy, some bulky and ugly. Many have winch mounts, air tanks, and storage compartments.
Since the JK introduction in the 2007 model year many many different manufacturers have designed bumpers in all shapes and sizes. Some are classy, some bulky and ugly. Many have winch mounts, air tanks, and storage compartments.
Even a mild lift on a JK will cause the axles to shift off center. The may cause handling issued and/or tire rubbing. Many aftermarket companies make adjustable track bars for the JK that allow the axle to be re-centered but many are lacking in the rigidity of the factory bar.
