jeep wrangler : Disappointing, really. There's some of those that I'd like to seeimported into the United States -- Jeep needs some competition,they've been raising prices on the Wrangler and Cherokee (both ofwhich are quite inexpensive to make) because there's nobody elseselling capable offroad machines here (other than the 4wd truckmakers, but that's really a different market). For example, Dodgeimported the small Mitsubishi (is that the Pajero?) as the "DodgeRaider" for awhile, before Chrysler bought Jeep (at which point it wasdropped like a hot rock because it competed with Jeep). And the smallToyota Land Cruiser (as vs. the "Grand Cruiser" sold here now) wasdefinitely a good alternative to the Jeep Wrangler for off-road use. Not sold here now, sigh.Finally, regarding the Chevy S10 ZR2, stock it's no greatshakes. However, it is quite modifiable, and is relativelyinexpensive, and has 4 wheel disk brakes (the only small truck to havethat). The antiquated V6 engine is no great shakes, it's ratherinefficient and anemic compared to what's possible with modern enginetechnology, but is certainly adequate (my old S10 long-bed had the2.8L V6, much less power, and it was still quite adequate). You canbuild a pretty good off-road machine (though not as good for some usesas you can build out of a solid-axle vehicle like a Wrangler). For atruck, it's a good deal. Some of us, however, aren't interested inhaving a truck (we'd like a little more enclosed storage for when theweather is bad, thank you! And precise, non-numb, steering andhandling would be nice too). If I need a truck I'll buy one, butliving in the middle of a city, I have very little need for a truck.I lived on a farm for 4 years and had a truck during that time, and amintimately aquainted with their drawbacks (noise, ride, comfort,handling, numb steering, lack of enclosed storage, etc.).
jeep wrangler : I'm looking for information on safety of the 98 Wrnagler. I've heardnegative comments regarding rollover tendencies and lack of passengersafety associated with lack of hard top. Does anyone have informationor comments on this? Has there been any objective material writen onthe subject? I'm considering buying one and want to know the safetyconsiderations, if any. Any insight / advice is appreciated!!!The 97/98 Wrangler TJ actually does *very* well, safety-wise. Accordingto insurance industry actuarial tables, and this is a quote from theirwebsite... "Compared to most car models, (your) Jeep Wrangler is 11%better than average in accidents resulting in a bodily injury claim".In terms of how well the Jeep Wrangler holds up in a crash? Again,according to actuarial data provided by the insurance industry..."Compared to most car models, your Jeep Wrangler ranks 23% better thanaverage in accidents resulting in collision claims."A lot of the above has to do with Wrangler's heavy weight (typically3300 or 3400 lbs), it's heavy frame, and it's heavy steel body. It's astrong and safe vehicle, according to real data.How many other vehicles come with a factory roll bar? I think that coverssafety in a roll over.
jeep wrangler : As far as roll overs are considered, what you are seeing is media hype.Yes, an SUV is more likely to roll over because the center of gravity ofthe vehicle is higher than a sedan or a sports car. If you buy a Wranglerand try to drive it as if it were a TransAm, you are more likely to roll.Most roll overs are a result of driver inexperience with an SUV.--______________________________________ _________________________________Mike Korzeniowski | Phone: +1-812-378-8898President / Software Engineer | Fax: +1-812-378-0743Software Engineering & Technology, Inc.| email: Columbus, IN USA | ---------------------------------------- -------------------------------Exactly! this is true, but wranglers are not anywhere as easy to roll aspeople think. I dont know how many of you have heard of something called JEEP101? well me and a friend did it over the summer up in new york. to digressa little bit lemme just say that it was the bomb, i definitley recomend thatif you ever recieve an invite, you should go. so anyway, they let you takeyour choice of jeep around this obstical course they have designed. so youthrow the thing in 1st (all automatics :-(and they let you go play. the course consists of piles of logs, really reallysteep inclines, and whatnot, but my point is, that one of the obsticals is aberm, a rather steep berm at that. and they let you go as high as you want onthis thing and get the truck to lean as much as you can. well, lemme tellyou, i had that thing just about as far up there as you can go, my friend inthe passenger seat wasnt in his seat anymore, he was now laying against thedoor. the jeep didnt show the slightest hint of wanting to roll. i was veryimpressed.Mike Korzeniowski wrote:
jeep wrangler : --Craig S. GllenAIM: CGBrewDogICQ: CGBrewDog/4730295 <----new address!Would that be a chassis-mount roll bar or a body-mount roll-bar?The "factory roll bar" is actually described as a "show bar" and is NOTdesigned to survive a severe off-road roll. The good news is that stock 98wranglers ride low enough not to worry about for on-road driving.....--Bruce Lutz TLCA #6388Redding, CA (165 miles north of Sacramento)Mike Korzeniowski wrote in message It's actually described as a "sport bar", not a "show bar". It isdesigned as a protective rollbar but Chrysler's attorneys won't allow itto be described as a rollbar for potential liability reasons. Since noone at Chrysler is willing to place any of this in writing, arguing thispoint one way or the other is actually pretty useless.I cannot imagine that it is possible without hitting something first, I driveVERY hard, and have never come even close to lifting a wheel, it will alwaysslide first.On a safety front, I would far rather be in the Wangler than in a regularpassenger car, you have a much better survival chance, (unless you pick on a 38ton truck!)The new Wranglers are much safer than you would imagine... go to:This site will give you info on the safety of Jeeps. I ran a comparison onmy 97 Wrangler against my mother's 94 BMW 325i...guess which one's safer?That's right, the Jeep.-----------------Jason Leach
jeep wrangler : _________________________________-JEEP® WRANGLER ULTIMATE RESCUE: AN EMERGENCY VEHICLE FOR ANY LOCATIONLas Vegas, Nev. -- Jeep® vehicles have a history of being capable andtrusted companions in emergency situations. The Jeep Wrangler UltimateRescue image vehicle capitalizes on the original go-anywhere, do-anythingcapability of a Jeep and combines unique features for rescue operations inextreme locations. The Jeep Wrangler Ultimate Rescue is making its debut atthis year's SEMA/AI Show in Las Vegas, Nov. 4-7."The Jeep Wrangler Ultimate Rescue places function over form in a vehiclethat truly performs in emergency situations," said Martin R. Levine, GeneralManager - Chrysler/Plymouth/Jeep. "It combines the unsurpassed off-roadcapability of a Jeep with technology designed to keep the lines ofcommunication open even in the most remote areas."The Wrangler Ultimate Rescue image vehicle is based on a 1997 productionJeep Wrangler Sport, and features prototype Mopar Performance Parts upgradesto a standard 4.0-liter I-6 engine with five-speed manual transmission.Shown for the first-time, the prototype Mopar Performance Parts PowerTechperformance parts increase horsepower and torque by 20 percent, producing206 horsepower and 247 ft.-lbs. of torque at 2800 rpm. The PowerTechPerformance parts include a higher performance camshaft, stainless steelexhaust headers, lower restriction exhaust and upgrades to the computercontrolled engine management system.The Wrangler Ultimate Rescue combines the legendary Jeep vehicle capability,Dana 44 rear axle with Trac-Lok limited slip differential, custom developedGoodyear "Rock Climber" 31" tires and Centerline "Convo" 15" x 10" wheels.To keep the vehicle moving in any situation, Wrangler Ultimate Rescue hasbuilt-in front and rear winch receiver mounts equipped with two removableRamsey 8000# Pro Plus winches.Tubular bumpers give the Wrangler Ultimate Rescue a rugged look, yet theyprovide a unique function of storing 150 psi reserve air supply tanks toinflate tires anywhere in an instant. The tubular theme is consistentthroughout the vehicle with tubular exterior cage, doors, tailgate andequipment rack. The tubular seats are also designed to keep the driver andpassenger safe with its five-point safety harnesses and built-in suspensionsystem.To stay in control and in contact with civilization, Wrangler UltimateRescue is equipped with the Mitsubishi ST111 satellite telephone system,Alpine Voice Guidance Navigation System with a 5.6" color monitor andAutolink®, which is an overhead console produced by Prince Corp. The systemincludes monitors for critical engine functions, altitude, compass,temperature readings and an inclinometer.Reminiscent of heavy-duty tools, Wrangler Ultimate Rescue is painted in abright yellow with matte gray accents."No vehicle illustrates the award-winning Jeep vehicle capability more thanWrangler, the heart and soul of the Jeep brand," said Levine.Wrangler is the "icon" of the brand, offering open-top fun with legendaryoff-road capability. Now the one-of-a-kind Wrangler Ultimate Rescue adds"rescue" to the list of product virtues.
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