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    How much can Jeep Wranglers tow?

    I compared my 2013 JKU with 3.73 axles to a 2013 Grand Cherokee, both with the same motor and A/T: JKU 1.2 inches longer wheelbase GC 2.2 inches wider track JKU has a Dana 44 vs IRS on the CG JKU is 235 pounds lighter The payload of the JKU is 880 lbs, for the GC it is 1840 lbs The towing...
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    Upgrading my stock tires

    I have had KO2's and currently have Duratracs, when I get the next set I will go with Duratracs again. Rotating them really helps to keep them quiet.
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    What would be a reasonable maintenance schedule for my JK?

    I would half the interval for the transmission service. After doing research I found that people who get the longest life out of the W5A580 are those who change the ATF at about half of the recommended service interval. It is a robust transmission but is also sensitive to dirty ATF.
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    Requesting wisdom and recommendations on 2012 JK

    Sounds great! Do a thorough inspection. I have seen used cars with a Carfax showing no body repairs when they did have obvious collision repairs. Not all body shops report the damage. If all checks out become another happy Jeeper.
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    Requesting wisdom and recommendations on 2012 JK

    How many miles? If the cylinder head was taken care of there should be a record of it. If it was done at a Jeep dealer then there should be at least an electronic record. There was a replacement program for the left cylinder head and from what I read it was for up to 150,000 miles. Do your...
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    New Member from Tampa, Florida

    Uh, the part about auto lockers not locking up... Auto lockers are typically more reliable than selectable lockers. Auto lockers are normally in a locked state and auto unlock under certain conditions such as a 90 degree turn on the street. They won't unlock in low traction situations. The...
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    Daystar hood latch upgrade

    I have the Daystar ones on my 98 Wrangler and my sons 97 Wrangler. The ones on my 98 have been on there for years. On both vehicles the flutter is gone. The straps are made from urethane and require more effort to latch the hood. I would recommend them. I have a set waiting to be installed...
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    Towing with a 2013 JK

    I have a 2013 JKu Sahara Automatic with 3.73 gears and the towing package. It is rated to tow 3,500 lbs. I would like to tow a 3,443 lb R-Pod 192 travel trailer. I plan on towing with empty tanks and get our supplies and groceries near our destination. I know It will be at the published...