JK Rear Cargo / Heated Seat Survey
10-11-2008, 02:23 AM
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I recently did the survey and although I have never folded down the JK windshield, and probably never will, I did state it as an essential design aspect. I also pushed for the interior being weather resistent, even though I don't leave mine outside uncovered. The rear power outlets would be nice. Heated seats- meh.
10-11-2008, 08:43 AM
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The problem with their survey is they didn’t allow for our comments. This forum should conduct an honest survey of what really is of the utmost importance to the owners on this forum and send it to Chrysler with all of our signatures. After all the squeaky wheel gets the most grease.
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10-11-2008, 07:24 PM
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A "Classic"
I'd like to take the survey as well. We have to keep the integrity and fine qualities of the Wrangler!
10-13-2008, 03:24 PM
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Wish I had got the survey, I bought a base model X so that it would be a basic Jeep, no crappy electrics. Tried putting the windshield down, what a joke they have already ruined the jeep. Will probably sell the JK and invest in a Defender. jeep needs to get back to basics. If you want comforts buy a Liberty but leave the wrangler alone!
10-21-2008, 09:36 PM
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Wish I had got the survey, I bought a base model X so that it would be a basic Jeep, no crappy electrics. Tried putting the windshield down, what a joke they have already ruined the jeep. Will probably sell the JK and invest in a Defender. jeep needs to get back to basics. If you want comforts buy a Liberty but leave the wrangler alone!
10-21-2008, 11:04 PM
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I think the insides on the 4x4 models need to be more rugged, scratch / tear resistant and removeable; same goes for the windshield, top, etc, period. "Trail Rated."
I think that if they want to make these new"improvements", i.e. heated seats, cargo space, etc, then Jeep should offer them on the 2x4 models and give them a side badge "Street rated."
Just my thoughts.
I think that if they want to make these new"improvements", i.e. heated seats, cargo space, etc, then Jeep should offer them on the 2x4 models and give them a side badge "Street rated."
Just my thoughts.
10-22-2008, 03:10 AM
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Wish I had got the survey, I bought a base model X so that it would be a basic Jeep, no crappy electrics. Tried putting the windshield down, what a joke they have already ruined the jeep. Will probably sell the JK and invest in a Defender. jeep needs to get back to basics. If you want comforts buy a Liberty but leave the wrangler alone!
Most of the electronic features are government mandated, if the Wrangler is to continue then it has to have them. At least it is still a solid front axle vehicle, and FWIW the drivetrain is stronger than any previous Wrangler. As for creature comforts, again to keep sales viable it is a necessity, you can still get a base X, and even delete the A/C if you want, by modern standards that is pretty basic. I don't know why the windshield is such a project to put down, probably has to do with safety standards for the cabin.
10-22-2008, 06:19 AM
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Most of the electronic features are government mandated, if the Wrangler is to continue then it has to have them. At least it is still a solid front axle vehicle, and FWIW the drivetrain is stronger than any previous Wrangler. As for creature comforts, again to keep sales viable it is a necessity, you can still get a base X, and even delete the A/C if you want, by modern standards that is pretty basic. I don't know why the windshield is such a project to put down, probably has to do with safety standards for the cabin.
The drivetrain is questionably stronger. It had to be since the JK is sooo wide and heavy. It's not like they kept the same dimensions and beefed it up. I've seen just as many problems with U joints, front axles breaking etc, at Tellico.
I disagree regarding the creature comforts. I would have bought a rugged edition that had all that stuff removed. I know many others would as well. It should be optional and not forced.