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Old 04-14-2010, 05:27 AM
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Originally Posted by moabjk072d
a few issue's but they were caused by modifications and Very heavy wheelin, if you do not plan on modifing it then I doubt you will have any serious problems.
exactly... the ones that post huge lists of problems will have a lot of mods evidenced by their siggys.. you mess with it, you deal with the problems that come with it. now mine is bone stock, so i can talk about actual oem problems.

i cant think of one.. sorry.

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Old 04-14-2010, 05:47 AM
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At a little over 23K on a 2009 X, I have a front axle seal leaking and the transfer case shift linkage broke. Otherwise, I am pretty well good to go.

Oh, and it is covered in yellow pollen, but I don't think that is Chrysler's fault. :-)
Old 04-14-2010, 06:21 AM
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My recent bitch about getting my soft top aside my 08 4 door sahara is the best vehicle I have ever driven. Even 6 months later I can't wait to drive it everyday.

I love my hard top....LOVE it. I am still getting used to my softtop, but the sunrider feature is very very cool.

I have had no problems other than a few chips in windshield. Try to get glass repair on your insurance policy as you probably will take a rock to the windshield.
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water leaks in the Freedom Top are inevitable
Old 04-14-2010, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by SOCAL-JK
water leaks in the Freedom Top are inevitable
I disagree, my 2009 has not had any leaks.
Old 04-14-2010, 09:29 AM
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Originally Posted by moabjk072d
I disagree, my 2009 has not had any leaks.
X2 - Periodically hit the seals with Silicone. My "08" just over two years old and still leak-free.
Old 04-14-2010, 09:45 AM
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Only problem that is annoying is the door rattle, but that can be fixed with tape easily.
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The gas tank overflow is the only thing that has pissed me off about my jeep. Other then that I love it.
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Originally Posted by mrlobaloba
The gas tank overflow is the only thing that has pissed me off about my jeep. Other then that I love it.
I have wondered about this problem, seems a few have it and dont know why. MY 2007 and my 2009 have had no issues with overflowing but for some reason some others have?
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The Wrangler has been made more civilized but still makes compromises for its off-road capability. The ride, handling, and powertrain are all improved, but the Wrangler falls short when driven on-road. Handling is compromised by vague steering and low cornering limits. The ride is steady but stiff. The 3.8-liter V6 lacks punch and delivers dismal fuel economy, just 15 mpg overall. Improvements include up-to-date safety features such as electronic stability control and more creature comforts. Off-road capability remains extremely impressive. IIHS side-crash-test results without the optional side air bags are unimpressive. Reliability has been well below average.

That said, I love my 2009 JK 2dr Rubicon. Just don't expect anything more than above.


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