Rubicon? Is it worth it?
JK Enthusiast
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From: Lexington, KY
they lied. i ordered mine in march with manual locks and windows.
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10k is a big jump in price. I love my Rubi not just for the Dana 44 and lockers but the 4 to 1 transfer case makes all the difference for crawling. If you are just doing light trail stuff no worries with the other models. If you are going to eventually build it up, that's when quite a few owners wish they started out with the Rubicon. It costs more to add features that the Rubicon already has rather than just purchase it from the start. But if I was planning to do an extreme build with Dana 60's, an Atlas T-Case and larger than 37's, I would start out with a Sport Model. Don't waste your money on the Rubi and swap all that stuff out. Hope that helps, it just my 2 cents..
JK Super Freak
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From: Riverside, Ca
I have a 2009 Sahara and there were options that I had to buy a Rubicon to get. Keep in mind on the 2013 Rubicon you can only get the 4.10 gears with a manual transmission. I am going to be selling my Sahara as I just ordered a Rubicon. The difference was about 3k between the Sahara I priced and the Rubicon I ordered.
I am happy I ordered the Rubicon. Hope this helps.
I am happy I ordered the Rubicon. Hope this helps.
JK Super Freak
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From: Grant Florida
Originally Posted by FlameRedJK
If you want something that is somewhat capable off the lot then sure go for the Rubi...The Rubicon is a great option for someone that wants to hit some moderate trails but doesnt really want to modify their rig.
I know people get all sensitive over this subject and defensive of their Rubi's but if you plan on building a serious off road rig then the Rub just isnt worth it...Everything that the Rubi comes with could be installed with high quality aftermarket parts for less than the difference of a Sport to a Rubicon.
Difference between Sport and Rubi is roughly 8-10k depending on options and what not.
Built Pro Rock 44 with ARB and your choice of gears - $5,500.00
Gear job for rear axle - $500.00
Rear ARB - $1,000.00
Sway Bar disconnects - $80-100.00 (Currie Antirock - $350.00)
Atlas Transfer Case - $3,300.00
Did I miss anything else the Rubicon comes with?
Just something to think about...You would be spending about the difference(not including labor) and all of these components are far superior to the prone to breakage Rubi components.
Next Jeep I buy as a pure DD will probably be a Rubi.
I know someone is going to flame me for this but, it is what it is
I know people get all sensitive over this subject and defensive of their Rubi's but if you plan on building a serious off road rig then the Rub just isnt worth it...Everything that the Rubi comes with could be installed with high quality aftermarket parts for less than the difference of a Sport to a Rubicon.
Difference between Sport and Rubi is roughly 8-10k depending on options and what not.
Built Pro Rock 44 with ARB and your choice of gears - $5,500.00
Gear job for rear axle - $500.00
Rear ARB - $1,000.00
Sway Bar disconnects - $80-100.00 (Currie Antirock - $350.00)
Atlas Transfer Case - $3,300.00
Did I miss anything else the Rubicon comes with?
Just something to think about...You would be spending about the difference(not including labor) and all of these components are far superior to the prone to breakage Rubi components.
Next Jeep I buy as a pure DD will probably be a Rubi.
I know someone is going to flame me for this but, it is what it is
JK Enthusiast
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From: Martinsville, VA
I wish I could have got one but to make realistic financial sense I couldn't. I know everyone says if you want to upgrade your rig start with sport and build it up that way but moss ain't cheap and the rubi had a bunch of neat toys all built in with a warranty so its your call bro. I also got to say I love my sport though 
JK Freak
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From: North East MD
For me it was. Lockers, super low crawl ratio, and front axle sold me.
I should say also, I dont plan on adding much more then lights and tires. If you're going for a "really" built jeep, you may want to start with a base model.
I should say also, I dont plan on adding much more then lights and tires. If you're going for a "really" built jeep, you may want to start with a base model.
Last edited by knight1000; Jun 7, 2012 at 06:43 AM.
JK Newbie
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From: Denver, CO
I bought a '12 rubi...my thoughts were were either finance a little more upfront and have the lockers, the axles which are perfectly capable of wheeling 37" tires (with slight mods to the front shafts ie chrome moly) or buy something that you need to dump a ton of CASH into...now I pay a little more per month for it but all my cash cab go into all the other stuff...lift, tires, wheels, bumpers etc...
JK Super Freak
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From: Orange County, NY
I bought a '12 rubi...my thoughts were were either finance a little more upfront and have the lockers, the axles which are perfectly capable of wheeling 37" tires (with slight mods to the front shafts ie chrome moly) or buy something that you need to dump a ton of CASH into...now I pay a little more per month for it but all my cash cab go into all the other stuff...lift, tires, wheels, bumpers etc...
JK Enthusiast
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From: Burbs of Chicago
^This...
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Seriously...no one can answer that question except for you.
If you are going to swap axles and run heavy 37's with beadlocks anyway.....get the Sport.
If you are going to run 35's on the D44's get the Rubi.
With that said.....you may be able to get some of your money back by selling the Rubi wheels and axles while you keep the transfer case.
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Seriously...no one can answer that question except for you.
If you are going to swap axles and run heavy 37's with beadlocks anyway.....get the Sport.
If you are going to run 35's on the D44's get the Rubi.
With that said.....you may be able to get some of your money back by selling the Rubi wheels and axles while you keep the transfer case.