Can I tow a Camper with my JK?
12-08-2019, 09:50 AM
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12-08-2019, 10:04 AM
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Jeep has a Build Sheet that you can request for free. All you need is the VIN and they will sent you a copy of all the goodies that were installed during assembly. The Rubicon are the only ones with the 4:10 Dana 44 Differentials. Is possible to get any other trim with those differentials but highly unlikely.
Build Sheet Request.
https://www.jeep.com/webselfservice/...ull&category=U
On GMs the build codes are inside the Glove Box and are called RPO Codes. Jeeps does not have such codes.
Build Sheet Request.
https://www.jeep.com/webselfservice/...ull&category=U
On GMs the build codes are inside the Glove Box and are called RPO Codes. Jeeps does not have such codes.
12-08-2019, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena
IMO, not "crappy" if you use it as a daily driver and want MPG.
12-09-2019, 02:14 PM
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Well, let's consider your proposal.
Let's say it's my 3.6 which turns 2000 rpm at 65 or 70 mph. It's maximum of 285hp is achieved near its redline @ 6400ropm and the max. torque at 4800 rpm. At 2000 rpm it's loafing along for improved gas mileage. On the curves I've seen it's only producing about 79 hp at that engine speed. So "10%" is 7-8hp.
10% more horsepower & torque at highway speeds probably can't be felt at all. But improved mileage, even mild improvements is felt EVERY TIME you fill the tank. Anyway, I doubt I'll ever do much real off-road climbing in my Jeep but if I do the manual trans will allow me to cope just fine. Strokes/folks I suppose.
Let's say it's my 3.6 which turns 2000 rpm at 65 or 70 mph. It's maximum of 285hp is achieved near its redline @ 6400ropm and the max. torque at 4800 rpm. At 2000 rpm it's loafing along for improved gas mileage. On the curves I've seen it's only producing about 79 hp at that engine speed. So "10%" is 7-8hp.
10% more horsepower & torque at highway speeds probably can't be felt at all. But improved mileage, even mild improvements is felt EVERY TIME you fill the tank. Anyway, I doubt I'll ever do much real off-road climbing in my Jeep but if I do the manual trans will allow me to cope just fine. Strokes/folks I suppose.
12-09-2019, 02:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan in Pasadena
Well, let's consider your proposal.
Let's say it's my 3.6 which turns 2000 rpm at 65 or 70 mph. It's maximum of 285hp is achieved near its redline @ 6400ropm and the max. torque at 4800 rpm. At 2000 rpm it's loafing along for improved gas mileage. On the curves I've seen it's only producing about 79 hp at that engine speed. So "10%" is 7-8hp.
10% more horsepower & torque at highway speeds probably can't be felt at all. But improved mileage, even mild improvements is felt EVERY TIME you fill the tank. Anyway, I doubt I'll ever do much real off-road climbing in my Jeep but if I do the manual trans will allow me to cope just fine. Strokes/folks I suppose.
Let's say it's my 3.6 which turns 2000 rpm at 65 or 70 mph. It's maximum of 285hp is achieved near its redline @ 6400ropm and the max. torque at 4800 rpm. At 2000 rpm it's loafing along for improved gas mileage. On the curves I've seen it's only producing about 79 hp at that engine speed. So "10%" is 7-8hp.
10% more horsepower & torque at highway speeds probably can't be felt at all. But improved mileage, even mild improvements is felt EVERY TIME you fill the tank. Anyway, I doubt I'll ever do much real off-road climbing in my Jeep but if I do the manual trans will allow me to cope just fine. Strokes/folks I suppose.
I now tow with a Toyota Tundra 5.7L and i can drag the trailer around at 75mph and it doesn't even feel like I'm towing anything.
12-09-2019, 09:00 PM
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I can relate to the, "...it doesn't even fee like I'm towing anything..." comment. I have a 2014 GMC Duramax Denali 2500 crew cab 4x4. I'm considering selling it because I rarely use it and it's going down in value. BUT, it can tow nearly anything and I can't feel a thing, certainly not my boat .
06-11-2020, 06:49 AM
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The 2 door is not rated for 3500 pounds, only the 4 door is rated for that. The 2 door is only rated for 2000 pounds. Don't take my advice, but I'd be fine towing 3500 pounds locally with a 2-door if and only if the trailer had brakes and the Jeep had a brake controller. I've towed 5000 pounds with my 4-door. I took all safety precautions.
Old thread but the owner's manual says a 2-door w/ 3.73s can tow 3500 lbs. I had big concerns about my Willys towing a 1500lb Geo Pro RK12 so I checked with every source under the sun to make sure I was doing it safely. I added a electronic brake controller and anti-sway and it's been fine.
06-11-2020, 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by 08RescueGreen
Old thread but the owner's manual says a 2-door w/ 3.73s can tow 3500 lbs. I had big concerns about my Willys towing a 1500lb Geo Pro RK12 so I checked with every source under the sun to make sure I was doing it safely. I added a electronic brake controller and anti-sway and it's been fine.
