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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 08:08 AM
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Anyone else find the turn radius to be kind of big in the unlimited? I've been surprised several times at barely being able to make a U-turn, or not being able to do one on side streets where I'm sure I could even in my big K5 Blazer. I do have 35" tires, but I don't think that should do anything. I didn't change the stops or anything.
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 08:12 AM
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Its not a two door that's for sure. Its not bad for a vehicle this size
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 08:12 AM
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yes, it sucks bad. thats the biggest complaint i had when i changed from a 2 door to a 4 door.
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 10:27 AM
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I honestly don't think its all that bad, it is better than any 4 door car I have ever driven.
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 11:03 AM
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I would agree with musicbug, my 4-door turns on a dime??????
Weird~
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 11:28 AM
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I don't find it too bad coming from an AWD wagon. I don't have to 3 pt turn to get into parking spots!
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 11:31 AM
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Mine turns good. Even better in loose stuff...just stand on it and watch the rear come around!
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 11:52 AM
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I'm quite happy with the turn radius on my JKU, especially compared to the dodge ram I traded in for my JKU...
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 11:56 AM
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If you are running 35's on aftermarket rims with different offset, you have effectively reduced (edit: increased!!) your turn radius by moving your wheels outward.

Edit: same thing happens with spacers.

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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by PG-JKU
If you are running 35's on aftermarket rims with different offset, you have effectively reduced your turn radius by moving your wheels outward.

Edit: same thing happens with spacers.
You mean increased?
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