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Y2KSR5

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What I should have got when I got the '11. Experimented with a 2012 Grand Cherokee for the last year and a half. Way better than every other gen of GCs but still some issues. Not gonna turn this into another GC VS 4R debate. They are very different vehicles. Both have their perks. I will leave it at that. I just wanted something different that you don't see on the road much. So I had my sales girl find me a black TE about 200 miles away. Just a TE with Entune. Sure does need tires. Thinking Revo 2 or maybe BFG AT KOs again.








 
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What I should have got when I got the '11. Experimented with a 2012 Grand Cherokee for the last year and a half. Way better than every other gen of GCs but still some issues. Not gonna turn this into another GC VS 4R debate. They are very different vehicles. Both have their perks. I will leave it at that. I just wanted something different that you don't see on the road much. So I had my sales girl find me a black TE about 200 miles away. Just a TE with Entune. Sure does need tires. Thinking Revo 2 or maybe BFG AT KOs again.

This cracks me up for some reason
 
Why would you ever buy a Mazda??!!

@OP - Welcome back, now to get posting with some 'dirty' pictures!

Right after the Titan...

Did the same thing half America did when when gas prices skyrocketed...

paniced!!...sold the V8...got in touch with my inner gay self:flypig:...and had an awesome grocery getter...then finally woke up...:attention:
 
Another good looking TE, now put sliders or steps on it. Then lift or level.

(I know I should quit sending my steps photo, it's only a matter of time before I get flamed for it.)
 

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Glad you are back but did you forget this? And I quote:
"I also sold my 2011 4Runner but after 5 months! A couple 30 minute test drives were not enough for me to realize how much I would hate the steering, braking, handling and seat comfort. It was a total let down compared to the 3rd Gen and 4th Gen in fit and finish/handling. Big step down. I was so unhappy with it that I did the unthinkable and traded it off for another Jeep. Something I would have told anyone was idiotic!! I got a 2012 Laredo X Grand Cherokee. Its a much nicer place to spend time in. Compared to my 4Runner this has leather seats, leather arm rest, leather console, 6.5" nav, heated seats, keyless access, remote start, tow pkg, selec terrain (full time 4wd options), 10 speaker stereo, electrochromatic mirror, backup camera, power liftgate, Michelin tires, load leveling rear shocks....just way more for the money.

It handles better and the steering is the best Ive ever had in an SUV. After 1200 miles I like it wy more than the 5th Gen. I got $500 less than I paid for the 4Runner in August. I have ZERO doubt that the 4Runner will be a more reliable and tougher vehicle but for MY needs, the new Grand is everything I want. Please wish me luck that it will not fall apart! I wil consider another T4R if the put a better product out, which I am sure they will. Looking at the direction the new Camry went interior wise...I think the next 4Runner will be a little nicer. No flames intended at all."

Huh?
 
Glad you are back but did you forget this? And I quote:
"I also sold my 2011 4Runner but after 5 months! A couple 30 minute test drives were not enough for me to realize how much I would hate the steering, braking, handling and seat comfort. It was a total let down compared to the 3rd Gen and 4th Gen in fit and finish/handling. Big step down. I was so unhappy with it that I did the unthinkable and traded it off for another Jeep. Something I would have told anyone was idiotic!! I got a 2012 Laredo X Grand Cherokee. Its a much nicer place to spend time in. Compared to my 4Runner this has leather seats, leather arm rest, leather console, 6.5" nav, heated seats, keyless access, remote start, tow pkg, selec terrain (full time 4wd options), 10 speaker stereo, electrochromatic mirror, backup camera, power liftgate, Michelin tires, load leveling rear shocks....just way more for the money.

It handles better and the steering is the best Ive ever had in an SUV. After 1200 miles I like it wy more than the 5th Gen. I got $500 less than I paid for the 4Runner in August. I have ZERO doubt that the 4Runner will be a more reliable and tougher vehicle but for MY needs, the new Grand is everything I want. Please wish me luck that it will not fall apart! I wil consider another T4R if the put a better product out, which I am sure they will. Looking at the direction the new Camry went interior wise...I think the next 4Runner will be a little nicer. No flames intended at all."

Huh?

lol...


your memory is too damn good...
 
I will miss everything mentioned about the Jeep. Mainly the steering, leather, heated seats, power liftgate, remote start and quieter ride. I like having something that not everyone else has. The issues on Jeep were bad sunroof seal that whistled when it rained. Auto climate doors noisy when cold (worried about failure), high pitched whine at decel 44 mph, high pitched whine on accel around 72 mph, tiny rust spots in all door jambs and gas cap area, mis-aligned door from factory, headliner rattle when sunroof shade closed due to broken clip. There are better things about the Jeep and better things about the 4R. If the TE bores me it will at least bring high $ on a trade. After seeing the 2014 I knew I had to hurry and get one while the 2013s were still out there.
 
I will miss everything mentioned about the Jeep. Mainly the steering, leather, heated seats, power liftgate, remote start and quieter ride. I like having something that not everyone else has. The issues on Jeep were bad sunroof seal that whistled when it rained. Auto climate doors noisy when cold (worried about failure), high pitched whine at decel 44 mph, high pitched whine on accel around 72 mph, tiny rust spots in all door jambs and gas cap area, mis-aligned door from factory, headliner rattle when sunroof shade closed due to broken clip. There are better things about the Jeep and better things about the 4R. If the TE bores me it will at least bring high $ on a trade. After seeing the 2014 I knew I had to hurry and get one while the 2013s were still out there.
If those were the only issues that you had with the Jeep, then you must have gotten one of the "good" ones.
 
Glad you are back but did you forget this?

If it's one thing I've gleaned from most any enthusiast/hobbyist forum I've been on where there is alot of buying/selling/flipping:

It's the best thing ever until you sell it. :beer:
 
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Now that you've taken your lashings, welcome back.
 
Y2KSR5 said:
The issues on Jeep were bad sunroof seal that whistled when it rained. Auto climate doors noisy when cold (worried about failure), high pitched whine at decel 44 mph, high pitched whine on accel around 72 mph, tiny rust spots in all door jambs and gas cap area, mis-aligned door from factory, headliner rattle when sunroof shade closed due to broken clip.
...apart from that, Mrs. Lincoln, how did you like the play?
 
What I should have got when I got the '11. Experimented with a 2012 Grand Cherokee for the last year and a half. Way better than every other gen of GCs but still some issues. Not gonna turn this into another GC VS 4R debate. They are very different vehicles. Both have their perks. I will leave it at that. I just wanted something different that you don't see on the road much. So I had my sales girl find me a black TE about 200 miles away. Just a TE with Entune. Sure does need tires. Thinking Revo 2 or maybe BFG AT KOs again.










Sorry to resurrect this thread but what are those "clips" attached to the roof rack?
 
Sorry to resurrect this thread but what are those "clips" attached to the roof rack?



Those are tie down hooks. Just upside down but just loosen and twist right side up and run lines or straps for tie downs.


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