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CSUVIPER's Wifes 2018 Wrangler JL Rubicon

Discussion in 'Wrangler JL Builds (2018+)' started by csuviper, Jul 3, 2018.

  1. Jul 3, 2018 at 8:08 AM
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    csuviper

    csuviper [OP] Tundra Guy Moderator

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    Wife purchased a new 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited Rubicon June 30, 2018. Jeep was purchase new with only 19 miles on the OD.

    List of specifics it came with:

    • Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat Exterior Paint
    • 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine with ESS
    • 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
    • Advanced Multistage Front Air Bags
    • Supplemental Front Seat Side Air Bags
    • ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera
    • 4:1 Rock-Trac HD Part Time 4WD System
    • Tru-Lok Front and Rear Axles
    • 4.10 Axle Gear Ratio
    • 3rd Generation Dana® 44 HD Wide Front Axle
    • 3rd Generation Dana® 44 HD Wide Rear Axle
    • Front Disconnecting Stabilizer Bar
    • Performance Suspension
    • Rock Rails
    • Fuel Tank Skid Plate Shield
    • Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
    • Transmission Skid Plate
    • Torx Tool Kit
    • Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc HD Brakes
    • Electronic Stability Control
    • Electronic Roll Mitigation
    • Trailer Sway Damping
    • Hill Start Assist
    • Remote Keyless Entry
    • Universal Garage Door Opener
    • 21.5-Gallon Fuel Tank
    • Uconnect® 4 with 7-Inch Display
    • Cluster 7.0-Inch TFT Color Display
    • Apple CarPlay® Capable
    • Google Android Auto™ Capable
    • SiriusXM® Sat Radio w/ 1-Yr Radio Subscription
    • 8-Speakers
    • Cold Weather Group
      • Heated Front Seats
      • Heated Steering Wheel
      • Remote-Start System (N/A w/Manual Transmission)
      • Engine Block Heater
    • Trailer Tow and HD Electrical Group
      • Auxiliary Switches
      • Class II Receiver Hitch
      • 7- and 4-Pin Wiring Harness
      • 240 Amp Alternator
      • 700 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
    • LED Lighting Group
      • LED Reflector Headlamps
      • Front LED Fog Lamps
      • LED Tail Lamps
      • LED Daytime Running Accent Lamps
    • Electronic Infotainment System Group
      • Uconnect® 4C NAV with 8.4-Inch Display
      • GPS Navigation
      • Alpine® Premium Audio System
      • Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror
      • Roadside Assistance and 9-1-1 Call
      • HD Radio®
      • 1-Year SiriusXM® Guardian Service
      • 5-Year SiriusXM® Traffic Service
      • 5-Year SiriusXM® Travel Link Service
      • SiriusXM® Traffic Plus
    • Steel Bumper Group
      • Steel Front Bumper
      • Steel Rear Bumper
    • 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
      • Hill Descent Control
      • Tip Start
    • Remote Proximity Keyless Entry
    • Black Freedome Top 3-Piece Hard Top
      • Delete Soft Top
      • Rear Window Wiper/Washer
      • Rear Window Defroster
      • Freedom Panel Storage Bag
    • 17-Inch x 7.5-Inch Black Wheels with Polished Lip
    • LT285/70R17C BSW Off-Road Tires
    • Full Size Spare Tire
    • Media Hub (USB, Aux)
    • Integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth®
    • 115V Auxiliary Power Outlet
    • Power Windows with Front One-Touch-Down Feature
    • Air Conditioning w/Auto Temp Control
    • Matching Spare Wheel
    • "Rubicon" Hood Decal
    • Power Heated Mirrors
    • Front Fog Lamps
    • Black Fuel Filler Door
    • Red Tow Hooks
    • Red "Trail Rated" Badge
    • Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
    • Premium Door Trim Panel
    • Leather-Wrapped Park Brake Handle
    • Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob
    Factory Added Items:
    1. Katzkin Leather seats
    2. Front window tint to match back
    List of current mods:
    1. Superchips Jeep Flashcal - 3571-JL - 7/17/18
    2. Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac 315/70R17 Tires - 7/17/18
    Future Mods:
    1. Hard Top Headliner

    Maintenance Record:
    18 miles: Received new from dealer

    5k miles - 12/14/18
    13,024 miles - 06/26/19
    23,187 miles - 04/13/20
    33,367 miles - 02/06/21
    43,947 miles - 02/21/22
     
  2. Jul 3, 2018 at 8:09 AM
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    csuviper

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  3. Jul 3, 2018 at 8:42 AM
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    aggrex

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    Welcome! Sharp looking JL
     
  4. Jul 4, 2018 at 5:12 PM
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    35s will fit but you might experience some clearance issues during off-roading plus without reprogramming the AT shift points could be affected.
     
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  5. Jul 4, 2018 at 6:30 PM
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    As aggrex stated. Going to have tranny shifting issues and lousey gas mileage. Pick up a Fashcal Superchip reprogrammer. And reprogram your onboard puter.
    https://www.quadratec.com/products/17609_5131.htm
    This is for a JK. Might wanna call them and see if it works with JLs too.

    Sweet Jeep Brian. Good luck to you and the wife with it.
     
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  6. Jul 5, 2018 at 12:17 PM
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    csuviper

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    Thanks for the link to the superchip.

    I know gas mileage will be hurt going to bigger tires. Have 35s on my Tundra. Added a hypertech speedo calibrator to correct for the size difference. Was going to research options for the jeep. My guess is it will be same as JK since its the same motor but i could be wrong.
     
  7. Jul 5, 2018 at 12:19 PM
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  8. Jul 5, 2018 at 1:44 PM
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    Superchips does have one for the 2018 JL that is different than the JK

    https://superchips.com/shop/jeep-flashcal-for-jl-wrangler
     
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  9. Jul 5, 2018 at 6:14 PM
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    And that's sittin on 35s. Ya just gotta play with it. And find your Jeeps sweet spot. Also helps not drive it like ya stole it. Lolll.
     
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  10. Jul 6, 2018 at 6:24 AM
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    Evo mfg front coil overs Evo mfg rear coil overs Jks drag link flip Je reel 1310 front & rear driveshafts 37" Nitto trail grapplers 17x9 atx slabs Evo mfg quarter pounder w/stinger Evo mfg rear fascia w/ d ring mounts
    What sort of sorcery is this...
     
  11. Jul 6, 2018 at 9:38 AM
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    Perhaps he mastered the art of drafting 18 wheelers and surviving.

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  12. Jul 6, 2018 at 6:24 PM
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    And I typically get 18 plus round town. 19 plus is highway at 65 - 70 mph.
     
  13. Jul 8, 2018 at 6:09 AM
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    Damn I'm only getting like 16 or so. I got the 3.8 tho.... that answers that lol
     
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  14. Jul 9, 2018 at 4:05 PM
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    csuviper

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    You have the superchip programmer then I assume
     
  15. Jul 9, 2018 at 4:06 PM
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    csuviper

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    so the jeep we picked out was supposed to be delivered to the dealership last week and get leather this week. Now it’s delayed and not at the dealership yet?????
     
  16. Jul 9, 2018 at 4:11 PM
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    Well I saw a shit load of jeeps on a train car today here in good ol shelby ohio. Maybe one of those was yours?? Lol
     
  17. Jul 9, 2018 at 4:46 PM
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    csuviper

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  18. Jul 9, 2018 at 4:48 PM
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    csuviper

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    It does say on the info page Toledo Ohio. Is that where the factory is?
     
  19. Jul 9, 2018 at 4:52 PM
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    boondoc89

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    Yea that's where they're made. Then they send them out on the rails to get to wherever they're goin.
     
  20. Jul 9, 2018 at 4:54 PM
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    Maybe your new rig was on that train. Where abouts you located??
     
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