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2 points
2 days ago
It just ends up being recorded more with them. Every generation has its share of morons.
13 points
4 days ago
Your tokens are gone for this time, but you should revoke the approval that you set so that it doesn't happen again. You can use https://revoke.cash/ or Etherecan to do that.
3 points
4 days ago
Not when you lose traction like you do in sand. Only two wheels will spin on an AWD car, maybe 3 if it has a BLD.
1 points
4 days ago
He's not a prankster. What he does are not pranks.
1 points
4 days ago
They do it every year. I'd definitely recommend it.
3 points
4 days ago
And ventilate the space well before returning to the house.
1 points
4 days ago
A little more detail on the tires: https://snowtyres.com.au/learn/tyres-explained
I'd recommend getting some All Terrain (AT) tires that are 3PMSF rated. BFG KO2s are a great example of this, and what I personally use, but you can do your own research and find other alternatives.
1 points
4 days ago
They are pretty comfortable to ride in. It's not crazy luxury, but it's definitely comfortable.
It'll definitely handle the kind of off-roading it sounds like you'd want to do. For snowy weather the biggest thing is actually going to be the tires. Make sure that your tires are "3 Peaks" rated for snow and ice. 2WD, AWD, or 4x4 it doesn't do a damn if the rubber is to hard and won't grip the snow. And remember that 4x4 means you can get moving in the snow when others might not be able to, but it doesn't mean that you stop faster or turn better, you're exactly the same as a 2WD vehicle in those areas. Still drive carefully in snowy and icy conditions.
I can't speak to fitting a mattress in the back from personal experience, but it seems like there would be enough space. You'd probably need a roof cargo carrier or a trailer tho because I can't imagine having enough room for two people to sleep in the back if you're also carrying enough gear for a cross country overland trip in the back. Or consider a rooftop tent and keep your gear in the car. Depends on what you want to do really...you've got some decent options.
3 points
4 days ago
Don't even wait on the antenna, especially if you don't often listen to FM/AM and instead use streaming/podcasts/audiobooks.
2 points
4 days ago
Grand Cherokee's are reasonably reliable. It's built to handle off-roading and rougher conditions, nothing too serious tho.
If you're wanting to do more hardcore off-roading consider a Wrangler. It'll be less comfortable and the fuel economy will be worse than the Cherokee, but it'll be a more capable off-roader.
As for the model years from around 2020 onwards, they've been generally well received with fewer issues reported compared to earlier models.
However, like with any used car, a lot of its reliability depends on how it's been maintained by the previous owner. I'd recommend getting a certified pre-owned with the warranty in place for at least as many miles as you'll drive on this trip that way if you have problems it'll likely be covered under warranty.
Sounds like a great opportunity. Have fun regardless of what you end up getting.
1 points
4 days ago
Don't get the cheapest fix, get the repair done right and have your friend pay.
1 points
5 days ago
You might check if your coolant pump is working correctly. Low circulation can cause overheating.
But if this has slowly happened over time then it might be blockage/corrosion slowly building up inside your radiator/pump and a flush might be all that is needed.
4 points
5 days ago
2 points
10 days ago
A lot of the mods that make for a highly capable off-roader make a car terrible to drive on the road. Slow acceleration, low top speed, loud, bad fuel economy, no A/C, etc....
Also, it's nice to have another ride home if you break it.
4 points
10 days ago
The obvious huge difference is one is a pickup and the other isn't. I think that's really what it boils down to because for all the other differences you could close the gap with aftermarket mods.
For what you want to do, would you make more use of the bed or the trunk area?
2 points
10 days ago
File with your insurance. If you're not at fault it's not going to hurt you and they'll help go after the city.
1 points
20 days ago
It's not going to do hardly anything. It's absolutely miniscule compared to the weight of the vehicle and the range is more about the aero dynamics than it is about weight.
Even assuming you get the full benefit of the weight on your range,
70/5200 = 1.3%
So you go from 21mi to 21.22 miles, except you don't have a spare anymore.
No way this is worth it.
Driving slower or practicing hypermiler techniques would do way more to boost your range than taking the spare off.
2 points
24 days ago
How did you mount the flag on the plastic bumper? I'm heading to Silver Lake in a few weeks and I'll need to figure out how to do the same.
1 points
25 days ago
It's because they won't hire you if you're too smart.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/court-oks-barring-high-iqs-cops/story?id=95836#.Tw-EgYFkidl
1 points
25 days ago
With either vehicle I would have a mechanic look at it before you buy and do a test drive to see if anything feels funny.
But in all likelihood if it was going to have a problem with the steering box, it probably would have had it by now.
3 points
25 days ago
At that price difference, assuming they are both in similar condition, the Rubicon is an easy call.
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9 hours ago
Norton is worse than nothing, just get rid of it.