SargeW
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After much thought and discussion I decided to sell the boat as we just were not using it. I used the funds to buy a 2001 Jeep Wrangler sport. We have really needed a vehicle to use as a second car while in Havasu, and I contemplated buying a Razor for a while. While the Razor would work for that as many in town use them for that purpose, a lot of research and shopping proved that it would not be as practical for us.
The lack of space inside, significant maintenance (my BIL bought a new one, and the maintenance is regular and pricey) and the fact that in the warmer weather it gets down right toasty driving it around. Diane also wasn't crazy about the noise, and we also wanted another desert vehicle to run trails and go exploring.
So the Jeep made sense for us. Since the purchase I have added a 4" suspension lift with dual rate springs, replaced the old fenders, seat belts, and a new dash radio. It is a 3 speed automatic and the factory A/C still works. It's a soft top with hard doors, and the previous owner just had $2600 in maintenance done. The 33" tires and wheels are new, as are the front and rear bumpers and a winch. The high lift jack also came with it.
We have been out a few times and it rides pretty well for a short wheel base Jeep, and the new springs made a big difference in the trail manners. Airing down is a must though. And I have to admit, driving it around town is a hoot. And best of all it cost me about 1/2 of what a used Razor was priced at. And If I ding it or get some desert pin stripes, it just adds to the coolness.
And I am less likely to beat up the Sahara, our daily driver. So we are a now a 2 Jeep family!
The lack of space inside, significant maintenance (my BIL bought a new one, and the maintenance is regular and pricey) and the fact that in the warmer weather it gets down right toasty driving it around. Diane also wasn't crazy about the noise, and we also wanted another desert vehicle to run trails and go exploring.
So the Jeep made sense for us. Since the purchase I have added a 4" suspension lift with dual rate springs, replaced the old fenders, seat belts, and a new dash radio. It is a 3 speed automatic and the factory A/C still works. It's a soft top with hard doors, and the previous owner just had $2600 in maintenance done. The 33" tires and wheels are new, as are the front and rear bumpers and a winch. The high lift jack also came with it.
We have been out a few times and it rides pretty well for a short wheel base Jeep, and the new springs made a big difference in the trail manners. Airing down is a must though. And I have to admit, driving it around town is a hoot. And best of all it cost me about 1/2 of what a used Razor was priced at. And If I ding it or get some desert pin stripes, it just adds to the coolness.
And I am less likely to beat up the Sahara, our daily driver. So we are a now a 2 Jeep family!