Incredible, That's actually the first time I have heard of that happening. I would go get a second opinion on that one cause that would just suck. lol

 

You guys have a recommendation for a older Jeep, year spread etc. I think it will be cheaper than a side by side and more fun.

 

Welcome and sounds like you were describing classic Jeep "death wobble". It's nearly always because of worn steering components. Namely the trackbar. And if that's worn, you might want to also take a good look at all the tierod ends.

 

By side by side do mean like a Gator?

 

If you're looking for an XJ.... I wouldn't go any newer than a 99. Otherwise you could get the dreaded cracked head issue. Other than that, just depends on what you plan on using it for.
But the I6 4.0 is one solid plant if you get one that's been maintained....along with the AW4 trans.

 

hey there bugout

 

You might get more opinions than you want with a question like that. LOL. Lot's of choices. As this is the Cherokee Forum most of us have Cherokees or Grand Cherokees.

The XJ Cherokees are the most popular and were made from 1984 to 2001. The XJs are priced decent but good ones hold their value very well. TONS of aftermarket parts for them. Either look for a lower-mileage XJ or plan on replacing components over time.

The Grand Cherokee ZJ, which is what I have, was made from 1993-1998. They are less popular than XJs and less plentiful, but still a great choice in my opinion. The biggest difference other than looks is that the XJ has leaf springs in the rear and the ZJ has coil springs in the rear. Decent aftermarket parts available for ZJs, thought not as much as XJs.

The Grand Cherokee WJ, made from 1999-2004 can actually be a bargain if you find the right seller as they are not (yet) as popular as the previous two. Some might argue with me on that that WJs are more preferable than ZJs. I think it is personal preference.

Honestly, all of it is personal preference and finding one that fits YOU and your budget.

And please, let's not start the side by side vs Jeep debate. I love both, can currently only afford one (a Jeep).

 

A lot has changed since the Gator came out. You can easily spend $30,000 to $40,000 or more on a modern side by side.

 

There's Rocket, Everything going good man? Did you guys get some snow up there at all?

 

I was curious if that's what he was talking about for sure. Oh I know... They are EXPENSIVE. I know one thing, I sure like windows, a heater and an A/C when I'm out tooling around in the sticks. lol

 

yeah... we got that nasty stuff... Snow is my S word man. lol.

 

I saw the moisture headed your way so I figured you did, we got some rain down here. It's about over I think, Last winter and this winter have actually been pretty mild for us out here in the southwest.

 

Take it easy with those wranglers man

 

 

Up on the Superstitions.