Why I Traded My Beloved Jeep Rubicon 392

[@That_Paul_Guy]

I have a ‘22 PW myself and love it. I had a Gladiator Rubicon previously and the PW is so much more comfortable. I’m replacing the stock tires with 35s because that’s as big as I can go and still park it in my garage. I have had my fair share of vehicles and this is the first one in a long time that doesn’t have me looking for another truck. Congrats on the purchase!

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

I'm glad it's keeping you satisfied! The PW is such an awesome truck! You get so much vehicle for the money IMO. There's just not enough money for me to have (and keep) all the vehicles that I want. Lol! Thank you! Yeah, mine just sits in the driveway. Won't fit in the garage. LoL! The 392 still fit, but just by a hair.

[@gabrielfelixmunoz739]

what an upgrade. you did good. my dream truck. can't wait for more vids with the pw. just subbed

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Thank you! I do miss the 392 sometimes but the PW is such a beast! Thanks for the sub!

[@scorpio13617]

I have a 2011 Power Wagon and a 2022 Wrangler 392 AEVJL 370. I tow the 392 with the Power Wagon. Mine has the 5.7L (Eagle) Hemi along with factory 4.56 gears. I bought it new in July of 2011, and it’s been an incredible truck. It has a Four Wheel Camper in the bed, and overall it’s a better expedition rig than my 392. It only has 62,000 trouble free miles on it. Enjoy the PW, I’ll keep checking in on your adventures.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Thank you! Sounds incredible to own both! I think in the long run, you’re right, the power wagon will be a better expedition rig. My last outing to the hill country made me realize that I could have done the whole thing in a Power Wagon, much more comfortably. And maybe, just maybe, the family might have come with me too! 😂

[@mikemckenna8530]

Bummed that you won't have anymore Jeep content, but congrats on the PW.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Thank you! Hopefully that won’t be the last Jeep I ever own. But really I can’t imagine many that would be better than the Rubi392.

[@BIGDAWGSGARAGE]

Great video and I’m thinking about getting one myself. Let us know if you decide to go with a different wheel or spacers.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Thanks! Yeah I've been toying with the wheel situation right now as I have that minor rubbing. I was going to go with some Power Wagon "beadlock capable wheels" because of the added wheel protection with the beadlock "beauty" ring, and the valve stem protection. I originally read that they had better backspacing to prevent rubbing, but later read that it's the same as the factory wheel that's already on there. If money was no limit, I'd go with an AEV Salta or Katla. But I might just end up getting the spacers for now. The rubbing is very little, but no rubbing would be ideal as even a little bit of rubbing over time, can cause issues down the road.

[@carlosochoa2346]

Congratulations

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Thank you!

[@warmeds2009]

Surprised that you sold the JEEP but it was fun while you had it What a nice looking truck....an aftermarket exhaust or mid muffler delete would sound great on the big hemi...

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

I was so hesitant because I knew I'd regret it. At least for awhile. It was a nice ride and not just the Jeep itself. Lol! But everything I did with it. I still kick myself sometimes. But just have to move on and grow sometimes. And I would like to get some sound out of this hemi eventually. It's way too quiet! lol

[@warmeds2009]

@@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI you put out some great content with it. I have no plans on ever selling mine…I’m looking forward to seeing what you do with that truck. Get some exhaust sound to help with the jeep withdrawals..

[@edwinsmith8805]

It looks awesome!

[@youtubemademecreateanewcha6965]

After watching your videos of the Jeep, you really didn’t need a Jeep. You needed a pickup.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Yeah. Especially when taking the family. A part of me still wants to explore trails that are a bit tight for a Power Wagon. (Black Bear Pass comes to mind) But I will get more use from the truck overall. I can always rent a Jeep if I want to run trails like Black Bear or Moab.

[@toddhoffmaster6057]

I was pretty upset with you selling the 392, until I saw that it was for a Power Wagon. That is a very nice looking one. What kind of ham radio/antenna setup are you going with in the truck? The 37's look really nice - almost the way it should have come from the factory. Ouch, that fuel mileage looks pretty bad. I have a Tundra 5.7 and I thought it was bad.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

I was upset with myself! Lol! But ultimately there was a reason I went looking. I’ll be looking for antenna mounts for the Ram front fender to mount my Kenwood D710. And yeah hopefully three mpg goes up once I recalibrate. lol. But these aren’t known for getting great mpg.

[@PrestonGladd]

Super crazy, I just traded mine for a Ram 3500 dually. I moved up to Alaska and the 392 just isn’t really that useful up here. Quads, side by sides, and snow machines are way more useful. Although I am thinking about buying a Braptor….

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

@@PrestonGladd Dually! Nice! Yeah the Raptor is an avenue I’m afraid to explore. lol! I know I’ll love the room combined with decent off-roadworthiness. I just have such a long history with solid axle vehicles off road that if I go back to one, it’ll have to be something significant like a Braptor or a TRX. How’s life in Alaska?

[@shervingholian4814]

I can see the pain in your eyes. I don’t think I could replace my 392. And I am like you with multiple vehicles in my past.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

@@shervingholian4814 Yeah I’ll admit, this one HURT! I was ready to march back to that dealer to get her back! 😂 I’m like, why do I do this to myself. But it’s a phase and eventually move on.

[@tynormious]

Will you be attending the Hidden Falls Creepy Crawl in Oct 10th-13th?

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

@@tynormious Not totally sure yet. That sounds like a fun event though!

[@BlueLines50]

Bro gonna miss that blue 392 beast. it’s always nice to have confront for the family. It looks nice with the 37” tires can’t wait to see the upgrades for the Ram. Looking forward to your next Ram adventure Stay safe my friend ✌️

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

It was a tough decision. Lost lots of sleep. Lol! Ultimately, the wife and kids love it and I can still go on my kind of adventures with it. If I could have my way, I'd have both! Thank you! I look forward to the day we can hit the coast together!

[@GatorOverland]

A lot of good times in the JLUR392.. looking forward to the next chapter 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼 (sub note, i have a Dirtcom TrailSwing HD available if you want to kick that 37" spare out back and still have the ability to tow 10,000lbs.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Time and money well spent! 😂

[@GatorOverland]

@@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI L-I-V-I-N

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

My receiver is 2.5”. I wonder if it will work with a sleeve. I know you said it was made to work with a 2” reciever.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

But this totally peaked my interest when you published you video. For this very reason lol

[@GatorOverland]

@@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI well it’s absolutely an awesome piece of engineering. we’ve enjoyed all of our trips with it, but now that we have the trailer with kitchenette it’s a bit redundant for our uses and the money would better be used towards outfitting the trailer. But the carrier cool factor and functionality is 100%. Special price for you if you’re interested. 😉🤝

[@gabrielfelixmunoz739]

at the risk of sounding like a complete idiot, are you like 6'7 or 6'5 or are those not actually 37s?

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

I am 6’1”. And they are BFG 37s which are said to run “small”.

[@gabrielfelixmunoz739]

@@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI ahhh

[@SithLordDarthBane]

Long story short he was bored with what he had.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

😂 😂 😂

[@SithLordDarthBane]

@@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI we all been there 🤣🤣🤣

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

@@SithLordDarthBane When your family says they wouldn’t want to ride in your vehicle on a long road trip, that kind of hurts. 😂

[@SithLordDarthBane]

@@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI yup, had my Tacoma ‘21 all set up for overlanding…. Sold that and got a 4Runner…. Now they ride with me :). But still selling my mods to pay for my new mods 🥲

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Yeah. That’s cool that they ride with you now. I do like going solo a lot. But it is nice to have them along sometimes. 😂 Selling mods to pay for new mods…there right now. 😂

[@kents7260]

Having owned both a FS truck and an Wrangler, I couldn't care less about full size truck mods. They are NOT a substitutes one for another. I myself have (and have watched others) make the trip from JL to FS truck for similar reasons. Now, myself (and a lot of others) are looking for another Wrangler. But if a huge vehicle is your top priority, then I guess it makes sense. Good luck. Unsubscribed.

[@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! It was a tough decision that I lost lots of sleep over. One thing I did not emphasize enough in the video was the monetary aspect. The Power Wagon was a lot cheaper than the 392. Hopefully someday I can get back into one and you’ll check back for when that happens. Otherwise, it was nice having you while it lasted! 👍

[@kents7260]

@@MotoringAdventures_KE7SAI You bet! I did very much enjoy your Jeep videos, and would look forward to enjoying more of them if your road leads you back this way. Happy Journeys, sir!