What One Month Of EcoDiesel Jeep Wrangler Ownership Has Taught Me

[@IdealMediaChannel]

*OK... We just dropped a 🔥 JEEP TEE! **ideal.media/product/jeep-t-shirt/* So, what mods would you like to see us do next to our JeeeeeeP?!?

[@bhutsering6245]

Which car will you buy if someone give you an unlimited budget to you and your girlfriend? Only two cars to buy but the budget is unlimited....😊😊😊😊

[@oscarreynoso6914]

@@bhutsering6245 I would buy a K5 blazer and an old school jeep wrangler

[@wesleyhorton4330]

Replace the Fiat diesel with a Mercedes Benz diesel. Replace front and rear Dana 44’s with Currie Rockjock full width 60’s, complete with Eaton e lockers and 4.56 gear set. Replace the ZF slushbox with a tremec tr4050 and an atlas II transfercase. Full Clayton off-road triangulated 4 link rear and 3 link front. King triple rate bypass reservoir coil overs, and anti rock sway bars. These are the mods that I believe you should do to your Jeep, or could have paid someone to do to a TJ for less than the ostentatious sticker price for the Jeep that you just bought. P.s. if all you are after is content then you should have definitely gotten a 392 motor, a lot more exciting than a sleepy Italian peanut oil furnace.

[@photoapeal]

@@bhutsering6245 Jeep Gladiator Rubricon is what I'm interested in Mostly for Wildlife photography since it has an open top 4x4 etc.

[@7sinscustoms]

MetalCloak fenders, rock guards w Flip Steps, front/rear bumper w winch, cage kit, 60/60 swap, 4 wheel disc brake, 5.13 gears w ARB lockers, 38 Mickey Thompsons, on board air, the list goes on. Give a yell, willing to help, live in Redmond.

[@SKEE2112]

I have a 22 JL EcoDiesel........LOVE IT. I drove it from SW Florida to the Napa Valley in California via the northern route and averaged 27.9 - 29 mpg. Very comfortable ride the whole way. This is my first Jeep, been waiting a long time for one. Don't regret this at all. Now need to do some MODS! Thanks for the video.

[@georgestewart1042]

Let's build interest by having "mistake" as part of the title?

[@fredmertz3837]

Typical "special" millennials.

[@WackadoodleMalarkey]

Toasted buns

[@notyourtypicalwatchreview2563]

yup, not cool.

[@soulure]

Him: You didn't regret the engagement did you? Her: Nervous laughter... Me: Ohhhh the 8k mistake had nothing to do with the Jeep

[@map3384]

I got a bad feeling about this. Why didn’t she buy her own vehicle?

[@flash1034]

It’s always worth it when someone else buys it for you.

[@TheDaltonmichaels]

i got the 3.6 with the 6 speed and im getting 20 mpg on my daily commute. the last trip i took i was pulling a trailer and i also got about 20 mpg on that as well. cant wait to see what the empty highway mpg is. I am absolutely not a jeep person , i have always owned 1/2 and 3/4 ton trucks. but i bought the wife a jeep because she's always wanted one. i thought they were bad on gas and cramped. Well i've been driving it for a few weeks while i wait for my new custom ordered truck to show up and i'm pleasantly surprised with it. It does drive like a car and it gets better mpg than i ever thought it would. i'm glad i didn't pay extra for the diesel , there are reported issues if your commute is to short and you don't get them out on the highway to clear them out, it needs to be ran at operating temp for long periods of time occasionally to clear out the emissions equipment. On top of that the new required emissions equipment costs an arm and a leg when it inevitably fails. and it will fail. and all the money you think you saved in fuel just went to extra maintenance , repair , and shop costs. unless you drive commercially or commute insane distances for work diesels dont make sense anymore. My opinion on this subject would be 100% reversed if it wasn't for the federal government ruining diesel with all the required emissions BS. other than that i am a believer that diesels are inherently superior by fundamental design.

[@beefwantko7269]

obviously you havent owned the 3.6 for very long. they dont get 20 mpg. your talking about a 3.6 L V-6 that produces 215 HP at the wheel, pulling a 5500 pound monster.. and the moment you put bigger tires on it it will drop drastically, and you add a all the mods, you add another 1000 pounds, then your getting under 14 mpg more like 12. and its gutless, the fack of the matter is they should offer it with a 5.7L hemi, and it would get better MPG or at least the same.. but it would have 150 more ft pounds of torque, and you could actually pass people going up a hill, or toe a golf cart or a small box of rocks.. theres a reason that most small v-6s are now turbo or supercharged, in most cases you gain massive ammounts of power, and it increases your overall fuel economy. But I agree, the U.S's regulations on diesel vehicles is abhorrent and it makes auto manufactures want to stear clear from making some really fun small diesel trucks and suvs, which would be great. my thought on the matter is that our country is so massive, and the sheer ammount of diesel that is used just in transportation.. being diesel electric trains, or all the commercial rigs on the road, they dont want every day drivers having diesels the supply for it couldnt be met, but moving people over to EVs or any number of hybrids keeps diesel in the trucks and trains that bring us all our crap we order online because were to lazy to go out and get it ourselfs

[@TheDaltonmichaels]

@Bryce Witkowoski you dont have to belive me , but the Jeep I had with 33s leveling kit , steel bumpers front and rear was honestly getting 17-18mpg daily in town. But it was a very unique jeep. For one it was practically a base model. But it was also a manual and because it was a manual it was geared lower from the factory than the autos were. The thing was good. Since that original comment I sold it and bought my wife a limited 4runner. Manly for reliability. It gets slightly worse mpg than the jeep did which I blame on the all time 4wd and Auto trans. But it should be a superior vehicle to own long term with reliability as a factor.

[@smarterthanyou2674]

My 2021 gladiator is under the knife in preparation for 42s right now. Already my favorite vehicle I’ve ever owned and I’ve owned a ton

[@adamharris2674]

Unless it’s gonna be a mall crawler that frame will never survive. They’re bending on stock glads.

[@smarterthanyou2674]

@@adamharris2674 no they aren’t you’re crazy. Two have been bent towing trailers at high speed off road. Anyone with even a rudimentary understanding of physics understands that problem.

[@adamharris2674]

@@smarterthanyou2674 oh I am crazy that is true but I’m just saying I know you think that things just as strong as an F450 olbut you better have them put some bracing under there while it’s under the knife.

[@smarterthanyou2674]

@@adamharris2674 it’s not hauling or towing like 5/4T truck. Two gladiators with a couple bolt on reinforcement crossmembers aka belly skids completed the king of the hammers last year with no frame damage. The truck is getting one ton axles however but the frame as standard is designed for a 13000 GCWR

[@photoapeal]

42s wow! I was thinking 37s but really like the look of the 40s, with 22” rims, 4” lift. I have a 2021 Gladiator Rubicon. I’ve had mine only for a few days but I’m really enjoying it so far.

[@kookieless]

“Favorite place in the world Leavenworth” My first thought was the military prison, not a place I’d like to go to.

[@Justinsheib85]

Where is Leavenworth ? State

[@kayak77]

@@Justinsheib85 Leavenworth, WA is a little Bavarian themed mountain town. Very cool place.

[@photoapeal]

Lol 😂 👍🏻🍻

[@giorgitabatadze6646]

same lol 😆

[@nunezchamp]

@@Justinsheib85 the jail? Missouri i think

[@datsunracer9378]

Can you do a video where you talk about cars, but the entire time your recording yourself running?

[@stiownsu]

Eco is a great engine. It’s the Italian (VM Motori) version of the Cummins. I have a 2015 WK2 Eco with 82k boat trailer towing miles, no problems and get 23 mpg around town. Love the Eco so much just got a 21 JL Rubicon Eco for my wife. You won’t be disappointed.

[@zak9129]

Welcome to the family! I have a 2012 Sahara MOPAR lifted from the factory/Dealer on 35 inch tires, all black, cold kit, STILL Love it! I've always had jeeps but a few years back I bought a trailer and a RZR XP 1000 side by side, the Jeep yanked it around but a couple road trips in, while towing, and I was pondering about going the Pickup truck route. I just couldn't do it haha, I'm a Jeep dude for life so I got a Superchips flashpaq and intake/exhaust then took it down and got it geared to 4.56 and wow what a difference. Now I see these Diesel Jeeps and my wallet hides but I'm still happy with my 2012.

[@00ninja00]

I hunt and fish and plan to tow side by sides and small boat every now and then. That’s why I bought a JTR instead of a JLUR. I love it so far. And I bought the 3.6l pentastar because I know it’s been reliable in jeeps since 12’. Have mines now for year and been perfect.

[@dieseltalkwithtonysalas8725]

Careful with maintenance, diesel fuel quality can vary. We work on MD AND LIGHT duty diesel and fuel filter change every other change is recommended. Plus the engine oil takes a hit too so change no more than every 5k. You welcome to see my video on oil. Will make a technical video on that motori engine in your Jeep.

[@josephlim2567]

He forgot to put: "this was filmed on a closed course and driven by a professional"

[@jonathanragle9838]

I plan to keep my '21 Rubicon for a very long time. I got the V6/stick. Just less worries.

[@toneyo4794]

I have the Gladiator Rubicon ecodiesel rides better than the jk due to the added length and weight from the diesel motor. Boy can that motor pull. I live at 5,000 feet elevation and it does not lack in power at all.

[@dustyrhoades7833]

I have the ecodiesel.. havent figured out how to drive at highway speeds when off road and the exhaust filter needs a regeneration. If you delay the regen then the computer puts the jeep into limp mode and the next stop or tow will be to the dealer for servicing. You might want to invest in an OBDLink MX+ OBD2 scan tool to initiate a parked regen so you wont get stranded.

[@abeg9959]

Just wanted to know as a first time potential Jeep Buyer who wants to get into one. Would you recommend it for someone like me who occasionally travels to get a Turbo Diesel or a Regular V6 or the 4 cylinder engine. I'm not sure what engine but leaning more towards the V6 since I've heard it can develop problems down the road.

[@Moats_Life]

I love my 2020 JLU Rubicon. I ordered cloth seats not because I wanted to upgrade with better than factory leather, but because leather is extremely uncomfortable when your top is off in the middle of the summer. Part of the fun of having a jeep is taking the top off. Something to consider. If you still want to upgrade to leather seats consider suede for the middle section of the seat. Enjoy your jeep. I'll be checking out more of your videos.

[@veiledzorba]

Leather is the absolute WORST seating material made. Even vinyl beats it, but not by much. Cloth all the way!

[@shovelhead1046]

Hey from Canada and…Ok so thanks for this… it was the Ideal (see what I did there ;) review that I’ve been looking for and has probably pushed me over the edge to get the rubicon with the diesel. I’ve never owned one before and have been scouring the interwebs for info.. Congrats on the new Jeep !!

[@hitman6236]

As a former Jeep Wrangler owner - I loved the Jeep brand until I became an owner. These are probably the worst vehicles you can own - reliability wise. For 60K - I would recommend, trading it in, and driving out with a 4Runner TRD Pro.

[@sidneycoakley1524]

Trd 4Runner is just as expensive.

[@hitman6236]

@@sidneycoakley1524 yes that is true - but for pretty much 5-8K less, You get a 4Runner TRD Pro that out of the gate, is just as capable - Retains its value - and without a doubt, much more reliable. So for the price point, the 4Runner TRD Pro is a way better value.

[@sidneycoakley1524]

@@hitman6236 being in Canada prices must be really different. I have built or searched up every off road version of every truck/suv you can buy here. The 21 trd pro 4Runner is 62k with very few options. A 21 rubicon loaded with both roofs is 57k. I do love the look of the 4Runner though.

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

Not anymore: the JL platform launched in 2017 has fixed that.

[@hitman6236]

@@bloomfieldgriller2957 Fixed what? Reliability issues?

[@andymckane7271]

As the original owner of a 2012 JK Unlimited Rubicon and the former owner of various Rover and Land Rover products between 1964-1994, I can assure you that you made a great choice in buying your wife a Jeep. I got my wife a 2014 Grand Cherokee Overland diesel. She had various "issues" with the fuel particulate filter clogging. We lived in Utah at the time. Before moving to Hawaii in March 2019, we sold Deb's Jeep. We still have the Rubicon (3.6 liter gas, of course). Our next car, when we replace our Buick Enclave, will be another Jeep. As your wire said, "There is no alternative" to the Jeep. You'll both love the vehicle! Great choice. Thanks for this video!

[@ChillWargamingBrian]

Interesting comments about the engine. There are a lot of known issues around 80000 with the V6 gas engine. The Eco Diesel has been around a long time as well and I haven't heard about any significant and common problems. Its also good for double the miles. But since you stated you are not going to keep the Jeep long term I guess that's really the important fact.

[@benjaminturpin2749]

Wtf you talking about? There was THOUSANDS of ecodiesels that were spinning bearings. I seen one that spun ALL THE MAIN BEARINGS. Yeah you heard that right. Pure hot garbage.

[@kg0311]

@@benjaminturpin2749 Gen2 not Gen3

[@mikerobbins5049]

We had a 2010 JKUR. We made about 8 trips across the Country to Moab and back. We now have a 2018 JLUR We made 1 trip to Moab with it stock. We now are lifted and on 37’s and hoping to get back to Moab this fall....

[@mowcowbell]

With a $4K price difference over the 3.6L, and diesel prices $1 more per gallon, this pretty much removes the savings in fuel efficiency. Higher maintenance costs for the Diesel. Diesel clatter can get annoying in the 40-45mph range.

[@vintagewoodshop2978]

I picked up a JT a year ago and love it! Look at HotHead headliners, totally worth it!

[@papatacomoto]

So what was the 6k mistake?

[@semiauto3148]

Yeah. I guess it was the engine ?

[@papatacomoto]

@@semiauto3148 must be, didnt really explain it

[@xanderunderwoods3363]

The engagement

[@joshwagner8954]

The maintenance cost kept me away from the diesel. 300+ dollars for an oil change, DEF fluid, changing the fuel filter every other oil change... ect ect. A few mods to the 2.0l (CAI, Aftermarket exhaust, aftermarket intercooler, aftermarket blow off valve and a tune) and it runs amazing.

[@andresmit5655]

The oil changes are that price because it does not have to be done as often. 10,000 miles or 12 months whichever comes first...

[@jimdieselsgarage]

As a fellow JLURD owner with adaptive cruise control and every other ridiculous option... its the goat. No questions asked. I've owned several TJ's and YJ's, and a JT, none of which did I want to drive further then the closest wheeling spot. Every time I get in my JL I love it more. Oh... I also own a 19' raptor. I like the JL more. Have you driven that dog of a V6? I have, with a stick. it completely ruins the driving experience. The diesel is the only choice.

[@ruggedindsoup2135]

I didn’t see any “mistakes” mentioned. Stop with the click bait/false thumbnail previews. BTW, it’s Pentastar, not Pentstar.

[@concernedpatriot.2221]

Make another video when you have 30K miles on that Jeep on how many times it’s been to the dealer for warranty repair and how many times Jeep failed or refused to fix it.

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

You are stuck in the past. Educate yourself on facts.

[@concernedpatriot.2221]

@@bloomfieldgriller2957 😂😂😂😂😂 if you have a Jeep, ram or Chrysler. You’ll now remember this conversation every time you’re at the dealer trying to get something fixed and fighting with them because they won’t fix it. 😂😂😂

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

@@concernedpatriot.2221 this is my third Jeep since 2014. I have been very happy with all three vehicles.

[@concernedpatriot.2221]

@@bloomfieldgriller2957 thank God. 🙏🏻.

[@Shawn-ky2tw]

This post is complete BS

[@johnkraft5640]

I own diesel wrangler rubicon as well. Love the torque

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

Same here. Love mine, too.

[@naamangeist7843]

So, what's with the "$6,000 Mistake" caption on your video thumbnail when you had nothing bad to say about it in the video?

[@pattyhertogh9294]

Thanks for sharing!! My husband and I are in the process of buying a Rubicon and we are trying to decide on the engine. This was very helpful!!

[@mikeysais1980]

Just want to add that if you do a Banks tune, you’ll be up to 500ft-torque + and shouldn’t void your warranty.

[@CaptainRudy4021]

I'd get the gas V6 with the auto simply cuz it's the only configuration that allows you to get the selec-trac transfer case

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

I am pretty sure I have the selec-trac transfer case on my Wrangler Rubicon EcoDiesel.

[@CaptainRudy4021]

@@bloomfieldgriller2957 nope. The selec-trac isn't available with the diesel. I've tried.

[@CaptainRudy4021]

@@bloomfieldgriller2957 you most likely have the Rubicon transfer case

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

@@CaptainRudy4021 yes, that may be, you know better than I.

[@koolkeith8908]

Mr. Simp went to town on this one. That's a nice jeep

[@greenshield1]

Said "give it the beans". 🤦‍♂️

[@greenshield1]

Bought it, not "allowed" to drive. Lol

[@DieselJLUx2]

This is a base model rubicon with 2 optional added.

[@rickym.3416]

The $6,000 mistake?

[@AkashKumar-rl1jc]

0:15 Who else though we were going to get a nasty cold start?

[@Jaketm23]

Imagine being able to go build a brand new vehicle on a site, checking every box, and then not even knowing the price before ordering it for someone else

[@magnus5356]

Aah, it's only $60+k. Or more realistic for most less rich people, $1000+ per month..! 😵

[@Jaketm23]

@@OverlandOrange that is true lol, I'm thankful that it was for her

[@Polack-ml9fh]

Leavenworth! Stayed the night there in the fall of 2005 when going home to Michigan on US2. Thanks for the memory and I noticed the hat, GO TIGERS.

[@kadenw968]

2:33 “Quirks and Features” Doug DeMuro: I’m listening...

[@omaralkayal7598]

THISSSS is Ideal Media and am going to tell you all of its quirks and features Basically it’s a middle class guy buying super cars

[@themajortom69]

Doug Demuro is not listening because he is not a simp!

[@fjb4932]

Tip: Add diesel fuel additives at fill-ups. I use a "cocktail" of: 2-cyl synthetic engine oil, Marvel Mystery Oil, Seafoam, Diesel Klean, Hot Shot's EveryDay Treatment, Deep Creek Diesel Additive, Howes Diesel Treat, Lucas Injector Cleaner, as well as a few more. Mix them up in a clean plastic milk jug ...

[@kg0311]

Wtf lol

[@pastperformance2285]

Gotta say, my TJ was always fun! Another one in my near future. Can’t wait. Treat it like a Christmas tree- decorate it with upgrades.

[@IdealMediaChannel]

Hahaha well said!!

[@cardenasrc51]

The JL is the best, 8 speed automatic always keeps you in the power zone.

[@ScottChristiezone]

Regen.limp mode. You won't escape it. Stay up on the maintenance and definitely only use Mopar Def. They will stop making this engine soon, so for that reason it could be a keeper on resale. Crash tests not good. But I'd buy one again

[@hamilton04201]

I love the honesty at the end

[@IdealMediaChannel]

yeah this thing is gonna be a beast!

[@JP-nisu_2]

*I would like to see Jeep Wrangler - start offering a manual transmission with each of the engine options, not just the V6.

[@sherri082772]

Ok I'll subscribe, I'm getting a 21, 2 door Rubicon, manual. Yours is a very beautiful Rubby!!

[@christopherstimpson6540]

After looking at the prices, I'll just repaint my Wagoneer and put some "Rubicon" stickers on it.

[@Imaginal66]

Rad Jeep in Leavenworth! Snow! Awww yeah!!! Miss you guys!!!

[@IdealMediaChannel]

Miss you toooo!!

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Jeep Wrangler: I am one of the best cars for offroading. Ford Bronco: Hold meh beer.

[@profuse007]

Bronco is a cross-over w/ engine sittin' sidewayz! Like the Explorer (2010 transition), they'll have to go w/ RWD architecture to be relevant as a "Bronco"

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@@profuse007 They are both SUV's because the wheel base and height are very similar so they are both classified as off road ready SUV.

[@carghai9235]

Bronco is a lifted focus(same platform)

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@@carghai9235 Its big Brain time.

[@LiqdPT]

@@carghai9235 Are you talking about the Bronco or the Bronco Sport? Because those are VERY different. The Bronco Sport is effectively a restyled Escape. The Bronco is body-on-frame

[@d.bray1]

He says if it was just a personal vehicle he'd go with the regular gas V6. The ecodiesel weighs more. Enough to be a commercial vehicle for their business and a write-off. Your welcome.

[@deanf5524]

Trade it in on a 392. Then lift the 392 2 in Mopar and add 37's and front and rear DANA 60's 37's AEV Borah w/ BFG replace drive shaft upgrade brake disc and shoe. calibrate speedometer and you're good.

[@dewmontjerkins9886]

The ecodiesel is a European engine originally designed by GM... it's a maintenance nightmare and has a timing belt that needs replacement.

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

You mentioned you would do a road trip with this Jeep. We drove from Michigan to Vermont and back around New Year, and we loved the way it drives. We had a lot of snow during teh trip and was perfect. And sufficiently comfortable.

[@sjsrobotics]

Love the Jeep ! Looks good with the lift, but I would suggest getting rid of the Eco diesel before the warranty expires. Just unloaded my 2018 1500 RAM Eco diesel with 60K after having multiple DEF, EGR and performance issues. I had to pay $4.5k out of pocket to replace DEF injector and particulate filter. Dealer blamed the problem on aftermarket DEF fluid. Spend the extra $3 on the MOPAR DEF fluid so you don't get burned like I did .

[@mikesievers1482]

After market DEF fluid ? ..I hope you didn't believe the dealer when they told you that. Basically all DEF fluid is after market. Mopar doesn't make their own DEF fluid, iits made by the same company that make's at least 60% of what's on the market, and is manufactured under stricked American guidelines. Three of the four brands we sell are made by the same company.. just with different branding. Basically DEF is just urea and water, so not too much to go wrong there. Sounds to me like that dealer needs his ass kicked !

[@kg0311]

Gen2 had issues, not as common in Gen3

[@BenKlassen1]

I wouldn't touch anything with a diesel these days. Thanks EPA.

[@fj60driver]

The best thing you can do is avoid buying the "Jeep" on the steering wheel.

[@MacGyver-1]

Thank the Democrats

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

First of all, this type of Diesel engine has 30% less CO2 emissions than a comparable gasoline engine; second of all: the Diesel fuel in the U.S. has had an ultra-low Sulphur content since 1993; and thirdly the Nitrogen is captured by a regeneration unit attached to the engine; fourth: Diesel engines, when driven and maintained properly, outlast gasoline engines by hundreds of thousands of miles; fifth: the enormous torque, available at low RPMs makes for a much better take off than a gasoline engine. The 3.0 L Wrangler EcoDiesel engine has the same torque as 6.0 L gasoline engine, and much more low-end torque.

[@BenKlassen1]

@@bloomfieldgriller2957 That's all fine and good but first of all you pay a huge premium up front for a diesel due to all of the costly emissions technology. Second of all, the maintenance costs for a diesel nowadays are astronomical (want to spend $5000 on a new dpf filter when it inevitably plugs up with soot?). Third of all, as your DPF filter progressively fills up with regen-proof soot your power and torque decrease proportionately. Third of all, the legendary longevity of diesels is a notion that predates the emissions technology: diesels are far less reliable and their longevity is greatly reduced. Have you noticed how the oil on a new diesel is coal black shortly after your oil change? The soot being diverted back into the engine by the EGR valve is acting like liquid sandpaper on your engine's valves, bearings, cylinder walls, etc. Fourth of all, having a common rail injection system, as soon as one of your injectors go, you will be out big bucks for a new set: these are precision parts that plug with the slightest impurities in the fuel getting by your fuel filter. Fifth of all, you will be spending more per gallon for your ultra low sulfur fuel, which lubricates less than non-ultra low sulfur fuel, again reducing engine longevity. You'll also be spending money on boxes of diesel exhaust fluid which will pollute the environment to produce and transport which will go to the landfill once emptied. Sixth of all, your diesel engine will get less mpg than it would have minus the emissions crap because the injectors will be constantly injecting extra fuel during the exhaust stroke to heat up the DPF filter to make large captured soot particles into more dangerous-to-your-health small soot particles. The heat generated during a regen will be enormous making your Jeep a rolling forest fire ignition device requiring all stainless steel exhaust piping that is expensive to replace if it takes an impact. The fumes during regen will be noxious and you'd better not have a window down or the top off. Diesel isn't what it used to be or could be minus the emissions crap.

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

@@BenKlassen1 I did not decide to buy the Diesel engine for financial reasons. I bought it for the low-end torque. I did not buy a $64,000 Jeep with a $29,000 base price to save money, but to buy it exactly as I want it to enjoy it for years to come. As to lifespan: the future will tell, but as a rule of thumb the lifespan of a Diesel engine is twice that of a gasoline engine.

[@mayhem0698]

So much for "Save The Manuals"

[@shawn_wrld]

😁

[@rozhandropolster4392]

I love that car oh and question:why were you running in the beginning?😂

[@robk9685]

Running to the car before the repo man gets to it.

[@BladeCaptain-RHN]

I love Leavenworth... So open hwy, what's your mpg like?

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

You mentioned you would choose a gasoline engine if you would keep it for a long time. I am planning on driving it many miles and therefore chose the Diesel: Diesel engines outlast gasoline engines by hundreds of thousands of miles. Take it from somebody who grew up in Europe and whose family and friends have driven many Mercedes Diesel powered vehicles from new to 250-300,000 miles. By that time everything has stopped working (airco, electric seat adjustment, odometer, etc.), except, are you ready for it?, THE ENGINE AND THE TRANSMISSION!!

[@lydiabehrick144]

My Jeep looks a lot like that one but mine is not a diesel. I got more to add to it yet. Nice ride.

[@dm4721]

every check box? or hardly any check boxes?

[@thomasgarrison3949]

congratulations on you engagement, we hope you have many years of marriage as my wife & I have. We are both retired & don't plan to do much rock crawling, except to get to some out of the way fishing sites. For our 30th wedding anniversary, we decided that pearls weren't useful, It is much easier to pull our fishing boat with a 4x4 than a string of pearls! So, we bought our first Jeep, a Sarge Green, 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport, 4 door, 2.0 turbo, the black, 18" stars for the front doors are finally in at the dealership, where they will have them put on, for us, next week. This Jeep will be driven in parades, up here in NE Indiana, with the American Legion & the Disabled American Veterans.

[@prestonjustis5547]

I have a 2015 Willys JK with the 3.6 and 6 speed manual. It’s been a fun trouble free vehicle and it hauls a$$!

[@sidneycoakley1524]

Axle seals will go soon

[@prestonjustis5547]

@@sidneycoakley1524 well damn those pesky axle seals lmao!

[@fireknight673]

Warning that 200+$ oil change will change you're mind the rest is fairly cheap but still. Any vehicle you take care of it well

[@austinmetzger8738]

Check out the Z automotive taser for the JL as a mod 😏. Fixes the engine start stop along with allowing you to make changes to the computer for wheel size and more

[@georgiafan6618]

The Rubicon 392 is going to be the most expensive yet. Ugh. Wonder if you guys considered the V6 which can be upgraded with aftermarket supercharger. It gives you V8 like torque. The 6k lb weight you refer to must be Gross Vehicle Weight? I assumed the Jeep’s curb weight was like 4,200 lbs. Where is the extra 400 lbs coming from? This is a great Jeep and 24 mpg is unheard of.

[@Seashed]

You have had it for a month and still have the glovebox tag attached?

[@fishgutz4272]

I'm assuming that the sensors for ADCC are in the bumper. If that is true, that would eliminate putting on a proper off road bumper with winch and bar. For tires, particularly if you live in snow country, you can't go wrong with Interco's TRXUS MT. They are quieter than most AT's on the road, have great wet traction too. And the dog through snow extremely well. Far better than any AT.

[@DerekDunifer]

It's in front of the rearview mirror

[@timolheiser7874]

In Canada the diesel oil change is $450.00 according to Casey 250. So just wait till you have to pay for that. I pay $30 for my Gladiator Rubicon oil change. So that alone offsets the gas mileage loss.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

Not to mention diesel is more expensive, there is no savings

[@timolheiser7874]

I hope the gas mileage savings will offset the maintenance costs. But the vehicle is a big Lego. So many mods not enough paycheck.

[@joekidd7695]

Do you have any pics with all the mods?

[@colinwilmes8318]

I love Leavenworth WA! It is my favorite place to visit around Christmas.

[@gregroshon1970]

We have the Gladiator with the ecodiesel. 3 months now, and love everything about it!

[@coltonhawk4808]

Did you factory order it or just pick it up from a lot?

[@frh-freerangehuman]

Im not a 'Jeep Guy' but I definitely appreciate them, and in fact I just bought a Bronco Sport Badlands edition (my first ever 4 wheel capable vehicle (and it really is capable). But I find myself smiling all through your videos. You guys are going to have a ton of fun in your jeep, can't wait to see the journey :) Best of luck to you both.

[@joelbradley9543]

only regrets were not checking to see what was going on in town before going all the way there?

[@DieselJLUx2]

You didn’t even get paint matched top or fenders, leather, optional hard top headliners, towing group, steel bumper group, rock slider with step assist… just what I saw in the first 45 seconds. Fully loaded?… don’t think so. You got a base Rubicon with the eco diesel and advanced safety group. Sorry to bust your balls but come on man. You didn’t check off hardly any boxes. Also, the 8.4” display isn’t optional on the Rubicon. It’s standard.

[@kellingtonlink956]

What a magical first ‘major’ road trip for Tina. Congratulations, she still looks amazing and I can’t wait to see what the end result will reveal (after mods). My Jeeps were all stock (a YJ Sahara (4.3), a YJ Islander (4.0L H.O. ), a Cherokee Ltd and a Briarwood). But also ... only one (Ex’’s new Islander) of mine cost more than $3,500 (less than the Diesel upgrade). My Jeeps were more of a ‘well used’ 2nd/3rd vehicle. Not necessarily reliable, but F’n Fun as Heck! I agree with you; everyone should experience a Jeep ... at least once. Even if its just a rental. They certainly are unique. Thanks for the video.

[@1STGeneral]

Kinda looks like Jenner

[@newclothes8165]

This is the guy who said he paid 20k extra for factory jeep upgrades. LOL

[@DriveHub]

Shame they didn’t make it a Cummins 😪😪😪

[@chomin3025]

DriveHub yeah I wouldn’t trust jeep diesel engines so much

[@LiqdPT]

This is the same engine as is in the RAM and Jeep Grand Cherokee. FIAT owns VM Motori who makes the engine

[@chomin3025]

Matt Fraser what? The RAM has a cummins

[@mattchristiani1664]

....and with the gas engine you get to drive from gas station to gas station. We bought one in 2021 (our fifth Wrangler), I can very safely say the diesel is the best we have owned.

[@benjaminless3269]

Gas Mileage is a term for using unleaded gasoline. Diesel is not "gas" so we call it, "Fuel Mileage" not gas mileage. Nice rig. Drive torque, brag torque. Enjoyed your video.

[@jerrybizzle22]

Have a 2019 rubicon and you’ll love it. Leavenworth is an awesome place as well. Went there in 2018.

[@scardaoni1]

$400 oil changes and if you do a little research the Italian made diesel doesn’t have a very good reputation🤮🇨🇦3.6 L 👍

[@robertsepulveda2229]

Yeah... that’s a fiat diesel. Not known for their reliability. I’d prefer the old 4.0 inline 6

[@scardaoni1]

Robert Sepulveda In-line sixes do seem to be making a come back we can only hope😀🇨🇦

[@FRWD_FXLRST]

The 3.6L doesn't have a great reputation either.

[@rubenrivera6196]

What site did you buy the jeep

[@MrDanjacs]

That engine is going to be a maintenance nightmare when it gets a few miles on it, especially in the USA where I guess you don't have a lot of diesel specific machanics.

[@markhunley7957]

Remember when FIAT left America because it stood for Fix It Again Tony ! Do your research on FIAT quality

[@rickcarlson7722]

Feeble Italian Attempt at Transportation

[@-loki-7727]

The auto is by ZF so I would not be at all concerned (it's good enough for Alfa, Austin Martin and BMW).

[@LarryRichelli]

Hello, it sounds like you ordered your jeep. so how long did it take after you ordered it. Thanks

[@Jrbettis]

always wanted to fall out of a Jeep and muddin' in da snow!

[@maddrummerhef]

Eco diesel is definitely best MPG but both the 392 and 4xe have more torque. And the 4xe is almost instant at any time with the hybrid mode running

[@michaelfontaine9988]

The Eco- diesel peak torque is at 500 RPMs above idle. The peak low-end torque of the diesel is a lot better than the 392

[@howellsgym5563]

I had mopar lift on my jl rubicon and it was trouble. Crappy ride and front all over the road. I even had fox steering stabilizer. 500.00 up grade and didn’t help. Sold the Jeep

[@PerryCaulkins]

That fuel economy is pretty darn good. Any turbocharged FCA product scares me though. Like it’s super cool and sounds awesome and IMO it’s perfect for the wrangler, good torque all low end. However long term, who knows that’s the only reason I didn’t pull the trigger on one (and the price). Bought a frontier instead lol

[@joma13344]

Same.

[@babasan5411]

Any Italian designed engine scares me as well.

[@BrooklynNY1979]

@@babasan5411 you are right to worry about Italian made engines, but thankfully Jeepnis just Italian owned. It's production and design is all American from Ohio.

[@PewLand]

​@@BrooklynNY1979except that the 3.0 eco diesel is an Italian engine designed by vm motori in italy 😂

[@profuse007]

That loaded Rubicon is about $60K OTD ... WOWOWOW!!!!!

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

Mine was $64k. Very happy I spent it. Vehicle with the lowest depreciation relative to new value over five years in the U.S. market. That tells a lot of the story.

[@rdizzo1313]

I bought three for my Girlfriend last week…

[@Mrbreadman663]

0:50 that laugh🤣🤣🤣

[@Doransdomain]

I'm surprised you picked a jeep for a "ideal" vehicle. I get that it's diesel, but you could have explored other vehicles that have a diesel engine. Also question I noticed your engaged when you getting married, and having kids??

[@adamb360]

Leavenworths is such a cool little town. Haven't been there in years but use to stop in there when going to eastern washington when I was younger

[@dannycnoble]

Per this video and the how to save money on a jeep video. I reached out to Kent and we ate getting my jeep built. Manual transmission was a deal breaker so that limited my engine options. Kent has been so pleasant to deal with. Thanks for the great videos on the wrangler it definitely swayed my decision. I went with the Sarah Unlimited.

[@etthiccgaming]

What do you guys think about the 2.0L V4 engine it does have a turbo and it seems to really get up an go

[@bloomfieldgriller2957]

The 2.0 L gasoline engine drives very well. I test drive it several times. Great engine.

[@scottsymons6152]

I know where a 2020 is, brand new, that has I believe EVERY option. 66,500.00+-. They've had it for 6-8 months. Just can't pull the trigger. Great Jeep though. You got a great Jeep.