20,000 sMiles Later: Jeep Rubicon 392 1-Year Review 

Very true! And if you compare it to something similar like the Mercedes G Wagen (solid axles, body on frame, fast v8) it also starts to not seem as far fetched what they charge for these. The 2024 V6 JLU Rubicons can be optioned up there pretty high and the MSRP on those is getting really close to (or above) what you can find some decent used 392s from 21-22. In the end, it’s all about what satisfies you for the money you are spending. Great perspective!

Sounds like you’ve found the right vehicle! Enjoy it!

Thank you! Very true! Not a lot of people use it like that but you sure can if you want to! With a 392 you've got options!

That’s so awesome! Just passing the torch! Someone once inspired me in the same way many years ago. With the install, just know that it never goes as smooth as the video makes it look. I tried my best to show the realities of it but there was a lot of things I just could not show nor had the time to. Not videoing it helps. lol! But best of luck and just follow the steps and you’ll be fine! Also helps to have a buddy, especially if it’s your first time doing a full lift.

@@TheNotSoOrdinaryCarGuy I got the AEV lift installed on my 4xE and I'm loving it. And I did it myself with your help! Installing the Geometry correction brackets definitely was easier with the Jeep on its wheels, although my arms are still sore from torquing those lower control arm bolts to 190 lb ft while I was on my back. That was torture. Thanks again for your channel!

I think I'll definitely look at getting the 8100s down the road. How do you like the steersmart setup?

@@TheNotSoOrdinaryCarGuy I'm now on 38s with Terraflex brakes. With all of the other weight that has been added to the Jeep, the Steersmart track bar and other parts made a huge difference in stiffening the steering. It was a great suggestion by a local Jeep shop. So glad I listened.

Thanks!

Thank you! 🤗

Yeah it seems to have a mind of it's own. Lol! So annoying but doesn't always do it so not really a big deal. I just happen to mention it as a "con" in my 6-month review.

I’m glad you’re enjoying your 392! And thank you!

Glad it could helps. Either one will give you a high quality kit with added benefits.

Yeah I think it’s a fairly common problem with the sensor assembly. I hear it’s not an issue with the Gladiators and Wranglers without the adaptive cruise control.

It’s made by Camco. It’s their medium sized fridge slide. And yeah, I think I saw an ad for the Smittybilt fridge that looks identical to my BougrRV fridge. I bet they are built in the same factory, just under different names. Just like so many other things are these days. 😂

camcooutdoors.com/portable-refrigerator-slide-medium-fits-cam-350-450-550/

I had to build my own version of a goose gear rear plate system in order to mount it properly. If you’re interested, I made a video about that: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jHzObCkDn7M.html

I’d say this is relative to what you are used to. I don’t find myself screaming. But it’s not as quiet as other modern vehicles either. It’s definitely a lot quieter than a TJ or JK with a soft top!

Just measured it. 78 inches from it's highest point at the rear (has a slight forward rake when unloaded).

Haha! “Horsepower!!!”

Have you priced out a loaded V6 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon? If you fully load a V6 Rubicon the same way the 392s come standard, you're looking anywhere from the upper $60k's to low $70k. The 2024 Rubicon 392s start at $93,400, but they come almost fully loaded with many items you'd have to option on the V6. I purchased mine used, a year ago, for $76k. And the MSRP on it when it was new (2021) was $82,860. So, it's only $35k more if you take a low optioned V6 Rubicon and compare it to a highly optioned 2024 Rubicon 392. If you search the used market and compare it to high optioned V6s, it's only around $10k to $25k more. Doing a Hemi swap will cost you more than that and it won't have a factory warranty. To me, that is absolutely worth it for the added power and uniqueness of the vehicle. Not a con, in my opinion. But hey, to some people that extra power and fun-factor are not that important so to them, it would be a huge con. To me it's worth every penny. When comparing to a 2024 Ford F250 Super Duty, or any full-sized, purpose built truck, the two are completely different animals. The Jeep Rubicon was made to take on serious off-road trails whereas a standard F250 Super Duty was not. Even the Tremor isn't going to take you on the kinds of trails the Rubicon does in stock form. And it's relatively easy to modify to handle even harder trails. Combine that with the powerful hemi engine and you have something very rare and unique. And rare and unique usually = more $$$.