2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel - Brutally Honest Long Term OWNER Review

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This is my honest review of my 2020 Jeep Wrangler Ecodiesel after 8 months of owning it and taking it through some of most grueling adventures possible.
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@Casey250 3 года назад

Patreon: www.patreon.com/Casey250 Merch: www.dirtyanddangerous.com

@aceforever001 3 года назад

Any chance youz guyz can convert one of those stickers into a Magnet???? I'm super duper against putting stickers on my vehicles, but magnets are a go! Please please please 🙏

@vegasxventures 3 года назад

My dad: drives same truck for 15 years and still going strong RU-vidrs after 8 months: long term review

@dustincharron2081 3 года назад

VegasXventrues cool story bro 👍🏽

@vegasxventures 3 года назад

@@dustincharron2081 cool comment, bro?

@Casey250 3 года назад

8 months is a long yime on the internet.

@lance4906 3 года назад

To be fair, by that time, the people who are using this video for reference on whether to get one or not would have already gotten one lol.

@vegasxventures 3 года назад

@@lance4906 I hope he keeps it at least two to three years, then I’ll decide if the eco diesel or the I-4. 😂

@jeffsaraiva7099 3 года назад

The angle of the head rest is actually a regulation as I understand, but I think that if enough people complain about it they will make it so you can adjust it. I had to bend the rods back on mine (they are hollow and easy to bend) because it was also pushing my head too far forward. I am glad I am not the only one complaining about that.

@tree356 3 года назад

Twist the door catch “just a little to the right” before re-attach, then push the bend to fold inwards towards the door as door closes. This worked perfectly with mine and no more worries.✌🏼🇺🇸

@Casey250 3 года назад

Thank you

@alf4536 3 года назад

I had the same problem with my fiesta st headrest. Just Bend the headrest bar in a vise. Work perfect.

@MaxOverland 3 года назад

Thanks for the review boss! My new gladiator diesel rubicon should be here next week! I enjoyed my gas gladiator. But I’m beyond excited to get the diesel version! Nice review sir! Enjoy your content also.

@DrWardner 3 года назад

I’ve had my eco diesel for about three months now, and I have it on BFG KM3 39’s with stock 3.73:1 gear ratio. Definitely not lacking in power at all. I’m averaging about 19.5 around town, 22.5 highway. I’m considering a re gear to 4.27 or 4.56, just to bring my fuel economy back up. I LOVE this engine. IMO, it’s the best platform jeep has ever put in a wrangler.

@Casey250 3 года назад

Hows the dana 44 handling the big tires? I want to go bigger but worry.

@generalsoul1 2 года назад

@@Casey250 To my knowledge the biggest tire they recommend on Dana 44 axles is 36.5. The weight of a 35” tire is roughly 60lbs. 40” tire would be roughly 95lbs depending on the tire. So that’s 380lbs versus 240lbs. So running 40s on a Dana 44 with no regear seems pretty risky. Even with the regear it’s risky because they don’t recommend over a 36.5 for it. Which really means it’s safest to run 35’s with Dana 44 axles. Should upgrade to Dana 60’s to run 40s to be safe. UNLESS the jeep doesn’t go off-road. AT ALL. Then running 40’s would be fine without upgrading axles.

@uf92134 3 года назад

Casey, I have had my '21 JLURD for two months and I've got 4,500 miles on it. I agree 100% with your review. One important thing I've noticed is that when off-road with my 3.0L ecoDiesel, I can climb hills in 4Hi that I used to use 4Lo in my TJ with a 4.0L engine. The other thing I've noticed is how many different systems are controlled by the computer, and sometimes when I get a warning or error message I have to shut down and restart in order to clear the error. It reminds of rebooting my computer when Windows-95 first came out.

@Casey250 3 года назад

Oh ya. 4 high is used waayyy more in my Ecodiesel

@joebarbera1366 3 года назад

Casey thanks for all your feedback, super helpful! You helped me make my decision to order an eco diesel today in the gladiator.

@alikalik7448 3 года назад

You

@wimvanacker714 3 года назад

I have owned my Wrangler EcoDiesel for a year and love it

@crazymonkey7291 2 года назад

His feedback is aweful

@keither7731 3 года назад

Hi Casey: Very honest review, just finished watching Brad (Trail Recon)give his review of his Wrangler Diesel Almost the same. Good to know. Take care, enjoy all your videos.

@cameronalexander359 3 года назад

This is the 1st time I've seen that doorstrap issue. Thanks for that!

@dieseldrax 3 года назад

Holy smokes, I had no idea FCA changed the oil spec for the new EcoD. I love that my wife's EcoD calls for 5w40 HDEO (Rotella T6), which is cheap and easy to find. Switching back to the euro-spec oils sucks. Sorry to hear they did that.

@marshalgodfrey7610 3 года назад

one thing to note Casey is that DEF fluid many times have been expired yet still sit in stock, there is a way to check on the box or bottle. One thing i did was go to a commercial vehicle gas station for semi trucks and what not, and they have DEF fluid pumps just the same as a gas pump, and that fluid is constantly being used and cycled through, so you know it will never be expired.

@Casey250 3 года назад

I have heard about older DEF causing problems with the injector.

@mehdisy3d 2 года назад

Excellent review, thanks! I just got my '22 Rubicon 4xe. I love this thing and am getting 4.9L/100 kms - mind you I'm mainly within my city but do occasional highway driving.

@Far2hip 2 года назад

That is a beautifully spec’d and molded truck my friend. I love how it’s just enough to remain understated, but enough to give it a very sharp look. Nice job. 👍🏻😎👍🏻

@garym9433 3 года назад

Casey, excellent long term review of the JL. This is the only comprehensive long term review of the JL Ecodiesel out there!

@Casey250 3 года назад

Ya Ive put it through its paces for sure haha

@garym9433 3 года назад

@@Casey250 Yes, You have! I am still amazed by the phenomenal mileage with the 37” tires.

@Frostytravels 2 года назад

One tip on DEF, it does expire. You need to check that DEF, as once it goes bad it can become a major problem. Having a 2500 HD and traveling a lot I became aware quickly on expired DEF. It will cause major problems and codes. Being urea based it expires pretty quickly.

@steamtorch 3 года назад

Local dealer (Michigan) offers $100 ecodiesel oil and filter changes. Maybe 40% more than a gasser but not outrageous.

@nerfatron 3 года назад

Coming from the commercial trucking world, when u mentioned the DEF consumption my jaw dropped, the freightliner I drive uses probably about 2 1/2 jugs to fill it's tank and I probably refill the tank almost weekly, mind you I refuel every day but yea that uses alot less DEF than I'm used to lol

@BCRichWarlock08 3 года назад

With my ram ecodiesel, for oil i used to stock up on shell Rotella T6 from canadian tire when it would go on special it would go down to 40 bucks a 4L. Or if you wanna save even more, buy the 20L buckets when they go on special. And for oil filters ive read alot on forums that the best one is the mopar. I had the folds come apart on a cheaper filter, could have been a disastor lol

@obeezee Год назад

Love all your videos. You hit what is needed and great information. Thank you!

@wissamharb5684 3 года назад

That is one of the coolest looking wranglers I've seen bro! Getting a white sahara unlimited next month!

@YoungBlaze 3 года назад

High altitude?

@ramonarguelles1386 2 года назад

Ive been watching your reviews and i just ordered my 2022 Jeep rubicon ecodiesel wrangler. Had to go wrangler since i have young children and need the enclosed end. I appreciate your reviews!

@Casey250 2 года назад

Thanks and congrats on the new rig!

@XxAlexanderProxx 2 года назад

Loving the sound of that Diesel engine.

@crazycanuck4927 3 года назад

Great review, I have never owned a jeep and am thinking on getting one in a couple years after youngest son gets driving... thinking diesel gladiator as I do dump runs and would use a box more then jl space

@DeWildtChryslerHamilton 3 года назад

Nice rig, great review!

@williamlloyd3769 3 года назад

Door straps - doors best friend in windy Keflavik, Iceland!

@meandkg 3 года назад

I totally agree about the leather seats! I had leather heated seats and cloth seats without heat and the cloth seats are warmer in Iowa winters!

@greygoose4x46 3 года назад

Agreed / That’s why I built mine with heated cloth seats

@phoenixtheharley5132 3 года назад

I thought to myself that I'm pretty comfortable in my JL, then I realized that I'm a staggering 5'3. Great video overall!

@Casey250 3 года назад

Haha.

@YoungBlaze 3 года назад

Guy or girl?

@sgtshultz13 3 года назад

Long term review? I’m driving a 2012 JK now that’s long term.

@eno2870 3 года назад

Same here. Considering trading it in on basically exactly what's shown in this video. Went to the dealership and test drove the diesel.. it was a noticeable difference in power and acceleration. My 2012 sport with the larger tires has always struggled to accelerate and maintain speed, but that diesel sure didn't. Noise wasn't even a factor - if anything it was quieter outside than my 2012, and inside was far quieter (even without the headliner, which my 2012 also lacks).

@CoffeeBeanFiend 3 года назад

How’s she running

@eno2870 3 года назад

@@CoffeeBeanFiend - Had a number of issues over the years. Heater failed on the driver side twice over and needed replacing (which is apparently a known issue with this year, manufacturing defect of some sort). Had a random multiple cylinder misfire code pop up that led to the dealership tearing the engine apart, which was covered by the warranty thankfully. It complained for years about anything that wasn't premium fuel, kicking a code for a fuel/O2 balance issue. An O2 sensor was apparently the issue.. but it still does it from time to time even after replacing that.. so, yeah. Who knows. The muffler literally rusted away to nothing after only 5 years and needed replacing.. that was a first. Oh, and it pops out of first gear (it's a manual) about 0.5 to 1% of the time when starting out. Apparently that's just a Jeep thing X_X It's the most troublesome vehicle I've ever owned if I'm being honest (the other two both being Honda Civics that I never had to do a damn thing to), but I still prefer it. Certainly hoping that a new one won't have all the same issues all over again.

@tacoeatinmonkey 3 года назад

Pshh. Long term? I'm driving a 2006 TJ now that's long term.

@MrSpccdavid 3 года назад

Wow that’s so cool

@daveoschann1538 3 года назад

Hey Casey it's been touched on here and I didn't go through all the replies. I'm a firefighter and we started off using the same def and we had a ton of def injector failures due to it crystalizing and plugging it up. We went to the def at the pumps and it fixed the problem. At the very least never put a jug back in the garage once the seal has been broken. Just chuck it.

@Casey250 3 года назад

I've heard similar and don't use old DEF.

@Petey003 3 года назад

Hey @casey250. 1 - Not sure if you know but you can turn your Horn Chiro off when you remote start, it’s in UConnect settings. 2 - you can change your Proximity Door Locks to open all 4 or just driver in UConnect. 3 - you can change the fuse placement for your rear 12v socket to be engine on only. I did mine so it doesn’t drain my Jackery while I’m off. Keep up the vids!

@Casey250 3 года назад

Cool thx. Ill have to have a look around in there!

@patrickcarroll5715 3 года назад

My 15 GC summit has an Ecodiesel with GDE tune and it’s been nothing but amazing

@jam00723 3 года назад

I feel like that’s the key to these engines is a good tune and a catch can. Keeping the EGR intact isn’t a big deal it’ll just require more maintenance such as cleaning the intake manifold and diffuser tube. But, looking at vehicles with the GDE tune, those items seem to be cleaner!

@flyingjlotlizard5620 3 года назад

These engines are JUNK. Nothing you do will make them last as long as a real diesel. These are not meant to last more than 150k miles . look at the engineers who designed it say it. They said this engine has been a disaster. It's why America didn't use it forever

@matthewg.garcia9415 3 года назад

Just bought a used JK. Didn't realize how much I was going to love Jeep (I am normally a Toyota guy). Now been thinking about getting either 2.0L turbo or the diesel. Basically will come down to whether I want 2 or 4 door (diesel only available on 4 door). I think it's a good idea to get the eco diesel on the 4 door.

@darickymeister 2 года назад

I've got a 2014 Grand Cherokee Overland - Diesel. Solid rig.

@christopherrobinson8676 3 года назад

Diesel Gladiator ordered before Thanksgiving. Should be here around the New Year. Getting excited.

@Casey250 3 года назад

Congratulations

@bradthornton2394 3 года назад

ordered my 2021 gladiator on October 3rd... still waiting.

@christopherrobinson8676 3 года назад

@@bradthornton2394 hoping yours has found it's way home.

@claytondennis8034 3 года назад

The headrest should be adjustable. Pull it all the way forward, and the ratchet should release to the furthest rearward position.

@alt9874 2 года назад

Great review and really useful info as I'm considering my first Jeep.

@Casey250 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@mikethompson7406 2 года назад

I cannot afford 4xe, I loved it but then saw how much it cost haha Thanks for this info! I've been waiting for the 6th gen 4runner for YEARS and I want something other than my lifted Outback.

@joshlotoczky8084 3 года назад

Unplug the door cable and twist it one time. It will keep it from sticking out as much. Not perfect but definitely better.

@ericparisien3051 3 года назад

You beat me to it! That was so annoying!

@Casey250 3 года назад

Thanks!!

@ratedgarr 3 года назад

You are a saint...thanks for the tip! Drives me absolutely insane

@nagazinafireworks7594 3 года назад

I WILL TRY THAT THANKS JOSH

@Alaska610ish 2 года назад

Great video and information!

@gogerwi 3 года назад

Good to hear your mostly positive review, especially the drivetrain and EcoDiesel. Just picked up my diesel Gladiator Rubicon last week.

@Casey250 3 года назад

Very nice! Congratulations

@Sirdroid 3 года назад

Great video! Any issues with the cold? I am in Wisconsin and will usually not be able to plug it in.

@AllTerrainNation 3 года назад

Solid review sir...

@irvinmoore6479 3 года назад

Nice review, I have ~27500 miles on mine and the only issue I have had is the connector for the rear window defroster. 3” lift with 37’s on Nomad wheels, my fuel economy mirrors yours.

@Chadnmurfreesboro 3 года назад

Wow, you guys getting 19 and 26 with 37s? I bet the gas guys are left sitting with their mouths open..I have a RAM 1500 with the Eco and love it. What gearing comes with the Rubicon Eco, or are there choices there?

@parisachilles2682 3 года назад

EGR was a nightmare on these engines when they came out in 2014, and emissions will continue to be the most problematic, costly issue you will deal with, especially out of warranty. EGR still causes an inordinate amount of soot to build in the intake, causing premature engine failure. Without the EGR, the engine is a solid, long lasting unit in its current form.

@Indianrider65 3 года назад

I bet my VW diesel makes a million mile mark when this one dies at 100-250,000 miles WITH its mulitple aging problems. Jeep has never had a quality diesel nor one that gets any real mpg. 30 minimum mpg with VW in my Jeep with 5 speed. low gear fr and rear 307s

@1gr8oil 3 года назад

Paris Achilles.........I have a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3.0 L Diesel, and have 85,000 miles. Great fuel mileage! The new for 2021 "Eco-Diesel" has 80 Percent new engine parts, so it is now more powerful, ie. 260 HP/480 Ft Lbs. Torque.

@Brandt1776 2 года назад

@@Indianrider65 It’s a fiat motor.

@jasonstefanuk3579 2 года назад

One thing about a diesel . As Canadians DEF is readily available. My friend spent the winter in the southern USA and Baja. He had to have someone ship him 2 cases of DEF so he could drive. Many Americans he talked to had dumped their diesels because they can’t get DEF.

@Casey250 2 года назад

I never thought of that. I was was looking at going there and diesel is available but forgot about def.

@Urban-Primate Год назад

Love all of the videos. I just purchased a Gladiator Diesel and have been looking at the wheels you have on your Wrangler. Was hoping that you have done a review of the wheels but I cannot find one. What are your thoughts on the Teraflex Nomad wheels?

@verygood7155 3 года назад

I look forward to your take on the coming 4XE.

@Casey250 3 года назад

Me too. I really want to drive one.

@travelinman482 3 года назад

Why? It’ll be a flop in sales and on the trails. That thing was meant to crawl the suburban concrete jungle. Lol

@brianmuir8092 3 года назад

Fold the door cable the opposite direction while closing the door with other hand. It'll stay up against the door until you open it.

@martinmartin5904 3 года назад

11:20 about DEF : 2/3 deionized water and 1/3 urea...Is the filler neck at the right height?

@Do4now 3 года назад

Great video. Thank you !

@mrspart5548 3 года назад

does rotella t6 not meet your requirements? my truck runs amazing off it. vs t3 conventional its pretty night and day with my modified 5.9 12v

@ridgefrost 3 года назад

The best person to review a jeep is someone from a big country or someone into big cars but isn't from north america

@tedpendagast579 3 года назад

Huh??

@nikdragutinovich7732 3 года назад

When i read the manual for my jeep, one of the outlets you mentioned for always on power, can be switched from always on or running only, and the owners manual explained which fuse to flip or whatever to switch it between the two

@Casey250 3 года назад

This is true and I have also learned this since this video!

@parronparsons6740 3 года назад

for oil you might want to try Schaffers oil its a little more expensive but its a full synthetic and you can run it longer for example in my jeep if I run it with Schaffers I can usually get 2-3 thousand miles more than with a normal oil that you can get at auto part stores

@DieselsHOGVlog 3 года назад

Great review, I was wondering when you were going to do this. Cool you are happy with it, it’s a major purchase! Glad you found cheaper oil 😑.

@andyd9131 3 года назад

Casey I am loving my eco diesel as well! It’s been awesome so far!

@deeppowhazylab 3 года назад

Love Jeeps (4.0L), as for the Fiat made diesel, definitely going to blow up. When’s the last time you bought a diesel Italian truck?

@jesusglopez8430 Год назад

Thanks for sharing.

@gabrielback5615 3 года назад

Good review, especially about the diesel.

@Casey250 3 года назад

Thanks!

@totalobliviondemolition2914 3 года назад

Rotella T6 is the recommended oil and you can get the oil filters off amazon in the US for 33 dollars US. I have the ecodiesel truck and the filters are the same between the truck and jeep

@LenSilvester 3 года назад

Good review. I noticed you have the factory tow pakg/hitch. How do you find it for towing compared to a gas model.

@Casey250 3 года назад

I don't have anything to tow but would like to try that out.

@devnull128 3 года назад

The inside aux switch cables also have an always on and ignition power cable. I bought a $7 12v to 5v USB power supply and connected it to the ignition and a lighter Jack for the always on. It’s located right under the glove box and since you have the switches, you have the cables. Power problem solved!

@Casey250 3 года назад

Indeed. It is running my dash cam :)

@aceforever001 3 года назад

Awesome vlog Casey! What's up with the red plates on your Nomads? Functional beadlocking plates?

@Casey250 3 года назад

Rash ring. Ill talk about it next weeks video.

@aceforever001 3 года назад

I'll see you there! :D

@GlennPenaDriver 3 года назад

Great content. Did you upgrade your gears?

@Casey250 3 года назад

@tallll70 3 года назад

Same headrest problem in 4th gen Ram, i bent the tubes in position i like which is almost straight, but the way it still normally slides all the way in... The reason for this was some stupid insurance safety regulation they had to comply with

@Casey250 3 года назад

Sounds dumb.

@squatch2461 3 года назад

Thanks for doing this. Was snow accumulation on the headlights ever a problem for you?

@Casey250 3 года назад

Unfortunately I have not had a good test with snow coming down and my climate here doest get a lot so I can't speak to that much.

@JC-xz4ec 3 года назад

It was for me with my 4Runner that had led bulbs. Had to get out and clear snow and ice from them while driving in snowstorms or while wheeling in the mountains. Glad to have halogen bulbs again on my FJ.

@chybagus 3 года назад

There's only a couple of downsides: 1.) If you run low on the trail 99% of Jeeps are gas, and some places don't sell diesel 2.) If you need to run the engine all night for a/c or heat to sleep, this slightly louder engine will upset some people wheras the gas engine is quite a bit quieter. But oh that diesel torque off road must be amazing. Bring on the electric Jeep that charges in 5 minutes and goes 1000 miles... :)

@Casey250 3 года назад

Diesel has never been a problem to find as its widely consumed by many work and transport vehicles.

@chybagus 3 года назад

@@Casey250 maybe it's different in different parts of the country/world, but sometimes (about 1 out of every 4) fuel stations here in Southern California don't have it.

@user-cj7dv2kc6d 3 года назад

Good review

@dcl97 3 года назад

Modern "headrests" are angled like that to prevent serious neck and spinal cord injuries in a crash. It forces your head down and against your chest, preventing hyperflexation and likely internal decapitation. This position can also naturally limit hyperrotion as the shoulders limit the movement of the skull laterally. In addition, somewhat like a HANS device it transfers some of the deceleration energy to your shoulders and torso, which are more capable of handling them than your head and neck. So no, it's not at all safe, but that's your choice of course.

@Casey250 3 года назад

Perhaps but I think for tall torso people it is too low. When I look at my wife's head with hers adjusted versus mine they aren't even close. My is hitting the top tip of it. My other vehicles aren't even close to what this is for pushing my head forward.

@me2u2aswell 3 года назад

Very well done.

@LyleAltig101 3 года назад

You can change the power by adjusting the fuses in the fuse box!

@Casey250 3 года назад

I see that for the cargo plug but not the front one unless I missed that

@stephenpereira6239 3 года назад

is the interior dash color orange or red? It's difficult to distinguish from the video. Also are the wheel rims the same color as the dash?

@bzgent 3 года назад

Would you recommend eco diesel or 4xe Rubicon? It will be my daily driver and also I'm planning to swap out stock tires for the 35in..

@Casey250 3 года назад

The 4xe is getting 21 or 22 miles a charge I believe. If it were me, if I were commuting under 22 miles return or so, the 4xe sounds like a good fuel saver. For highway driving, distance travel, larger tires, and heavy cargo, I feel the ecodiesel is a better and more fuel efficient option. On the 4xe if your depleting the battery and running on the 2.0L turbo, it isn't going to get the fuel economy of the ecodiesel and I believe needs premium fuel. The diesel engine is going to have more emmsions build up if your only using it for short jaunts.

@rxs3016 3 года назад

Most who went from the unlimited to the gladiator, dont like the break over angle. I see their regret and some have actually traded them. The diesel is the engine to get, but the gladiator was made too long to keep up on the trails,imo.

@afdude2220 3 года назад

That's a tough call, isnt it? I have a JTR now and see the turn radius and breakover being issues. The 37's I'm on help. But it makes me wonder a bit though. I did some off-roading in Australia and they really push their long wheelbase 79 series Land Cruisers and streched Nissan Patrol utes off road. Both of which are right at the 137" wheelbase... Same as the Gladiator. Currently on the fence of trading my JTR for a JLURD.

@rxs3016 3 года назад

@@afdude2220 Don't take my word for it. Keep it and have fun with it. I sometimes wished i had the jt, in that i do almost no offroading and my family of four do mosting overlanding (camping). Lets trade, lol

@artishuk 2 года назад

Hello I just traded my gas glad for eco diesel and waiting on my lift and will put on 37s I know there’s power and torque but would u regear or u think it’s totally unnecessary?is your 8th gear always there ?

@jeffcesta2493 3 года назад

It seems like having marker/ turn signal lights on the fenders is asking for trouble. I've been on the trail and ripped a fender of on my JKU. It's easily reattached with some new plastic rivets. No broken wires or lights to deal with. Let's face it- trails get slick and it's easy to catch a tree with a fender.

@hksjoshua 2 года назад

So much to go wrong but I love it.

@contracostaexpert 3 года назад

Curious, you said that the bolsters were better with the coith seats. In my JK, I replaced the cloth with Rubicon leather takeoffs and they had better bolsters than the cloth. Hmmmmm

@fwschnaar3179 3 года назад

I so remember how surprised I was in your Video, that when you added the 37’s .... your fuel economy really seemed to drop over the Stock Tires... Although the Diesel doesn’t need the re-gear, do you think that would help, or is it just a Weight thing 🤔👍

@Casey250 3 года назад

Ive heard regearing does add some noticeable improvement but I haven't been sold on it versus the cost to do so.

@landon94 2 года назад

As someone who is considering buying their first jeep would you say it’s necessary to get a rubicon? Is a Sahara or sport almost as capable? I’ll be getting a diesel which to my understanding comes with the dana 44s even if you don’t get the rubicon. It will be primarily used for on road use but would like to get into overlanding. No plans to rock crawl or anything

@PlateletRichGel Год назад

Not at all. Rubicon is a total waste if you're going to drive around town only.

@arnejahr3531 3 года назад

Your quick oil chang places can get u through oil filters cheap. Just glass them to sell u some

@jr23kid 3 года назад

The 4ev is what I’m waiting on. 25 miles all electric and it charges with kinetic energy like a Prius. That means you would use hardly any gas off road which is where most Jeep’s kills gas mileage.

@Casey250 3 года назад

4xe - but yes me too! I think its a great step and want to drive one

@steamtorch 3 года назад

Experienced PHEV and BEV owner here. In real world conditions, not testing lab, a 25 mile PHEV isn't worth the trouble as the real range will be 1/2 to 3/4 of the sticker. And once the charge is used up, you are hauling hundreds of lbs of dead weight which pretty much cancels out the hybrid efficiencies. I'd rather have the diesel.

@jr23kid 3 года назад

@@steamtorch The system is like the Prius c . You get charge back off of kinetic energy. I own a Prius and a Jeep. Yes I know how it works. You aren’t the only one who owns a hybrid. Fuck out please

@richardjones990 3 года назад

Good review and it's good to hear that you like the diesel. I own a little 3L turbo diesel in a MB Sprinter 1 ton Chassis, Class B+ Camper and it continues to impress me with its power and fuel mileage. I can only guess the mileage that a diesel Gladiator would get. I noticed that you have the optional switch panel installed in your JL. Couldn't you use one of those switches to power a 12 volt plug of your liking?

@Casey250 3 года назад

Thats exactly what I did but I used one of the non switched power leads also available. Ill talk about how the mods are going next week

@greghull3189 3 года назад

Enjoyed the honest pros and cons of your review.

@rilopez825 Год назад

100% agree with the leather seats. I loved the leather seats till I didn't. New Jeep will have Cloth and maybe a after market leather. How is the softtop parked in snow? do you have to keep popping the snow off or just let it pile up on there over night?

@andyd8185 3 года назад

Hey Casey can you talk about your suspension lift as it pertains to the extra weight of the motor on the front springs... did you get a different set of springs to deal with the weight...just want to better understand if the after market suspension lift kits are taking into account the extra weight. Cheers

@Casey250 3 года назад

Itll be in this Saturdays mod review video

@jk_wrangler13 3 года назад

I would tell anyone that has never owned a diesel, that if your looking for a fast quick off the line start then don't buy a diesel. Yes you can buy mods that will give you a faster off the line starts, but its still not going to be as fast as it would be if you had a gass engine. I myself don't always look for the get up and go, as they say. I look for how it craws and climes. I have a 2500 dodge truck and I to run the def in it as well and yes changing the oil is more expensive the a regular diesel. But I wouldn't trade it in for any gas engine. Thanks for your review on your jeep.

@deahelkcunklaer2180 3 года назад

You've got it backwards. Diesel is faster off the line due to the earlier and greater torque. As the revs climb the power drops off. That's why diesel is so well suited to heavier vehicles.

@jk_wrangler13 3 года назад

@@deahelkcunklaer2180 sorry but that's not true. I have a 2500 and unless I put some after market up grades on it l, it's not faster off the line. My truck don't pick speed until the turbo kicks in after building boost. Diesels are better known for their low torc and pulling power not to mention their climbing power.

@johnryan296 2 года назад

Nice C7 in the garage!

@kylemorrow3625 Год назад

The head rests adjust. Push top forward I believe, then it'll reset and be straight up and down

@robspangler6087 2 года назад

@casey 250 I was watching another vid where in the fuse box, you could change the rear 12v from switchable to always on(or back) by changing the position of the fuse. I wonder if that's an option in that forward socket.

@Casey250 2 года назад

Just the rear as far as I can tell

@JustinKingOffroad 3 года назад

only problem i have with my JL (it's a 2.0 I4) is the seats SUCK. did a 7 hour drive to moab and almost had a completely numb butt and legs when we got there. not to mention every day was an additional 7 hours behind the wheel minimum, and that drive home. jeep needs to address that...

@rolloverrob902 3 года назад

I drove mine almost from the Canada border to San Francisco over two days and was actually surprised how comfortable it was. It seems people either like or love these seats.

@Casey250 3 года назад

They arent great but I can do some long stints with them that was way worse in the Jk for sure.

@JustinKingOffroad 3 года назад

@@Casey250 if i put the seat up in a position that doesn't make my legs numb, i can't see the stoplights when i'm 1st in line here in town lol! it's when I lower it enough to see properly that it puts all that pressure on the backs of my legs. i'm not even that tall at 5-11 lol! i didn't have this issue in my JK, could see stop lights perfect so i'm not sure what the big change was.

@175psi 3 года назад

Dude I have a Ram 1500 with the same engine and the CP4 injection pump blew up at 17k miles. They had to replace the pump, fuel lines, common rail and every injector. Be very careful cuz once you are out of warranty you are in for a massive bill if it happens to you.

@saifa6359 3 года назад

I have a C7 vette and just ordered the ecodiesel rubicon just like your two cars too! Lol.

@Casey250 3 года назад

You also have good taste :)

@GLAMP_Ride_and_ThRiVe 3 года назад

Did you re-gear it with 37" tires? If you did not re-gear it...have you had any problems with power with the stock gears with 37's?

@Casey250 3 года назад

nope

@douglasmccaffer9390 Год назад

What rock sliders? are you using different ones on your latest video ?

@parkerhilliker5680 3 года назад

I live in Canada so I got a remote start for when its cold. I got cloth seats so when its really hot out

@nerfatron 3 года назад

Hey where I live in northern western Ontario, we see -40c in the winter and +40c in the summer so yea I'd believe him lol

@karsonhutler9923 3 года назад

For that door strap maybe like a padlock will weigh it down enough so it doesnt stick out?

@marioperry7369 3 года назад

Casey, I can’t believe you didn’t mention the biggest complaint of the JL: The drip from the A-pillar when it rains when you open the door, literally 1” inside from the door sill. Nice to have your left wrist (and expensive watch) dripped upon while grabbing the grab handle. Also, like the JK, this thing has a steady thirst for coolant. So ridiculously annoying. JL is nice. Overall I like it. But strangely, it annoys me more than my JK ever did.

@Casey250 3 года назад

Funny story. I shot this video once, didn't like the way it turned out, and had an example off the water pouring it. I reshot it, edited it, uploaded it, and after it went live I forgot I didn't reshoot that scene.

@sameguyagain 2 года назад

I'm new to your vids. I didn't hear what lift you used if any to fit those 37s on it and did you calibrate the speedo for those 37s because that will give you a false MPH?

@Casey250 2 года назад

I have a teraflex lift in my jeep but changed the springs to clayton 3.5in overland springs.