- First Name
- Steve
- Joined
- Jul 25, 2020
- Threads
- 22
- Messages
- 392
- Reaction score
- 692
- Location
- San Ramon, CA
- Vehicle(s)
- 2008 JKU Rubicon / 2021 Bronco: Badlands/Sasquatch
- Your Bronco Model
- Badlands
I have a 2008 JKU Rubicon with the 3.8l V6. I bought it new. The engine is a nightmare.... the electrical is a nightmare. My mechanic and I have become tight over the years. I do my fair share of work, then call him in when needed. He also gives me a lot of free suggestions that have paid off many times. I just wish it weren't this way. It has become unreliable and I don't like taking it on long trips or trail rides anymore. I love my Jeep, but it is time to let go. I should mention that it has over 160k miles on the engine and hundreds of hard trail miles on it. I have used it hard. I am also getting a little older and want a little more comfort, and the Bronco's IFS is going to be amazing. I have always loved the old-school Broncos and this is a great representation of that. I cannot wait for mine. Plus, Ford engines definitely have a better rep than the newer Mopar engines. Just my opinion.HI all,
I'm specifically hoping that jeep owners can comment. This would be a useless question to ask on a jeep forum. But the fact that you are here means that you are open to other brands and realistic about your jeep.
Here's my situation. I keep my cars for a long time. Whether I get a Bronco or Jeep, I'll want to keep it for 11-12 years and around 150k miles.
Which vehicle is More likely to make it that long without major issues.
I know F150s seem to run and run and run.
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