Hard to believe but it’s now ready for order with deliveries expected Q4 2017, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk joins the Hellcat pantheon of horse power deities.
| Cabin | 5-pass, 4-door & hatch SUV | |
| Engine | 6.2 Liter Supercharged 16-valve OHV V-8 707-hp/645-lb-ft |
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| Power Train | Front-engine, AWD 8-Speed Automatic |
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| Curb Weight | 5,350 lb | |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | |
| 0-60 MPH | a neck snapping 3.5 seconds | |
| Price (Best guess) | $84,500 | |
| Availability US | Fall 2017 |
More information available at:
Motortrend
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It’s almost here. Jeep beach Daytona FL, is one of the largest Jeep events in the United States attracting enthusiasts and manufactures from across the country. Past events featured multiple challenge courses, an extensive vendor area, nightly meet-ups and a Sunday Beach Parade of close to a thousand Jeeps |
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Challenge courses have included articulation runs, rocks, large culverts and pipes as well as a hill climb.
Get in your beach attire and Jeep and head for Daytona!
Photos from past Jeep Beachs:
Jeep Beach 2010
Beach Parade 2010
Jeep Beach 2013
Yet to be named, the Wrangler based pickup from Jeep is set for production debut in 2019. Like the current F-150 from Ford, it’s rumored to make greater body use of strengthened aluminum. An optional 300 hp 4 cylinder turbo is also rumored for improved fuel economy. Jeep vacated the pickup market with the conclusion of the Jeep Comanche in 1992.
Additional details can be found at: The Detroit News
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Updated Closures as of March 24: Burns Lake and Monument Campgrounds Closed Due to Wildfire Activity
Per NPS Big Cypress Preserve.
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Visit the Big Cypress Preserve Information Page for more including trail access and permitting process.
Not finishing the course? Ah… this one will only get a participation award. Oddly enough this does illustrates two important points in wheeling.
XJ attempts to clear US-Mexicon Fence at Imperial Dunes CA. Image released by the US Customs and Border Protection (USCBP)
1. Know your vehicles capabilities. In this case the breakover angle, a measure typically in degrees that describes the maximum angle from horizontal at front & back wheels for the rise & fall of the ground where the body or frame will still not touch the ground (AKA center over high, or high center).
For the stock XJ pictured breakover is 21.7 degrees (less if heavily loaded). For the ramp to achieve that shallow an angle, it would have to be made a lot longer. The better approach would be to lift the hell out of the Cherokee (With Jeeps, always the right answer… right?)
2. Never-Ever-Freaking-Ever Wheel Alone . Alone? Got stuck? Congratz! N’uff said.
Shown in this diagram is the breakover angle of, as well as approach and departure angles.
We all know Jeep makes some of the most capable vehicles in the world but be smart and know the capabilities before putting them to the challenge and avoid the stuck or even worst (gasp! breakage)
Just one more obstacle lending unquestionable rational for a lift, bigger tires, winch and a buddy on the trail with the same.
As reported from Business Insider
Give the card reader and gas pump a good looking over before putting your card in it. Recent investigations have found skimming devices in Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
Details including effected stations available at:
Gas Station Credit Card Skimmers
If you have filled at any of these locations in the last few months, you’ll want to keep an eye on the credit or debit card account used.
One of several old time Florida establishments in the Fort Lauderdale area, Flossie’s is a great place to hang out with friends. Live band or karaoke, there always entertainment to go with your festive libations under their locally infamous Tiki Bar.  Yah! Fill that lot up with Jeeps! |
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Just wanted to thank Natsko Nakahara for bringing the Black Dragon down to Flossie’s last night for the Sugar Shaker’s Meetup. Awesome jeep, clean or dirty!
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