dasbulliwagen Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 I would like to see what everybody really thinks about their MJ's strengths and weaknesses in as great a detail as possible. I know we all love them to death, but why do we love them? All the little nuances that make them what they are good or bad. Lets hear what you think! :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 EFI + 6 cyl engine + solid front axle = greatest little truck ever. :thumbsup: Not to mention the rugged good looks and plethora easy upgrades. And once you fall in love, your brain will make excuses for the bad stuff. (like the "cozy" cabin space) :clapping: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 1989 MJ Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Good Stuff 4x4 + EFI 4.0L = Awesome little truck :bowdown: Bad Stuff 20 years old = need a lot of love !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deziped Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Mechanical repair fairly simple. Need a part - raid the the neighbors Cherokee (that's closer than the JY). Easy to de-construct & re-build it the way you want it. MPG: Not the best - but not the worst. It smallness facilitates garage parking without damaging the wife's car. Replacement if needed - fairly inexpensive. :drool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
possum Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 V8 Power :chillin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spokes Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 pros: awesome little truck cons: my heat doesnt work! :fs1: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfpdm Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Here's one not many of us think about. They have a good crash rating over some newer cars and can withstand some abuse. Check out the video below. I do get a little teary eyed watching it though. Click Here for Video :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spokes Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 haha tell me about the crash rating!.... viewtopic.php?f=3&t=15487 :clapping: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogetemturbo Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 The only thing that I dislike about Comanches is the "cozy cabin space" as Pete put it. Drives me nuts!!! I'm generally not afraid of modifications, but making a exteneded or crew cab....worries me a little. Looks great, but it's a whole lot of work to do it right. Other than that, I wouldn't have any other truck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantera1973 Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Here's one not many of us think about. They have a good crash rating over some newer cars and can withstand some abuse. Check out the video below. I do get a little teary eyed watching it though. Click Here for Video :cheers: Actually Comanches unfortunately have VERY poor crash ratings as far as protecting occupants. NHTSA Star ratings (with 5 being the best) are 2 or 3 stars (depending on year) frontal impact and 1 star :eek: for side impact. LINK: http://www.safecarguide.com/exp/archive/archive.htm The Comanche is actually one of the lowest. Take a look at the video of the Comanche crash and keep this in mind; a score of 1,000 or below is considered "non-fatal" for frontal head injury. The Comanche scored a 1147 driver and 1635 passenger HIC. Not good. LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30iAyJR7rVk&feature=related I used to work as an automotive insurance adjuster so I've seen my fair share of damaged vehicles and injuries. When a vehicle's crush zone collapses it absorbs energy. If it doesn't collapse YOU absorb the energy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garmj Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 4x2 2.5 5 speed GREAT GAS MILEAGE. :bowdown: And you don't have to worry about getting into another car that looks like yours,(don't use a MJ as a getaway car you will be easy to find). :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtdesigns Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 Pro of my mj is the lifetime membership to Comanche Club.. Cons Renault Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfpdm Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 Here's one not many of us think about. They have a good crash rating over some newer cars and can withstand some abuse. Check out the video below. I do get a little teary eyed watching it though. Click Here for Video :cheers: Actually Comanches unfortunately have VERY poor crash ratings as far as protecting occupants. NHTSA Star ratings (with 5 being the best) are 2 or 3 stars (depending on year) frontal impact and 1 star :eek: for side impact. LINK: http://www.safecarguide.com/exp/archive/archive.htm The Comanche is actually one of the lowest. Take a look at the video of the Comanche crash and keep this in mind; a score of 1,000 or below is considered "non-fatal" for frontal head injury. The Comanche scored a 1147 driver and 1635 passenger HIC. Not good. LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30iAyJR7rVk&feature=related I used to work as an automotive insurance adjuster so I've seen my fair share of damaged vehicles and injuries. When a vehicle's crush zone collapses it absorbs energy. If it doesn't collapse YOU absorb the energy. I guess using the words "crash rating" was bad on my part. What I was really meaning was the trucks ability to survive a crash better than other cars. If they had airbags, their frontal rating would be a whole lot better. Just look at the rating for the 95-96 XJs. Thing I was looking at with the video was how very little the cab was impacted. Yeah, your going to smack your head but unless your unconscious or your brain is hanging out, you should be able to get out without the jaws of life. Thing I do find kind of screwy with their ratings is that the CJ7 has a 4 star side impact rating. :nuts: 1984--- Jeep Cherokee-------- 2Dr-- 3645 (**** ) (* ) 1989--- Jeep Cherokee-------- 4Dr-- 3284 (** ) (* ) 1990-94 Jeep Cherokee-------- 4Dr-- 3270 (*** ) (*** ) 1995-96 Jeep Cherokee-------- 4Dr-- 2983 (**** ) (**** ) 1997--- Jeep Cherokee--4X4--- 4dr-- 3488 (*** ) (*** ) 1984--- Jeep CJ7------------- 2Dr-- 3180 (**** ) (**** ) 1986--- Jeep Comanche-------- PU--- 3555 (*** ) ( N/A ) 1987--- Jeep Comanche-------- PU--- 3554 (** ) (* ) Sorry for the :hijack: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 The only thing that I dislike about Comanches is the "cozy cabin space" as Pete put it. Drives me nuts!!! I laugh when TJ owners complain about the lack of space in their Jeep. :teehee: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spokes Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 The only thing that I dislike about Comanches is the "cozy cabin space" as Pete put it. Drives me nuts!!! I laugh when TJ owners complain about the lack of space in their Jeep. :teehee: just open the rear window and throw everything in the bed! :clapping: TJ's can't do that :brows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garmj Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 COZY CABIN SPACE? :roll: My DD is a 2004 Dakota Quad Cab and its like driving a SUBURBAN campared to my MJ.But I like the fact this thing will make a U turn on a dime and doesnt burn much gas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtdesigns Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 The only thing that I dislike about Comanches is the "cozy cabin space" as Pete put it. Drives me nuts!!! I laugh when TJ owners complain about the lack of space in their Jeep. :teehee: just open the rear window and throw everything in the bed! :clapping: TJ's can't do that :brows: Wow thats a good idea... Think I'm going to make some sort of trash can right there in the bed under the window! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 I used to collect Mt Dew cans in the bed using the back window method. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComancheKid45 Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 I used to collect Mt Dew cans in the bed using the back window method. :D I Still do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtdesigns Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 Better then Bud Lt cans I suppose... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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