STERLING STINGER Posted December 16, 2009 Posted December 16, 2009 this thing rules does anyone know if there out or not?
A_Town_MJ Posted December 16, 2009 Posted December 16, 2009 The dodge dealer i used to work at, recently got a "RubiTrux" now thats pretty badass. I agree with 89eliminator get a real gladiator, with a big ole V-8 much cooler. :brows:
Jeepman Posted December 16, 2009 Posted December 16, 2009 From my understanding they want to make the New Gladiator but it is not going to happen... I myself Would sell off the two MJ's I have now and Buy that New Gladiator Concept truck if not just for the fact it is a Cab and a Half let alone all the other cool things on the truck... First thing I would do thou would be to remove the V6 and drop in a Hemi or a Diesel...
STERLING STINGER Posted December 16, 2009 Author Posted December 16, 2009 meh, get a real gladiator i know...keep it old school.I'm more old school than anyone BUT>>>>>>>>>>that new one is cool as a cucumber
DirtyComanche Posted December 16, 2009 Posted December 16, 2009 The concept has been dead for a long time. It never had a chance anyways. It would compete directly with the dakota and 1500 series dodge trucks. But, I could see them redesigning it to be smaller, entirely unibody, not jeep appearing, and featuring IFS/IRS, FWD standard and 4WD optional. Something we could all be proud to call a jeep.
Pete M Posted December 16, 2009 Posted December 16, 2009 this thing rules does anyone know if there out or not? I saw at the Chrysler storage building. Essentially Chrysler is keeping it and they take it around on tours with other Jeep concepts and rare jeeps. :thumbsup:
kro10000 Posted December 16, 2009 Posted December 16, 2009 But, I could see them redesigning it to be smaller, entirely unibody, not jeep appearing, and featuring IFS/IRS, FWD standard and 4WD optional. Something we could all be proud to call a jeep. I hope you're joking... I can't wait for the death of the compass Theres a little fight to bring a "scrambler" to the table, but it wasn't included in the chrysler-fiat 5 year plan they released lately. (on a side note, if you haven't read that yet, you should http://www.allpar.com/corporate/chrysle ... -plan.html)
Automan2164 Posted December 16, 2009 Posted December 16, 2009 I saw at the Chrysler storage building. Essentially Chrysler is keeping it and they take it around on tours with other Jeep concepts and rare jeeps. :thumbsup: You lucky son of a... Rob L. ;)
DirtyComanche Posted December 17, 2009 Posted December 17, 2009 But, I could see them redesigning it to be smaller, entirely unibody, not jeep appearing, and featuring IFS/IRS, FWD standard and 4WD optional. Something we could all be proud to call a jeep. I hope you're joking... I can't wait for the death of the compass Theres a little fight to bring a "scrambler" to the table, but it wasn't included in the chrysler-fiat 5 year plan they released lately. (on a side note, if you haven't read that yet, you should http://www.allpar.com/corporate/chrysle ... -plan.html) They have a 'unibody pickup' in the works as a potential for 2011, under the 'Ram' lineup. Since they're a bunch of retards anyways; I could easily see somebody deciding it would sell better with 'Jeep' on the tailgate, if such a truck even featured something that one could actually call a tailgate (I have visions of a complicated 3-piece design consisting of mostly poorly fitting plastic parts). Looking at the direction they're taking with their engines, I would not be surprised if it featured a transverse mounted abomination coupled with a gearbox that could make a peugeot seem reliable. I imagine the use of plastic would also be quite prevalent in the driveline too, since it's economical and light weight. And what latte-sipping yuppie would even consider buying something with the 'harsh' ride of a solid axle? Hell, if they build another light truck I think we could all be happy if the actual usable payload capacity equated to more than a couple 2x4s. They're still better managed than GM.
Pete M Posted December 17, 2009 Posted December 17, 2009 I saw at the Chrysler storage building. Essentially Chrysler is keeping it and they take it around on tours with other Jeep concepts and rare jeeps. :thumbsup: You lucky son of a... Rob L. ;) I wanna go back. you ever get a response from that guy about the Thunder Chief?
Automan2164 Posted December 17, 2009 Posted December 17, 2009 Not yet :dunno: But he did say he was going to wait until he had a reason to get back to it. Rob L.
Pete M Posted December 17, 2009 Posted December 17, 2009 huh? it's right back there. pull off the cover and snap some pics. :fs1: :dunno:
dasbulliwagen Posted December 17, 2009 Posted December 17, 2009 Didnt I read somewhere that Chrysler is building those for the Egyptian Military? Or some version therin? I think they were even diesel powered. It would be cool though!
STERLING STINGER Posted December 17, 2009 Author Posted December 17, 2009 But, I could see them redesigning it to be smaller, entirely unibody, not jeep appearing, and featuring IFS/IRS, FWD standard and 4WD optional. Something we could all be proud to call a jeep. I hope you're joking... I can't wait for the death of the compass Theres a little fight to bring a "scrambler" to the table, but it wasn't included in the chrysler-fiat 5 year plan they released lately. (on a side note, if you haven't read that yet, you should http://www.allpar.com/corporate/chrysle ... -plan.html) They have a 'unibody pickup' in the works as a potential for 2011, under the 'Ram' lineup. Since they're a bunch of retards anyways; I could easily see somebody deciding it would sell better with 'Jeep' on the tailgate, if such a truck even featured something that one could actually call a tailgate (I have visions of a complicated 3-piece design consisting of mostly poorly fitting plastic parts). Looking at the direction they're taking with their engines, I would not be surprised if it featured a transverse mounted abomination coupled with a gearbox that could make a peugeot seem reliable. I imagine the use of plastic would also be quite prevalent in the driveline too, since it's economical and light weight. And what latte-sipping yuppie would even consider buying something with the 'harsh' ride of a solid axle? Hell, if they build another light truck I think we could all be happy if the actual usable payload capacity equated to more than a couple 2x4s. They're still better managed than GM. what are you talking about???? is that english your speaking? transverse mounted abomination coupled with a gearbox ..... really? :huh???:
freakjeep93 Posted December 17, 2009 Posted December 17, 2009 he is referring to the stupid way auto makers make trucks nowadays. godammit their trucks. they used to be made to ride rough tow big stuff and go offroad.....
DirtyComanche Posted December 17, 2009 Posted December 17, 2009 he is referring to the stupid way auto makers make trucks nowadays.godammit their trucks. they used to be made to ride rough tow big stuff and go offroad..... Exactly.
STERLING STINGER Posted December 18, 2009 Author Posted December 18, 2009 oh....yeah, i agree new trucks have no character and are assembled by monkeys and computers i still like the gladiator and the hurricane, my pic
dunl Posted December 18, 2009 Posted December 18, 2009 Th MJ is more of a "truck" than my 03 Dodge 3500 will ever be. :(
STERLING STINGER Posted December 19, 2009 Author Posted December 19, 2009 Th MJ is more of a "truck" than my 03 Dodge 3500 will ever be. :( why do you say that....thats a bigger truck and motor.....what its built weak or something?
freakjeep93 Posted December 19, 2009 Posted December 19, 2009 Th MJ is more of a "truck" than my 03 Dodge 3500 will ever be. :( why do you say that....thats a bigger truck and motor.....what its built weak or something? the mj has boxed frame tons of opewer for its size 4wd tats strong for its size and can go WAY more places stock then a modified ram 3500 could go.
Automan2164 Posted December 19, 2009 Posted December 19, 2009 Th MJ is more of a "truck" than my 03 Dodge 3500 will ever be. :( why do you say that....thats a bigger truck and motor.....what its built weak or something? the mj has boxed frame tons of opewer for its size 4wd tats strong for its size and can go WAY more places stock then a modified ram 3500 could go. Nah, I think he was referring to what a truck "Used to be". Back when the MJ's were made, it was uncommon to find amenities like power windows and locks, cushy seats, cd players, power seats... Now they have all that and more... The MJ is much more closer to its "Utilitarian" roots, and therefore more of a truck than any cushy, plush ride of a newer truck could be. Rob L.
freakjeep93 Posted December 19, 2009 Posted December 19, 2009 perhaps but i still stand by my reason.
carnuck Posted December 22, 2009 Posted December 22, 2009 Nothing like REAL Gladiators! My latest '82 Honcho (360/T18A/NP208 from it are for sale. It's getting my 304/AX-15/NP208) My long term mini monster truck '84 J10 with 1 ton axles (4.6L stroker AW4/NV241 OR) '76 J10 shortbox with J20 axles (currently parting/selling as project) Image Not Found '83 J10 long box I'm parting (currently 4.2L AW4 NP208) Image Not Found RIP '73 J4000 Image Not Found
STERLING STINGER Posted December 22, 2009 Author Posted December 22, 2009 wow nice pics....must be nice :D
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