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Discussion in 'Fred's House of Pancakes' started by qbee42, Jan 5, 2012.

  1. qbee42

    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    Auto forums have more in common than many would think, but I do get a kick out of some of the stuff posted by Jeepers. It tends to have a slightly different slant than what you find here.

    As you have probably noticed, Jeep people seem to have an obsession with BIG tires. Here is my latest favorite quote about that topic:

    :D

    Tom
     
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  2. Silver bullit

    Silver bullit Right Lane Cruiser

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    I guess they're not real concerned with rolling resistance
     
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    amm0bob Permanently Junior...

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    Those of us that love our Jeeps know - resistance is futile... :D
     
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  4. qbee42

    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    Or resistance to rolling, for the other items in the simile.

    Tom
     
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    hyo silver Awaaaaay

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    I much prefer the handling of a firm suspension, though it's difficult to find on older models, without resorting to excessive inflation. ;)
     
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    daniel Cat Lovers Against the Bomb

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    I think it's important that the size be in proportion. Neither too small, nor too big is good. Some people may feel that bigger is always better, but lack of proportion is displeasing and inefficient.
     
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  7. qbee42

    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    And it can lead to handling problems. The chance of rollovers also increases, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.

    Tom
     
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    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    The Hybrid equivalent would be: Boobs are like MPG, anything over 38 is just bragging rights.
     
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    Some times you need really big tires,.. our jeep in Moab

    Same jeep doing yard work,.. :D
     

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  10. qbee42

    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    Nice TJ. That is some serious rock crawling.

    Tom
     
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    Rae Vynn Artist In Residence

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    Anyone will tell you... a slightly softer ride IS more comfortable...
     
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