Ok, first entry is a little late so here's a quick recap. I bought my 2008 Black JK Sahara brand new about 3 months ago. Ya, a 2008 in 2009 so what. There it was on the lot and it called to me. It needed a home and I needed a jeep. Since that day i've had nothing but love for it.
I drove it off the lot, brought it home and promptly took the doors off in the name of freedom. I drive it 5 days a week to work, about 30 miles a day.
I might add a winch but mostly i want to keep it as close to stock as possible. I want to keep it. My goal is to drive it till it dies or i do.
Since buying it i've taken my two kids on any trail i can find around Raleigh. Right away i was impressed. I've owned 2 CJ 7 and 2 TJ jeeps and this is by far the most capable stock jeep i've driven.
I've been to Uwharrie National Forrest once. I stayed very conservative and took my son, dad and friend along. We had a great time and i saved going down Daniel for the last part. i got their blood pumping and had a great time.
I've pulled a Uhaul trailer to the mountains near Linville and camped with my family and friends.
i've changed the oil once and was very surprised. i have NEVER had an oil change light go off when i think it should. i made the decision that it was time. Literally on the way to the parts store the change oil light came on.
This Saturday the 25th of July i am taking my first dude's trip to Uwharrie. my wife and kids are still vacationing in MI and the opportunity has arisen. This means the back seat comes out, the sway bar is disconnected and the real trails are found. i'm so looking forward to this; good times shall be had.
Just yesterday i pulled a totally amateur move and the drainage ditch i crossed the day before in two wheel drive swallowed the back of the jeep. What a dumba$$. I knew better and let my mind wander and i was stuck. No biggie tho; got out of it for free with a little help from my friends.
i will be diligent from now on to blog as much as i can about the experiences had in this jeep. i will blog all maintenance with photos etc.
Hopefully the information provided will help those who wish to experience the full potential of their JK.
Namaste
