Your 10 Most Asked Jeep Wrangler Questions Answered

Your 10 Most Asked Jeep Wrangler Questions Answered - Coffee One Take

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Күн бұрын

What’s a Jeep Wrangler like to drive on long trips, why haven’t I installed a roof rack on the Jeep and why did I sell the 4xe? Well, I’ve owned a handful of Jeeps Wrangler over the last several years and I get lots of great questions about the Wrangler from so many of you, so I thought I’d sit down this morning over a cup of coffee and answer the most common questions I’ve been getting lately.
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0:00 Introduction
2:26 Do I Like the Jeep Wrangler 392
4:00 How Does the Jeep Wrangler Do on Long Trips
5:54 Why Do I Not Have Roof Rack or Roof Top Tent
8:34 Wrangler vs. Bronco
10:02 Amber Dust Lights
12:22 TrailRecon Adventure Blend Coffee
13:27 Fitting 37" Tires on Jeep Wrangler 392
15:59 Jeep Wrangler 392 MPG
18:29 Why I Sold the Jeep Wrangler 4xe
21:01How Well Does the Jeep Wrangler 392 Tow
22:19 Will I Buy and Electric Jeep

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@davidfrantz3473 Жыл бұрын

"never would I have thought that I'd have a youtube channel..." Brad. If you randomly showed me an episode of TrailRecon and said it was a new adventure documentary series on PBS, I'd 100% believe you. Your cinemetography, editing, and visual storytelling are AMAZING. I always look forward to your uploads.

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thanks! But this really is a happy accident. My wife calls me an "accidental KZfaqr!"

@misterrc51 Жыл бұрын

@@TrailRecon 😂😂😂👍👍0lllllll0👍👍392👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

@travelinman482 Жыл бұрын

@@TrailRecon No one cared that you "sold off" your 4XE Wrangler. No serious off-roader or overlander is going to buy an electric Jeep. Optimal (Hwy) fuel efficiency range is between 50-55 mph. Love your videos. Subscribed a long time ago.

@1vegasdood Жыл бұрын

I agree 100000%

@adspie Жыл бұрын

@@TrailRecon Is it worth buying 392 for long term? Road trip and day-to-day drive?

@jamesmcgarry8660 Жыл бұрын

Not a coincidence that the channel took off once Regena came on fulltime. Seriously, you both are genuine and very laid back making this all very enjoyable.

@regenakowitz Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ☺

@garyleibitzke4166 Жыл бұрын

I once drove a 1970 Jeep CJ5 with a 225 V6 with no doors and only a bikini top from San Diego to the Rubicon Trail. That was an interesting trip.

@rflash3 Жыл бұрын

This channel is a huge part of the reason that I got a Jeep in the first place and why I have fell in love with the Jeep community. Huge congrats to you Brad on 500k and looking forward to another 500k going forward!

@Malc664 Жыл бұрын

It's no surprise you have over 500K subscribers as you're a very nice guy doing a fantastic job with your videos. You speak very well and are very easy to listen to all day. Congratulations Brad & Regena. Love Regena's cooking. :)

@regenakowitz Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ☺

@rubiconadventurewithscotty3258 Жыл бұрын

Try making such a production - it is massive effort. Big respect

@someguyonline377 Жыл бұрын

good people, personable and a veteran having adventures that many of us can only dream of having. We live vicariously though you and your videos. Many thanks for the work and effort to share with us all.

@wheel1775 Жыл бұрын

I can vouch for that. My son and I ran into him and his wife while they were on their way home from a trip. I could tell they were tired, and wanted to get home, so we didn't talk too long. But they were still gracious, and spoke with my son and me for a few minutes.

@someguyonline377 Жыл бұрын

@@wheel1775 awesome, appreciate you sharing

@nealjohnson1461 Жыл бұрын

Chief I would like to say I’m surprised that you have 500k subscribers but having met you I am not surprised at all. Thank you for all you do for the off road community. My friend Jeff and I are still honored that you were able to send Jeff the get well message from OE West. Thanks for all the great content and safe travels !!

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@lay1back Жыл бұрын

I bough a new Gladiator. A good friend who is interested in buying one asked me how it drove. I told him it drives like a Jeep…like the Jeep I bought in the 80’s.

@TaleOfTwoIdiots Жыл бұрын

It’s funny, I’ve heard folks say that Jeeps aren’t quiet or comfortable, but I’ve driven across the continent a dozen or more times in the last 30 years, 4 or 5 times already in my 2018 JLU, and I find it an absolutely awesome experience. Interestingly, we just completed our first (7,000+ mile) trip with a 3rd person in our jeep and discovered - much to my surprise - that the back seat is actually roomy and comfortable as well. I think it's a great truck for long-distance travel.

@321jono Жыл бұрын

I live in West Virginia. I bought a 2door stick 2021 in Kellogg, Idaho. Wife and I flew out with a tent and some clothes and took about 7 days driving cross country back home. A few nights sleeping in our seats, and some in a tent. Amazingly comfortable drive, super fun, and probably my happiest memory of my life.

@bitshuffler1 Жыл бұрын

I just found your channel. Thanks for the videos. After years in the Navy (MMC/SS/DV), I understand your dedication to coffee. Thanks Master.

@billwaterhouse5894 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on the 500K subs for our channel Brad, Regina and family. Fantastic channel and so well deserved

@SeanHavlik 6 ай бұрын

One year later, he is selling the 392 to build a gladiator. Haha. Like so many others have said, you helped to get me into a Jeep and I’m thankful for it. I love this community, the lifestyle, and your informative videos-they have given me a lot of inspiration for my build.

@jeeb4x4 Жыл бұрын

The fact that you thank so many people who like and subscribe to your channel is solely your own merit! All your work gives you back what you deserve. Hope more people find your channel, subscribe and enjoy it as much as I do! Keep up what you're doing and I look forward to following you in the future!

@vivalapete7504 Жыл бұрын

I drove my jku from Miami, Fl to Flagstaff, AZ. It was a 2 week trip. I had a blast. Plenty of room for 2. Only con… After driving 12-15 hrs per day, hard plastic in the arm rest against my elbows started to have discomfort. Easy fix though, just use pillows to rest your arms.

@momoGuavajelly Жыл бұрын

Came to the channel a few years ago as I was in the market for either a Wrangler or 4Runner, but have stayed a subscriber b/c of the good people you & your family are.

@w55ks Жыл бұрын

You bring joy to us Brad. We care about you. Hope your channel continues to climb. You and yours are good people 👍

@kpjkur513 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on the 500k milestone. I always enjoy your high quality content!!

@alwaysboatin659 Жыл бұрын

I love your channel. We are first time jeep owners from Illinois (land of no trails). We don’t have the ability to travel to overland, but love to live vicariously through your channel while keeping our lifted JL on the pavement. Congrats on 500k.

@e5toro7008 Жыл бұрын

We drove my wife's Rubicon to Arizona and back from Socal and also from our home to Lake Tahoe a few years ago. Not the most comfortable, but loads of fun once we arrived at our destinations. We recently made the same trips in my lifted Lexus GX460 and the comfort is night and day. My GX wins hands down and we can also have loads of fun at our destinations with the GX, except for technical rock crawling. But, and it's a big BUT, 😆 the GX is a V8 and the Rubicon is a V6 so yeah, there's that. ⛽️ We love them both and alternate depending on feel and destination, and duration of trip. Love your content. Keep it up! 👍

@peteacevedo3411 Жыл бұрын

Brad congratulations on your 500k your reviews are honest and I really like your “one take” videos. Safe travels.

@roncoleman6215 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on 500k Brad. I’ve been watching your videos for years, we appreciate your work all the way from Australia 🇦🇺

@dtom420 Жыл бұрын

I don’t own or drive a Jeep (I’m a full size diesel guy, lol!) but I’ve been subscribed for quite a while and love your content. Gives me lots to think about. Congrats on your tremendous milestone! I’ll bet you end up doubling the followers, or more. 👊😉 Happy Trails!

@chaddamewood9840 Жыл бұрын

Best channel on KZfaq. Thanks for all the good content, Brad.

@2kviper877 Жыл бұрын

Another great Video! Congrats on the 1/2 Million Subscribers! I'm on my 13th Jeep. A 392 and I love this thing. I use it as my daily driver and every minute is a blastl

@mikepierson3097 Жыл бұрын

Congrats, Brad! You deserve the success, you worked hard and you were rewarded.

@cadenknight1617 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 500,000 subscribers, I have been a long time viewer. Your comments on the 392's trail MPG are very accurate. I was surprised when I did the math and got 2.2 MPG on the Rubicon Trail

@RocklanderUSA Жыл бұрын

Congrats, Brad!

@tarheelcountry1868 Жыл бұрын

Honestly your indecision on newer jeeps and curious investigative approach in all your videos has really helped me personally make a decision on a newer jeep gladiator. I also have an 82 scrambler so I was hesitant of the gladiators quality but seeing your videos has really helped. Also the way that you present the trails that you are on and the trips, makes it really easy and fun to follow. Don’t knock yourself too hard; what you attribute as maybe bad has actually helped a LOT of people. As a side note; the gladiator with a standard transmission has preformed much better in a truck capacity than what complaints I have seen from the auto

@IronWolfOverland Жыл бұрын

Very interesting! We’re loving our Rubicon 4xe, but we match the criteria you list.

@LYates1983 Жыл бұрын

You and Marco need to get the JKs back out on a multiple day adventure with some hard wheeling/camping. Miss the old wheeling content.

@jameskocsis8537 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on 500K viewers. 🎉 I really love watching your videos.

@mikegallagher2732 Жыл бұрын

Brad, You are AWESOME sir, And i LOVE this CHANNEL !!! 500 K !!!!!! WELL Deserved ...

@smiller6238 Жыл бұрын

Congrats and thank you for the entertainment and information.

@tacoma_jon Жыл бұрын

A huge congratulations on the 500k Brad. I don’t even own a jeep and I’ve been a subscriber for a few years now

@OutontheTrails Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info on driving the Jeep long distance. We’re leaving in our 2door JL Rubi from SoCal straight to Wisconsin to pick up our new teardrop off road trailer. A 2.5 week trip. I’ll have to remind myself that the ride won’t be too cushy then I won’t be disappointed. 😛 Congrats on the 500k+ subscribers!🎉

@ArkhamsFinest4 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Brad and Regina for all you do. My wife any myself have learned so much from you both and look forward to the continued adventures you take.

@regenakowitz Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching the channel and I'm glad that you've been able to take some knowledge away from it! ☺

@Lokkiism Жыл бұрын

Keeping it truthful and real is why you have 500k subs. Congrats 🎊

@cliffrockadventures Жыл бұрын

500+k subscribers...well deserved! Congratulations!

@jimmethven8074 Жыл бұрын

Terrific video and congratulations on your channel. It's very nice to watch and follow along. I'm going to bust your chops as well about flipping vehicles. :-) Yes, I agree the V8 is a tremendous towing machine. The V6 just can't compare. I have had V8s in a Defender and Hummer H3T alpha that were great to drive. Both with very similar MPG numbers. My current Gladiator would be traded in a flat second if they started putting a V8 in them. But for now it suits my needs and I can drive like a grandpa keeping my 20Mpg (barely) and still have fun. Keep up the terrific work and again Congratulations from a fellow Veteran.

@mikeforster8798 Жыл бұрын

Another great video from one of just a handful of channels I watch. Congrats on the 500k subscribers but is is a shock really? You make great videos and thank YOU for making them. Its fun to tag along through video, the great trips you go on.

@johnomahony7364 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 500k Brad. The channel constantly getting better with content and cinematography. You can always tell when somebody is loving what they do. Keep the vids coming bro!! 😁

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Michael_Tran Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on 500K subscribers...what a journey!

@fscottgray9784 Жыл бұрын

What people may not know is that you don't really feel the trailer is a hinderance when you have the power of a 392. Having that power on tap just makes things so easy when towing. I am loving outfitting my new power wagon for overlanding using a Kodiak canvas truck tent, drawers in the bed and Icky concepts Molle panels. Working great so far.

@billcumbie2620 Жыл бұрын

Very good information. Thank you.

@craigroosa9321 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on the 500 k subscribers ! Saw your Jeep and trailer at the Loveland Overland Expo ,very sweet set up ! Would have been too cool to meet you but missed you ! Awesome channel and watch every vid you put out . Safe travels !

@jimkirkland7147 Жыл бұрын

Hey Brad...the Captain Here!! Coffee!!! I had to laugh out loud when you mentioned the aroma of your Adventure Blend. The last 3 mornings in a row I found myself with my nose in your bag of coffee just enjoying that special aroma so much. Just standing in the ole kitchen taking it in. Did not do that with my previous choices. Just make it and drink those. So here is the request. I bet there is an interesting story about the development of your coffee. How you came upon the Maple and Bourbon flavor, the packaging, testing testing testing!. Friends and family were your guinea pigs?? How about Marco?? Bet he was part of the test team?? How about a fun video, Coffee One Take, on Coffee Development and the Testing.???.

@BossHoggG8 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 500k. Well deserved.

@janhbhugo5085 Жыл бұрын

Well done ! You do an great job !

@wardperozuk2782 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on the subscriber count. Been here since close to the beginning and enjoy the content. When you come to Canada, do not exclude a fishing trip in northern SK! Keep the videos coming and say goodbye to the Bronco for me!😂😂. Oh, and thanks Regena for being genuine and bringing another friendly face to the channel. Hopefully we will cross paths on the trails in AZ this winter. Cheers.

@regenakowitz Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ☺

@rxmonkey5946 Жыл бұрын

Congrats Brad! Love your channel, insight and knowledge that you share with us. It is much appreciated!

@Clouder77 Жыл бұрын

I agree about the 4xe. I had it for a year and traded it in for an EcoDiesel.

@dougmoore5923 Жыл бұрын

No wonder your channel does so well. A sharp clean-cut friend kind of guy at the helm!

@FBCTrona Жыл бұрын

Brad the reason that so many like your channel is not just simply the information on it but that I can sit down my family in front of it and enjoy it without worrying about anything inappropriate. Your channel always stirs more curiosity that makes us get into the Jeep and head off into the mountains

@TrailRecon Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@dmwi1549 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 1/2 Million subscribers! Well done!

@wheatfieldproductions1564 Жыл бұрын

God Bless your channel Brad, thanks for the good videos, hope you hit the 10M subs. soon.

@charliesullivan1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great content over the years. Hope to run into y'all in CO one day, in our 392XR. :)

@vernvartdal6479 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 500k. You are the one I chose. Especially on videos like this I find your comment very similar to what I would say. Different vehicle, different +\- similar thoughts and feelings. I drip coffee into a growler, but whiskey maple? Looking forward to trying it.

@bootmender Жыл бұрын

Great video. 👏👏👏❤️👍👍👍❤️ you answered a lot of questions for me..

@samwatts4309 Жыл бұрын

I like the 392, minus the blinker fluid!!🤣🐊😎

@scotthughes29 Жыл бұрын

Great shirt! Good choice for coffee talk.

@dbasiliere Жыл бұрын

Brad, I have a 4xe and after I use up the battery (30 miles in the summer and 20 or less in the winter) I get 20 on the Interstate and 24 on the secondary roads. Of course that is behaving myself with the throttle. If you spank it, that little 4 banger will gobble gas. BTW, I love your 392 and trailer setup, very cool. I also like that Jeep calls it a 392 (old school nomenclature) rather than a 6.4 liter. Reminiscing; I remember when my parents towed a 32 foot camper, they had a Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham with a 472 ci. (7.7 liter) GM V8 with 830 cfm Rochester carb. It put out 525 ft lbs torque and had rear load leveling air suspension. Ancient tech and when I look back it was quite ugly, however in it's day we thought it was nice.

@williamtufts3600 Жыл бұрын

I think a cool video would be for you to find a 4 Runner and owner or some type of overland vehicle that you have not overlanded with. Then swap with them for a short trip. You drive and use their setup. They drive and use your setup. Then you can do a follow up with what they like/hate about a jeep and your setup. Then a follow up with what you like/hate about their setup. Would be a cool point of view fron 2 drivers in rigs/setups they've never used before.

@bungieking9468 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great content. I love the tee shirt!

@DeadOnTrail Жыл бұрын

Ordered my 23 392 XR can't wait to get it missed yah at the rocky mountain expo. Spoke to Matt and he was talking all about how you like the 392 glad you still like it. Would love more build videos on it!

@wildcrazydiamond. Жыл бұрын

I just bought my first jeep gladiator truck last Wednesday is so amazing

@johnborgen8497 Жыл бұрын

I like his variety of vehicles. My only question is what's going on with the Ram Power Wagon? His review on his convinced me to get a Ram truck instead of a Jeep. But always enjoy and appreciate the content he shares. Thanks Brad.

@christophergreathouse501 Жыл бұрын

The wife and I, back in 2020 took a JLU from Auburn, AL to the Grand Canyon and back, and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was a rental, and it had the 2.0T and we were getting about 20 mpg.

@austinb5735 Жыл бұрын

This is an awesome channel!!! Thanks for the entertainment

@JohnC686 Жыл бұрын

I'm so far behind I didn't know you got the 392. That's awesome!

@kb9liq Жыл бұрын

Been watching your channel on and off and right now watching it I get sad. My regular car has been broken down for 4 months. Watching some Jeep videos reminds me how nice it would be to get out with the local jeep club and have some great fellowship with others but it is just something I will only be able to dream about. I will just keep sitting at home and watching and that will have to be my fellowship

@bendmacmanufacturing2744 Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way about my 4xe loving it everyday

@Santiago-vy8fy Жыл бұрын

I love the compact space of my wrangler. The interior Is the reason I bought it.

@dirkvanreenen5665 Жыл бұрын

I felt like you told me directly in this video to go buy a 392😂. Kristin and I have been talking about it and may need to start seriously thinking about it! Great info, thanks for always adding value! See you soon

@regenakowitz Жыл бұрын

Tell Kristin she can totally blame Brad if you end up with a 392! 😂 Brad is headed your way and is excited to see the latest and greatest at Merus. I'm excited for the event in October and finally getting to meet Kristin in person! She was so kind and helpful in sorting out Brad's birthday cake! ☺

@DrXtoph Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 0.5Mill! Love your work.

@michaelyoung3337 Жыл бұрын

I was also a little disappointed when you sold the 4xe, I was looking forward to a trusted long-term review. But still love the channel and glad the 392 is meeting your needs.

@daveoffroad7396 Жыл бұрын

Nice t shirt Brad....and congratulations on a 1/2..million subscribers..!!

@rickwatson1000 Жыл бұрын

congratulations Brad !! Your welcome

@mkvance15 Жыл бұрын

I own a ‘19 Wrangler Sport (2 door) with a Bestop Sunrider, and manual transmission. I live in Iowa and the Jeep has been to the California north coast 3 times in two years. It’s my daily driver/farm truck/camping rig, pulling a SylvanSport Go with kayaks/adventure vehicle. It rides like a truck, but I’ve spent 12+ hours behind the wheel with just gas stops multiple times, and emerged without stiffness or soreness. Knowing I can jump off the main road, to the back road, to the trail or the cow path, makes every trip open to possible adventures. Like Brad, I would recommend!

@jeeproverbydesign Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 590K!! Maybe for the next Coffee One Take, you can let us know if you’ll be getting the new Grand Cherokee Trailhawk. Regina sure did seem to like it when y’all drove one at Moab. Keep up the good work!!!!

@felixbinette9752 Жыл бұрын

Bought a recon Rubicon Wrangler. Absolutely love it. My wife and I sold our 4 runner. We missed our TJ ciunky jeep what an upgrade. Been watching you a long time. Missed a lot but drop in quite often . 👍

@felixbinette9752 Жыл бұрын

I have never had a channel tell me they have something for me

@stevenforrest2378 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on reaching a half million of us!

@JEEP-N-DIRT Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 500k subscribers. I'm only 499,976 subscribers behind you. Lol. I'm a faithful fan and truly enjoy your content, videography skills, and the way you just present your channel, people, and travels. Also want to say how much I appreciate your new content with the wife. Regina is very much like my wife and I constantly find myself having conversations with her talking about how your wife makes it looks so easy. Great job!

@regenakowitz Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I don't know if I make things look easy...but I am having fun! 😉

@kenworth1824 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations Brad!!! You deserve it!!! My question is a simple one. Do you still have your silver Jeep? You know, the one with the rooftop tent, new axels, and all of the rest! My favorite channel! Enjoy the success! You deserve it!

@regenakowitz Жыл бұрын

We still have Wallace. He's the OG Jeep that started it all and isn't going anywhere!☺

@kenworth1824 Жыл бұрын

@@regenakowitz Sweet! I was just wondering. Its been a while since I've seen it. I was begining to wondering about it.

@xTwisteDx 11 ай бұрын

I'm so happy you said that about the 392. I own a Gator, and I desire more power. I would love a 392 Gladiator so so so much, but if that day never comes I'll be getting the wrangler. Yes my note (High Altitude) is huge, but it's such a fun ride I don't even sweat the note.

@shiftintohigh5564 Жыл бұрын

Great subject. I rented 2 Wranglers in Colorado before trading a Gr Cherokee Traihawk For a 22 Rubi XR. Just got back from a 3400 mile trip. No regrets. 2.0 T just works👍👍😎🇺🇸

@floridamanoverland4378 Жыл бұрын

Great one take!

@andysolorzano4126 Жыл бұрын

Yah, congratulations on the 1/2 million subscribers! It's not surprising. Anyone that is serious about off roading and overlanding, knows to come to TrailRecon for the best info and vids.

@Sheerahboom87 Жыл бұрын

love Trailrecon! he rocks!

@djp1234 Жыл бұрын

The wrangler feels like driving a tank compared to other cars. It feels really solid and heavy duty and I love that.

@kota-dx7iq Жыл бұрын

Patiently waiting for my black 2023 392 XR 😊

@Stuka87 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on 500K!! Still looking forward to when you take the Cherokee out! ;)

@jeremyanderson605 Жыл бұрын

Thank you and your family for all the great content over the years! You have definitely inspired me to get out! And I truly appreciate the couple times when you’ve replied to my questions on IG

@CraigSimons Жыл бұрын

Dude, your shirt is AWESOME! I need one!

@williamkmathison3739 Жыл бұрын

In addition to front end cameras, I think the JL & JT should put hood locks on the Wrangler. In this day and age, I hesitate to leave my Jeep in a rural parking lot to take a hike. Thanks for all the good information!

@Joes-Adventures71 Жыл бұрын

I can get 19 mpg average on long trips (minus offroad) of course with 35's and the stock 3.73's. This is what keeps me from going to 37s. It goes everywhere I want to go. I would love 37s because its just the best look however it's so tuned in right now with 35s for performance and mileage for what I do.

@Wrangzilla Жыл бұрын

If I keep my speed to about 65 on long trips, I have get just south of 19 with 37's and a lot of extra weight. edit: that's with the 3.6 non etouque.