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Jeep Hurricane...cool but utterly pointless

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Makes sense for those who really, really love offroading.
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Umm, no. For hardcore offroad, you want solid axles, a light chassis, massive articulation (way more important than single wheel clearance), and 670hp is absolutely useless. Simplicity is good to have as well, for when you snap something on the trail and need to fix it yourself.

I will say this is a sweet concept vehicle, even if it has no purpose.
 
hehe looks pretty cool, but what is all that power for? it looks like too much hp for that small of a car no? I think it just needs like a quarter of it. or howabout 2 4cyl engines? hehehe...

 
Originally posted by: Pliablemoose
Originally posted by: AnyMal
Originally posted by: EyeMWing
Originally posted by: AnyMal
I'm fairly sure this concept will never make it to the market
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Agreed. But if Jeep had any testicular fortitude (which they don't) they'd release the suspension and turning hardware as an aftermarket (Or maybe option) package for the Wrangler. They'd make BAJILLIONS.
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If Jeep (Chrysler) would have any testicular fortitude AND common sense they would've never killed the inline 6 cylinder engine, the most loved Jeep engine, but alas...
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I didn't realize they killed the I6🙁
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They didn't. The 4.0L I6 is still available for the Wrangler.

 
Originally posted by: Vic
Originally posted by: Pliablemoose
Originally posted by: AnyMal
Originally posted by: EyeMWing
Originally posted by: AnyMal
I'm fairly sure this concept will never make it to the market
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Agreed. But if Jeep had any testicular fortitude (which they don't) they'd release the suspension and turning hardware as an aftermarket (Or maybe option) package for the Wrangler. They'd make BAJILLIONS.
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If Jeep (Chrysler) would have any testicular fortitude AND common sense they would've never killed the inline 6 cylinder engine, the most loved Jeep engine, but alas...
Click to expand...
I didn't realize they killed the I6🙁
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They didn't. The 4.0L I6 is still available for the Wrangler.
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The very last vestige of the legendary AMC, for those who know.

 
Not going to be made -- least not with that odd "all wheel turn" system as it is an accident/lawsuit waiting to happen.
 
Originally posted by: cmv
Not going to be made -- least not with that odd "all wheel turn" system as it is an accident/lawsuit waiting to happen.
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so long as theres some sort of saftey feature which prevents it from being used over a couple miles per hour it should be fine...course some douche will circumvent it and try it at 80...

 
Originally posted by: Perknose
Originally posted by: Vic
Originally posted by: Pliablemoose
Originally posted by: AnyMal
Originally posted by: EyeMWing
Originally posted by: AnyMal
I'm fairly sure this concept will never make it to the market
Click to expand...
Agreed. But if Jeep had any testicular fortitude (which they don't) they'd release the suspension and turning hardware as an aftermarket (Or maybe option) package for the Wrangler. They'd make BAJILLIONS.
Click to expand...
If Jeep (Chrysler) would have any testicular fortitude AND common sense they would've never killed the inline 6 cylinder engine, the most loved Jeep engine, but alas...
Click to expand...
I didn't realize they killed the I6🙁
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They didn't. The 4.0L I6 is still available for the Wrangler.
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The very last vestige of the legendary AMC, for those who know.
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Correct, the 2.5L I4 was also an AMC carryover, but was killed last year. The V6 was not placed in the Wrangler because it could not meet safety requirements for front-end crashes, unless you enjoy having an engine in your lap. This is the same reason why the 5.7L was not put in the Wrangler, though there is a company called AEV who will do the conversion for a fee ($$$$$$$$).

Regarding the design, it looks very complicated. I couldn't imagine doing the U-Joints on it. Boo to the independent suspension, as well.

Thirdly, it is interesting to see the old Jeep names coming back. The hurricane was the old engine used starting in or around 1950 and up until the 70's it was available. The gladiator is the name of the old Jeep truck back in the day.
 
Originally posted by: Pliablemoose
Gladiator

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First real pics I've seen, wonder if they'll actually make them...
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Just an update, from the little birds that fly around me, I hear that the Gladiator is almost definately coming out. It will be based on the Rescue platform. 😀
 
Originally posted by: LordMorpheus
its got 6 more inches of travel than it has ground clearence!! woah!

way cool, but you are definatly talking single digit miles to the gallon here.
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negative on the mpg .. From what I've read, it can run on 4 of it's 16 cylinders to improve fuel economy. I'm guessing ~20 mpg highway.

now when you stomp on it ... gallons per mile. 🙂
 
Originally posted by: cmv
Not going to be made -- least not with that odd "all wheel turn" system as it is an accident/lawsuit waiting to happen.
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why? GMC/chevy has all wheel turn on their pickups.
 
Looks a bit like the Peugeot concept Hoggar - two engines and off road look. Even if the Hoggar's engines were two smaller diesels. However, I think the Hurricane looks better outside. I don't really like the red-faced interior
Miles per gallon for a 3800 lbs vehicle? I'd say under 20 mpg in best case
Calin
 
Originally posted by: EyeMWing
Originally posted by: AnyMal
I'm fairly sure this concept will never make it to the market
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Agreed. But if Jeep had any testicular fortitude (which they don't) they'd release the suspension and turning hardware as an aftermarket (Or maybe option) package for the Wrangler. They'd make BAJILLIONS.
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The turning hardware would not fit on any other "normal" car without extensive modifications.
 
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