I just watched Hatari! this weekend. My wife was making fun of me because she asked, "Why are you watching this?" I told her that I had read the articles on your Hatari! project and wanted to see what your inspiration was. She rolled her eyes and walked off laughing. I can't believe they put an elephant in the back of one of those Jeeps! Maybe Jeep should do that with the new Rubicon Unlimited as a promotional gag. I took my '92 YJ that same day to my friend's parents' ranch and chased some cows and goats around the pasture. Damn, that's fun!
Aaron Ramirez
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I am completely disgusted at your lack of coverage on what could possibly be the best Jeep ever: the Liberty! Just kidding. I know your magazine's thoughts on the Liberty, and I happen to share them. However, I wanted to get your opinion on some of the solid front axle swaps that a few are doing. Does this, in your opinion, redeem this Jeep (and I say that reluctantly) from sissy status? I would think it adds a level of capability to it, but the cost of the parts and fabrication to do it would have to outweigh the benefits.
I just wanted to hear your opinion on it. Oh, and for the record, I drive a TJ and have never contemplated getting rid of it for a Liberty. I almost forgot the suck-up part...your magazine is great. Keep doing what you're doing.
Chris Jasiewicz
Via e-mail
Short Answer: No.
Long answer: If you put a woman in men's clothing does that make her a man? (Christian and Pete, I don't want to hear any comments about my clothing choices.).
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