Sandtrooper Concept JK Breaks Cover At Sema

This serious Mopar Concept JK Wrangler has broken cover at Sema in Las Vegas. Looks awesome!

Out4x4 Catalogue Published

New contender in the Jeep JK Wrangler accessory market OUT4x4 has released an online catalogue that is worth checking out. OUT4x4
The catalogue includes all the details of the OUT4x4 Roof Rack System and the newly updated THERMO ROOF PANELS.

The OUT4X4 patented Roof Rack System is derived from a robust infrastructure, fitted to the internal compartment of the Jeep. Once bolted into place the weight from any given load is distributed along the body of the Jeep.

Tested to Australian Standards* and when paired with the recommended RHINO roof racks, the Heavy Hauler Roof rack system is rated to carry an evenly distributed load of 100kgs over two rails, or 120kgs over 3 rails.

The boys at OUT4x4 are off to SEMA in Las Vegas to show their great new product to the American market this month.

Australian Changes For 2013 Wrangler Confirmed

Australian specification changes have been released for 2013 Wrangler but at this stage vehicles are yet to arrive in Australia. Prices are rising by $500 for Sport and $1000 for Rubicon but standard specifications have been upgraded to give more value. Wrangler 2 Door Diesel variants and non Renegade pack soft tops are to customer order only (5 to 6 month wait). Rubicon buyers can still expect a lengthy wait as production for export is still restricted.

The new models feature; 

New wheel design for Rubicon (pictured)

Upgraded premium soft top materials (Rubicon only)

Improved Soft Top functionality (Rear spring lift assist – 4 door only)

New seat foam and trim design for all models

Auto dimming rearview mirror with LED map lights

Tyre pressure monitor display

Side airbags added as standard

Connectivity Group added as standard including Vehicle Information Centre and Bluetooth with Voice Command

Dual Windshield Washer Nozzles

Infinity Audio replaced by Alpine Premium Audio System

Improved Instrument Panel and Centre Console LED Lights

Paint colours added:

True Blue Pearl Coat

Billet metallic clear coat

Commando Green Pearl Coat

Rock Lobster Clear Coat

Paint colours deleted:

Bright Silver metallic clear coat

Flame red clear coat

Winter Chill pearl coat

Black Forest Green Pearl Coat

Late Availability Colours yet to be confirmed for Australia

RIP JK8 - WRANGLER PICKUP OFF THE AGENDA

THE LONG ANTICIPATED WRANGLER PICK UP (JK8) IS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN.
Jeep enthusiasts world wide have long been dreaming about a Wrangler Pickup Utility being produced by Jeep. However it looks seriously un-likley after comments made by Fiat Chrysler Australia CEO Clyde Campbell at the recent Grand Cherokee SRT8 Australian Media lunch that it would need to be a real 1 tonne capacity load carrying truck to make sense in this competitive market segment.

“I think the clear decision is that if you are going to have a pick-up it has got to be a metric-tonne pick-up,” Mr Campbell explained. “It’s got to be a beast that ticks a few boxes.”

Jeep does currently offer a ‘JK-8’ utility conversion kit for the current four-door Wrangler, but it is an oddly shaped load space limited to about 800kg, Mr Campbell explained.

“You couldn’t fit a motorcycle in there, for instance,” he said. “It’s a funny sort of configuration. But it looks fantastic.”

If and when a 1 tonne pickup is built it will most likely be a Dodge branded ute and be designed to take on the market leader Toyota Hilux etc. This leaves the aftermarket builders alone to do there own thing or local Australians can wait for the Mopar Pickup conversion to be approved for Australia.

NEW JK WRANGLER ROOF RACK SYSTEM

At last a sensible roof rack system for the JK Wrangler hardtop roof that looks great and can carry a decent load. The new OUT4x4 Roof Rack System is fully designed, developed and manufactured in Australia.
Even better it can be set up to suit your own personal requirements from simple roof cross bars to full roof cargo systems such as the excellent Rhino range.


The OUT4X4 patented Roof Rack System is derived from a robust infrastructure, fitted to the internal compartment of the Jeep. Once bolted into place the weight from any given load is distributed along the body of the Jeep.

Tested to Australian Standards* and when paired with the recommended RHINO roof racks, the Heavy Hauler Roof rack system is rated to carry an evenly distributed load of 100kgs over two rails, or 120kgs over 3 rails.


OUT4X4′s Heavy Hauler Roof Rack System is the first product of its kind to utilise the inherent strengths of the Jeep JK Wrangler and allow various sized loads to be transported without an external cage system. It has been designed to compliment the existing lines of the Jeep JK Hardtop.
Once installed, the system allows the Jeep JK Wrangler Freedom Panels or entire roof to be removed without dismantling the system.

More Details at OUT4x4

NEW WRANGLER ACCESSORY RANGE COMING SOON

A new range of JK Wrangler accessories is coming soon.
Check out their blog and details OUT4x4