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Are there any members Overlanding in KL Trailhawks?
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Its not a Trailhawk but it is a KL Cherokee (Latitude). Here's a link to my build as it unfolds 2019 Jeep Cherokee Build - Exciting Times Ahead
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There are a couple of lift options available for the TH.
These guys seem to have awesome gear for them. Find 2014-2019 Cherokee KL Suspension Products
These guys seem to have awesome gear for them. Find 2014-2019 Cherokee KL Suspension Products
Explorer I
I tried. I had a beautiful 2014 TH fully loaded. Such an awesome vehicle when it worked. It got to the point where I had it at the dealer every Monday morning for something else. I had to get rid of it and swore off Jeep because of it. Such a shame because I really liked that thing a lot. The brown leather was so comfortable. Here it is stuck in the snow at the end of my driveway. LOL
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MFC is going to be my goto I think. The KL that is pictured on the homepage looks awesome.
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Nope, they don't make a snowplow option.
They did have some problems in 2014 and early 2015. But, by 2016 they seem to have worked things out. The main drawback (and selling point) to me is smaller size and limited storage. I'm okay with the size because we will be towing it behind our motorhome across the country. I was going to go with a RTT. But, I think we're going with a SUV tent so we can utilize the roof rack for camping gear. I need the back seat for my service dog to ride and that only leaves the rear floorboard and rear cargo area for inside storage.
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After using my JK unlimited for snow plowing this winter, you don't want to plow with your cherokee. I am selling my plow and getting a full sized rig for clearing duties.
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Nope, they don't make a snowplow option.
They did have some problems in 2014 and early 2015. But, by 2016 they seem to have worked things out. The main drawback (and selling point) to me is smaller size and limited storage. I'm okay with the size because we will be towing it behind our motorhome across the country. I was going to go with a RTT. But, I think we're going with a SUV tent so we can utilize the roof rack for camping gear. I need the back seat for my service dog to ride and that only leaves the rear floorboard and rear cargo area for inside storage.
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Yeah, I traded in my 2014 WK2 for it. I guess it was a dumb move but I really fell in love w/ them. My fault for buying a first year model. My e-mail is still linked to the VIN and the new owner has had it in for service bi weekly it looks like too.
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I have a 2018 Trailhawk that has been a very comfortable and reliable vehicle. My brother has a 2016 limited that has been very reliable as well. Both have the six cylinder. great for two when tent camping for a few days. I use my full size pickup for longer trips so I can carry more supplies. I want the two inch lift and to put 32s on it but have heard of some CV issues afterwards.
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Check out MFC Offroad. They seem to have the most after market stuff related to suspensions etc that I've found so far.
Find 2014-2019 Cherokee KL Suspension Products - MFC Offroad
Ready for a suspension upgrade for your KL? Check out Lift Kits, Long Travel Suspension, Quick Disconnect Swaybars - all custom engineered for your 2014 - 2019 Jeep Cherokee by MFC Offroad.
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I’ve been on their website several times. Looks easy and I need to just do it. As with most stuff, trying to find a Canadian/Ontario distributor is my first. Sometimes it’s cheaper than ordering from the US, paying duty and exchange rates. I’ve also looked at Dobson, Rough country has a cheep lift similar to MFC.Check out MFC Offroad. They seem to have the most after market stuff related to suspensions etc that I've found so far.
Find 2014-2019 Cherokee KL Suspension Products - MFC Offroad
Ready for a suspension upgrade for your KL? Check out Lift Kits, Long Travel Suspension, Quick Disconnect Swaybars - all custom engineered for your 2014 - 2019 Jeep Cherokee by MFC Offroad.
Member I
2017 Trailhawk. Starting my build slowly but surely. What thing's have you guys done along the way that you recommend?
Contributor III
2019 KL TH here. No mods at all since it's a daily driver (when there was such a thing as a commute ;)). It could probably do with more ground clearance, but I don't need that often enough to justify the compromises. The trickiest trails I've completed have been the route to Chloride Cliffs in Death Valley, and parts of Star Lake Road between Bass Lake and Fish Camp (outside Yosemite) where I had to get out a walk about 6- sections in the last few miles - 12-14 inch drop offs are tricky with nine inches of ground clearance ;)
The photo doesn't really capture it well, but this needed a very slow place.
The photo doesn't really capture it well, but this needed a very slow place.
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