We are huge fans of the Jeep Wrangler. As an icon on the off-road scene, the Jeep has an infallible reputation for delivering the performance and power that makes driving off the beaten path as fun as it should be. Jeep’s history on the front lines only strengthens its ‘go anywhere, do anything’ status, with its impressive off-road abilities enabling the most avid adventurers to explore where no 4×4 has gone before.
We’ll let Autocar explain more about the off-road experience the Jeep JK promises and the trade off that most discover first-hand rather quickly:
“… like the Defender, it’s a fairly crude experience on the road, with shuddering ride quality and lots of noise, both from the asphalt and through the canvas top. Off road, it feels almost unstoppable, and the running gear is reassuringly mechanical, rather than electronic. The compromise made for off-road ability manifests itself as vague steering and soft suspension, but grip levels are good.”
Yes, Jeep Wrangler models generally fail miserably when driven on tarmac, but with the upgrades below you can improve your driving experience across all terrains.
Customise your curve
Not all JKU upgrades have to be huge overhauls to gain impressive results. The evcX Bluetooth Throttle Controller is testament to that, with this small but perfectly formed device able to be installed quickly, easily and with no special tools or skills.
As the name suggests, the throttle controller gives you the ability to control the throttle curve of your Jeep JK – with impressive results! Embrace better throttle response, reduced throttle lag, enhanced acceleration and improved overall driving experience at the touch of a button.
Find out how much of a difference adding a throttle controller to your setup really makes by reading this handy guide.
Overhaul your diff
For a more mechanically focused modification, our Revolution Gear Axle Rebuild Kit should be on your list of JKU upgrades.
This kit provides all the high quality components to launch your very own rebuild. The result is a race-proven system that will re-gear your diffs to perfection and keep delivering the experience you deserve for many, many years to come.
Upgrade your suspension
A premium suspension kit should be your next upgrade – and do we have the system for you! The Old Man Emu OME Suspension Lift Kit has been specifically designed and developed for the Jeep Wrangler JK JKU. It provides complete suspension for on and off road use, and promises a comfortable and durable system without the poor ride quality, unpredictable handling and safety issues.
Protect your asset
You didn’t invest in a Jeep Wrangler 2007-18 for long, gentle drives in the countryside. It’s a vehicle that can and should be used in the most brutal environments, yet despite its capabilities, it still needs your protection.
Thankfully, we stock a wide range of vehicle protection must-haves to explore, including these ARB Rock Sliders and this ARB Rear Bar Bumper and Wheel Carrier.
Whether it’s better off-road protection you crave or a beefed up system that’s primed for performance, our range of Jeep Wrangler JK JKU (2007-18) upgrades won’t let you down!