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: The first 08 is here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


championjeep
08-02-2007, 04:22 PM
Interior................WOW big improvement!!!!!!! Looks outstanding!!!! Front end has changed from 07, inside the car though.....WOW again!!!!!

Pics are uploaded now......



http://s100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/

enjoy guys!!! I will answer all questions tomorrow

LI-SRT8
08-02-2007, 04:27 PM
F5 F5 F5 F5 - I can't stand the anticipation!

omegaman
08-02-2007, 04:30 PM
Its been 5 minutes already!!!!

srt8 for me
08-02-2007, 04:30 PM
5 minutes are out :cool:

kloeBear
08-02-2007, 04:32 PM
just to speed things up, im posting them here...


http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/4.jpg
[IMG]http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/3.jpg
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/5.jpg
[IMG]http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/6.jpg
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/7.jpg
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/8.jpg
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/9.jpg
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/11.jpg
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/1.jpg
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/2.jpg

championjeep
08-02-2007, 04:33 PM
Look again:D :D :D

LI-SRT8
08-02-2007, 04:34 PM
Awesome - thanks!

rashedSRT8
08-02-2007, 04:37 PM
nice it looks way much better

GodfatherSRT8
08-02-2007, 04:40 PM
holy crap. They gave it the all plastic keys, like the benz. Personally I dont like those keys. Interior looks nicer now.

adam
08-02-2007, 04:45 PM
ahh man now i want an 08 ..............

VaSpeed
08-02-2007, 04:47 PM
Why It Not Loading

guyrobert
08-02-2007, 04:49 PM
Looks great! I'm pumped. Don tell them to finish mine and ship it out.
The sooner the better. Cheers

VaSpeed
08-02-2007, 04:52 PM
oh same old sh*t

navyavi469
08-02-2007, 04:55 PM
Someone please post the pictures IN THIS THREAD, i can't access the photobucket site, stupid government computer!!!

Rick G
08-02-2007, 05:05 PM
Glad I got an 07. :p

bruso
08-02-2007, 05:09 PM
not such a big deal...a little fresh'n up thats all.

Theft
08-02-2007, 05:13 PM
oh same old sh*t

Yea pretty much.

Razorecko
08-02-2007, 05:35 PM
Glad I got an 07. :p

lol, yea me too - rounded front 'ftl' , I wonder if the rounded out all the other curves on the car. The interior is nice -but they should have darkened out the roofliner and pillars also. I like how they have just "srt" on the seats now instead of "srt8". The big question on my mind is how does it ride ? and what other restrictions/limitations did DCX put on or take off.

PKI
08-02-2007, 05:36 PM
Someone please post the pictures IN THIS THREAD, i can't access the photobucket site, stupid government computer!!!

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/1.jpg


http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/2.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/3.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/4.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/5.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/6.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/7.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/8.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/9.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/11.jpg

Razorecko
08-02-2007, 05:40 PM
I like the dark color interior. Eh..the orange side markers wrap around to the front.

Inferno SRT8
08-02-2007, 05:54 PM
I like the the new interior color, hate that it only says SRT. I like the new (old) key and that they added a 115v outlet in the back. The HID's IMO are fugly, they brought the yellow closer to the front, why? No clue, nice front bumper. The mygig is awesome and they made the dash a tad better with more aluminum inserts on the vents. All in all not bad improvements but not enough to trade mine in, yet.

Ill wait till the 2009-2010 when they upgrade the engine and mine will be traded in, I WANT THE 6.4L HEMI!

Razorecko
08-02-2007, 06:02 PM
I concur, for a 6.4L hemi the thing can look like a rav4 and i'd buy it :D

Inferno SRT8
08-02-2007, 06:06 PM
I concur, for a 6.4L hemi the thing can look like a rav4 and i'd buy it :D



Well not a rav4 we could put wings on it and take off with a 6.4L it so lite!

But I agree, for the guys who already have a 2006 or an early 2007 why trade up, I want some BIGGER changes and maybe a new body style. Either way 525 HP from the factory is why im waiting.

Anyway my 2006 freak is faster! :)

PALELLA
08-02-2007, 06:10 PM
Who's is it????? Just spoke to Don. That's supposed to be mine!!!!! WOOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

teda
08-02-2007, 07:18 PM
Who's is it????? Just spoke to Don. That's supposed to be mine!!!!! WOOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congrats, PALELLA, kinda like the first baby born in a new year. Enjoy the Hell out of it as so many of us have been doing for a while now.

Let the mods begin.....:D :D :D

Prjct86Man
08-02-2007, 07:28 PM
sign me up

jonvon
08-02-2007, 07:29 PM
Unless its got the 7 speed trany, CAI & mechanical LSD, I'm stickin with my no nav no dvd inferno red 06!
:(

navyavi469
08-02-2007, 07:44 PM
I dunno about any of you guys, but I dont plan on ever trading my 06 Jeep in, I'm just going to pay this one off and get the 09/10 model. :lol:

I've owned Z06's, cobras, benz's, bimmers, and more.. this jeep amazes me at every turn. If you had told me that a 4700lb SUV could handle like a butterly and sting like a bee and be priced in the high 30's 2 years ago, i'd laugh at you all the way out the door... but i'm a believer now.

Bang Bang
08-02-2007, 07:55 PM
The interior looks great, I love the darker color!
The dash looks like a different material, but is it softer than the crappy hard plastic in the 06/07?
Also, can you please take a picture of the nose from farther back.

I am going to the dealer to order mine tomorrow, then the wait begins.

m3_il
08-02-2007, 08:47 PM
don got any extras lol?

saywhat
08-02-2007, 09:52 PM
Looks like new navigation!

pandj
08-02-2007, 10:07 PM
Oh i cant wait i got mine ordered yesterday:) Don what options are on this one? Does it have the Sirius streaming video

Bang Bang
08-02-2007, 10:49 PM
Oh i cant wait i got mine ordered yesterday:) Don what options are on this one? Does it have the Sirius streaming video

The streaming video will not start production until October 1.

PKI
08-03-2007, 05:42 AM
Who's is it????? Just spoke to Don. That's supposed to be mine!!!!! WOOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Man you lucky bastard! Didn't you just get upgraded to KZ status? Man that is some fast shipping.

Well I have been up since 4am, and you haven't posted anything about the new vehicle yet...

COMMON MAN...tell me all about it!:D

PALELLA
08-03-2007, 06:40 AM
Man you lucky bastard! Didn't you just get upgraded to KZ status? Man that is some fast shipping.

Well I have been up since 4am, and you haven't posted anything about the new vehicle yet...

COMMON MAN...tell me all about it!:D


I'm goin to the dealer at 9am today to figure stuff out. I'll let you know.

kramsay1234
08-03-2007, 07:03 AM
Congrats Palella if its yours...very exciting.

I like it no doubt, but it doesn't make me envious enough to not like my '07...its just a bit different now which is all good. The dark interior is something i would have liked. I liked SRT8 in the seats better, I like the single key without a fob better. Not sure on the bumper so I'd say either is good. Don't mind the look of the projector HID light housings. not sure what I think of the carbon-like material on the door panels. Love the rear seat heaters and the inverter built in. And still love my '07. Am not anxious to see the '08 in person cause pics don't always do it justice.

Again congrats - whoever the new over of that beast is...

MGSRT88
08-03-2007, 07:15 AM
only nice new feature is rear heated seats and ill never be sittin back there so wutever.... glad i got an 07

barho
08-03-2007, 07:18 AM
I love the interior and the new MyGig, but the rest.......eh....I could do without.

For one, the steering wheel is no different (other than color) that the other 08 Cherokees. I really liked how the 06-07 had a different steering wheel. Also, I really don't like the cruise control on the stalk. The location, to me, looks as though anyone with long legs is going to have a problem with their knee hitting it :confused: I think the cruise on the wheel was just a much better location IMO. Whats so hard about hitting ther "step" button to scroll through the EVIC???

navyavi469
08-03-2007, 09:31 AM
Wow... I can honeslty say I'm not impressed with the improvements. My original and only critisim of the JGCSRT8 were the bland interior colors, i've always been a black-on-black sorta guy, and the dull gray chrysler-wide theme made me back off initially. I loved the two-tone in my old Overland, and I've seen this dark slate used in the chargers/magnums in the 07s at the dealership, thinking.. hmm.. much better color.

Honestly though, it didn't tickel my fancy.. I dont think the Nose or bumper is an improvement at all, the 06/07 frotn ends look more more aggressive and "intercooler-friendly"... i.e. in the fashion of aftermarket ricer bodykits. The new bumper looks more "porsche" to me. Aside from the darker color, nothing strikes me silly at all like i was hoping.

In my future plans are an interior do-over in 08, and I think I'll use the new seats and carpet (probably from a wrecked vehicle, but drive safe guys), and then swap out plastic interior and dash panels with the 06/07 Overlands.

I bet the mygig and upgraded sound system rocks though :D

oman srt8
08-03-2007, 10:39 AM
Soooooooooooooon In My Home :):)

sbkim
08-03-2007, 10:48 AM
Agree - def needs more bells and whistles to make it stand out over 06 and 07. Now, you throw in the new 6.4L and all is well :) 12 more months I guess :(

parkstephen
08-03-2007, 10:50 AM
IMO...some of the interior changes are ok. It's a nice mid-lifecycle refresh.

But for my money...I can do custom work to my 07 inerior for less money that it would take to trade (and lose) in to an 08. And it would be completely custom..all mine.

I'm thinking maybe some of the pieces might fit as I doubt they changed every mould for the dash...but i'll only be able to tell after buying a piece or two. I kind of like the CF by the window switches...but if that matches the center dash plate over the Mygig...I'd pass on that. Too much CF in your face.

I think i prefer our noses tho...but will have to wait and see one in person.

Just my .02...

PKI
08-03-2007, 11:40 AM
Don,

you really need to get the owners to repave the lot. A fresh lot looks sooo good, and you have so many nice vehicles...

PALELLA
08-03-2007, 11:55 AM
Don,

you really need to get the owners to repave the lot. A fresh lot looks sooo good, and you have so many nice vehicles...


I think they are in the middle of building a new facility.......

championjeep
08-03-2007, 12:15 PM
I think they are in the middle of building a new facility.......

That is correct, construction will be starting in the next couple months

ulikeit
08-03-2007, 01:16 PM
The front is not a dramatic change at all, I like the fact that more of it is body color than previous. I wouldn't say it at all less aggresive. Though the amber has got to go. I remove all orange from any car I own. The 8 in the seat should have been left.

I really want to see a better shot of the center stack and my gig.

championjeep
08-03-2007, 01:39 PM
The front is not a dramatic change at all, I like the fact that more of it is body color than previous. I wouldn't say it at all less aggresive. Though the amber has got to go. I remove all orange from any car I own. The 8 in the seat should have been left.

I really want to see a better shot of the center stack and my gig.


If I get the chance today you will see it.

PKI
08-03-2007, 01:45 PM
I agree with the above posts...more shots please...some further away front and rear...and more dash shots...

Thanks!!!!!!!!!! :D :D :D

PKI
08-03-2007, 01:45 PM
Oops...sorry, I took too long to type that...

Don, you are the man!

ulikeit
08-03-2007, 02:47 PM
Thank you in advance. I'll be emailing you soon for a price on one shipped to 95336. Loaded to the max-waiting on the sirius video....and upgaded stereo

PALELLA
08-03-2007, 03:01 PM
The first 2008 is officially mine. I'll be picking it up tomorrow!!!!

GodfatherSRT8
08-03-2007, 04:12 PM
Congrats man. Might have to make it to Palatine to check it out sometime. I am out in that area once a week usually.

PALELLA
08-03-2007, 05:40 PM
Congrats man. Might have to make it to Palatine to check it out sometime. I am out in that area once a week usually.

It will be at my shop mon.-fri. from 8-6. We're at Dundee and 14. Stop in any time.

kloeBear
08-03-2007, 06:54 PM
It will be at my shop mon.-fri. from 8-6. We're at Dundee and 14. Stop in any time.

WHAT!??!?!?! Palatine?! I grew up in Palatine.. my folks still live there next to winston park. What is your shop? Congrats on being the first!

championjeep
08-03-2007, 06:56 PM
Ok guys, I just ran a locate......There were two others besides this one in the entire country!!!

Then I walked outside........to see that two more black ones were delivered to me. Pics will be up shortly but they arent very good..I am having technical difficulties with my camera

Inferno SRT8
08-03-2007, 07:00 PM
Ok guys, I just ran a locate......There were two others besides this one in the entire country!!!

Then I walked outside........to see that two more black ones were delivered to me. Pics will be up shortly but they arent very good..I am having technical difficulties with my camera

Don as soon as you know anything about a motor upgrade etc for the 2009 or 2010 please contact me asap as I will be trading mine in and upgrading.

Sorry for the hijack.

championjeep
08-03-2007, 07:15 PM
Don as soon as you know anything about a motor upgrade etc for the 2009 or 2010 please contact me asap as I will be trading mine in and upgrading.

Sorry for the hijack.


This is a thread about GCSRT8's.....any mention of them makes any post anything but a hijak:D

An yours will be the first order placed for the 6.4l when it comes around!

championjeep
08-03-2007, 07:24 PM
A few more pics added here......

http://s100.photobucket.com/albums/m16/djsinger79/08srt8/

I will be out of the office until Monday night, if anyone has any questions call my cell....(866)279-2908.

I will be delivering a vehicle for work so dont hesitate to call with questions.

aplatero1984
08-03-2007, 07:39 PM
does anyone have an opinion about the new navigation system?? I really like those alot compared to the old ones we have.

garyhesq
08-03-2007, 07:46 PM
Wow, yes your camera took a crap Don. To bad. In the mean time, please put me down as #2 for a 6.4. My local dealer would gladly accept the shipment I'm sure.

PALELLA
08-03-2007, 08:35 PM
WHAT!??!?!?! Palatine?! I grew up in Palatine.. my folks still live there next to winston park. What is your shop? Congrats on being the first!


My shop is called A&L Auto Body. We are at Dundee and 14. I live 3 miles from Winston Park.

PALELLA
08-03-2007, 08:37 PM
Ok guys, I just ran a locate......There were two others besides this one in the entire country!!!

Then I walked outside........to see that two more black ones were delivered to me. Pics will be up shortly but they arent very good..I am having technical difficulties with my camera


So that means that mine is the first 2008 GC SRT8 delivered in the whole country!!!! :eek:

hound
08-03-2007, 09:32 PM
Don,

When you get an 08 in silver in, could you take some pics from outside and also with the doors open looking into the interior? I would like to see how the new interior looks with the silver. Thanks in advance!

guyrobert
08-03-2007, 09:45 PM
When he gets one in silver it will be mine and it wll be on it's way to me
Cheers!

kloeBear
08-03-2007, 09:59 PM
My shop is called A&L Auto Body. We are at Dundee and 14. I live 3 miles from Winston Park.
Very cool! Ill tell my folks to go to you when they need work... great to meet a local even though I live in Los Angeles now.

sbkim
08-04-2007, 08:17 AM
Ok guys, I just ran a locate......There were two others besides this one in the entire country!!!

Then I walked outside........to see that two more black ones were delivered to me. Pics will be up shortly but they arent very good..I am having technical difficulties with my camera


Don - thanks for the picts. Do you know where else it was delivered? May be in NJ??

Also any chance we can get a shot comparing 07 with 08 - I think I can tell slight difference in the front but wasn't sure...

SilverSRT-8
08-04-2007, 08:25 AM
holy crap. They gave it the all plastic keys, like the benz. Personally I dont like those keys. Interior looks nicer now.

IF it is Keyless go you will love it. I don't take my keys out of my pocket unless I am changing clothes. Took a few days to get used to as we are all so used to turning a key to start.

PALELLA
08-04-2007, 09:35 AM
IF it is Keyless go you will love it. I don't take my keys out of my pocket unless I am changing clothes. Took a few days to get used to as we are all so used to turning a key to start.


It's not keyless go.:(

sbkim
08-04-2007, 09:56 AM
It's not keyless go.:(

Paella - have you picked up your 08 yet? Any picts? Driving impressions so far. Sux I just moved from Schaumburg to NJ...

PALELLA
08-04-2007, 09:57 AM
Paella - have you picked up your 08 yet? Any picts? Driving impressions so far. Sux I just moved from Schaumburg to NJ...

I'm picking it up in 4 hours. :D :D :D :D :D :D

Bang Bang
08-04-2007, 03:32 PM
Come on Palella, post some more pictures of that thing.

Enjoy it!

PKI
08-04-2007, 04:23 PM
Come on Palella, post some more pictures of that thing.

Enjoy it!


I agree!!! I am sure Palella is out enjoying it right now, but he shouldn't be selfish...

HOOK US UP!!!!

PALELLA
08-04-2007, 06:23 PM
Please excuse my language.....

THIS JEEP ****IN ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I already got a chance to stomp a C5 Vette from a 30mph roll. The look on both the drivers and passengers faces was priceless.

It's raining and I left my digi at work. I have a Treo that takes decent pics. What do you all want to see??

Bang Bang
08-04-2007, 06:33 PM
Please excuse my language.....

THIS JEEP ****IN ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I already got a chance to stomp a C5 Vette from a 30mph roll. The look on both the drivers and passengers faces was priceless.

It's raining and I left my digi at work. I have a Treo that takes decent pics. What do you all want to see??

The nose from a distance and more of the interior please. Is the dash still the same crappy plastic material that was used in the 06/07?

I guess your not taking it easy during the break in period! :D

Bang Bang
08-04-2007, 07:01 PM
And some night shots of the HID's would be great also!

Thanks!

PALELLA
08-04-2007, 07:08 PM
The nose from a distance and more of the interior please. Is the dash still the same crappy plastic material that was used in the 06/07?

I guess your not taking it easy during the break in period! :D

I was told that for the first 300 miles I should not launch from a stop too hard. However it's good to launch from a 20+ roll. I'll have to go back to work to get my camera as the Treo sucks at night.

Inferno SRT8
08-04-2007, 07:15 PM
I was told that for the first 300 miles I should not launch from a stop too hard. However it's good to launch from a 20+ roll. I'll have to go back to work to get my camera as the Treo sucks at night.

Read the manual, no WOT recommended at any MPH until after 300 miles.

PALELLA
08-04-2007, 07:32 PM
Read the manual, no WOT recommended at any MPH until after 300 miles.


Ok. I'll relax with it. :D I've only driven 15 miles.

PKI
08-04-2007, 07:59 PM
hurry up and go to work...get the camera....and post some picts!

inflyte21
08-04-2007, 08:38 PM
Yeah...post some pics of the HID and your new baby! My wife gave me the okay to get one!!! It was between the 300C SRT and the GC SRT... I need to haul the family and a_ _ at the same time! Safely though!

Razorecko
08-05-2007, 09:02 AM
hmmm i'm very curious to see if the new 08's have found some type of programming solution to all the b.s. trans shifting problems us 06's & o7's have...cant wait for a 07 vs 08 wot race :D

Bang Bang
08-05-2007, 04:00 PM
We want more pictures!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

echo412
08-05-2007, 05:16 PM
wow... really dont like the new front fascia.... Mine looks more aggressive... :)

Razorecko
08-05-2007, 05:33 PM
pictures :confused:

PALELLA
08-05-2007, 07:28 PM
Here's a few pics I took with the phone......
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/10.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/9.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/8.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/7.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/6-1.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/5-2.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/4-2.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/3-1.jpg
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e32/PALELLA/2-1.jpg

Razorecko
08-05-2007, 07:48 PM
the interior is badass-looks downright mean

sgupte
08-05-2007, 09:11 PM
PALELLA - A previous member (in this thread) had asked if the "Hard Plastic" was still the same on the dash or have they made a change to a more softer look for the 08?

thanks for posting the pictures - Looks really great! Lots of Good luck.

PALELLA
08-05-2007, 09:12 PM
After driving it a little over 100 miles, I am in love. Most impressive vehicle I have owned.

PALELLA
08-05-2007, 09:16 PM
PALELLA - A previous member (in this thread) had asked if the "Hard Plastic" was still the same on the dash or have they made a change to a more softer look for the 08?

thanks for posting the pictures - Looks really great! Lots of Good luck.


I am not 100% if it's better than the earlier models, but I think it is. It's not nearly as nice as any of the BMW's I have owned previously, but it's not a BMW. For the $45,000 I paid, I feel that I got more than paid for.

FastSRT8GC
08-05-2007, 09:38 PM
Congrats!!!

I want that Nav!!! Is it one of the 3D touch screens?

PALELLA
08-05-2007, 09:51 PM
Congrats!!!

I want that Nav!!! Is it one of the 3D touch screens?


Yep, I really like this nav/entertainment system. It's a million times better than the older one. I rented a 300c that had the old nav system and I hated the toggle. Touch screen is pretty cool!

sgupte
08-05-2007, 09:51 PM
I am not 100% if it's better than the earlier models, but I think it is. It's not nearly as nice as any of the BMW's I have owned previously, but it's not a BMW. For the $45,000 I paid, I feel that I got more than paid for.

That is true. I saw the '06 dash and found it (specially passenger side) to be really plain looking. I have an FX which is similarly priced (not comparing performance) and it has the "normal" looking soft plastics covering most of the dash. I am hoping that the '08 will atleast matchup to those standards. Still this car is the biggest bang for the buck.

thanks for the quick response.

teda
08-05-2007, 11:55 PM
e-brake handle looks different also....kind of round with a little chrome ring or something. Is it just these tired old eyes or has it been changed? Anyone?

Razorecko
08-06-2007, 07:47 AM
e-brake handle looks different also....kind of round with a little chrome ring or something. Is it just these tired old eyes or has it been changed? Anyone?


yeap, looks like stitched leather with a chrome ring-the armrest is also now stitched.

quick1
08-06-2007, 11:14 AM
So what happens if you floor it several times before the 300 miles??

Razorecko
08-06-2007, 11:46 AM
So what happens if you floor it several times before the 300 miles??

supposadly you can just beat the crap out of it when you roll it off the lot...problem is I'd imagine if you popped the motor before 300 than the dealer can electronically find out you wot'd it and maybe void your warranty

sbkim
08-06-2007, 11:47 AM
So what happens if you floor it several times before the 300 miles??

I'd seriously doubt anything bad. I am sure the porter at the dealership already did a few burnouts before you even picked it up :D My biggest concern would be improper break in of the rear diff which can cause whinning noise.

PKI
08-06-2007, 12:17 PM
The jury is still out...

1/2 say drive it like you stole it (right off the lot)
the other 1/2 say, follow the book to the tee...there is a reason the manufacture has guidelines.

Who knows.

All I know is my ex-brother-in-law was from the former school of thought. Right after he installed a new 351 in his 69 Mustang, he did a huge burn-out in front of his house. Just to make sure the motor worked. :D

For me, I will do my best to follow the instructions. It was really really hard (and I failed) to follow the book on the wife's WRX.

Ink Pump
08-06-2007, 12:29 PM
Is it just me! That front end just doesn't look as good as the 07s

PALELLA
08-06-2007, 12:41 PM
Is it just me! That front end just doesn't look as good as the 07s
It's just you.:D

CentralTexHemi
08-06-2007, 12:44 PM
Everything looks great, but my the center of my steering wheel on my 07 looks a whole lot better, they should have kept that as well

sbkim
08-06-2007, 01:15 PM
It's just you.:D

Can someone point out the major differences on the front end?

CentralTexHemi
08-06-2007, 01:26 PM
Here is my front end of the 07 on the left and the 08 on the right, from what I can tell its the area right below the top grille section its more protruded out, its like they filled in the top section of the bumper that was notched out

sbkim
08-06-2007, 02:02 PM
Here is my front end of the 07 on the left and the 08 on the right, from what I can tell its the area right below the top grille section its more protruded out, its like they filled in the top section of the bumper that was notched out

Got it - great work! Thank you. Almost looks more rounded I guess.

candyman
08-06-2007, 02:27 PM
And the yellow side marker light continues around to the front below the headlights.

gafettaia
08-06-2007, 03:06 PM
Okay, three things.
First, without looking at my interior right at this moment, where are the Aluminum/Rubber gas and brake pedals, and are there aluminum SRT8 door sills?
Second, these pictures remind me of the cartoons with two almost identical pictures side by side and try to find the differences between the two. I am having a very difficult time finding any significant difference between the 07 and 08.
Third, as much as I hate to say this, but the American car companies have a lot to learn from the Germans and the Japanese about interiors, especially dashboard design and controls.
I wish DaimlerBenz hung in there a little longer!

championjeep
08-06-2007, 04:55 PM
Okay, three things.
First, without looking at my interior right at this moment, where are the Aluminum/Rubber gas and brake pedals, and are there aluminum SRT8 door sills?
Second, these pictures remind me of the cartoons with two almost identical pictures side by side and try to find the differences between the two. I am having a very difficult time finding any significant difference between the 07 and 08.
Third, as much as I hate to say this, but the American car companies have a lot to learn from the Germans and the Japanese about interiors, especially dashboard design and controls.
I wish DaimlerBenz hung in there a little longer!



The aluminum pedals, just as before come in a small cardboard box. The door sills are optional, and I have a set ready for every one of them!

a-kon
08-06-2007, 05:25 PM
WoW. That darker interior is like a night/day difference. I am so glad I didn't pick up an 07'. If that 6.4L is here for 09', then I'll wait for that too.

Very Nice. Thanks for the pics.

PALELLA
08-06-2007, 08:09 PM
The aluminum pedals, just as before come in a small cardboard box. The door sills are optional, and I have a set ready for every one of them!


I didn't get any aluminum door sills....:confused:

SRTFreak
08-06-2007, 08:20 PM
one more thing and it may have already been mentioned is the color keyed pieces below on the lights. On 06-07's it only chrome behind the lense now it looks as though they are color keyed on the outside of the lense.....

m3_il
08-06-2007, 09:08 PM
its a piece of bodywork under the light. the key is awesome. everything about this car is awesome. sorry don i just saw an amazing opportunity and jumped at it. it will definetly be serviced at your place though.

spartansrt8
08-07-2007, 01:58 AM
the front end on the 08 is gross, GLAD i bought an 07!

CentralTexHemi
08-07-2007, 09:49 AM
Okay, three things.
First, without looking at my interior right at this moment, where are the Aluminum/Rubber gas and brake pedals, and are there aluminum SRT8 door sills?
Second, these pictures remind me of the cartoons with two almost identical pictures side by side and try to find the differences between the two. I am having a very difficult time finding any significant difference between the 07 and 08.
Third, as much as I hate to say this, but the American car companies have a lot to learn from the Germans and the Japanese about interiors, especially dashboard design and controls.
I wish DaimlerBenz hung in there a little longer!


If you look real close at one of the pics with all the boxes in the back seat you can actually read that one of them is the gas/brake pedal cover, so whoever buys this and does not get it, proofs in the picture

PKI
08-07-2007, 09:50 AM
I really doubt that will happen. We are talking about Don here.

SRT-8RAT
08-07-2007, 10:21 AM
Looks great.
I am waiting for the 6.4L 2009.

championjeep
08-07-2007, 10:55 AM
I didn't get any aluminum door sills....:confused:


I had my parts guys order a set for every Jeep I ordered for 08. So we dont have the same problem we did with the 07's when they were on backorder. Palella, if you want them let me know an you will still get the discount price on them.:D

kloeBear
08-07-2007, 11:08 AM
I had my parts guys order a set for every Jeep I ordered for 08. So we dont have the same problem we did with the 07's when they were on backorder. Palella, if you want them let me know an you will still get the discount price on them.:D

Hi Don, just sent you an email.
So are they included with purchase of the Jeep or do they cost extra?
Does that include the out of state orders? :confused:

Thanks

championjeep
08-07-2007, 11:12 AM
Hi Don, just sent you an email.
So are they included with purchase of the Jeep or do they cost extra?
Does that include the out of state orders? :confused:

Thanks


They arent included on any of the factory orders. They come from Chrysler as a Dealer installed option so they do cost a little extra. I havent gone to my parts department to get the price on them yet, I just remembered that for the 07's they were difficult to get.

Anyone who has placed orders already will be notified of thier availability and I have no problems shipping them to you all.

kloeBear
08-07-2007, 11:17 AM
They arent included on any of the factory orders. They come from Chrysler as a Dealer installed option so they do cost a little extra. I havent gone to my parts department to get the price on them yet, I just remembered that for the 07's they were difficult to get.

Anyone who has placed orders already will be notified of thier availability and I have no problems shipping them to you all.

Sounds good Don. When you get a chance can you send a price and maybe a snapshot or two.

Thanks

championjeep
08-07-2007, 11:19 AM
Sounds good Don. When you get a chance can you send a price and maybe a snapshot or two.

Thanks

That is goin to be just a little while but I will try to get to it today. I just need to find a good working camera

jeepmaster
08-07-2007, 11:26 AM
Sounds good Don. When you get a chance can you send a price and maybe a snapshot or two.

Thanks


Here is a picture of what they look like. If they did not change for the 08.


Don
I am going to want these with my 08. Can we ship a pair to Florida?

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-83673118800219_1955_38395280

championjeep
08-07-2007, 11:57 AM
Here is a picture of what they look like. If they did not change for the 08.


Don
I am going to want these with my 08. Can we ship a pair to Florida?

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-83673118800219_1955_38395280

That is exactly what they look like. Retail they are $98.90. My cost on them is $84.00. I will be selling them for $85.00

guyrobert
08-07-2007, 12:07 PM
Don Can you put me down for a set
should look great on my silver 08!
Cheers

championjeep
08-07-2007, 12:40 PM
Don Can you put me down for a set
should look great on my silver 08!
Cheers


You will have a set ready for you!

toothmechanic
08-07-2007, 02:34 PM
You will have a set ready for you!

Don,

I would like a set as well. Can you just add that to my order. Thanks.

Justin:D

championjeep
08-08-2007, 07:28 AM
Don,

I would like a set as well. Can you just add that to my order. Thanks.

Justin:D


No problem Justin:D

I forgot to mention...On Monday the second one of these was delivered to another member here...Congratulations James!!!!

EJC
08-08-2007, 08:52 AM
How do the sill plates mount? Rivets? Two-sided tape? Thank You.

championjeep
08-08-2007, 09:27 AM
How do the sill plates mount? Rivets? Two-sided tape? Thank You.


They are held on with tape

EJC
08-08-2007, 05:41 PM
Thanks Don. I was told that they needed to be riveted...very frustrating!!!

championjeep
08-08-2007, 05:48 PM
Thanks Don. I was told that they needed to be riveted...very frustrating!!!


Well find the person who misinformed you a throw a few rivets in thier head:D

m3_il
08-08-2007, 05:56 PM
hey don can i buy a set from you?

sbkim
09-21-2007, 08:27 AM
hey don can i buy a set from you?

Are these the same ones?

http://www.************.com/srdosipr.html

Betray
09-21-2007, 10:45 AM
Just curious how long does it take for a car to be made and shipped to the dealership when one orders one? I know you can get lucky and pick one up at a dealership, but sometimes they need to order it right?

sbkim
09-21-2007, 11:52 AM
Assuming no parts are under constraint, I presume within 6 weeks or so.

championjeep
09-21-2007, 12:16 PM
Assuming no parts are under constraint, I presume within 6 weeks or so.


Thats about right

hound
09-25-2007, 11:36 PM
Don,

Are there any pics of a silver 08 yet?

EOESRT8
09-25-2007, 11:37 PM
reply to my pms i want one!

Dougsrt8
09-26-2007, 08:18 PM
Hello,
I just purchased an black '08 with the Mopar performance exhaust, cold air intake, nav, sun-roof, and option group 1. I had ordered it September 1st and was suprised by getting it in so soon.

Could someone one help me with a few newbie questions?
Where would I get the door sills I read about?
Where would I find the "stubby" antenna?
Which "chip" or reflash would best complement my set up with exhaust and intake?
Does anyone build a 2" reciever that can easily be mounted (and dis-mounted) beneath the exaust?
Any other "cool" things I am missing and should get?

Any help with this would be greatly appreciated