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#1 ·
A short post to introduce myself on SRT-WK2 Forum.

I've just purchased a mineral grey 2012 Jeep GC SRT-8. This is my second SRT-8 (1st was a 2006 Charger) and my 6th Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Here's a pic;



I look forward to sharing my experiences with you.

John :)
 
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A short post to introduce myself on SRT-WK2 Forum.

I've just purchased a mineral grey 2012 Jeep GC SRT-8. This is my second SRT-8 (1st was a 2006 Charger) and my 6th Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Here's a pic;



I look forward to sharing my experiences with you.

John :)
welcome to the fourm John, great looking car you got there haha! im sure youll find this site extremely useful and all the guys here are great!!!!
 
#7 ·
I joined a couple months ago and enjoy this very much. Don't be afraid to ask questions
 
#11 · (Edited)
Thanks everyone.

Even though I don't pick up the Jeep until next week, I've already ordered ceramic brake pads and a 3M clear bra. This is bringing back fond memories of modding my Charger.

Before I look at any performance improvements, I'll need to get a set of winter wheels & tires. The clear bra and winter wheels/tires are a must up here in snow country.

It's fun getting back into the mod game.:cool:
 
#12 ·
Welcome! I almost went with mineral gray but opted for black instead. Great looking car! I'm a new member myself and joined last year. This site has been beyond helpful. As far as modding goes, think of the srt as Pandora's box. Once you open it, there's no turning back!!!
 
#13 ·
Hi All - I am thinking about buying a 2014 GC SRT and wondering how they perform in snow. I liver in the Northwest and have owned Range Rovers, a Yukon Denali, and a Tahoe, so I am used to being able to get around in the snow without any issues. Typically only plowed roads, but sometimes I hit the roads before they have been plowed. Either way - can anyone offer their insight as to how the SRT performs in the snow? Appreciate your time. Thanks
 
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#19 · (Edited)
Suspension setup aside, it is not hard to see why the WK2 SRT operates very handily and safely (with a good driver) in the snow. The drivetrain is spec'd with a LSD rear diff with a responsive torque vectoring front drive.

Don't forget that it is still all about the tires especially when it comes to off conditions like winter driving. The all season Pirelli tires that come standard are good tires in the white stuff, but you can't compare those Pirelli tires to a winter tire like Blizzaks if you are facing icy and/or really cold conditions.
 
#20 ·
I have posted a couple times on the snow + SRT topic. Granted I have blizzards, but as mentioned with snow mode it is a super winter ride. Unless you do something really dump or another driver makes you have a bad day. I can't see how this would ever let you down. Just wish I could put on some splash guards for the winter.
 
#22 ·
I live in Philly and I'm currently riding on the stock rims and stock Pirelli all seasons and I got stuck in one snow storm with the SRT and it was incredible. Complete control and comfort. Flip that biotch in snow mode and go!
 
#23 ·
Agreed with all. I live in the Philly burbs and had a 2010 SRT GC. Got caught many times in the snow on stock tires and had zero issues - and live on top of a fairly steep hill. Just have to be careful as the go part is fine - it's the emergency stopping where it can get sketchy.

I just picked up a WK2 SRT yesterday and it has a "snow" option as a setting. I assume that will start me out in 2nd gear to limit the torque. Not sure yet but I have plenty of experience with these trucks in the snow and can confidentiality say that it'll be fine.
 
#26 ·
I've got Pirelli Ice/Snow Scorpions. 295/45/20 - hard to find but they exist. :thumbsup:

Wrapped with replicas 20x10

Snow photos <-- pix here
 
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