http://dieselpower.automotive.com/13...uspension.html

Then the body mounts ontop of the sub frame.

 

Yes, look at how many aftermarket chassis braces are available for cherokee's and grandcherokees, they flex like mad when lifted and going through uneven terrain.

I don't think I will have to worry about wanting an LR3 next spring though, I couldn't find one on autotrader(nationwide) for under $14k. '04 D2's though can be had for as little has $6k

 

I did not move this thread just so we are clear.

 

Look, I have to throw my 2 cents worth in here. Have had my 05 LR3 since Jan 05, and now have 113k miles. I would own another one in a heartbeat. I have never owned a more versatile vehicle, both as my daily driver and as a rock crawling machine. The Johnson Rods work great, take only 10 minutes to put on and off.

That being said, owning a modern LR is not an economical proposition. All of the sophisticated "out of the box" offroad capability comes at a price, both in buying and maintaining. I just dropped $3,500 into mine for new front control arms, replace an air shock, new alternator and plugs.

So you either have to be a do-it-yourselfer with w test book computer, which is expensive to own, or have a good independent shop that you trust. I still take mine to dealer, but they treat me well. If you are on a budget, get a toyota or jeep, but if you go with the LR3, you will have the most comfortable ride getting to the offroad places, and then have great capability underneath offroad.

 

I think that would put it in perspective for alot of folks. I know many on the D1 board did not pay that much for their entire vehicle.