H3 Offroading with automatic....
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H3 Offroading with automatic....
How does the automatic h3 offroad? I don't offroad very often ( a few times a year ) but I really prefer manuals (been a jeep owner previously).
I have the option between a manual luxory package that I'll have to add a sunroof too for 1,000 before i pick it up (not 36" sunroof slightly smaller) or a automatic with the military tactical package on it.
Both are 2007 h3's.
Just curious how the h3 offroads with automatic transmission vs manual and vs wranglers.
I have the option between a manual luxory package that I'll have to add a sunroof too for 1,000 before i pick it up (not 36" sunroof slightly smaller) or a automatic with the military tactical package on it.
Both are 2007 h3's.
Just curious how the h3 offroads with automatic transmission vs manual and vs wranglers.
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The manual like i said is the luxory package while the automatic has just the military tactical package but nothing done interior.
Not sure if getting the sunroof added aftermarket is worth it or if anybody has done so.
Not sure if getting the sunroof added aftermarket is worth it or if anybody has done so.
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big question is if they have teh adventure package? That gives you the rg warner 4: t-case and a locking rear diff. I do not have the locking rear diff as I will take the rubi if I think I am doing anything more than just trails. Honestly I was really impressed with the h3 withoutthe locking diff....never had a problem going anywhee I ever wated and I have taken it on some pretty technical obsticals. Plus the automatic tranny makes using BTM easier...once you master BTM especially with the traction control on teh h3 you will never need the locker and ill go anywhere!!
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Why only two choices? Is that all they are offering? All that's in the budget? All that they have? If you are doing a lot of offroading, get the Adventure package with its rear locker. Tactical is just an appearance package, doesn't add hardware. Personally, I wouldn't trust an aftermarket sunroof, I'd go factory or none at all.
But, to answer your question - most of the guys I head out with have automatics and do very well. You can control the H3 easily witn an automatic, including doing some brake torqueing for control. In fact, I wouldn't of wanted a stick with the crawling I've had to do, I think it'd be tough when bouncing over rocks and trying to control the clutch. And from what I've seen the only advantage the Wranglers have had is a shorter wheelbase so they have better angles on some obstacles. Of course, I've also seen that short wheelbase work against them.
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But, to answer your question - most of the guys I head out with have automatics and do very well. You can control the H3 easily witn an automatic, including doing some brake torqueing for control. In fact, I wouldn't of wanted a stick with the crawling I've had to do, I think it'd be tough when bouncing over rocks and trying to control the clutch. And from what I've seen the only advantage the Wranglers have had is a shorter wheelbase so they have better angles on some obstacles. Of course, I've also seen that short wheelbase work against them.
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RE: H3 Offroading with automatic....
all they have of the 2007's and what's in my budget.
I won't be doing a lot of off roading, just a few times a year. The sunroof would be added by hummer themselves (the dealer) so it's aftermarket but comes form them and their warrenty.... so not a huge issue.
I was told the tactical package includes some stiffer suspension but i don't know for sure.
Again it would be my first hummer so just lookin for suggestions.
I really like all the features you get with the luxory package for everyday use, makes it nice.
I won't be doing a lot of off roading, just a few times a year. The sunroof would be added by hummer themselves (the dealer) so it's aftermarket but comes form them and their warrenty.... so not a huge issue.
I was told the tactical package includes some stiffer suspension but i don't know for sure.
Again it would be my first hummer so just lookin for suggestions.
I really like all the features you get with the luxory package for everyday use, makes it nice.
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Why only two choices? Is that all they are offering? All that's in the budget? All that they have? If you are doing a lot of offroading, get the Adventure package with its rear locker. Tactical is just an appearance package, doesn't add hardware. Personally, I wouldn't trust an aftermarket sunroof, I'd go factory or none at all.
But, to answer your question - most of the guys I head out with have automatics and do very well. You can control the H3 easily witn an automatic, including doing some brake torqueing for control. In fact, I wouldn't of wanted a stick with the crawling I've had to do, I think it'd be tough when bouncing over rocks and trying to control the clutch. And from what I've seen the only advantage the Wranglers have had is a shorter wheelbase so they have better angles on some obstacles. Of course, I've also seen that short wheelbase work against them.
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Why only two choices? Is that all they are offering? All that's in the budget? All that they have? If you are doing a lot of offroading, get the Adventure package with its rear locker. Tactical is just an appearance package, doesn't add hardware. Personally, I wouldn't trust an aftermarket sunroof, I'd go factory or none at all.
But, to answer your question - most of the guys I head out with have automatics and do very well. You can control the H3 easily witn an automatic, including doing some brake torqueing for control. In fact, I wouldn't of wanted a stick with the crawling I've had to do, I think it'd be tough when bouncing over rocks and trying to control the clutch. And from what I've seen the only advantage the Wranglers have had is a shorter wheelbase so they have better angles on some obstacles. Of course, I've also seen that short wheelbase work against them.
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) JK unlimited Rubicon to the H3 is a good comparison because the track and wheelbase is very similar. Here are the main advantages...first off, solid front axle is 1000X better than any IFS, add to that front AND REAR lockers, electric sway bar discos, an aftermarket that offers about 8 million parts to further enhance the already better than h3 off road capability....it's not even close as to which one is better as an off-road...on road and comfort te advantage sways to the h3 by a wide margin.
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RE: H3 Offroading with automatic....
I used to have the 5 speeds.... now I can't image driving anything buy an auto... especially with recent knee issues... those clutch pedals get heavy in traffic.
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RE: H3 Offroading with automatic....
Yea, if i go with the stick I'm gonna have to have hummer put in a sunroof for me, which only takes a day or 2.
If i go auto I'd get the tactical package (like the looks)... but I really like the luxory package (monsoon sound system, leather seating, heated seats, 6 disc in-dash cd player etc).... which is a big reason why i'm leaning towards that manual (being it's the only luxory package i can get my hands on).
If i go auto I'd get the tactical package (like the looks)... but I really like the luxory package (monsoon sound system, leather seating, heated seats, 6 disc in-dash cd player etc).... which is a big reason why i'm leaning towards that manual (being it's the only luxory package i can get my hands on).