![]() In the early 60’s Jeep modified their Forward Control truck into a military van and ambulance variant. Jeep actually has built a van in the past, so you could say there is history to do so again. Jeep isn’t afraid of cool colors, so the Jeep Wrangler-Van meetups won’t be all grey, white and black. But wouldn’t it be better if a van were designed with Jeep off road prowess to start, and live-in-ability from the initial sketch? The 4xe Diesel Hybrid Wrangler Van with solar roof panel integration has a nice ring to it. The fact is that most of the vans available now were designed and engineered for commercial use, hauling plumbers, electricians, or packages. Long wheelbase frame with various engine options? Yes (think Gladiator frame with a house on top). Lots of windows or solid panel sides? Yes. Three row seating for grown up kids? Yes. But where a Wrangler has to pump the brakes on sleeping inside the vehicle or locking up the bikes (or fido) the Wrangler-Van will have room for it all. The van lifestyle is similar to the Jeep buyer lifestyle: outdoorsy, adventurous, maybe they have kids, maybe they’re retired, they might need room for mountain bikes, they might need room for a dog or three. Offer it fully built with tires, lift, lockers and winch, or in this case fold down bed, water tanks, solar panels, ground clearance and various Mopar mounts for every outdoor toy imaginable, or offer it as a stripped down Sport, in this case a 4×4 box with a two speed transfer case, and let the new Jeep Wrangler-Van owners build them out as they please. Luckily the key to a successful van offering is on par with how Jeep offers Wrangler (or how you can get it equipped from the vast aftermarket options). So why Jeep and why now? The truth is that the brand should have pushed this to the front of the To-Do list 10 years back because the Van-Life trend may have already peaked. Oh, and if you think the RAM Promaster has anything to offer to the van-lifer, well, it’s basically the worst option with horrible ergonomics and front wheel drive meh! A Jeep Van GM doesn’t offer the high-top euro style vans, but thankfully still offers body on frame and healthy V8 options (400 horsepower 6.6L gas Power!), but you can only option them new with 4×4 if run through an upfitter such as Quigley 4×4 for a final price on par with the prior two brands. Ford is right there with Mercedes with the Transit at maybe a little less expensive to buy in, but on par when outfitted. Mercedes of course has its Sprinter lineup, which starts at $50k+ and climbs quickly to five times that when built out with AWD. Please use drop down menu above.But the options for those looking to outfit a van are slim on the new vehicle front. ![]() The Roof Rack Legs, Crossbars, and Pioneer Platform are all sold separately. Compatible with both Rhino Rack Vortex and Heavy Duty crossbars. NOTE: You can mount a 2-bar or 3-bar roof rack, OR a Pioneer Cargo Tray to the Backbone system. ![]() Frame brackets install around inside of the window frame and along the outside of window jam. The mounting platforms attach to outer brackets along roof line to provide a flat, stable mounting surface for crossbar legs. Mounting hardware and templates are included. This is a permanent installation with drilling required. Won't interfere with removal of Freedom panels or hardtop. The Backbone system strengthens the roof structure of your Jeep, allowing you to add a roof rack system (sold separately) on top of your factory hardtop. The Rhino Rack RTL600 Quick Release Towers/Legs easy to install/remove and are very strong and secure. The BackBone allows the weight of your gear to b evenly distributed through the body of your Jeep and enables you to carry up to 120kg on your Jeep's roof. The BackBone is designed to mount to the internal chassis of your Jeep Wrangler JK. The Rhino Rack Backbone Jeep Wrangler roof rack is a roof rack system that beefs up the frame of your vehicle, allowing you to install a roof rack and carry gear on the Jeep factory hardtop.
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