End of an era

[GunnerSchenck]

Well, last night was my Jeeps last night and figured I'd hop on here after a few years for one last post. This year I put on all rear control arms, all 4 calipers, new shocks and springs, new parking brake components and all pads. All new injectors, plugs and coils..
All just to send it through a telephone pole last night. Went around a snow/ice covered sweeping bend and my 2wd liberty kicked sideways for the last time.. a few countersteers to send myself left, because right was a 30-40ft deep swamp pond. But left was a pretty unforgiving telephone pole.
Glad to be okay. Only thing hurt is my pride ****.. and of course, the most faithful reliable vehicle I've ever owned.
It became a backup vehicle awhile back and it's gotten me out of everything. Only started 3 times in a year until I wrecked my car(deer) and all 3 times it fired up the moment you turned the key. Not even a full engine crank, like you turned it off 10 minutes ago.
If I could get another, I would in a heartbeat.
So I may be back

 

[turblediesel]

Bummer.

 

[LibertyTC]

Sorry Gunner that really was a nice Jeep ! Super glad that you were not hurt !
Look for another one & start swapping good parts is my thought.
Also look for a 4X4 !! That extra traction is necessary in winter !!
I expect you may find another one wthin a month or two, You will be back !
Note KJ's Rule. They are strong & a very safe vehicle.

 

[tommudd]

Find another and stick around

 

[adamkrz]

Glad your ok, KJ'S are very strong - a few years ago a Camry t-***** my KJ and totaled the Toyota but my Jeep was easily repaired.

 

[nohitter64]

Glad you are ok. Hope you get another KJ...

 

[billindl]

Sorry for your loss. Glad you were not injured. Hope you find another Liberty and are able to use parts from this one.

 

[JeepWoman13]

I have a 05 Sport for sale.

 

[BarbaraD]

I’m so sorry to hear of its demise. Glad you’re ok tho. . that you’ll find another one like her.

 

[profdlp]

Sad news, but glad you are not hurt. Hope you can find another Liberty and keep on going.

 

[Drag Line]

Well, last night was my Jeeps last night and figured I'd hop on here after a few years for one last post. This year I put on all rear control arms, all 4 calipers, new shocks and springs, new parking brake components and all pads. All new injectors, plugs and coils..
All just to send it through a telephone pole last night. Went around a snow/ice covered sweeping bend and my 2wd liberty kicked sideways for the last time.. a few countersteers to send myself left, because right was a 30-40ft deep swamp pond. But left was a pretty unforgiving telephone pole.
Glad to be okay. Only thing hurt is my pride ****.. and of course, the most faithful reliable vehicle I've ever owned.
It became a backup vehicle awhile back and it's gotten me out of everything. Only started 3 times in a year until I wrecked my car(deer) and all 3 times it fired up the moment you turned the key. Not even a full engine crank, like you turned it off 10 minutes ago.
If I could get another, I would in a heartbeat.
So I may be back

Glad you are OK. Sheet metal can be replaced.

I've seen a lot of KJs in the non rust belt areas for sale in mostly 4x4 so they're out there, just might take some time to find what you want.

 

[JMichael2006]

Well, last night was my Jeeps last night and figured I'd hop on here after a few years for one last post. This year I put on all rear control arms, all 4 calipers, new shocks and springs, new parking brake components and all pads. All new injectors, plugs and coils..
All just to send it through a telephone pole last night. Went around a snow/ice covered sweeping bend and my 2wd liberty kicked sideways for the last time.. a few countersteers to send myself left, because right was a 30-40ft deep swamp pond. But left was a pretty unforgiving telephone pole.
Glad to be okay. Only thing hurt is my pride ****.. and of course, the most faithful reliable vehicle I've ever owned.
It became a backup vehicle awhile back and it's gotten me out of everything. Only started 3 times in a year until I wrecked my car(deer) and all 3 times it fired up the moment you turned the key. Not even a full engine crank, like you turned it off 10 minutes ago.
If I could get another, I would in a heartbeat.
So I may be back

Ouch, glad you're okay.

 

[FarmerJim]

RIP TRUSTY JEEP

 

[JMichael2006]

Well, last night was my Jeeps last night and figured I'd hop on here after a few years for one last post. This year I put on all rear control arms, all 4 calipers, new shocks and springs, new parking brake components and all pads. All new injectors, plugs and coils..
All just to send it through a telephone pole last night. Went around a snow/ice covered sweeping bend and my 2wd liberty kicked sideways for the last time.. a few countersteers to send myself left, because right was a 30-40ft deep swamp pond. But left was a pretty unforgiving telephone pole.
Glad to be okay. Only thing hurt is my pride ****.. and of course, the most faithful reliable vehicle I've ever owned.
It became a backup vehicle awhile back and it's gotten me out of everything. Only started 3 times in a year until I wrecked my car(deer) and all 3 times it fired up the moment you turned the key. Not even a full engine crank, like you turned it off 10 minutes ago.
If I could get another, I would in a heartbeat.
So I may be back

Don't leave, stick around and find another KJ. Swap the new parts over and scrap the remains. Those are a lot of good parts there to save. Someone else will make $$$$$ selling them instead of you reusing.

 

[JMichael2006]

Don't leave, stick around and find another KJ. Swap the new parts over and scrap the remains. Those are a lot of good parts there to save. Someone else will make $$$$$ selling them instead of you reusing.

Here is a nice 03 in Phoenix https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-2003-jeep-liberty-sport/7414513006.html