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Hello All! I was so excited to find this site... It's been a little difficult sifting through all the different Jeep model stuff on the web to find things specific to my Jeep Patriot. Finding a site dedicated to Patriot owners is very exciting! My parent's bought me my first car when I was 17...

Hey Guys, So I've decided to ditch my idea of front tow hooks (for now), and instead install a rear hitch receiver for my pat. Any recommendations? I'm currently looking into the Curt hitches and I'm waiting on my dealer to get back to me with a quote for the Mopar hitch installation. Im...

Hey Guys, I'd like to ask if anyone has suggestions regarding tow hook(s) for my pat. I know RRO has a kit, but I've never seen pics of anyone having them installed. I've also talked to my local jeep dealer, and they said they could install one, but it would just be on one side of the...

I have been wanting a tow hook for sometime now. only problem is that i do not have $189 to spend. so this weekend i am going to try to make my own. my idea was to bolt a 1" thick bar of aluminum to the bumper where the stock tow hooks would bolt to and have that rod extend out the bumper. after...

So I've read a bunch of threads/posts related to towing and there are various opinions on what is or isn't advisable... It seems the same Patriots over in Europe are rated up to 3500 if the trailer has brakes. Looking for some real world feedback from anyone towing over 2000 pounds (especially...

I just got a new toy, didn't know what other people had that they towed behind their Pat. It is an 06 Honda Turbocharged 4 stroke. I have a manual 2.4L 4x4 Pat WITHOUT the factory tow package and it tows the jet ski without a problem.

Ok first off, I don't know the first thing about Cars I'm a Computer guy lol. I have a 2007 Jeep Patriot Limited (pics on my profile) and I am thinking about buying a small boat. It doesn't have the knob hitch thing on the back of the Jeep so what Do I need to buy and where? I'm pretty sure...

I am looking to get a pop-up camper. The thing is, it weighs about 1,870lbs. I am sure I'll be able to pull it, but is the oil cooler really necessary? I know the dealer is going to charge a buttload to put it on and I think I can do without it. Opinions anyone?