r/JeepRenegade

I've been improving my outdoor office based on the feedback from my previous post.

A few changes so far:

• Better workspace organization

• More comfortable setup

• Easier access to everything

• Cleaner cable management

The goal isn't to build a camper.

I'm a full-time remote software engineer, and I simply wanted an office that lets me work from parks and outdoor spaces.

I'm still experimenting with power, internet and ergonomics, but every week it gets a little better.

What would you improve next?

Hi there, I'm a long time lurker and thought it's about time I said hi. Here a picture or two of my tennis ball green renegade trailhawk.

No idea if advertising meetups are allowed here. Deleted if so.

I've owned my Renegade since December of 2025 and I absolutely love it! I named it Atlas.

Lately, I've been appreciating the builds I've been seeing online and out and the wild and I figured why not do a morning Renegade meetup? This dumb flyer has all the details if anyone in the Phoenix area would be down to hang out and fill the lot with Renegades and talk about our renegades over coffee?

My last car was a junker Honda fit with 350K miles. I've always feared long distances. Until now.

I will say though...I'm buying a set of highway tires for my next summer trip. Those aggressive ones are LOUD.

This is Wash, my 2017 Jeep ReneGAYde Sport 4x4, 1.4T manual. These are my existing mods:

**EXTERIOR**

Frontrunner Slimline 1 full roof rack (discontinued)

VisualGarage color-matched shark antennae https://shop.visualgarage.com/collections/jeep/products/jeep-renegade-shark-fin-antenna (absolutely phenomenal customer service)

Valkyrie Offroad side ladder (discontinued)

Rocky Road Kicker Sliders https://rocky-road.com/shop/jeep-renegade-rock-sliders/

2" Rough Country Lift and 1" Eibach Springs (for 3" lift) -- I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS. Do not go over a 2.5" combined lift or your CV axles will max out, and there are no good aftermarket options.

235/70/16 Falcon Wildpeak AT3 tires, stock wheels

Custom rear axle back exhaust (by Tork Motorsports)

Renegade Ready OEM style in bumper hitch

**ENGINE**

1.4T Multiair Springs https://torkmotorsports.net/collections/jeep-renegade-1-4-turbo-2015-current/products/1-4-multiair-upgraded-springs

Kompact EM BOV VR15 Plumb Back - Turbosmart (Diverter valve + blow off valve)

Alfa Romero 4c Coils

SILA turbo blanket

Turbosmart wastegate actuator

Stage 2 tune https://torkmotorsports.net/collections/jeep-renegade-1-4-turbo-2015-current/tuning

**MISC**

VAITRIX boost gauge https://shopeurocompulsion.net/products/vaitrix-boost-gauge

The antenna is the perfect tail!

100K 2016 Renegade Sport! Of course I get the signature DRL pop up at 99999

Got ducked for the first time ever in 3 years of owning my Rene.. thanks for making me feel included kind stranger. Talulah loves her new duck!

Also got a “wave” from a Wrangler last week, appreciate the love even though we’re lowkey looked down upon 😂

I put a lot of stupid love into my jeep, so the duck was a nice gesture.

🐤

I’ve never wanted to customize my car but after seeing some of the cool creative things you’ve done to your renegade I want to do mine now! Can anyone show me links to find things. Mine is the red jeep and I like some of the things on this black one, especially the wheels

2015 1.4T Renegade Limited, 95k miles

Driving to work today and halfway through my journey as I shifted downgear the car started shunting and jerking a bit, then the check engine light came on and it felt like the engine was misfiring, car slowed right down and I could barely get out of 3rd. Pulled over, engine off, engine back on, light stayed on but the jerking stopped and it drove normally again. At lunch, I got in and turned it on, again the check engine light stayed on but it drove fine for 10 minutes.

After work I get in, this time the check engine light is off so I figured all okay, but again, halfway through my journey home, it started shuddering and jumping a bit, I could tell it was about to do the same thing, 30 seconds later as I shifted gear it jumped and the light came on, barely was able to limp the car home. Now every time I turn the engine on I can hear it shudder, a few revs and it sounds like it's really struggling to do anything.

Booked in with my mechanic but not until next week, has anyone had anything like this happen with theirs?

Been serviced regularly, spark plugs recently changed, oil topped up, just at a bit of a loss!

Anyone keen?

Just finished a couple of upgrades on my 2017 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk 2.0 Multijet (170 hp).
Swapped to 235/60R17 all-terrain tires
Added a roof rack

Now I’m looking at adding limb risers (the steel cables that run from the hood to the roof rack to deflect branches away from the windshield).

Has anyone here installed limb risers on a Renegade? I’m having a hard time finding options specifically for the Renegade. I’d prefer something that mounts cleanly without drilling if possible.

If you’ve got photos of your setup or recommendations for kits (or even DIY solutions), I’d really appreciate it!
Thanks!

The Jeep garage in France are asking 1500€ to change the timing belt and water pump
But they say they think the engine is damaged and that it might not work
It might need a new engine
What are your thoughts
The car won’t drive and would need towing if I don’t get it fixed at their garage
I’m thinking probably have to sell it for scrap
And buy something else
Bought it for 7500 at 180k km last year

I was driving down the highway, it’s was extremely windy the pressure from the wind coming into the car sent the entire roof sailing into traffic. I had to close a tarp in my doors. Guess I am truly driving the renegade topless.