Joyner Trooper worst and best things

[Real Leroux]

Interested in knowing the worst and best things on the trooper . Im new but got one for cheep it needed work but almost done . 

[Dan B]

It all boils down to one's opinion.  Some don't like these mahines simply because they are from China.  Most of the stuff we get today comes from China.  Depending upon where you live in the US, parts and maintenance support is sparse.   You may have to be your own mechanic.  The Chery engine is apparently reliable (mine is).  John Deere and Kawasaki uses the 800cc version on one of their models as well as a host of other lesser known brands of SxS.  I prefer the clutch/5-speed transmission on the Renegade (and Trooper).  But you have to be proactive in managing power to the drive axles.  I like the independently selectable front/rear locking differentials and 4WD.  This machine is more like an automobile as far as the drive train goes.  I don't care much for the brake response - small diameter rotors leads to slightly longer stopping distances.  There hasn't been a safety recall on the Trooper or Renegade that I can find.  Other better known brands have had recalls.  There are tons of YouTube videos that show problems with belts burning out (CTV), broken axles and CV joints.  But that can also happen with any machine that is driven beyond its limits.  I don't think the Trooper or Renegade is designed to  go airborne over jumps.

[Neil Wilson]

Cons: Electrical system has been a problem. Fuse box has corrosion, short somewhere between lights and 4wd switch. Electrical system is exposed to water. Fuel gage is wrong, temp gage is wrong, Oil pressure light comes on at idle. Battery is draining after a few days. New ball joints worn out in just a few rides, no grease zirks. Rattles and bangs on rough stuff.  Sloppy steering box. 4wd switch cycles randomly. Have to remove seat belts to get to tool box under seat. Parts hard to get. Gutless engine. Shocks can't be rebuilt.

Pros: cheap to buy. No drive belts.

[Jhen]

I bought a 2008 Trooper T2.  I live in the desert in Arizona.  My only issues with the trooper are the curb weight (1760lbs), and some minor electrical issues.  The weight of the machine almost makes it impossible to drive comfortably in washes.  The deep sand is a real problem for this machine.  There is only a 5a fuse controlling the lights, dash lights, turn signals, brake lights and all gauges.  That has to be split up.  The stock rocker switches corrode easily and need to be replaced with modern rocker switches which involves replacing the switch panels.  The 4wd switch is the first to go.  Replace it immediately and get ready for some tricky wiring when replacing the other switches.  Overall, for dirt roads and rough terrain including crossing some washes and doing some travel in narrow washes without much deep sand I am very happy with this purchase.  The unit is dependable and starts every time.  Oh yea the seat belts.....I replaced mine with 3 point seat belts ($60.00 pair) like the ones in my 91 jeep wrangler.  Work great and easy install.  No need to remove belts to lift seats.  The 5 point seat belts are a little overkill.