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MAKE: TEAM JOYNER MODEL: RENEGADE 800 The Team Joyner Renegade 800 is like the Hummer of the sport utility class. With a large 56 HP 800cc engine, 8” of wheel travel, and a large interior, the Renegade is not a vehicle to be taken lightly. After hopping inside and sitting in the comfortable suspension seats, you’re greeted by a slue of instrumentation. The deep rumble of the engine matches the sporty, rugged feel of the Renegade. At first, the Renegade is a little intimidating, but we all agreed that after driving the machine a couple times it became more and more comfortable. The engine has plenty of power in the mid- to high- range, but like the Trooper it lacks lowend torque. Maneuvering through some of the tighter sections of the course was more difficult due to the manual transmission and, when engaged in 4WD, the front tires grabbed hard, pulling the steering wheel into ruts. The Renegade is a large machine that could handle the half and full loads that we placed in its dump bed. Since the Renegade had a high top speed and liked the open trails, it was nice to have the 5-point harness for a sense of safety. The Renegade is a good all-around work and play vehicle, but is hindered by the manual transmission. We would recommend the Renegade to an experienced driver who would like to do light-duty work and some moderate to extreme trail riding on their off time. Overview BOX CAPACITY TEST: Nick Turning RATINGS: “With 400 lbs. the Renegade felt like it was where it belonged. With the max 750 lbs. the Renegade still drove nice and the front end didn’t feel light or floaty. In first gear, I had constant power, but in second gear it would sputter out.” Stopping Acceleration Interior Ease Of Driving Using 4WD Room (2 people) 1,025 LB. TRAILER: “Right off the bat when hooking up I liked that it offered a 12v adaptor for lights. I would like to have more torque from the engine, but I just stuck it in first and hit the gas and I got up any hill.” Cody Ease Of Getting In Overall Appear. Safety Fabrication Quality “The top speed was great, but getting to top speed took longer than desirable.Tone down the front differential; too much pull.” - Jon Crowley MSRP- $10,999 US Contact www.teamjoynerusa.com WWW.SIDEXSIDEACTION.COM 75 http://www.teamjoynerusa.com http://WWW.SIDEXSIDEACTION.COM

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SideXSide Action - April 2008 Contents Mailbox News Tips & Tricks Race Interview Next: Bobcat Soldier Meadows Win a Rhino CORR Season Wrap Up Race Year in Review Built For It: Rath Racing Prowler Product Review Shock Adjustments Tech: CDI & ECU Boxes Company Spotlight: Legend Off-Road Wheel Buyers Guide SXS Shoot-Out Gallery Shot New Products On The Go Photo

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