I'm loving mine! I don't drive much so only about 350 miles but with my driving pattern I should get 550 or so per tank ⛽ It's a little quirky but can't wait to see how it does off-road.
Two things I said I'd never do. 1.) Buy a Jeep 2.) Buy a new vehicle Bought the Sahara 4xe Saturday! One of the best hybrids out there because they decided to just take the vehicle and add electric to it and not just turn the Jeep into an egg like other hybrid or electrics. As for #2 my new car depreciation was mitigated with the $7,500 tax credit. BTW, I LOVE IT!!!
1. Same. 2. Same. Still ordered one. Between the tax credit and the stellar resale value of Wranglers in general, I talked myself into buying one pretty easily. My Honda Odyssey will be thrilled to not have to go off road anymore. :)
The reason the fuel door is locked is because there’s pressure built up in the gas tank if the jeep was not fueled in a while (daily commute using only electric, no long trips). You will also notice that when you open the fuel door from the inside, it takes few seconds to actually open so it can despresurizar if that’s the case.
For the fuel door this is done on pretty much every hybrid vehicle, because you may go an extended time between putting gas in plug in hybrids there can be excessive pressure in the tank. By making you press the button it tells the system to vent before you open it. In some cases is will open almost instantly and others it can take up to a couple seconds before it will open.
This guy get a raise yet? He is the face for Epic and does a great job. And nope I don't know him. I'm in Michigan, but maybe someday I'll be lucky to have an Epic Jeep up fitted by this "ginger" guy.
Hello Mr Kunst. You are welcome to call us anytime for a discussion or advice. We get calls from all over North America. We don't mind pointing you in the right direction for your Jeep build ;-)
Awesome build! Is it required to change the driveshaft when you install aftermarket shocks and lift kit on the Wrangler 4xe? And you used a custom driveshaft, is there any aftermarket driveshaft that is plug and play to use with this hybrid jeep?
So technically speaking, the high voltage battery is connected to the DC to DC converter that provides 12 volts to the low voltage side. All the power flow comes from the high voltage battery. So from that perspective, if you connect to the 12 volt system, it is feeding off the high voltage battery. That's going to be the best way to go about it. If anyone connects to the 400 volt battery, that voltage is going to have to be converted anyway. So might as well use the equipment that's already in place. There's nothing designed to handle 400 volts DC. It wold hammer the warranty anyway.
First of all, what a cool and unique video! But what an amazing powertrain for people like me who live at high elevation. That electric motor plus a turbo will really help out up here
Love the vids!! As a 4xe owner, glad you made this video... I upgraded just about everything to get mine ready for the trails, but I always end up taking my JK instead. For some reason, the 4xe's new shoe feeling is lasting much longer than I thought...
@@EPIC-4WD my JT was lifted with 37s. Don’t get me wrong, I loved the JT. We had a lot of fun in it. But my heart is still with a wrangler. Cheers! Keep up the good vids
Those wheels are badass! Speaking of... Work smarter, not harder, lift the jeep just off the ground before you take the wheels off and bring it back down low to put them back on so you don't have to drop or lift them so high.
Yeah, the wheels turned out awesome. As for your "work smarter, not harder" comment - we have to work out our Ginger daily to keep him in top physical and mental condition. We're building muscle over here.
I have the Rubicon 4Xe myself. Love it but I’m curious what kind of mileage you’re averaging? I’m not sure if something is wrong with mine or it just isn’t that great in mileage as they say it is in hybrid mode?
The 4XE is a heavy Jeep. Adding more weight for gear and people will require a proper suspension setup. Feel free to give us a call to discuss 604-888-2961.
How is the consumption with The bigger tires and lift? Mileage in only electric mode and consumption. I think that stock has a correct / acceptable autonomy, but with lift and biggest Tires it’s canceled
While we only had the Jeep in the modified form for a few days with the easy-rolling 35" EXO Grapplers, we didn't notice any significant change in the electric range.
What did you have to do with the sound vending (Exhaust lol) to keep it on there - i tried to have my dealer put that tire carrier on and they said they couldn’t get get in on cause of that thing...wish you were in the US!
What difference in electric range and overall fuel economy have you seen? Looking at one of these but don't want it to become useless after adding all the offroad goodies.
The trick is to keep the rolling mass as close to stock as possible. Thus why we went with 35s ;-) Our clients with the 4XE and 35s are reporting nothing really noticeable, driving around town, no issues with highway driving fuel economy, however one would assume that there is some effect, albeit small. We have a 4XE on order for our shop, so we'll have more hands-on updates coming in the next few months. Cheers!
Mine is always in FORM so I feel I got ripped off because electric is not available for weeks now. It's also telling me I need an oil change after only a month ago that I changed the oil.
All joking aside, obviously if you own one every morning when you leave your house you have a full charge with no wait, and you can run it on gas only forever, so it’s actually super convenient and will save a ton of money on gas. It’s going to be like $1/gallon equivalent on electric, so if it’s your daily that’s huge.
My guess is more of these will be on the side of the road than on the road. I need an EOA in South Carolina when im able to drop the hammer on an eco diesel gladiator....but then ive always wanted to visit B.C.
Any driveshaft shop should be able to measure and make you up a 1310 shaft. We found that the Rubicon and Sahara 4XE front shafts are actually different lengths ;-) We just have them custom made at a local driveline shop to our specs.
Hello Mr C1ph3r. We would buy a 4XE as a hybrid commuter vehicle that can go off-road on the weekends. It's a blast to drive. Due to the extra battery weight and the limited electric range, we would hesitate to recommend this platform for an overlander that wants to load up the vehicle with lots of gear, roof top tent, etc and head out for days into the backcountry. All depends on what you want to do with it. The EcoDiesel platform is simply insane and delivers crazy torque 100% of the time, as long as your fuel tank is full ;-)
@@EPIC-4WD totally agree with statement of the 4xe vs Diesel for overlanding (and I’m a 4xe owner) until they update the 4xe in a few ways (either with some factory updates or options), but I do want to point out that the 470 lb of torque is virtually there the whole time (you seemed to imply that it is no longer available after the battery is depleted). The 4xe keeps 15% battery in reserve for a couple of reasons and one of those is so it can give that torque boost when needed(that 15% is also the easiest to charge back). It replenishes that 15% from the engine and from regenerative braking. Sure if you were pull 470 lb constantly you probably can deplete that before it can replenish, but that doesn’t happen in the vast majority of cases. A good test would be to wheel it straight up an obstacle strewn mountain with the battery already “depleted” and see how it handles it, something you are in a good position to test 🙂, and would be a great video as well. Also, great build.
Always love your videos, but had to go back to this one with a new 4xe order made. Watching it gave me 2 questions; 1. I previously put in a TerraLex High Angle CV kit on my JK to make up for the clearance on my front DS. Is this something you guys researched for the 4xe vs a new DS? 2. I'm a little confused about the lift height, in the description you have it listed as a 2.5" lift, yet the Terraflex spacers seemed to be 3", then on a comment below you mention that you can't lift it higher then 2" due to E-brake set up. I'll probably be getting in contact with you guys next year about a lift quote.
2 questions question 1 is how many miles are you getting on a full charge after the lift on just full Electric? And what is the mile per gallon when in hybrid mode
I want to know what the Electrical range dropped to with the bigger and heavier wheels and other components that you installed, as you said about 25 miles before the upgrades??
Hey CJ - we only had the Jeep in the modified state for a few days, but we'd say the larger tires/lift didn't do anything recognizable to the range. I'm sure it probably lost a mile or two in the all-electric range category ;-)
Just picked that exact jeep up a few nights ago for the wife. She is ready to lift.. Do you have a link to the specs on the custom drive shaft by chance?
Nope sorry. We just had it made up by a local drive shaft shop. Any drive shaft place can measure up the lengths required. It's just a custom-length 1310 Double Cardan with a new yolk at the t-case.
Will this work on the high Altitude? If not what will? Seems that the extra weight in the 4xe is problematic. Still waiting on the release of the Mopar lift which should address these issues. Any suggestions for us 4xe owners who want to use a non Mopar lift? Also can I fly you to Texas to go pimp out my jeep?!
First - yes, the 4XE is heavier. Second - friends don't let friends install a Mopar lift in their Jeep. Get a good lift instead and you'll be waaaay happier. Thirdly - You certainly can fly us out to Texas, it's been 8 years since I've visited your beautiful state.
I'm noticing that the cowel corner with the charging plug pretty much ruins mounting an over-roof rack cage. Unless there is another way to mount to the firewall under the cowel???
Thanks for all the info! My 4xe is being built this week and I've been scouring the web for any info I can find on lifts. This is the first place I've seen the front drive shaft issue. How long did it take to sell?
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger wouldn't the shocks prevent full droop on the ground? Curious why not using the Nitto Terra Grappler G2? They weigh 65lbs each as opposed to 75lbs with the Exo Grappler!
Correct me if I'm wrong, but pretty sure you are only supposed to use a double cardan like that ONLY if you can make the pinion angle match the driveshaft angle. I think a standard driveshaft would have been more appropriate and less expensive for that application.
Hey it would be nice to see you charge this thing with a solar generator like the jackery 2000 pro for example....it would be free energy and although it would not drive too far still can drive for free.
What’s size are those tires? Will that life kit fits 37””. I just pick one up. And where can I get the front drive shaft? Thanks. Any other recommendations for a lift kit?
😆 33s are on my Tacoma. Was going to do 35s (takes some work but they fit) not practical for my application... unlike jeep guys I see mall crawling by me on their 35s/ 37s while never engaging 4wd or knowing how.
You make it all seem so simple! haha. Like as if you didn’t just spend 30 minutes swearing at the spring xD. The way you edit your videos is awesome and highlights the crucial bits well! Very well put together
Personally I would always choose a Rubicon for many reasons, you get all the axle upgrades, lockers, bigger brakes (Then some models), 4:1 Transfercase, sway bar disconnect system, high clearance fenders and a cool looking hood to boot!
Hey guys. Need a little input. Gonna put a 1 inch lift on my 4xe Rubi and curious based on your video can I get away with just the spacers being that it’s only an inch lift. I think I lost some height anyway as I added LoD Destroyers bumpers front and back and a winch. Just hoping I can get away with just adding the 1 inch spacers without adding anything else or springs and shocks or the drive shaft. Please advise. Many thanks. Great video.
Hey Ginger, wondering how much longer the Falcon shocks for the front are over the stock Rubicon shocks. I plan a simple 1 inch spacer lift on my 4xe when it arrives (Mojave is my current rig) and would much prefer to not have to do the front drive shaft. Thanks!!
@@Elprez69 OUCH!!😤😤😤 THEY Tried switching us to Liters back in the late '70's early '80's ,in California, but they were Charging the same price per gallon of gas per liter,When people found out that they were paying twice as much for a gallon of gas, I'll Put it this Way, THAT SHIT WAS STOPPED QUIK AND WE WENT BACK TO OUR OLD SYSTEM!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
The 4XE is awesome! Bought one in Dark gray on Friday!
Thanks for watching George!
I'm loving mine! I don't drive much so only about 350 miles but with my driving pattern I should get 550 or so per tank ⛽ It's a little quirky but can't wait to see how it does off-road.
Lift not needed for those 35s.
I just ordered one this week. Same color. Sting gray. How you liking yours?
The 4XE is a great Jeep. We normally use it for a commuter vehicle and use our Mojave for off-road. Both are awesome Jeeps!
That silence on the trail is going to be awesome
It's totally weird. When you disconnect the outside speakers, it's even more crazy ;-)
Beautiful machine!
That blue trim on the wheels really drives it home. OIIIIIIIO
Oh it does! Wheel paint worked out awesome.
Two things I said I'd never do.
1.) Buy a Jeep
2.) Buy a new vehicle
Bought the Sahara 4xe Saturday! One of the best hybrids out there because they decided to just take the vehicle and add electric to it and not just turn the Jeep into an egg like other hybrid or electrics. As for #2 my new car depreciation was mitigated with the $7,500 tax credit.
BTW, I LOVE IT!!!
Excellent Sir! You'll love the Jeep lifestyle. Every weekend is an adventure! Enjoy!
1. Same. 2. Same. Still ordered one. Between the tax credit and the stellar resale value of Wranglers in general, I talked myself into buying one pretty easily. My Honda Odyssey will be thrilled to not have to go off road anymore. :)
haha I can say the SAME thing. I just ordered an all-black 4xe rubi.
The reason the fuel door is locked is because there’s pressure built up in the gas tank if the jeep was not fueled in a while (daily commute using only electric, no long trips). You will also notice that when you open the fuel door from the inside, it takes few seconds to actually open so it can despresurizar if that’s the case.
@@mctigmctiggy1475 Fuck you’re full of the correct information huh?
For the fuel door this is done on pretty much every hybrid vehicle, because you may go an extended time between putting gas in plug in hybrids there can be excessive pressure in the tank. By making you press the button it tells the system to vent before you open it. In some cases is will open almost instantly and others it can take up to a couple seconds before it will open.
This guy get a raise yet? He is the face for Epic and does a great job. And nope I don't know him. I'm in Michigan, but maybe someday I'll be lucky to have an Epic Jeep up fitted by this "ginger" guy.
Thanks man, they buy me Tim Hortons Ice Caps regularly to keep me happy 😉
I've had my black 4XE for a month. Thing is insane. 💜
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve had mine a month as well and it’s been great.
I ordered a 4xe high altitude Sahara yesterday!! So anxious for it to get in. Love the review!
Congrats! The Blue Trim looks great on the White Jeep!
I just got mine 2 days ago. And i am loving it so far.
Awesome! Congrats! It's a fun Jeep!
Nice job Ginger!! I'm on the wrong coast to take advantage of your skill and knowledge.
Hello Mr Kunst. You are welcome to call us anytime for a discussion or advice. We get calls from all over North America. We don't mind pointing you in the right direction for your Jeep build ;-)
Awesome build! Is it required to change the driveshaft when you install aftermarket shocks and lift kit on the Wrangler 4xe? And you used a custom driveshaft, is there any aftermarket driveshaft that is plug and play to use with this hybrid jeep?
Can we power our fridge from the giant drive battery?
Hey! Anything's possible! ;-)
So technically speaking, the high voltage battery is connected to the DC to DC converter that provides 12 volts to the low voltage side. All the power flow comes from the high voltage battery. So from that perspective, if you connect to the 12 volt system, it is feeding off the high voltage battery. That's going to be the best way to go about it. If anyone connects to the 400 volt battery, that voltage is going to have to be converted anyway. So might as well use the equipment that's already in place. There's nothing designed to handle 400 volts DC. It wold hammer the warranty anyway.
@@Wrangler4XEFans There's also a standard 12v battery in there as well though. Does it always charge off the 400v drive battery?
Sounds like there's a 2.5kw DC-DC converter that acts as the alternator. Good to know.
@@jfloydsea Yes, from the DC to DC converter.
First of all, what a cool and unique video! But what an amazing powertrain for people like me who live at high elevation. That electric motor plus a turbo will really help out up here
Thanks Gregg! Yeah, that's an advantage for sure!
Love the vids!! As a 4xe owner, glad you made this video... I upgraded just about everything to get mine ready for the trails, but I always end up taking my JK instead. For some reason, the 4xe's new shoe feeling is lasting much longer than I thought...
Just got mine the other day, but I’m sting grey. Traded in the JTR. Glad to be back in a wrangler. Cheers!
After driving a Wrangler again, I kinda miss it. But then I jump in KHAN and I'm like "yeah, this is fine" LOL ;-)
@@EPIC-4WD my JT was lifted with 37s. Don’t get me wrong, I loved the JT. We had a lot of fun in it. But my heart is still with a wrangler. Cheers! Keep up the good vids
GUYS LOOK PRETTY COMFORTABLE
Oh we're always comfortable ;-)
WOW, I’m sold on 4xe. Good job.
Love the build. I just bought one, may have to visit for some upgrades
Thanks Wayne! Yes, we've built quite a few 4XEs and we have one incoming for our shop as well! Feel free to give us a call. Cheers!
Those wheels are badass!
Speaking of... Work smarter, not harder, lift the jeep just off the ground before you take the wheels off and bring it back down low to put them back on so you don't have to drop or lift them so high.
Yeah, the wheels turned out awesome. As for your "work smarter, not harder" comment - we have to work out our Ginger daily to keep him in top physical and mental condition. We're building muscle over here.
I like my diesels in my gladiator and Wrangler. Banks has a tuner now as well
We also love the EcoDiesel Jeeps
Since driving it. What have you noticed are the mpg?
Looks great, can you put the exact part list on here... thanks so much
Hello Brad! We have just updated the video description to include the parts list! Cheers!
Excellent job
Thanks
I am driving in hybrid mode and it is only using mostly electric. I am loving my 4Xe.
That is awesome to hear!
I have the Rubicon 4Xe myself. Love it but I’m curious what kind of mileage you’re averaging? I’m not sure if something is wrong with mine or it just isn’t that great in mileage as they say it is in hybrid mode?
nice work... looks good
Thanks 👍
Nice work.
Thanks! It's a fun Jeep to drive!
great view, but does it come In Mojito Green yet?
Good Question! I heard that green is coming back.
@@EPIC-4WD if that's the case, this could get expensive for me!!!
Super nice guys .. love it .. the wheels are great 👍
Thanks Jason!
It turned out nice
Thanks for following along! It's a sharp looking Jeep.
I have a 4xE and about to go on a long trip with family and will be adding weight, Bikes and luggage. What shocks do you think I should upgrade too.
The 4XE is a heavy Jeep. Adding more weight for gear and people will require a proper suspension setup. Feel free to give us a call to discuss 604-888-2961.
Excellent job!
Thank you very much!
do you need a need new driveshaft for the this teraflex 2.5 kit?
How is the consumption with The bigger tires and lift? Mileage in only electric mode and consumption. I think that stock has a correct / acceptable autonomy, but with lift and biggest Tires it’s canceled
While we only had the Jeep in the modified form for a few days with the easy-rolling 35" EXO Grapplers, we didn't notice any significant change in the electric range.
Well done on the wheels! They really pop! That's big brain stuff right there!
Thank you for recognizing our big brains. Appreciated!
I noticed non of these JL lift kits include proper driveshafts for the lifts and you have to source a third party company to get driveshafts made.
You got it!
What did you have to do with the sound vending (Exhaust lol) to keep it on there - i tried to have my dealer put that tire carrier on and they said they couldn’t get get in on cause of that thing...wish you were in the US!
You sir are at the wrong place ;-)
Hey. Love your guys channel. Does the 4xe need diff re gearing to run 37? Thanks
What difference in electric range and overall fuel economy have you seen? Looking at one of these but don't want it to become useless after adding all the offroad goodies.
The trick is to keep the rolling mass as close to stock as possible. Thus why we went with 35s ;-) Our clients with the 4XE and 35s are reporting nothing really noticeable, driving around town, no issues with highway driving fuel economy, however one would assume that there is some effect, albeit small. We have a 4XE on order for our shop, so we'll have more hands-on updates coming in the next few months. Cheers!
Amazing setup, what is the price for the entire kit you guys installed?
This is a $120K Wrangler.
Mine is always in FORM so I feel I got ripped off because electric is not available for weeks now. It's also telling me I need an oil change after only a month ago that I changed the oil.
Can I have info the wheel brand and size?
I believe it's a 17x9 +1 Fuel Kicker, custom painted.
All joking aside, obviously if you own one every morning when you leave your house you have a full charge with no wait, and you can run it on gas only forever, so it’s actually super convenient and will save a ton of money on gas. It’s going to be like $1/gallon equivalent on electric, so if it’s your daily that’s huge.
Thanks David, we agree. For daily driving with the occasional weekend off-road trip, it totally makes sense for the fuel economy.
Amazing. You finally figured out the 2012 Prius.
My guess is more of these will be on the side of the road than on the road. I need an EOA in South Carolina when im able to drop the hammer on an eco diesel gladiator....but then ive always wanted to visit B.C.
Looks awesome guys, can you provide a full list of equipment used and cost ?
The parts list is shown in the video description. Cheers!
It's pretty interesting
Just curious, doesn't it have a 2.5 inch lift already? Or am I am wrong? I heard that because it weighs in extra 800 lbs?
Yeah, no... it's the same height as a non-4XE Rubicon.
Okay thanks it look like it was lift? Okay thanks
@@EPIC-4WD Does it utilize the same suspension as a rubicon aka would a take off 4xe work on a sport
Wish you post more videos on different builds.
Thanks! We try... but we're just slammed busy. Cheers!
So I can get either this exact 4xe or a rubicon simiilarly equipped gladiator for the same price. I don't know if I can make this decision!
Tough choice!
@@EPIC-4WD what is the seat in the glad like on long trips?
EXO Grapplers are some of the best truck snow tires I've ever used.
Yeah, we sell them to clients who live in Whistler, Squamish and up north.
Where can I order that drive shaft? Planning to lift my 4xe
Any driveshaft shop should be able to measure and make you up a 1310 shaft. We found that the Rubicon and Sahara 4XE front shafts are actually different lengths ;-) We just have them custom made at a local driveline shop to our specs.
Awesome. Thank you for the video
What custom piece did you put on the Jeep
Great video! Now, the big question is would the EPIC crew given the choice buy the 4XE over the gas counterparts?
Hello Mr C1ph3r. We would buy a 4XE as a hybrid commuter vehicle that can go off-road on the weekends. It's a blast to drive. Due to the extra battery weight and the limited electric range, we would hesitate to recommend this platform for an overlander that wants to load up the vehicle with lots of gear, roof top tent, etc and head out for days into the backcountry. All depends on what you want to do with it. The EcoDiesel platform is simply insane and delivers crazy torque 100% of the time, as long as your fuel tank is full ;-)
@@EPIC-4WD totally agree with statement of the 4xe vs Diesel for overlanding (and I’m a 4xe owner) until they update the 4xe in a few ways (either with some factory updates or options), but I do want to point out that the 470 lb of torque is virtually there the whole time (you seemed to imply that it is no longer available after the battery is depleted). The 4xe keeps 15% battery in reserve for a couple of reasons and one of those is so it can give that torque boost when needed(that 15% is also the easiest to charge back). It replenishes that 15% from the engine and from regenerative braking. Sure if you were pull 470 lb constantly you probably can deplete that before it can replenish, but that doesn’t happen in the vast majority of cases. A good test would be to wheel it straight up an obstacle strewn mountain with the battery already “depleted” and see how it handles it, something you are in a good position to test 🙂, and would be a great video as well. Also, great build.
Always love your videos, but had to go back to this one with a new 4xe order made. Watching it gave me 2 questions;
1. I previously put in a TerraLex High Angle CV kit on my JK to make up for the clearance on my front DS. Is this something you guys researched for the 4xe vs a new DS?
2. I'm a little confused about the lift height, in the description you have it listed as a 2.5" lift, yet the Terraflex spacers seemed to be 3", then on a comment below you mention that you can't lift it higher then 2" due to E-brake set up.
I'll probably be getting in contact with you guys next year about a lift quote.
2 questions question 1 is how many miles are you getting on a full charge after the lift on just full Electric? And what is the mile per gallon when in hybrid mode
When we had this vehicle no programmers worked so we couldn’t properly set the tire size so all numbers would be incorrect.
On a full charge stock off road my buddy got 3 miles then it switched to gas I can’t imagine with a lift and tires….
@@jP-nw7nm We will be doing a full series of content on the 4XE eventually as we have a pretty sick one on order ;)
No one wrote lube on my drive shaft... that's why I wasn't lubing it :D
Casey - we hear ya... writing maintenance instructions on your undercarriage is a new standard operating procedure at EPIC ;-)
What size tire? 35?
35 inch, and they had to change the front driveshaft, its 4 inches longer than standard gas JLUR!
I want to know what the Electrical range dropped to with the bigger and heavier wheels and other components that you installed, as you said about 25 miles before the upgrades??
Hey CJ - we only had the Jeep in the modified state for a few days, but we'd say the larger tires/lift didn't do anything recognizable to the range. I'm sure it probably lost a mile or two in the all-electric range category ;-)
Just picked that exact jeep up a few nights ago for the wife. She is ready to lift.. Do you have a link to the specs on the custom drive shaft by chance?
Nope sorry. We just had it made up by a local drive shaft shop. Any drive shaft place can measure up the lengths required. It's just a custom-length 1310 Double Cardan with a new yolk at the t-case.
Looks great
Is there any difference in the electric range with this lift kit?
Will this work on the high Altitude?
If not what will? Seems that the extra weight in the 4xe is problematic. Still waiting on the release of the Mopar lift which should address these issues. Any suggestions for us 4xe owners who want to use a non Mopar lift?
Also can I fly you to Texas to go pimp out my jeep?!
First - yes, the 4XE is heavier. Second - friends don't let friends install a Mopar lift in their Jeep. Get a good lift instead and you'll be waaaay happier. Thirdly - You certainly can fly us out to Texas, it's been 8 years since I've visited your beautiful state.
How much did your upgrades add to the cost?
Is that Chrysler Surf Blue or Chrysler Surf Blue Pearl?
Excellent question - we think its simply "Chrysler Surf Blue". We could be wrong though. Our friends over at Black Cherry Autoworks would know.
Love seeing some Canadian off-road content. Subscribed!
Also, i want you to do my next build. :)
Thanks for following along! And no problem. Give us a call anytime!
What gearing is in the axles? Rubicon come with 4.10 normally is that the same with the 4XE?
Yes.. 4xe rubicon comes with 4.10
I'm noticing that the cowel corner with the charging plug pretty much ruins mounting an over-roof rack cage. Unless there is another way to mount to the firewall under the cowel???
We personally prefer to use RhinoRack backbone rack systems, haven’t had good luck with many cage style roof racks.
Thanks for all the info! My 4xe is being built this week and I've been scouring the web for any info I can find on lifts. This is the first place I've seen the front drive shaft issue.
How long did it take to sell?
Can you guys pleade put together a parts list and post it on here?
Done.
@@EPIC-4WD item
list in description? not trying to be dumb but what discription? i see nothing, lmk plz
@@fakenattypolice8317 The video has a description. In that description is the parts list. View on a computer maybe to see the video description?
that looks pretty kewl with the blue wheels dude. like it alot but not a big fan of EV's at all. love the color scheme and the white definitely 👌!!
Epic keep getting more EPIC ! 🚙 Yeah 🛸👾👽 be great all around ride those rims & leveling just the bomb of silence great job .
Hello Mr Chapman! Thanks for commenting and following along. It was a fun Jeep to work with!
@@EPIC-4WD Your welcome . Hope one day visit your shop and hit some places Casey , Shawn and epic team go to .
Pretty freakin awesome.. I like it!
Thank you! Cheers!
Did you change the speed to match what the jeep shows?
When a programmer is available we will yes.
Lmao 😂 over the rear speaker comment. Nicely done… Subscribing and buying a 4xe!
Thanks man!
Where do you get the drive shaft at? Will metal cloak offer it?
And competent driveshaft company can make a shaft for this its just a bit longer than the other models.
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger wouldn't the shocks prevent full droop on the ground? Curious why not using the Nitto Terra Grappler G2? They weigh 65lbs each as opposed to 75lbs with the Exo Grappler!
@@exoplanetnomad I wanted to use Nitto Ridge Grapplers or MT Baja Boss A/T but due to Covid stock was unable to be acquired at the time.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but pretty sure you are only supposed to use a double cardan like that ONLY if you can make the pinion angle match the driveshaft angle. I think a standard driveshaft would have been more appropriate and less expensive for that application.
Honestly I have never not seen an aftermarket double cardan front driveshaft used in a Jeep
Hey it would be nice to see you charge this thing with a solar generator like the jackery 2000 pro for example....it would be free energy and although it would not drive too far still can drive for free.
Does this affect the electric range?
probably!
What’s size are those tires? Will that life kit fits 37””. I just pick one up. And where can I get the front drive shaft? Thanks. Any other recommendations for a lift kit?
“Unless you’re a Toyota” 😂
😆 33s are on my Tacoma. Was going to do 35s (takes some work but they fit) not practical for my application... unlike jeep guys I see mall crawling by me on their 35s/ 37s while never engaging 4wd or knowing how.
@@SimplyCarReviews says the “Toyota” guy watching a video about a Jeep. 🤔
@@tysonsprenger702 I own a Rubicon as well.
I want to know what is the real world MPG both on and off the road.
NICE ..!! (Roughly Parts Price ?) not including wheels just lift parts and driveshaft (and Exactly info on the custom driveshaft ) appreciate it!!!
Parts list in the TH-cam description. Cheers!
You make it all seem so simple! haha. Like as if you didn’t just spend 30 minutes swearing at the spring xD. The way you edit your videos is awesome and highlights the crucial bits well! Very well put together
Thanks for following along. We have been building quite a few of these 4XEs. We'll have an update video in December.
Can you put 35 inch tires without lifting it? ... and I was thinking the Black Rhino Sentinel wheels would look EPIC! They're blue from the factory!
In a Rubicon, yes you could add 35" tires, however you'd have to adjust your bump stops accordingly, thus robbing yourself of wheel up-travel.
Thanks for giving us the "freedom miles" equivalent for us southerners haha
No problem. We love our southern neighbours!
@@EPIC-4WD looking at buying a Rubicon 4xe for the wife, so it nice to see what is required to do a lift. Appreciate the video, thank you
Why'd you buy a Rubicon if you were going to do these mods? Just curious. Seems you could have just bought the base sahara?
Personally I would always choose a Rubicon for many reasons, you get all the axle upgrades, lockers, bigger brakes (Then some models), 4:1 Transfercase, sway bar disconnect system, high clearance fenders and a cool looking hood to boot!
Lookin good!
Thanks for following along Kyle!
I'll have to go up to Campbell River and see if Bill Howich has one..
Krazy Mitch and his Krazy ideas... Do it... you'll enjoy launching from every stop light in Campbell River.
@@EPIC-4WD I'm unemployed so buying one is out of the question.. I prefer to stick with buying Beaters (haha)
Hey guys. Need a little input. Gonna put a 1 inch lift on my 4xe Rubi and curious based on your video can I get away with just the spacers being that it’s only an inch lift. I think I lost some height anyway as I added LoD Destroyers bumpers front and back and a winch. Just hoping I can get away with just adding the 1 inch spacers without adding anything else or springs and shocks or the drive shaft. Please advise. Many thanks. Great video.
If your thinking of heading down that road, Teraflex makes a 1.5” spacer lift for the JLU. I would maybe start there.
How many Jeep owners upgrade their brakes???
Hey Ginger, wondering how much longer the Falcon shocks for the front are over the stock Rubicon shocks. I plan a simple 1 inch spacer lift on my 4xe when it arrives (Mojave is my current rig) and would much prefer to not have to do the front drive shaft. Thanks!!
I guess it already sold, it's not on the dealer's website.
Yep Sold. We have orders to build up some more. A black one and a red one are next.
Great news 👋
Gas here in Ontario is supposed to hit $1.80 by summer....so this is starting to look better..I think I'm losing my mind
Buck 80 a gallon, Damn, That's Cheap,wish we had those cheap gas prices here in Arizona!!
Or is that per Liter?
@@CJLane-62 yes it is! That's like 7dollars u.s gallon were screwed lol
@@Elprez69 OUCH!!😤😤😤
THEY Tried switching us to Liters back in the late '70's early '80's ,in California, but they were Charging the same price per gallon of gas per liter,When people found out that they were paying twice as much for a gallon of gas, I'll Put it this Way, THAT SHIT WAS STOPPED QUIK AND WE WENT BACK TO OUR OLD SYSTEM!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@@CJLane-62 packing my bags for Texas buddy!lol
You don't have 220v at the shop?
We didn’t have the charger for it or the cord. But yes we have 220v
Definitely won’t be switching.
These guys are great, been stalking all their upgrades on @casey250 and Ginger is very cute up close 😄
We will advise the Ginger that you find him "cute". ;-) Thanks for following along!
sick bro i just ordered the same one stinger gray how much cost to left