This video hits on some hidden gems that FCA included in the new Jeep Gladiator. There are some interesting electrical, performance, and hardware systems that really are exciting to the Jeep junkie.
Always great info from your channel. Got my JT in July and I love it. Hate the auto start feature. I bought a taser but mine didn't work out of the box, even after I did the software upgrade. 😢 So glad you explained how to get around it! Still love the led headlights you posted earlier. They are awesome. Thank you for taking the time to share!
First time Jeep owner. I just switched to Gladiator Willys Edition from a Tacoma TRD Pro. My kids begged me to switch. The night before I picked up the JT I had a wrench in my stomach. 2 hrs driving the JT with the top off and family smiles ear to ear, I dont even remember the Taco. This thing is Awesome! I need to learn, and your videos are absolutely awesome. Youre positive and focus on education. Thank you so much!
I bought a Jeep (2018 wrangler) and it was defective from day one.. It has the PCM right on top of that 'french horn' exhaust and the PCM suffers frequently from heat breakdown and causes many issues over time I think they need an air unlet on the driver side too.. and a fan for the PCM or move it out from above the exhaust.
I have had my JT Sport S since Oct. I love it. It has been the perfect build platform for my needs. I have added Mopar 2in lift and larger OEM Rubicon wheels and tires. A winch, some lighting. The fact that I can add ARB air locker some day in the future is a great benefit. I always wanted a jeep but needed some towing capability, I have a boat, so always needed a different vehicle. Jumped at the JT as the whole package. Thanks for pointing out these features that I had not found. I really like being educated on my vehicle and now I have those little items to pass on to people who are interested.
Note, the grill hole for air intake on a gladiator, when driving in a snow storm WILL ice up and caise your glady to get real slow on the highway, chokes off the air supply significantly. No joke, the first bend in the tube feom the grill as it goes back clogs up with ice and snow, bad design. Only when driving during falling snow or ice storms.
I'm glad Jeep is paying attention to what made Jeep great to begin with. Although with the poor departure angle of the JT "Gladiator" I'm hopeful they will come out with a 2 door version.
Great content and good presentation. Those palm trees remind me of our base housing in Guam back in the 90s. I left my 91 Wrangler there when I left, I wonder if it’s still there bopping around the island. I agree the JL/JT are the best thought out from a Jeeper perspective.
I"m thoroughly enjoying my '21 Gladiator Overland. Whenever I feel like I've been affected by seeing too many of the negative articles or media posts on the Gladiator, I come back to this video to reappreciate the engineering and thought that has gone into this vehicle. Bottom line is, the truck does everything we ask of it and it brings a lot of joy to my family and I while driving it. Thanks for sharing all of these observations and the Jeep history. Keep on truckin' !
I want a mojave with max tow package which gives 1600 lb payload but it is not offered, its either that or I will just run payload over by 150-250 lbs on the mojave when packing for camping towing the 17 ft travel trailer, pretty common, I do it with my tacoma when going camping. I plan on having a full time at overland summit shell with wedge sleeper on top of a mojave. Thats 340 lbs wt for camper shell. I don't want to give up the reinforced mojave frame, and settle for the sport s. I think that reinforced frame is super important for towing especially offroad.
Just got my JTR a week ago and love it! It's tough to find videos that aren't talking about the same old thing over and over again. You taught me several things I didn't know right out of the gate! The secret air intake and the tuned exhaust. Great info. Your approach to the details is very refreshing. More fact based and objective, instead of just saying "this is badass" or "this sucks" like some of the other people. I subscribed. Keep it up.
Thanks for this informative video. Forget the critics for they know not what they speak. As a first time Jeep owner, the Gladiator has proven to be an awesome vehicle. After reading the manual the information provided in this video provided much more about the reasoning behind the engineering of this vehicle than the manuals ever could. As a novice owner, your efforts to provide quality and easy to understand information is greatly appreciated.
My gladiator isn't just a pretty face. I use it to haul firewood and currently it is full of heavy treated lumber. It is the best jeep I've ever owned!
My wife and I just got a 2020 Gladiator Rubicon. Dream come true for me. I’ve always been a Jeep guy and have converted my wife of 6 months to a Jeep girl. 😊 I’m somewhat of an amateur Jeepologist but didn’t know much about the Gladiator. Was just searching for info and found your video. I’m glad I did. I don’t comment much on here but wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your video and I hope your channel does well.
Great video man! Subscribed! I also have a channel for my JT. I’m not done editing the film yet, but I put the JT on a dyno to test an aftermarket Cold Air Intake and you are right on par with your assessment of the stock performance!!! Hope you’ll check it out when the video drops!
We recently purchased a 21 Gladiator Mojave - such a plush ride, Love this little truck, and we live in the west where we will be using it in the mountains and high desert, looking forward to some lite mods soon.
Very informative video brother! I sold a 07 and 17 Wranglers to get my JT Gladiator Launch Edition and no regrets, I love my gladiator! I also pull a 10’ dump trailer with a 1025R John Deere tractor once a month with no problems other then it struggles a little up hill.
Thanks for all the information. Splines ? I’m new to jeeps and I just got a JT. I lifted it 6.5 on 40s. If I was to get lockers what brand should I get? Another question should I re-gear.. an what re-gearing would I need to do just to mild trail ride? Also it’s a daily driver
What about the “ignored” repair of their clutch-pressure plate assemblies under recall!!! My 2022 is a year old and STILL NO FIX !! Just replace the assemblies with known good parts from ACT or Centerforce! Not a good thing to have a vehicle that could kill you and your family by fire and/or explosion of the bell housing by shrapnel!!
Which programmer do you use for disabling the auto start/stop and did it work as advertised? I bought the superchips F5. It says it will disable that system, but does not unfortunately.
Just got my JT Rubi. I will offroad with it. I had a Land Rover Lr4 that I mod’ed and offroaded. For people taking these offroad a vid like this is extremely helpful. Thanks. Getting Alu-cab canopy tomorrow (so I can securely store my mountain bike) and then it’s front bumper and winch. Want to take it offroad a bit before deciding on suspension and wheel mods. Will putting some vids up of it.
Excellent presentation! I recently bought a 23 Gladiator Sport Freedom and you shared quite a few things I did not know yet! I have been impressed with this truck since the test drive and just love it more and more every time I drive it!
Very educational video. Easy to understand and full of great information. Congratulations for a job well done FCA and yourself with the video. Thank you
Love my JTR! Been wanting a “wrangler truck” for years! Had a couple older wranglers but his one is the best Jeep I’ve owned so far. Got mines in November and got almost 6k miles on it, 10% of that on trials and it’s performed great. Haven’t done nasty trials or hard core rock crawling, but so far on dirt trails/atv trails/hunting/forestry trails, it’s been great even with stock suspension and wheels/tires. And yes you’re right about capabilities. Like any other Jeep, depending what you’re looking to do, with the right upgrades, a JT will hang with any wrangler. Look at WAYALIFE and his JTR, it can do any trail any of the jks or jls can do. And story till now, his JTR can hang with or even outperform his buddies older wranglers.
Thanks for taking the time to pack all that great info into one video. Research pays off and you’ve definitely done yours. This video will be very informative to others curious about the capabilities of the JT and the engineering that when in to it for upgrade convenience. Subscribed. Keep em coming! I should have more JT content soon. Just did the “ultimate” MOPAR lift system I put together. It drives incredible! So impressed write these trucks! Enjoy your JT bud🤙🏼
Glad it was helpful! I am going to do a lift video too but in a different perspective. Thank you for your time and work on that video you made, its definately the one to pay attention to. Good job my friend.
Not just the gladiator but the whole new Jeep line is amazing. I got the new wrangler JL and it’s amazing I sold my JK with a 5.7L hemi to get this one. I had a 2011 call of duty black ops edition 4 door rubicon and I dropped a 5.7L hemi in it and sold it to get this and they are amazing.
21 Mojave, my Fox shocks suck, terrible creaking sound. Front being replaced under warranty, on back order from China since December. Dealer said not the first bad set they have seen.
Great Job, thanks! I am in my research phase now on my next purchase and my two leading vehicles are the Gladiator and the Wrangler unlimited. Your insight and explanation is very helpful.
The 2020 and 2021 Jeep Gladiators all models are developing leaking axle seals on primarily the rear drivers side. Jeep knows this and are replacing the axles under warrenty. There is a good chance that a recall is coming soon.
Great video! As far as the protection of the skids on the Gladiator, do you feel a need to beef them up or are they good enough to protect the guts? Thanks.
I feel they are enough for most off road situations. If you are doing enough to warrant upgrades you will be looking at axles and other areas first. That is my opinion.
Great information. I've been thinking about getting this truck. I do lot of overlanding, my only real concern is will the truck go places the JK or JL can go, such as turn around in tight locations? Everyone I talk to say no way. What are your thoughts? How does the truck compare to the JL?
The one area that concerns me most is the hitch. I have had a lifted Dodge Dakota that I took through Colorado on rough trails that impressed everyone there. They laughed in excitement over the ability of that Dakota 4 door. Its long but you can take different lines to make it through. Its probably a bit more work but if you want to wheel it, it will do an awesome Job with the solid front axle. There is no other truck like it on the road. Its part Wrangler part truck.
The JT will go 90% of the places a Wrangler can go. At least one stock JTR completed the Rubicon trail, and a stock Overland JT completed MOAB. Can't complain about that.
I’ve been a Tacoma guy more yrs than I have finger and toes, long story short just got a 2023 Gladiator. WOW! What a vehicle! Got it for it “Towed” ability behind a RV. But it such an Awesome truck! Hope it hold up as well as a Toyota!
I also switched from a 2023 Tacoma to a 2023 Gladiator. I had the Tacoma for a year and then got the Gladiator. The more I drive the Gladiator, the more I like it. Great truck.
Great video, nice and slow and you point out everything. I just bought mine, so thank you for all the tips that you gave us and it's so nice not to compete with loud blasting music while you talk like other videos. Lol. Aloha and have a great day..
Just bought a 2022 gladiator rubicon back in may. So far the only thing I absolutely hate is that auto start/stop “feature “. Will the tazer eliminate it. And the crappy headlights. Safe travels 🌲🌲
Hello there my name is garry fritz live in Midland Michigan. I was just wondering if you are familiar with the TJ and now I have a JL sports three motors in my TJ. Complete front end twice JL has a ton of problems. Electrical problems where the dealership has had it for two months and more you should do a special on changing spark plugs on a 3.6 JL. a fantastic trip.
I'm new on your channel and I just got my first jeep gladiator and I'm so impressed how it handles I think they went the extra mile to make this truck very strong and fun to drive thank you for the info 👍 God bless 🙌
4:00 My 1990 Dodge Daytona ES with 3.0 liter V6 also had length-compensated exhaust downpipes and for the same reason. I haven't paid that much attention to the other V6 engines I've had, but this doesn't surprise me. I'd actually be surprised if they *weren't* length-compensated. Engines run better this way and consumers notice... Why *wouldn't* a manufacturer want to improve performance this way? But I can't speak much from experience: majority of my cars were 4-cylinders...
I know this is an old video but thanks for this info that I may have otherwise never gotten. I just got my JT last month to replace my built up JK which was totaled by a distracted driver :/ I'm loving the JT so far and can't wait to build her up. What caught my eye in the video was the background. It screams DoD facility. Where did you film this? Semper Fi!
Thanks very much, it’s to bad the dealers/sales people aren’t educated in all this. I was told my Sport S max tow does not have large axles….I measured/compared mine with a Rubicon and found the two to have the same size axle and tie rods, etc. Other impressive details….the roll bar system, removable top system, high water fording, 30+ inches! And many, many other attributes.
Great Video! I'm getting my 2022 Sport S in a couple of day's. What programer are you using? And if you disconnect the hood switch to disable start stop the will it set a light?
I like the information that you went over in this video, lots of little things that I haven't had time to look at yet or even think about yet. So far I am loving my 2022 Rubicon, it handles long trips much better than any other jeep that I have ever driven, for where I live this is the right truck for me. I have done a few mods to my jeep so far but the one that really made a big difference was raising the front of the drivers seat. Makes is more like a recliner and I don't feel like I am sliding forward any more. I am 6' 1" and went with the 1 1/4" lift. I subbed your channel and hope to see it take off.
Great info, thanks! Your video confirms why I can't think of any good way to upgrade compared to my LJ, it's already upgraded! Makes me feel better about the money I spent.
NIce, informative video - Thanks! What programmer do you use to defeat the stop/start? Does that same programmer allow you to adjust for tire size? I’m really looking forward to becoming a first time Jeep owner as soon as they drop the 3D in the Gladiator.
TewlTalk Sweet! I’m hoping, once I have a physical vehicle in hand, to find a way to reverse the operation of the start/stop switch. That may take physical modification but we shall see. The hope is to be able to push the button to enable auto start/stop instead of the other way around.
Tazer mini worked great for me. Hate the cost but I was able to change my tire size in the CPU to get back some mpg and have the trans shift correctly. You can also disable the stop/start and other functions as well. Check it out
😊 around 8500 miles I notice steering wandering on the highway and now I have about 11,000 miles and I’m not happy it’s gotten worse.I have the jeep gladiator 21 model with factory steel gearbox. So you’re on the highway holding the wheel straight it can then just wonder right or left and you constantly have to correct the steering. Feels like my old 67 nova. Do you have a parts list for what I need to help support this box? Thank you.
I am on the gladiator forum, just got a willys. I saw the guys on there shitting on you for posting your video. That's nonsense. Your channel is very informative 👍keep it up!
Shit, now I want a gladiator lol. In your opinion, is it Rubicon or nothing ? Or would some of the more affordable trim levels still offer as much confidence for daily driving and weekend camping trips ?
I bought a Gladiator Sport S with tow package. I got the lower trim because I didn’t want a fancy interior fabric or painted top that would get messed up with doors/tops off while camping/off-roading. I also didn’t care for the front locker. Don’t really ever need it in my use cases. The Max Tow pkg gets you the upgrading cooling and axles/gearing you would like. Also bought a full Rubicon suspension (shocks, springs, arms, links etc.) for $200. The Rubicon guys are quite regularly driving em off lots and right to the shop for new lifts and stuff. They just give that stuff away! I’m happy with my JT and saved myself $12000+.... but BOTTOM LINE.... Any Jeep is a GOOD JEEP!
I bought the sport. You get the rubi if you don't want to mess with the axles. Get the sport and arb lockers. It will be stronger and cheaper than a Rubicon. The sport and the rubicon both have dana 44 front and rear with 32 spline shafts.
Always great info from your channel.
Got my JT in July and I love it.
Hate the auto start feature. I bought a taser but mine didn't work out of the box, even after I did the software upgrade. 😢
So glad you explained how to get around it!
Still love the led headlights you posted earlier. They are awesome.
Thank you for taking the time to share!
First time Jeep owner. I just switched to Gladiator Willys Edition from a Tacoma TRD Pro. My kids begged me to switch. The night before I picked up the JT I had a wrench in my stomach. 2 hrs driving the JT with the top off and family smiles ear to ear, I dont even remember the Taco. This thing is Awesome! I need to learn, and your videos are absolutely awesome. Youre positive and focus on education. Thank you so much!
Same deal here Havnt looked back on Tacoma pretty boring.A few stupid designs on the Jeep but it is a Jeep.
Tacoma to JT here as well.
I just switched from GX460 to Gladiator Rubicon.. I can't stop staring at it👀
Switched from a Tacoma to JT Gobi Mojave. I can't stop driving it everywhere!! Lol
I bought a Jeep (2018 wrangler) and it was defective from day one.. It has the PCM right on top of that 'french horn' exhaust
and the PCM suffers frequently from heat breakdown and causes many issues over time
I think they need an air unlet on the driver side too.. and a fan for the PCM or move it out from above the exhaust.
I like the jeep
Great video. Information I didn't know. Makes me appreciate my truck even more. Keep it up
I've had the 3.6 on 4 cars, and never had a problem at all.
I have had my JT Sport S since Oct. I love it. It has been the perfect build platform for my needs. I have added Mopar 2in lift and larger OEM Rubicon wheels and tires. A winch, some lighting. The fact that I can add ARB air locker some day in the future is a great benefit. I always wanted a jeep but needed some towing capability, I have a boat, so always needed a different vehicle. Jumped at the JT as the whole package. Thanks for pointing out these features that I had not found. I really like being educated on my vehicle and now I have those little items to pass on to people who are interested.
Well articulated with great content.
Props to you for helping me understand the subtle nuances of the new platform👍🏼
Note, the grill hole for air intake on a gladiator, when driving in a snow storm WILL ice up and caise your glady to get real slow on the highway, chokes off the air supply significantly.
No joke, the first bend in the tube feom the grill as it goes back clogs up with ice and snow, bad design. Only when driving during falling snow or ice storms.
Couldn’t agree more. I just got my Gladiator 2 weeks ago. we are working on a few products that we will be releasing in the near future
Great video thank you, I keep finding good things about the gladiator as this is my 1st jeep I own And I’m still stoked about it
I'm glad Jeep is paying attention to what made Jeep great to begin with. Although with the poor departure angle of the JT "Gladiator" I'm hopeful they will come out with a 2 door version.
Oooh a 2 door gladiator would look pretty cool
Don't hold your breath
Great content and good presentation. Those palm trees remind me of our base housing in Guam back in the 90s. I left my 91 Wrangler there when I left, I wonder if it’s still there bopping around the island.
I agree the JL/JT are the best thought out from a Jeeper perspective.
I bet it is still here. People love wranglers here and keep them running for a long time.
When I PCS'd to Guam from Alaska I couldn't believe how many Jeeps were on the Island haha
I"m thoroughly enjoying my '21 Gladiator Overland. Whenever I feel like I've been affected by seeing too many of the negative articles or media posts on the Gladiator, I come back to this video to reappreciate the engineering and thought that has gone into this vehicle. Bottom line is, the truck does everything we ask of it and it brings a lot of joy to my family and I while driving it. Thanks for sharing all of these observations and the Jeep history. Keep on truckin' !
Ignore the neg press. Gladiator is Jeep's finest vehicle yet.
Picking up a Jeep Gladiator Mojave next, thanks for the video.
I want a mojave with max tow package which gives 1600 lb payload but it is not offered, its either that or I will just run payload over by 150-250 lbs on the mojave when packing for camping towing the 17 ft travel trailer, pretty common, I do it with my tacoma when going camping. I plan on having a full time at overland summit shell with wedge sleeper on top of a mojave. Thats 340 lbs wt for camper shell. I don't want to give up the reinforced mojave frame, and settle for the sport s. I think that reinforced frame is super important for towing especially offroad.
Just got my JTR a week ago and love it! It's tough to find videos that aren't talking about the same old thing over and over again. You taught me several things I didn't know right out of the gate! The secret air intake and the tuned exhaust. Great info. Your approach to the details is very refreshing. More fact based and objective, instead of just saying "this is badass" or "this sucks" like some of the other people.
I subscribed. Keep it up.
This. I'm tired of seeing 20x videos of "best mods" and they are all the same thing.
Thanks for this informative video. Forget the critics for they know not what they speak. As a first time Jeep owner, the Gladiator has proven to be an awesome vehicle. After reading the manual the information provided in this video provided much more about the reasoning behind the engineering of this vehicle than the manuals ever could. As a novice owner, your efforts to provide quality and easy to understand information is greatly appreciated.
I have had my Gladiator Mojave a week and I love it. It is a great truck.
Just bought me a Mojave this past Tuesday!!! So in love I am!!!
Bought mine a week ago. Really like this thing.
Just bought one today
Have the Mojave just put 37s on with a leaving kit. It’s awesome
My gladiator isn't just a pretty face. I use it to haul firewood and currently it is full of heavy treated lumber. It is the best jeep I've ever owned!
My wife and I just got a 2020 Gladiator Rubicon. Dream come true for me. I’ve always been a Jeep guy and have converted my wife of 6 months to a Jeep girl. 😊 I’m somewhat of an amateur Jeepologist but didn’t know much about the Gladiator. Was just searching for info and found your video. I’m glad I did. I don’t comment much on here but wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your video and I hope your channel does well.
Great video man! Subscribed! I also have a channel for my JT. I’m not done editing the film yet, but I put the JT on a dyno to test an aftermarket Cold Air Intake and you are right on par with your assessment of the stock performance!!! Hope you’ll check it out when the video drops!
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If it were possible for them to re engineer the price I would own one already.
Thanks for the information I just bought a 2021 Gladiator sport a month ago no complaints what a great vehicle.
I have a 2023 gladiator with 9 spd Trans, it seems to go from 7 to 8th gear, in and out constantly just to keep 65mph, do u have any info on that?
Excellent clip. I learned a lot.
We recently purchased a 21 Gladiator Mojave - such a plush ride, Love this little truck, and we live in the west where we will be using it in the mountains and high desert, looking forward to some lite mods soon.
Just bought one a few days ago and I love it! Now I know I don't need an Air intake. But I'm getting the borla exhaust.
Bought our Mojave end of October. I have not regretted the decision not for one minute. I love it.
Very informative video brother! I sold a 07 and 17 Wranglers to get my JT Gladiator Launch Edition and no regrets, I love my gladiator! I also pull a 10’ dump trailer with a 1025R John Deere tractor once a month with no problems other then it struggles a little up hill.
Have been drooling over the JLU since it’s debut, but the JT is growing on me fast.
Thanks for all the information. Splines ? I’m new to jeeps and I just got a JT. I lifted it 6.5 on 40s. If I was to get lockers what brand should I get? Another question should I re-gear.. an what re-gearing would I need to do just to mild trail ride? Also it’s a daily driver
Please feel free to click through my youtube channel. On axles. It will answer all your questions. Good luck.
What about the “ignored” repair of their clutch-pressure plate assemblies under recall!!!
My 2022 is a year old and STILL NO FIX !! Just replace the assemblies with known good parts from ACT or Centerforce! Not a good thing to have a vehicle that could kill you and your family by fire and/or explosion of the bell housing by shrapnel!!
Thanks for helping me understand more about my new JTR!
Which programmer do you use for disabling the auto start/stop and did it work as advertised? I bought the superchips F5. It says it will disable that system, but does not unfortunately.
Tazer Lite By Zautomotive. I will have future write ups on this.
Just unplug the hood open plunger switch.
I am in the market for a gladiator, this video was very informative. Thank you!
Love the videos you put together. Waiting on a gecko Mojave to get built and trading my gecko JKU in. Can’t wait for my JT!
I enjoy mine. Where can I send you pictures of how it grew?
Just got my JT Rubi. I will offroad with it. I had a Land Rover Lr4 that I mod’ed and offroaded. For people taking these offroad a vid like this is extremely helpful. Thanks. Getting Alu-cab canopy tomorrow (so I can securely store my mountain bike) and then it’s front bumper and winch. Want to take it offroad a bit before deciding on suspension and wheel mods. Will putting some vids up of it.
Excellent presentation! I recently bought a 23 Gladiator Sport Freedom and you shared quite a few things I did not know yet! I have been impressed with this truck since the test drive and just love it more and more every time I drive it!
Good job on this video !! Love the info you shared !! Keep up the great work! I just subscribed.
Very educational video. Easy to understand and full of great information. Congratulations for a job well done FCA and yourself with the video. Thank you
Love my JTR! Been wanting a “wrangler truck” for years! Had a couple older wranglers but his one is the best Jeep I’ve owned so far. Got mines in November and got almost 6k miles on it, 10% of that on trials and it’s performed great. Haven’t done nasty trials or hard core rock crawling, but so far on dirt trails/atv trails/hunting/forestry trails, it’s been great even with stock suspension and wheels/tires.
And yes you’re right about capabilities. Like any other Jeep, depending what you’re looking to do, with the right upgrades, a JT will hang with any wrangler. Look at WAYALIFE and his JTR, it can do any trail any of the jks or jls can do. And story till now, his JTR can hang with or even outperform his buddies older wranglers.
You are awesome. Keep making vids. Comprehensive and informative, without the hype. Thank you!!!
Some serious engineering went into this truck. Definitely appreciate how flat they made that bottom. Thx for the video.
Thanks for taking the time to pack all that great info into one video. Research pays off and you’ve definitely done yours. This video will be very informative to others curious about the capabilities of the JT and the engineering that when in to it for upgrade convenience. Subscribed. Keep em coming! I should have more JT content soon. Just did the “ultimate” MOPAR lift system I put together. It drives incredible! So impressed write these trucks! Enjoy your JT bud🤙🏼
Glad it was helpful! I am going to do a lift video too but in a different perspective. Thank you for your time and work on that video you made, its definately the one to pay attention to. Good job my friend.
I think the longer wheel base makes it better.
Not just the gladiator but the whole new Jeep line is amazing. I got the new wrangler JL and it’s amazing I sold my JK with a 5.7L hemi to get this one. I had a 2011 call of duty black ops edition 4 door rubicon and I dropped a 5.7L hemi in it and sold it to get this and they are amazing.
How was the transition from the 5.7 to the 3.6?
21 Mojave, my Fox shocks suck, terrible creaking sound. Front being replaced under warranty, on back order from China since December. Dealer said not the first bad set they have seen.
Non Mojave Fox and aftermarket units have been flawless.
I owned one of these for 6 months. Of that 6 months i had a courtesy car for 4 months. Nothing but problems on the one i had. Horrible experience.
They are not for everyone, that is for certain.
Thank you! Just bought a gladiator rubicon!
great personalityvand postive talk,like it
Nice video! Thorough and approachable at the same time. I am curious about the Stop/Start bandaid you mentioned. Do you just unplug that plunger?
Yes
You mentioned having a programer, which one? Thanks.
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Does unplugging the plunger void your warranty? Just got my first gladiator and it’s amazing. Traded out of my grand Cherokee and it was also amazing.
One thing I would love to know is what is the actual size of the biggest battery that can fit with an oem-like fitment?
The one that comes with the tow package
Great Job, thanks! I am in my research phase now on my next purchase and my two leading vehicles are the Gladiator and the Wrangler unlimited. Your insight and explanation is very helpful.
The 2020 and 2021 Jeep Gladiators all models are developing leaking axle seals on primarily the rear drivers side. Jeep knows this and are replacing the axles under warrenty. There is a good chance that a recall is coming soon.
Great content, thanks for all your efforts
Like the Zach Morris shirt.
Gladiators my 5th jeep👍
My Gladiator is my forth Jeep and I love it!
It’ll be my 4th.
Great video! As far as the protection of the skids on the Gladiator, do you feel a need to beef them up or are they good enough to protect the guts? Thanks.
I feel they are enough for most off road situations. If you are doing enough to warrant upgrades you will be looking at axles and other areas first. That is my opinion.
Great video, learned a lot from it. 👍🏻
Great information. I've been thinking about getting this truck. I do lot of overlanding, my only real concern is will the truck go places the JK or JL can go, such as turn around in tight locations? Everyone I talk to say no way. What are your thoughts? How does the truck compare to the JL?
The one area that concerns me most is the hitch. I have had a lifted Dodge Dakota that I took through Colorado on rough trails that impressed everyone there. They laughed in excitement over the ability of that Dakota 4 door. Its long but you can take different lines to make it through. Its probably a bit more work but if you want to wheel it, it will do an awesome Job with the solid front axle. There is no other truck like it on the road. Its part Wrangler part truck.
The JT will go 90% of the places a Wrangler can go. At least one stock JTR completed the Rubicon trail, and a stock Overland JT completed MOAB. Can't complain about that.
I’ve been a Tacoma guy more yrs than I have finger and toes, long story short just got a 2023 Gladiator. WOW! What a vehicle! Got it for it “Towed” ability behind a RV. But it such an Awesome truck! Hope it hold up as well as a Toyota!
I also switched from a 2023 Tacoma to a 2023 Gladiator. I had the Tacoma for a year and then got the Gladiator. The more I drive the Gladiator, the more I like it. Great truck.
Great video, nice and slow and you point out everything. I just bought mine, so thank you for all the tips that you gave us and it's so nice not to compete with loud blasting music while you talk like other videos. Lol. Aloha and have a great day..
Just bought a 2022 gladiator rubicon back in may. So far the only thing I absolutely hate is that auto start/stop “feature “. Will the tazer eliminate it. And the crappy headlights.
Safe travels 🌲🌲
Hello there my name is garry fritz live in Midland Michigan. I was just wondering if you are familiar with the TJ and now I have a JL sports three motors in my TJ. Complete front end twice JL has a ton of problems. Electrical problems
where the dealership has had it for two months and more you should do a special on changing spark plugs on a 3.6 JL. a fantastic trip.
I'm new on your channel and I just got my first jeep gladiator and I'm so impressed how it handles I think they went the extra mile to make this truck very strong and fun to drive thank you for the info 👍 God bless 🙌
4:00 My 1990 Dodge Daytona ES with 3.0 liter V6 also had length-compensated exhaust downpipes and for the same reason. I haven't paid that much attention to the other V6 engines I've had, but this doesn't surprise me. I'd actually be surprised if they *weren't* length-compensated. Engines run better this way and consumers notice... Why *wouldn't* a manufacturer want to improve performance this way? But I can't speak much from experience: majority of my cars were 4-cylinders...
I know this is an old video but thanks for this info that I may have otherwise never gotten. I just got my JT last month to replace my built up JK which was totaled by a distracted driver :/ I'm loving the JT so far and can't wait to build her up. What caught my eye in the video was the background. It screams DoD facility. Where did you film this? Semper Fi!
Just bought my JT last week. New 2022 Mojave. It has a much bigger battery than what you’re showing here.
Think you for the video. I had a 2013 Wrangler Unlimited several years ago. Now I have a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Overland and I love it!
Thanks very much, it’s to bad the dealers/sales people aren’t educated in all this. I was told my Sport S max tow does not have large axles….I measured/compared mine with a Rubicon and found the two to have the same size axle and tie rods, etc. Other impressive details….the roll bar system, removable top system, high water fording, 30+ inches! And many, many other attributes.
Great Video! I'm getting my 2022 Sport S in a couple of day's. What programer are you using? And if you disconnect the hood switch to disable start stop the will it set a light?
What programmer you used to disable start/stop? Thank you!
I like the information that you went over in this video, lots of little things that I haven't had time to look at yet or even think about yet. So far I am loving my 2022 Rubicon, it handles long trips much better than any other jeep that I have ever driven, for where I live this is the right truck for me. I have done a few mods to my jeep so far but the one that really made a big difference was raising the front of the drivers seat. Makes is more like a recliner and I don't feel like I am sliding forward any more. I am 6' 1" and went with the 1 1/4" lift.
I subbed your channel and hope to see it take off.
My first jeep was a CJ7, then two wrangler rubicons and now a gladiator rubicon
Awesome video! Still trying to make the decision b/t rubicon and mojave
im a 2021 gladiator diesel rubicon owner ,and love it and already cant wait to mods
Really good thorough video man! Awesome!
Have had my Glad for couple months......totally agree.....thanks for info!
Great info, thanks! Your video confirms why I can't think of any good way to upgrade compared to my LJ, it's already upgraded! Makes me feel better about the money I spent.
NIce, informative video - Thanks! What programmer do you use to defeat the stop/start? Does that same programmer allow you to adjust for tire size? I’m really looking forward to becoming a first time Jeep owner as soon as they drop the 3D in the Gladiator.
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TewlTalk Sweet! I’m hoping, once I have a physical vehicle in hand, to find a way to reverse the operation of the start/stop switch. That may take physical modification but we shall see. The hope is to be able to push the button to enable auto start/stop instead of the other way around.
Tazer mini worked great for me. Hate the cost but I was able to change my tire size in the CPU to get back some mpg and have the trans shift correctly. You can also disable the stop/start and other functions as well. Check it out
Just purchased My Gator JT this weekend. Im old school so I went with the six speed manual lol. Love it!! Great vid keep um coming.
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I have a 2021 sport s max tow.
7k miles with no issues. Highly recommend!!
😊 around 8500 miles I notice steering wandering on the highway and now I have about 11,000 miles and I’m not happy it’s gotten worse.I have the jeep gladiator 21 model with factory steel gearbox. So you’re on the highway holding the wheel straight it can then just wonder right or left and you constantly have to correct the steering. Feels like my old 67 nova. Do you have a parts list for what I need to help support this box? Thank you.
Good stuff, thanks! New sub
I am on the gladiator forum, just got a willys. I saw the guys on there shitting on you for posting your video. That's nonsense. Your channel is very informative 👍keep it up!
Thx
Just bought my first jeep and it's a gladiator. Thanks for all the info. New subscriber 👍
What about frame bending?
Ahhh base housing in chammorro land
1:41 "One time, at band clamp..."
Excellent video, thanks for the info 🙏🏽
Great video. Thanks.
I love these trucks but way overpriced I think.
I agree but there were amazing price reductions during covid.
Well done vid bro! Got here from your post on the gladiator forums.
good content
Shit, now I want a gladiator lol. In your opinion, is it Rubicon or nothing ? Or would some of the more affordable trim levels still offer as much confidence for daily driving and weekend camping trips ?
I bought a Gladiator Sport S with tow package. I got the lower trim because I didn’t want a fancy interior fabric or painted top that would get messed up with doors/tops off while camping/off-roading. I also didn’t care for the front locker. Don’t really ever need it in my use cases. The Max Tow pkg gets you the upgrading cooling and axles/gearing you would like. Also bought a full Rubicon suspension (shocks, springs, arms, links etc.) for $200. The Rubicon guys are quite regularly driving em off lots and right to the shop for new lifts and stuff. They just give that stuff away! I’m happy with my JT and saved myself $12000+.... but BOTTOM LINE.... Any Jeep is a GOOD JEEP!
I bought the sport. You get the rubi if you don't want to mess with the axles. Get the sport and arb lockers. It will be stronger and cheaper than a Rubicon. The sport and the rubicon both have dana 44 front and rear with 32 spline shafts.
Can’t wait to buy mine. Thanks.
Well said. Thanks
Good video man thanks for the info!
Awesome video thank you !