New Upgrades For The Jeep Gladiator!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ต.ค. 2024
- The Jeep Gladiator Build continues on! With a bunch of new mods and upgrades. As you can tell, the build is going in a cool direction, and I’m excited for you guys to see what I have planned!
Diamondback Bedcover: diamondbackcov...
Iron Rock Offroad 2” spacer lift kit: www.ironrockof...
IceCo JP40 Fridge: amzn.to/3a0BdFl
12V Switch panel: amzn.to/2R7a7Uq
Rough Country Fairlead Hook: amzn.to/35IUCY6
Molded Floor Plugs with drain: amzn.to/2NfNvQw
Kore sunglasses: www.koreessent...
Molle Platform Solutions panels: www.molle-plat...
In this video, I go over all of the upgrades I’ve done over the past few weeks.
They include; A new 2” spacer lift from Iron Rock Offroad. This was an affordable and easy way to give the JT a little more lift while still keeping a good ride. It pairs with the 37” Yokohama XATs perfectly!
We also installed a new Diamondback Bed cover, fully waterproof, lockable, and we now have the ability to mount things on top! It’s going to come into play in future videos and you’ll see how!
The Iceco cooler is also a new addition, I’m excited to see how well it works as this is my first time using an electric cooler/fridge.
I have a lot of other cool things coming up, thanks for watching!
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I love the fact that your wife is included and interested in being in your videos it shows she supports you and the hobby’s y’all enjoy together
...the wife's the reason there are so many viewers 😉👍
And I say that with most respect.
Awesome video, this truck is badass!!!
You are a lucky man to have such a cool wife. She really makes your videos more interesting too! Not saying you talk too much ;) but Cassie is cool to hear from. She helps a lot!
I so agree with this statement. I was thinking the same thing.
Very underrated comment. Having a supportive spouse is 🗣️MAJOR
We got the 2 inch Mopar lift and 35 inch KO2s. This setup works well for me and no regearing necessary.
You guys that need setup is really killer
Thanks for doing things in smaller steps; it helps cover the gamut from level kit to spacer lift to 35 to 37 tires
You should definitely make a how to video on that distribution center, or even offer to make and sell them. Id buy one for my current Ram!
@16:28 you meant, "wary" (cautious). "Weary" means tired.
Thanks for the walk-through. It's a nice rig! I'm considering a Gladiator myself. Internal storage in my GX 460 gets tight on road trips with my wife and our twin daughters (even if I could convince Mrs.-Me not to overpack). The Diamondback HD is on my modest list of mods, as it offers security, a photographic platform (Ansel Admas built a platform on the roof of his station wagon), and a way to haul stuff like hay bales even without dismounting the cover.
I just came up on your videos recently and I am 11 all the contents so far. And you are definitely fixing up the truck of my dreams the Jeep Gladiator. Do continue to keep putting out all this great
You guy's have been busy . Love the distribution center you made Ben , I'm looking into doing something like that for the back of my TJ since there is no power at all back there . Looking forward to more videos from you all . Until next time take care and I hope you all get well soon .
Just got my gladiator!!!! Same color. Love it on 37's!!!!!! Need fox shocks!!!
Smart they put the hinges on top of the cover so you can slide stuff in without catching
With that bed covering you can now have a super advantage when pulling off the top by yourself!
You guys keep saying that this video is too long, but honestly it couldn't be long enough. I love all the different transformations the gladiator has gone through. I remember when you got it.
Great . Now I want to install a power distribution box in the back of my zj haha.
Nice switch gear box.
I'm with you on the rack thing.
Cool bed cover!😎
I don't comment much.
Give one of them bed covers away. I bet ya get tons of comments. Lol.
Enjoy watching,have been for a while..
I have a 2020 Gladiator Rubicon I've not installed lift yet awaiting On what Teraflex will put out this year Probably going 2.5" to keep my 37 Patagonia tires.
I'm running the 3 fold mopar bed cover .not had issues with water.but like the Diamondback. So much add on and so little money. Lol.
Keep up the Cool videos..😎🇺🇸🇺🇸
Great video. And definitely got my support being pro 2nd amendment 👍🏻
Need to check out the decked system for the bed.
Nice upgrades. I really like the molle side panels. Easy to keep things from sliding all over the place back there.
Nice little upgrades thanks for sharing
Great Build. Plan to do 3.5" lift / leveled with 37 tires on my Gladiator. I like Cassie"s hat. If Ya'll have an extra Multi-cam Rebel Off Road hat, that would be a nice give away.....
Love the power distribution center you made...that would been an awesome how to video!
Awesome choice on the “truck coverrr” aka the Diamondback!!! And I am totally going to consider the refrigerator @400 seems more sensible!!!
great vid. I saw that power control module in the back in other videos and was hoping you would talk about it.
Some cool little upgrades and DIY stuff!
Gladiator is really coming along! One could only “wonder” what’s next on the list of mods... lol
We just bought a gladiator and I’m itching to upgrade it.
You have to do a video on that switch electrical source you put in the back!
I like the bed cover with the combo Molly system
Great video. Whether your videos are short or long, you do a great job keeping the viewers attention. I appreciate the in depth explanation of your more and the content you cover. I have been a long time subscriber and will continue to follow. Keep the content flowing.
Thank you for your support 🤘
I need to win powerball already!!!!
Another GREAT video!!! Love the DIY power distribution center you created! Nice Job!!!
Amazing channel really enjoy y’all doing the upgrades in the driveway for all of us who don’t own a shop
I’ve been looking to add a power source in the bed. This is good info!
I love the overland idea can’t wait to see what’s next for it! Keep
Up the good work!
You know you can turn on the bed lights with the switch inside the pickup right? its the bottom part of your headlight switch.
Cool videos. I just bought a Borla SType for my Gladiator. Your videos auto-played after their vid. I don't have the exhaust on yet, it's on back order. I have an eye on that cold air intake though. And you present this leveling kit! It never ends does it? Thanks for the good info!
I really like what you have done. I like the bed cover alot. Great choice!
Hey Ben instead of having that Amber LED light you're saying that you wanted something less bulky why don't you use some Amber rock lights for the bed lighting.
Great video
Great job guys!😎🇺🇸
How did the iron rock of road kit perform for what it is? Did you also rub their bump stop kits too?
Love your Gladiator. I’m waiting to get my JLUR back from shop. I hit a guy at a red light. I have a JK too and the brakes are a little different I think on my JL. Plus my Jk is manual so I downshift a lot. I made a stupid mistake.
Are you planning on upgrading to a synthetic winch line? And do you think the nutserts are gonna leak water into the bed?
Already running synthetic 🤘. And the nurserts are running into the support channel, so they don’t go all the way through to the top.
Hey guys love your videos, new viewer, had some questions with mounting onto the bed or drilling holes like to install the Molly panels. Is there any worry of corrosion down the road? With holes being drilled and water/moisture getting in
Were the axles/wheels off centered by much? Is an adjustable track-bar needed?
Love your videos guys I’ve watched every one of them. Love how comfortable you guys are getting in front of the camera now and thanks for everything you guys do for the community. I’m heading to uhwarrie in June on the way home to ny from Disney mainly from seeing your videos.
CargoGlide XL would be a sweet option with the Diamond Back Cover. I'm going with the HD for my ram with the HD Headache Rack and Front Runner Rack option for a RTT. Love the new rack that you build for the RTT; check out Dirtlifestyles - Th Rack that he built.
Awesome channel! Just subscribed! Love the new features to the jeep!
Great vid love the jk getting to like the gladiator more and more
Demonetized because you said the dreaded "G" word...
Correction, I said “Gum”. I enjoy carrying a nice pack of winter mint gum with me
@@JKGearandGadgets The viewers appreciate the minty fresh breath.
The bed cover was AWESOME! I’ve been looking for one that’s useful and this one fits both the needs and wants! Thanks for great video! Keep me coming!!
So....when are you modding that pink Jeep in the garage?
You have been busy!!! I can’t do anything when I’m feeling sick 😂🤣😂
Constructive comment- Crocs are appropriate for formal events up to and including weddings.
Acceptable for anything and everything except for funerals
What the clearance from the bottom of the bed to the top of the tonneau cover with it close
Croc storage rack coming in the next video
Will this lift work on the 2021 Majove? I don't want to touch the rear fox shocks.
Did that fridge slider lock in the open position?
Stop making You Tube Videos. You’re costing me a fortune in keeping up with your upgrades ! Please stop ( not ). Great channel. Thanks
I see them KORE glasses! Dope right? Nice jeep man! Thinking about trading my Tacoma for one later one. idk yet..
It’s a such a cool thing to have someone who does this type of thing and put it on TH-cam in VA because I also live in VA 👍 love the channel
Love the versatility of your wiring/power solution combined with the molly racks! Huge fan of this set up
Good stuff! I’m waiting for the diesel, purely because I plan on towing some through the mountains. That said would you recommend a suspension lift or the 2”spacers you’ve just installed?
I actually live about 30 minutes from the diamondback factory
Nice
How much weight did all of these upgrades add? Did you notice a drop in gas mileage? How's the handling?
do you have the website for the sunglasses at all? thanks man love the channel
www.koreessentials.com/pages/sunglasses
Where did you get the blue flag decal.?
Where did you get the bar that's on your dash? Had one on my wrangler and love it. But I cant remember where I brought it from. Thanks
Vector offroad!
Great video one question did you remove the leveling kit before you put on the front lift?
Yes
On thank you I just bought a 21 gladiator sport and really enjoy your videos and the information you pass on!!!
how has this truck worked out for your family of four? I have two little ones myself and love the truck but concerned it may be too small / uncomfortable for the kiddos.
It’s working well! I would recommend bringing your car seats and the entire fam to the dealership and give it a realistic test drive
How does it drive with your setup can you drive 80 90 on the hwy safely?
After I added some caster (In my control arm video), and added the Falcon steering stabilizer (also another video), it drives a lot better. Can run 85-90 all day if you wanted
Amber lights are best for the bed. They will not attract bugs in the summertime when you are camping and you need a light to cook.
I didn’t even think of that!! Great point.
Way too much talking not enough showing
Hi Ben, love the videos....question, I’d like to go with a small spacer lift for now on my Gladiator Rubicon, and the 2” iron rock smell to fit the bill...so you have any recommendations on other items that should be added to replace stock when doing just this lift? Was not sure if I should bite the bullet and change out the upper and lower links front and back...or if I can just get away with spacer lift for now....No major off-roading just yet...but in time. Thanks
Thanks for watching! My recommendation would be the spacer lift, and adjustable front lower control arms 🤟
JK Gear and Gadgets any issues of needing longer sway bar links?
3.ZERO.2 the rears no, the fronts could use longer links. If it’s a rubi, you can get away without them. If it’s a sport or overland, a good set of adjustable disconnects would be best
3.ZERO.2 I just now see that you said rubicon.
Up to you, sway bar links aren’t too pricey, not a “need” with this kit, but it will help for Offroad flex.
Think we just found patient/family zero of the pandemic.
I think it was the rona
You need a spray in bed liner
Did I miss understand that last part with the bed light? You installed the cube light cuz the auto light only last 20 seconds or so when the doors open and close? Are you like me and didn’t realize there’s a button to control those lights lol? Only just found out about it about a week ago and I’ve had the thing since august lmao
lol same, but at least this way I can control it from back there 😂
I love this build some much. I miss my Jeep but I have a ford ranger now and that’s my budget Jeep gladiator 😂😂 keep up the great work.
ILoveJeeps ya I have a 94 single cab with the 4.0L and a leveling kit. It’s stock but I use this to teach my self just basic mechanic stuff and maybe some fabrication stuff down the road as well. And same it would be a very big goal to be able to afford a JT in the next few years but for now I’ll take what I got lol
Who gets a Jeep stuck? Someone who drives a hummer(aka fake Jeep)
So in this videos it’s a 2 inch lift with 37s?
Yep!
Sporting some man face hair. 👍. Not sure if you will consider this a “Constructive Comment”. Oh well. You should add a dual battery set up. Genesis Off-road makes an excellent system.
I did a 2.5 inch suspension lift front that included springs and shocks for the front and 1 inch rear with only shocks for the rear, and it leveled the truck. But then when I added an off road bumper to the front it made a slight rake again in the front. Not as dramatic as factory but still there. So now when I haul my band trailer, which isn't that heavy, I have a level truck again. Didn't realize that front bumper would be so dang heavy.
Awesome video. Time for a pole building shop. And are going to bantam jeep fest in pa?
A new shop is needed for sure! Not sure if I can make jeep fest :/
@@JKGearandGadgetsokay thanks
Surprised to hear my name! All the upgrades for the JT look awesome, almost makes me want one.
Shoot me an email 🤘
@@JKGearandGadgetshow has the diamondback hd held up 4 years later? Still waterproof? Would you buy again? Love the channel!
Like the bed cover
Hey guys, your truck is really coming along well! Spray the frame, fasteners and underbody with FluidFilm (avail on Amazon or Lowes) to prevent the rust and corrosion that is forming. I just traded in a 2012 JK and the dealership wanted to know why the underside still looked new. Fluidfilm. I use it on my jetski, my boat, my jeeps and on cast iron tool surfaces like tablesaw, mill and drill press. Good luck guys.
Great stuff. I’ve been meaning to buy some
Just ordered this spacer lift today because of your recommendation. I am in the same situation as you guys with the larger lift. Still trying to figure out the right one so until i do the spacer lift will suffice! Thanks!!
Damn! Did anyone else see the jack stand move at the 7:00 minute mark? Be careful man.
Ben and Cassie, love the videos and love how you guys moved to doing it together, also appreciate how you involve your family, great gladiator build! Keep up the great work!
How big of a lift would be great for Jeep Gladiator.
3.5”
put a stove on that
When you said you were sick 😷 🤒What do you think that was ??? 😶
Couldn’t be CV19 they survived!
I just ordered my first Jeep yesterday. I went with a Gladiator Mojave with a manual transmission. I love all the things you did with the bed and I am going to copy many of your ideas. Your channel is informative and fun.
I’m really liking they are are testing out options that people can actually afford and giving honest opinions on if they would work for others or not. I love the switch system you made for the bed of your JT. I would like to do something similar in the bed of my JT. Thanks for the content. Keep rockin on!
I love the cover! I'm waiting for the the diesel engine before getting my wife the Gladiator. The mods you have done are great and right up my alley. Stop taking all the great ideas so I don't have a clone.
Keep the videos coming
I’m excited to see the diesel, I think it will be a good choice, good mpg and good torque
JK Gear and Gadgets good torque?? GREAT torque 👍. Great mods so far. Enjoyed the video. Red Bull much?? 😁
If you use JScan or a Tazer you can go into the settings and have the bed outlet on constantly with out having to have ign. On . Gotta say I agree with yas on the bed racks , I'm not real sure if I like any enough to install one . Also I am extremely surprised you didn't get the bed spray liner ! I really enjoy it !!! YET ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO ....
Hi I have jt rubicon any suggestions on 3-4” lift I want to stay under $2k I’ll be doing it my self I found 3” jks with fox 2.0 for $1600 then there’s ready lift 4” with falcons for $1800 but only front coils and spacers for rear there’s rubicon express for 1179$ so leaves room to buy my own 2.0 fox im just confused but I don’t want crappy lift but I don’t know what’s best for the price ? Any suggestions?
Hey man. I’m looking at fridges myself. According to Amazon yours is 18” tall do you know how much clearance you have remaining under the diamondback Cover? The IceCo VL60 looks like it fits my needs a bit better but I just nought a diamondback cover. VL60 is listed at 18.7”