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It appears Jeep compromised off-roading ability for more stable towing. It may not make an difference since 90% of them will be used for hauling groceries. View Quote |
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Saw a Launch Edition all blacked out on 37s. Fantastic looking.
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I was thinking about one when I get rid of my JKR, but that tiny bed might be a deal breaker.
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Going to do my best to get one in the future.
I love the 4 door wrangler I had but I also really need a truck sometimes. Perfect. I hear the diesel is coming and you can do 35's no lift on the rubicon, plus 6spd manual is an option. I am hoping the price comes down a bit by the time I am ready. I love the JK platform and I hear the JL is even better. |
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Going to do my best to get one in the future. I love the 4 door wrangler I had but I also really need a truck sometimes. Perfect. I hear the diesel is coming and you can do 35's no lift on the rubicon, plus 6spd manual is an option. I am hoping the price comes down a bit by the time I am ready. I love the JK platform and I hear the JL is even better. View Quote |
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No manual with the diesel,,,,,, sadly. View Quote The diesel if the numbers dont change will be nuts torque, what is it like 400 @ 1700 rpm or something dumb? Being the only diesel in the group (think Jeep offroading with friends) would be a downside if fuel ran low. I like the idea of having the manual with less maintenance, no limp mode worries, roll start option, and just generally more control just appeals to me more than a diesel does. The diesel will probably add alot to the price tag as well. I would also probably do a Ripp Supercharger to help the v6 some. |
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I thought i read rumblings of a bigger gladiator version.
bigger axles and v8, more of a full size version. I cant keep legit production rumors separate from no release concept versions though. |
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I thought i read rumblings of a bigger gladiator version. bigger axles and v8, more of a full size version. I cant keep legit production rumors separate from no release concept versions though. View Quote |
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Quoted: The power wagon covers that. Solid axles and lockers in a full size truck. I am sure there is a Grand Wagoneer trailhawk planned when it comes out too. View Quote The P/W is a fun truck but I am still considering a Gladiator. Seems like a cool truck to mod and play around with. |
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Needs big tires
JEEP GLADIATOR vs JLU RUBICON - On The Rubicon Trail (Part 1) JEEP GLADIATOR vs WRANGLER RUBICON On The Rubicon Trail California |
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By how things look at my local dealer, no. They cannot keep them on the lots.
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Needs big tires https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUtYEF_nH8I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcRi63Njsg0 View Quote With big tires they become very capable. Even true 37's would gain them a lot of performance. I think the Mopar 2/2.5" lift is like $1200 and then get some new wheels and 37s. |
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I agree. With big tires they become very capable. Even true 37's would gain them a lot of performance. I think the Mopar 2/2.5" lift is like $1200 and then get some new wheels and 37s. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Needs big tires https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUtYEF_nH8I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcRi63Njsg0 With big tires they become very capable. Even true 37's would gain them a lot of performance. I think the Mopar 2/2.5" lift is like $1200 and then get some new wheels and 37s. |
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Muh Jeep. My pee pee is very small now. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/274692/F232FE5E-63BF-4D91-9142-2E434730E453_jpeg-1105150.JPG View Quote Attached File |
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I thought i read rumblings of a bigger gladiator version. bigger axles and v8, more of a full size version. I cant keep legit production rumors separate from no release concept versions though. View Quote |
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Quoted: Nice..just put a 4.5 in lift on mine https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/326156/Screenshot_20190926-190116_Gallery_jpg-1105153.JPG View Quote How was the frame? |
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Quoted: Nice..just put a 4.5 in lift on mine https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/326156/Screenshot_20190926-190116_Gallery_jpg-1105153.JPG View Quote Sad to think my options may be limited by the height of my overhead door but I don't think a 4-6" lift with 37s will fit under a 7' door. |
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Won't be production due to .gov. This is FACT. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes |
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Won't be production due to .gov. This is FACT. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes |
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I’m seeing them more and more on my drives around town... it’s not helping me, ‘cuz I really want to step into either a Rubi Gladiator or a Rubi Wrangler Unlimited at some point and my daydreams have unlimited budgets while my bank account is finite.
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I've never seen one in the wild... I don't think I noticed any at the Jeep dealer when driving by a couplea times although I'm sure they're there..
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Very nice. Curious what size tires and how tall is your garage door? Sad to think my options may be limited by the height of my overhead door but I don't think a 4-6" lift with 37s will fit under a 7' door. View Quote |
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Jeep Gladiator vs Rubicon Trail: Can You Really Wheel A Long TRUCK Up America's Hardest Rocky Trail? |
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Price gets me. That's a helluva lotta $$$ for something that Whirlpool could damned near stamp out.
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Mine just came in today...i already own a half ton https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/326156/received_392121424763216_jpeg-1005549.JPG Bash away View Quote |
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Muh Jeep. My pee pee is very small now. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/274692/F232FE5E-63BF-4D91-9142-2E434730E453_jpeg-1105150.JPG View Quote |
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Didn't watch that but I predict a lot of scraping. That's how it went for the ZR2 video on the Rubicon, and it has a shorter wheelbase. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
Didn't watch that but I predict a lot of scraping. That's how it went for the ZR2 video on the Rubicon, and it has a shorter wheelbase. |
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Quoted:.... but the real question seems to be would you be better off with a 4dr Wrangler plus a off road trailer or a just Gladiator when offroading. View Quote The major trade offs was turning radius and breakover angle. REALLY miss the 2drs turning radius but the 4dr works. If I had to do an about-face on a super tight trail it'd be 15min of 3pt turns but doable. The breakover angle is negated by at least a 4" lift and tires. 4dr's more stable on the road and for climbing too. The room in the 4dr however is night and day compared to 2dr. Me and the wife in the front and the 10yo in the left rear with the big seat folded down you can pack a house in there! When I go shooting its nice to be able to lay all my long guns in the back and not need to set up a table for stuff. Overall Im super happy with 4dr. Now the gladiators come out I have to admit Ive looked at it, but after considering the role of my jeep, the galdiator just doesn't fit. Its too big and too long. Couldn't imagine negotiating a tight trail in that thing!! If I need to haul thats what the chevys for, and If I need to pack more on the trail I can get a trailer. IMHO 4dr is the perfect compromise for trailing, climbing and weekend getaways. The gladiator is just too much and really is in the truck class. May as well get a Tacoma if solid axles dont matter to you. |
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I have a 2011 Rubicon. Looked at the Gladiator. Ended up buying a Ram Power Wagon. View Quote Not so much with the Gladiator. They are cute and I'm certain they'll sell well and evolve into what's expected and cost twice as much eventually. Jeep? Rubicon. Why settle for less. |
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Didn't watch that but I predict a lot of scraping. That's how it went for the ZR2 video on the Rubicon, and it has a shorter wheelbase. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
Didn't watch that but I predict a lot of scraping. That's how it went for the ZR2 video on the Rubicon, and it has a shorter wheelbase. |
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Mine just came in today...i already own a half ton https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/326156/received_392121424763216_jpeg-1005549.JPG Bash away View Quote |
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Quoted: Every time I see a Ram PW on the street I torture my brain thinking of reasons to go buy one. That's one helluva lotta truck. Not so much with the Gladiator. They are cute and I'm certain they'll sell well and evolve into what's expected and cost twice as much eventually. Jeep? Rubicon. Why settle for less. View Quote |
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Didn't watch that but I predict a lot of scraping. That's how it went for the ZR2 video on the Rubicon, and it has a shorter wheelbase. |
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I know I'm a Jeep fanboy but I was impressed. Stock Rubicons on the Rubicon Trail? Not even (it looked like) any Mopar aftermarket lift/bigger tires?
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The number one reason we keep skipping past buying my Wife something in the Wrangler lineup is the NA 6 cylinder.
It’s crazy for their prices their isn’t a turbo 6 at min. Many people who are potentially a buyer have boats, SxS etc etc and after throwing on a decent set of tires it’s even more gutless. I have a 2500 Cummins for my personal needs but it would be nice to drop the top on our way to Windrock with the smaller trailer. We had a friend towing a single 14ft light weight enclosed one weekend ( in 4d unlimited) and the guy could not even keep up on interstate at 75mph. It’s almost 2020 not 1975. I’ve owned three CJ’s and kick myself for not keeping at least one. Seriously thinking of picking up another one just for trips around the house. As far as the Gladiator that’s one ugly SOB but I doubt they will be a flop. I do not think they will have near the success that the unlimited has enjoyed though. |
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If you think the Gladiator is expensive I have a feeling the next words out of Fords mouth will be “Hold my Beer” once they release the Bronco. |
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