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In the video I drive a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon up an RTI (Ramp Travel Index) ramp to measure how much its suspension will articulate or flex in a simulated off-road frame-twist situation. Because it's a Rubicon, it will earn two scores: one with its front stabilizer bar in the connected position meant for street driving, and the other with its stabilizer bar (aka sway bar) disconnected to maximize articulation in low-speed rock crawling situations. All Jeep Rubicons come with such a pushbutton stabilizer bar disconnect device, and from the driver's seat it certainly is very effective. But how much does it really help? How much suspension flex is to be gained when you push the button? We find out in this video.
Traction is critically important when driving off-road, and the best defense against getting stuck is having all four wheels on the ground at all time. Sure, a hiked up wheel makes a great social media photo, but it's a sign that there isn't enough suspension flex for the terrain. It usually means someone's about to get stuck. Locking differentials and tricky electronic aids can sometimes get you through, but having all four wheels on the ground will still give you maximum traction and control.
In the video I drive a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon up an RTI (Ramp Travel Index) ramp to measure how much its suspension will articulate or flex in a simulated off-road frame-twist situation. Because it's a Rubicon, it will earn two scores: one with its front stabilizer bar in the connected position meant for street driving, and the other with its stabilizer bar (aka sway bar) disconnected to maximize articulation in low-speed rock crawling situations. All Jeep Rubicons come with such a pushbutton stabilizer bar disconnect device, and from the driver's seat it certainly is very effective. But how much does it really help? How much suspension flex is to be gained when you push the button? We find out in this video.
Traction is critically important when driving off-road, and the best defense against getting stuck is having all four wheels on the ground at all time. Sure, a hiked up wheel makes a great social media photo, but it's a sign that there isn't enough suspension flex for the terrain. It usually means someone's about to get stuck. Locking differentials and tricky electronic aids can sometimes get you through, but having all four wheels on the ground will still give you maximum traction and control.
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