New Gladiator Owner Intro/Questions

[Austin15]

Hello,

This last weekend I traded in my 2022 Ford Maverick for a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Overland with 26k miles on it. I've been looking for an upgrade and have wanted a Jeep since I was a kid and felt the Gladiator fit my needs perfectly, and I LOVE it.

I do have a few questions, this Overland seems mostly stock from what I can tell. I would like to make it a bit more offroad capable, it is my daily but I live in Nebraska with family in Colorado near some nicer trails. I did purchase an extended warranty on it being so close to out of bumper to bumper warranty, so I'd like to stay away from things that could void the warranty.

I know I want to at least level it and tires to start. Should I be doing 1.5in or 2.5in level. As far as tires, how would 33s perform with either level kit.

What brands are good for the leveling kit?

What are some mods that you recommend doing right away?

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[mdyucca]

Congratulations on the new Gladiator! Jeeps are a great platform for mods and opportunity to make a very personalized vehicle. My suggestion is to take it slow, really figure out what you want/need and do things once. Among my first mods were door sill guards and all weather floor mats. This forum is a great place for research and to see what others have to say about products/mods. Best wishes and enjoy the ride!

 

[ShrimpHappens]

As far as tires, how would 33s perform with either level kit.

If all you want to do is run 33's, just get takeoff Rubicon shocks and springs (all other suspension parts are the same). This will net you about an inch of ride height all around, and 33's fit easily. Your Overland has 18" wheels, so you can't directly get the OE Rubicon tire size (285/70R17), but it looks like 285/65R18 is an equivalent. Or you could buy a set of Rubicon wheel + tire takeoffs.

What are some mods that you recommend doing right away?

A full tank of gas and some time.

 

[Moby]

I suggest looking for Rubicon takeoffs, as well. The stock tires on a Rubicon are 33s, and they work well. Usually there are sets available with low miles and reasonable pricing.

Take your time deciding what you want to modify, and set a plan. I cannot begin to count the number of people I’ve seen just start throwing modifications at a vehicle with little or no planning, only to end up with problems, parts incompatibility, or other issues. A good plan makes that much less likely.

 

[HorneyBadger]

a 1.5" leveling kit and 33's will get you in most places. Even now, just going to AT's will be fine(33" rubicon takeoff's). Theres enough clearance without a leveling kit or lift to run 33's. Theres no size difference between Rubi and Overland springs/shocks, its just a ride difference as the Overland is made for road travel but.... there are no issues off road with the Overland stock suspension. They are all offroad capable off the showroom floor!

 

[Silverator]

I'll echo the takeoff 33's and wheels from a Rubicon comments above. As far as the leveling kit goes (Rubicon here), I plan on putting a 1.5" Terraflex level on the front after I get my steel bumper and winch on it. That is IF the rake increases substantially. If it doesn't droop down too much, I'll probably stay stock as I like how it drives.

Also, as a secondary plan, the rubi takeoff shocks/springs is a good idea too IMO.

PS - CONGRATS!!!!!! on the JT. I'm a new owner too and LOVING mine so much. I'll also echo the comments of go slow, and figure out what you really need.

 

[Bazz McLean]

Hi guys I just got a new 2023 Rubicon. Not sure what mods if any I do. I comes with the 33" all terrain tires (not mud like Willys). I guess if I were to do something right away it may be steps sides to prevent rock damage on the hinges and fenders.

 

[Gvsukids]

I guess if I were to do something right away it may be steps sides to prevent rock damage on the hinges and fenders.

Mud flaps do that too. We have the overland steps, but don't do any rock crawling.

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