So I am picking up a 2022 Rubicon on Wednesday.

[Rwaugh]

I just wanted to see what the first few must haves to get. I haven’t had a jeep in about 5 years and now I’m in a position to finally get another one after driving a 2005 Honda CRV for the last 5 years. And help would be greatly appreciated.

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[NVjeff]

Congrats on the pending purchase, and getting back in a Jeep.

I would suggest any must haves depend on your intended usage.

I bought my Gladiator for truck duty, it will remain mostly stock.
When I bought my JKR I intended it for desert exploring, I began exploring the desert to see how it did and get an idea of what I wanted to change.

I ended up with a winch and a small lift, the lift was more to make it ride and handle better.
I carry a shovel, ax, high lift jack, tow strap and tree protector.

So far I've needed the shovel once.

 

[Silverator]

CONGRATS! You've scored a nice Rubicon, so you're pretty well equipped already!

#1 - mudflaps to keep that paint nice. (I did weather tech). Even after ONE outing, there were chips in the paint.
#2 - tools and recovery gear if you are going to do any significant off-roading.
#3 - if off-roading (especially by yourself or with one vehicle) a new front bumper and a winch
#4 - again, if off-roading, consider 35" tires. Not necessary, but I want the look and the extra clearance.
#5 - the list becomes endless..... . JEEP = Just Empty Every Pocket.

Enjoy and have fun with the new Gladiator!!!

 

[DailyMoparGuy]

I’ll stay away from recommending off-road mods for now, that’s a whole different monster.

I vote buying a stubby antenna as soon as you can. No real reasons to do it other than it looks cool and it won’t flap around in a car wash.

oh yea, that’s a beautiful Jeep btw. Nice find.

 

[High Alextude]

Drive it and enjoy it for now, it is super capable as is.

DO NOT keep checking the market value of it for trading in.

Merry Christmas!

 

[Scott L]

Exactly what Alextude said. Drive it and use it for a while. These are very capable stock you may not need anything. Though the mudflap and door guards were the first things I got right away and a set of weathertech floor protection thingys oh and a tonneau cover.

 

[Rwaugh]

Thanks for everyone’s input. Mudflaps, door guards it is for now. Also what are you guys using for a phone holder?

 

[Gvsukids]

Also what are you guys using for a phone holder?

Wife.
Otherwise bulletpoint.

 

[dmwphoto]

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[MemphisMississipp]

I just wanted to see what the first few must haves to get. I haven’t had a jeep in about 5 years and now I’m in a position to finally get another one after driving a 2005 Honda CRV for the last 5 years. And help would be greatly appreciated.

Great looking Jeep

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