New Gladiator Owner with questions

[HorsesRear]

I check the torque on the wheel spacers every time i rotate my tires (torque for lug nuts is 130 FT-LBS per the owners manual) and have had -zero- issues. The spacers were installed July 2022 and I am very pleased with the durability of this product. You use the nuts that come with the wheel spacers to secure the spacer to your hub and stock studs, then use the jeep lug nots to secure your wheel to the spacer.

Thank you very much

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[am1978]

I’m in the DC area and have a teraflex spacer kit if you are interested. I’m also gonna be selling some falken wildpeak at 285/70R17 (2 new, 4 @44K w/ lots of tread left)—mid-July when I get back from a trip.

 

[jcarbs]

Though I have different rims, these are Toyo AT3s 35*11.5*17's. Extremely happy with how the tire rides and handles.

 

[crmarczak]

I'm thinking toyo or bfg ko3 also decided I want seat covers

 

[jcarbs]

I'm thinking toyo or bfg ko3 also decided I want seat covers

If you're going to do seat covers check out the Wet Okole neoprene ones. More expensive than the Diver Down one's but after having both, I prefer the Wet Okole. Also like that I can customize them and add things like heated seats, bolsters for the passenger, etc.

 

[legacy_etu]

Welcome, fellow Virginian!
I'd suggest taking some time and settling in before making any mods that cost appreciable money, like tires, wheels, lifts, etc.

First and foremost, get to know your Jeep.
Get a good torque wrench that goes up to at least 200 foot pounds.
Hop over to the Maintenance Section and pop open the Service manual threads and the Torque specs threads that are stickied at the top of the section.

Download them all, or at least bookmark them.
The torque spreadsheet that @RubiDukkie put together is a great thing to have on a phone or tablet for quick reference.

@ParatusExpeditions also did a phenomenal job on making the Service Manuals searchable and printable.

When you ready, get under the front end and get familiar with the steering and suspension workings.
Put that torque wrench to work and check torques on every bolt and nut, ... for reasons.

I use Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions on every exterior painted and plastic surface.
It's the best I've found and can last a whole year.
I also tried Barebones undercarriage protectant from Chemical Guys on my last annual detailing, and it's been great.
If you're in NOVA or another part of VA that sees road salts and brines in winter, you may want to get that done in the Fall.

Stay away from aftermarket wheels and spacers until you fully understand how they affect the ride comfort, handling, and wear on your hardware. Read, watch videos, and learn. Then make informed decisions.

Man, you're Mojave always looks so clean. Which Hybrid solutions product are you using on the black trim pieces. I see they have lots of products under the "hybrid solutions" name. I use their ceramic coating on the paint which I like a lot.
I want to start protecting the black trim now before it starts to look like the trim on my 16 JK. Speaking of which I need to get some "back to black" stuff to see if I can bring it back.

 

[Lunentucker]

Man, you're Mojave always looks so clean. Which Hybrid solutions product are you using on the black trim pieces. I see they have lots of products under the "hybrid solutions" name. I use their ceramic coating on the paint which I like a lot.
I want to start protecting the black trim now before it starts to look like the trim on my 16 JK. Speaking of which I need to get some "back to black" stuff to see if I can bring it back.

This on the paint, rubber trim, and plastics, even the engine and bay
https://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-53409-Solutions-Coating-16/dp/B07XYPS3PS

This is what I used on the undercarriage this year.
https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-TVD_104_16-Bones-Undercarriage/dp/B001TJWO4Q

 

[legacy_etu]

This on the paint, rubber trim, and plastics, even the engine and bay
https://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-53409-Solutions-Coating-16/dp/B07XYPS3PS

This is what I used on the undercarriage this year.
https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-TVD_104_16-Bones-Undercarriage/dp/B001TJWO4Q

Interesting. Thats' the same stuff I'm already using on the paint. Didn't think it was for use on the black trim. Thanks

 

[Lunentucker]

Interesting. Thats' the same stuff I'm already using on the paint. Didn't think it was for use on the black trim. Thanks

I have used it on everything, even the glass and tires.

 

[HorsesRear]

Though I have different rims, these are Toyo AT3s 35*11.5*17's. Extremely happy with how the tire rides and handles.

There is just something special about a Willys.

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