What did you do TO your Gladiator today? [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO GUN TALK]

[Swayze]

Installed a swingcase on my driver's side. Seems like a solid box and mount, and has a pretty good amount of space in it.

Also got on the highway for the first time for a log drive with the falcon adjustable steering stabilizer. Kicked it up to the firm setting, and it held super true while driving. A bit annoyingly still on local roads at that setting, but that's the beauty is being able to flip it in about 10 seconds while stopped.

You go with the swing case for security or is it more just the convenience / takes up minimal space? I really want some bed organizers, but I’m always using the whole bed, so hate losing any space for when I need it.

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[capercrew02]

I just noticed, you have a matching armrest. That's awesome! Is that something they offer now? I don't think it was an option when I bought mine a year ago.

it’s not an option. I brought it up to them, they said they’d do it for me since I loaned my seats, and wanted to look into the viability of offering it with seat sets, but the install did prove to be more difficult than expected. PRP values highly easy customer installation so I’m not sure if they will end up offering them or not. But I’m definitely not complaining, it’s a really nice touch. For those interested may still be worth the call. They have the patterns in their computer system now.

 

[capercrew02]

Those look killer. I was sold on bartact, but PRP is looking pretty good about now. I like how the stock panel on the back stays exposed too; it looks clean, and that's plenty of space for me to mount a multi tool and a couple of small odds and ends. Personally, I think the full molle on the bartact is a little overkill.

How was the install? Anything you'd do differently regarding them?

Edit: Are they made in the U.S. as well?

PRP is completely manufactured in the USA, Temecula Ca to be exact. My gladiator was the pattern vehicle for the rubicon trim so I did not personally do the seat install, but from what I’ve heard on the JL forums when I was looking they are very easy. I also like the seat covers look very clean. They look more like New seats vs just a cover. I also like that the side airbags are still functional with their design. I spent weeks playing on the online build tool picking colors, fabrics, and patterns, and couldn’t be happier with the setup. I like both the tweed and vinyl fabrics, so can’t go wrong with either of those, and I know others that have put the suade through the wringer and it’s holding up well also.

 

[ChicagoJeeper]

You go with the swing case for security or is it more just the convenience / takes up minimal space? I really want some bed organizers, but I’m always using the whole bed, so hate losing any space for when I need it.

Yeah, I wanted something locking to at least keep the honest criminals out (I live in Chicago and park occasionally on the street). The option to pop it off when I need the full bed is nice as well, and it fits nicely under the factory rolling bed cover, so most of the time folks can't even see it's there.

 

[PhantomChameleon]

I'm not the person you're asking, but I do have the Ace rock sliders. They are nice. It's a pretty easy install, though removing a couple of the body mount bolts can prove tricky. Suggest you read install threads on them before attempting (though I never had to use any heat for any of the bolts, as others have suggested). As for a step, excellent.

I will say one thing slightly negative: If you're a rock crawler, might take a look at what Shrockworks is doing for the Gladiator. I have the Shrockworks on my JK and they mount much more stoutly than these Ace Engineering do on my JT. I think the Ace solution is fine for typical overlanding, but if you're planning to tackle serious rock crawling where you're leaning the rail up against a boulder to make a tight turn, you'd want the strongest possible solution.

My Gladiator, shot by Laura M. That's not me driving, that's Laura's husband. I'm down below setting up to shoot video of the descent down a steep, rocky slope on the way out to Guale 2 at Big Bend Ranch State Park in Texas ....

My JK shot by Ray B. That is me, north of the Arctic Circle on the way to Deadhorse, Alaska on the Arctic Ocean ...

Nice dude - Big Bend is one of the coolest places I've ever been. Really hope to go back someday soon!

 

[Mark Doiron]

Nice dude - Big Bend is one of the coolest places I've ever been. Really hope to go back someday soon!

It is cool. That was my fifth trip down there. In the meantime while you wait, perhaps you'd be interested in my videos from this recent trip. Here is the teaser ...

 

[SF_E60]

It is cool. That was my fifth trip down there. In the meantime while you wait, perhaps you'd be interested in my videos from this recent trip. Here is the teaser ...

I've always enjoyed watching your videos Mark, even back from my JK days

 

[Bunchahoopla]

These look very useful. However, I didn't see them listed for the "JT" up on MORE's site... did you use the ones they list for the JK?

I have noticed on the drop down menu, it is not listed but if you do a search on the site they pop up. Here is a link to help. Keep an eye out...sign up for their emails and eventually you can snag them for 20% off and free shipping.

https://mountainoffroad.com/collect...tep-powder-coated?_pos=2&_sid=9cc331a00&_ss=r

 

[Biscodave]

Super boring but was much needed... got it Rhino lined then installed the JCR MOLLE Panel after installing one I think another is definitely in the cards

 

[Dainbramaged]

Installed the new Teraflex 1764000 sway bar quick disconnects today. Had to grind a bracket to make room for a heavy factory weld bead, and had to bend another factory bracket to get things to fit, but nothing overly challenging about the install. I really like how this new design gives you a place that’s up high and out of the way to mount the connectors when not in use. Keeps the hardware all together as well.

 

[Gregbj33]

Cleaned it up and removed the soft top. 10 min job to remove.

 

[Sportsbiz]

Added a Leitner rack to my rig.

 

[Kent5]

I have noticed on the drop down menu, it is not listed but if you do a search on the site they pop up. Here is a link to help. Keep an eye out...sign up for their emails and eventually you can snag them for 20% off and free shipping.

https://mountainoffroad.com/collect...tep-powder-coated?_pos=2&_sid=9cc331a00&_ss=r

Thanks!

 

[BlackDog]

Installed the Bestop Sunrider (love it already, after only one test drive) and removed the tonneau cover to prepare for the ARE cap that's hopefully going on this next week.

 

[Odds]

It looks like its an option now, and its your jeep that they show as an example! I ordered one yesterday to match our interior. I'm glad you brought it up with them, great idea!

https://www.prpseats.com/product/ce...ep-wrangler-jl-and-jeep-gladiator-jt-custom/#

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