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

[Gren71]

Installed AFE intake
(Im aware they’re basically useless, i just enjoy the sound)

Installed rubi plastic bumper and steel skid i got from a forum member a while back

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[KurtP]

Installed AFE intake
(Im aware they’re basically useless, i just enjoy the sound)

Installed rubi plastic bumper and steel skid i got from a forum member a while back

theyre not useless.

looks good too! put up a sound clip.

 

[Gren71]

theyre not useless.

Shhhhhhh!! Your gonna rile up the senior members who hate intakes!

 

[KurtP]

Shhhhhhh!! Your gonna rile up the senior members who hate intakes!

true. Watch this:

here is my latest mpg from central va to northern md. Mopar intake, afe filter, awe exhaust, and pulsar. This is on 37” AT’s and stock 4.10 gears. Tire size was calculated using the circumference method and my speed is accurate to the mph via independent gps and police radar. Intakes, exhausts, and tunes add power. Lots of it.

 

[Gren71]

true. Watch this:

here is my latest mpg from central va to northern md. Mopar intake, afe filter, awe exhaust, and pulsar. This is on 37” AT’s and stock 4.10 gears. Tire size was calculated using the circumference method and my speed is accurate to the mph via independent gps and police radar. Intakes, exhausts, and tunes add power. Lots of it.

 

[jdwhichard]

After playing in mud

man that looks like quick sand

 

[AZCooWhip]

Warn tubular doors are on. Low profile tonneau is going on tomorrow. Yep .....it has started and it’s a sickness.

Shop date March 3-5 .... not saying what we are doing. ??

 

[Gren71]

Warn tubular doors are on. Low profile tonneau is going on tomorrow. Yep .....it has started and it’s a sickness.

Shop date March 3-5 .... not saying what we are doing. ??

Nice looking! Any rattle while driving?
Tube doors are on my list, just looking for a good deal

 

[AZCooWhip]

Nice looking! Any rattle while driving?
Tube doors are on my list, just looking for a good deal

Crappy picture, but wifey wanted to go out for dinner. Better pics later.

These Warner tubes are worth the $$. No rattles and very very solid. They incorporate a rubber stop at door sill that tightens it all up very nicely.

Thanks to Steve at Rebel for the quick hookup.

 

[johnparjr]

Installed my Factor 55 Flatlink E

 

[Tuggernuts]

Took off the wheels and painted the centers to match the Gator.

Awesome looking truck!

 

[Rummie]

Awesome looking truck!

Thanks! Lots more to do. Mostly hidden things that help performance off road, but the rack is bad ass. I'll post some pics when we get the customizations finished and have it back on the Jeep.

 

[XraytecH]

Installed the Alpine speaker upgrade for the overhead soundbar. I bought the Alpine SPV-65-JLT from Crutchfield, as it was about $50 cheaper than Amazon, and Crutchfield includes the Metra adapters, which are needed for the JTs (and JLs) that have the premium Alpine audio system. The instructions aren't the best. I've had to watch a couple YouTube videos and looked through forum threads.

Before:

I used the included template and a pick to trace the new pattern. This worked very well for me as a pen, pencil, or marker was harder to see (irregular surfaces). The scribe/pick leaves a good mark to see and feel.

To cut the hole, I tried a jigsaw, but it was much harder to control, especially with the soundbar still installed. Then I tried an electric hot knife, but it produced toxic fumes, and the cuts immediately fused back together (molten plastic). Instructions, YouTubers, and other forum members recommended a reciprocating air saw. Others have also removed the soundbar. I left mine in place and used a box cutter (utility knife) instead. It took a bit more muscle, but it made much less of a mess, and it took about 15-20 minutes per side

The template is not the best. I had to deviate and cut a bit more to avoid some awkward shapes. This is what the removed sections looked like. You can actually remove quite a bit more than what the template calls for. The new speaker's gasket just needs to have a surface to seal.

This is what the hole looks like. Yes, not pretty. If you have OCD (like me), turn away and don't think about how sausages are made.

The new Alpine speaker comes with a crossover. If you have premium audio, like mine, disconnect the wires from the woofer (just move them aside) and attach the Metra adapters.

Connect to the soundbar harness.

The resulting sound is AMAZING! Deeper, fuller bass, crisper highs, and looks great.

Good call on bypassing the in speaker crossover. Makes a world of difference.

 

[KurtP]

Installed the Alpine speaker upgrade for the overhead soundbar. I bought the Alpine SPV-65-JLT from Crutchfield, as it was about $50 cheaper than Amazon, and Crutchfield includes the Metra adapters, which are needed for the JTs (and JLs) that have the premium Alpine audio system. The instructions aren't the best. I've had to watch a couple YouTube videos and looked through forum threads.

Before:

I used the included template and a pick to trace the new pattern. This worked very well for me as a pen, pencil, or marker was harder to see (irregular surfaces). The scribe/pick leaves a good mark to see and feel.

To cut the hole, I tried a jigsaw, but it was much harder to control, especially with the soundbar still installed. Then I tried an electric hot knife, but it produced toxic fumes, and the cuts immediately fused back together (molten plastic). Instructions, YouTubers, and other forum members recommended a reciprocating air saw. Others have also removed the soundbar. I left mine in place and used a box cutter (utility knife) instead. It took a bit more muscle, but it made much less of a mess, and it took about 15-20 minutes per side

The template is not the best. I had to deviate and cut a bit more to avoid some awkward shapes. This is what the removed sections looked like. You can actually remove quite a bit more than what the template calls for. The new speaker's gasket just needs to have a surface to seal.

This is what the hole looks like. Yes, not pretty. If you have OCD (like me), turn away and don't think about how sausages are made.

The new Alpine speaker comes with a crossover. If you have premium audio, like mine, disconnect the wires from the woofer (just move them aside) and attach the Metra adapters.

Connect to the soundbar harness.

The resulting sound is AMAZING! Deeper, fuller bass, crisper highs, and looks great.

That looks great. Can you link the product you got and the vid you found most helpful?

Thanks

 

[brain]

It annoys me that the Tacoma has various electrical power ports in the truck bed and the JT often does not. So, I installed my own. I also used an uncommon power port assembly configuration called a Trolling Motor Connector. I removed the battery clamps from my Smittybilt Air Compressor and spliced a male connector. I can also do this for other things like Solar Panels, Generators, Lights, and Power Tools. I now have power whenever I need it. While I was at it, I removed the infamous and cheap air hose that comes with the Smittybilt unit and used an extra ARB compressor hose and gage. The different brands reverse connectors, so I had to resolve that as well. It's now quite robust. As you can see, I also opted not to permanently mount my Air Compressor in the JT. I installed an Aramis Swing Box.

It's been a while, so here is my comprehensive list of upgrades to date:

Gladiator Mojave Upgrades

35” Mickey Thompson BAJA MTPZ3 (now removed and for sale)
JCR Expedition Rack
JCR Expedition Box (for spare wheel)
Air Raid Cold Air Intake
SteerSmart YETI Track Bar.
WARN Wheels
WARN Winch
Black Mopar Fenders
Gladiator Premium Soft Top
ARB Hydraulic Jack and Stand
Hauk Offroad JT Plate
BedRug for Truck Bed
TrackRacks
Smittybilt 2781 5.65 CFM Universal Air Compressor
TeraFlex Spacer Lift Kit, BumpStop Extensions, Shock Extensions, Track Bar, and Adjustable Control Arms (“Mojave Special”).
37” NITTO Ridge Grappler Tires
Aramis Swing Tool Box
Redline Hood Struts
Painted NITTO Ridge Grappler Tire Letters
Mounted Teraflex Front Quick Disconnect with Swivel Stud Kit.

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