ecoDiesel JT Rubicon 3.73 Stock w/ 37 inch Mudders: 4.56 or 4.88?

[Wheelin98TJ]

I will always have a diesel in the driveway, no matter if it is a 3.0 or a Duramax or Cummins, just never a Ford lol.

IF Ram attaches the 10 speed to the Cummins, this Jeep will be bye bye. I miss that truck but not the trans.

Maybe Ram will use the Ford 10 speed like GM does.

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[Smoke Machine]

Yeah you nailed it. Is it a diesel specific lift?
What was the turnaround time? I’ll be going up there (hopefully in a month or so) to pick up a gladiator and it might be worth a quick stop if they’re not in Western Pa.

Sorry, I didn’t respond to the question regarding if this it Diesel specific.
No, the Clayton kit is not diesel specific. However, two things:
Since the diesel motor is 300-400 lbs heavier, we used a 3/4” spacer to get the stance correct. Also, if you want to use Falcons shocks, you must get diesel-specific shocks since the regular shocks extend too far into the engine bay and hit the battery and battery tray. Those shocks were completely out-of-stock everywhere. So, I upgraded to the Fox and couldn’t be happier.

 

[tampahoosier]

I’m running the M/T Baja Boss’ at 33PSI. We did a beach trip weekend before last and averaged 84mph and 19 MPG. With the windows up and AC on, the tires are not loud at all. I’m only running a 1/2” front 3/4” rear level.

I currently have the Nitto Ridge Grapplers in 35s and I’m jumping to 37s here shortly. Both the Ridge Grapplers and these new M/T Baja Boss A/T are available for me in the 37 size and I’m seriously considering the New Baja Boss. How are you liking them now a few months later? Have you had Ridge Grapplers in the past and able to do a comparison noise wise?

 

[tampahoosier]

Just picked up my JTRD today. 37’s with stock 3.73 gears. So far, I really don’t notice the difference from stock. I’ll post a reply once I have more miles and fuel economy data, but so far I think it’s unlikely I’ll void my warranty with a regear.

How do you like those tires? Have you had the Nitto Ridge Grapplers in the past and are able to give a comparison of the two?

 

[Tacos]

Sorry, I didn’t respond to the question regarding if this it Diesel specific.
No, the Clayton kit is not diesel specific. However, two things:
Since the diesel motor is 300-400 lbs heavier, we used a 3/4” spacer to get the stance correct. Also, if you want to use Falcons shocks, you must get diesel-specific shocks since the regular shocks extend too far into the engine bay and hit the battery and battery tray. Those shocks were completely out-of-stock everywhere. So, I upgraded to the Fox and couldn’t be happier.

Which Fox shocks?

 

[Diesel Sting]

I currently have the Nitto Ridge Grapplers in 35s and I’m jumping to 37s here shortly. Both the Ridge Grapplers and these new M/T Baja Boss A/T are available for me in the 37 size and I’m seriously considering the New Baja Boss. How are you liking them now a few months later? Have you had Ridge Grapplers in the past and able to do a comparison noise wise?

I have a set of 35” Ridge Graps on my 06 LJ and they are quiet. Virtually no noise. The Baja’s have a good bit of noise, but it does not bother me, and this is my first set of M/T’s I’ve ever had. I have about 3000 miles on them and I wouldn’t hesitate to buy them again.

To me, a soft top makes more noise than the tires, but this is comparing a new top on my LJ vs. a hardtop on the Gladiator.

 

[tampahoosier]

I have a set of 35” Ridge Graps on my 06 LJ and they are quiet. Virtually no noise. The Baja’s have a good bit of noise, but it does not bother me, and this is my first set of M/T’s I’ve ever had. I have about 3000 miles on them and I wouldn’t hesitate to buy them again.

To me, a soft top makes more noise than the tires, but this is comparing a new top on my LJ vs. a hardtop on the Gladiator.

Surprised to hear you say they have noise, I expected them to be on par with the ridge grapplers. Would you choose the MTs over the ridge grapplers in the future?

 

[Smoke Machine]

How do you like those tires? Have you had the Nitto Ridge Grapplers in the past and are able to give a comparison of the two?

I’ve only driven about 1k miles on these tires - only summer with rain. As such, I can’t give a well rounded review yet. And no, I’ve never had the Nittos. I can report that they work quite well in the rain and are quiet. Mind you, I have the AT’s, not the MT’s. I’d say they are comparable to the GY Duratrac’s in many ways.

 

[Smoke Machine]

Which Fox shocks?

FOX Performance Elite 2.5 Series Adjustable Shocks

 

[Diesel Sting]

Surprised to hear you say they have noise, I expected them to be on par with the ridge grapplers. Would you choose the MTs over the ridge grapplers in the future?

Maybe you’re crossing A/T and the M/T? Baja boss comes in both. The A/T is probably quiet.

 

[Tacos]

FOX Performance Elite 2.5 Series Adjustable Shocks

Those are the ones I'm looking at with a JKS 3 Inch lift how are they on the highway? Our roads here in Iowa are shitty...

 

[Chance575]

I have 37” baja boss a/ts. Very quite barely notice them at all. So far great tire, looks beefy buts it’s an a/t

 

[Smoke Machine]

Those are the ones I'm looking at with a JKS 3 Inch lift how are they on the highway? Our roads here in Iowa are shitty...

they are really great. Here is a good setting to start with:

On Road: High = 3 / Low = 6
Off Road: High = 6 / Low = 3

 

[tampahoosier]

Maybe you’re crossing A/T and the M/T? Baja boss comes in both. The A/T is probably quiet.

You’re right probably so. I made the assumption you were using M/T as Mickey Thompson abbreviation lol. I thought you had the new Baja Boss A/T. Thanks for clarifying!

 

[tampahoosier]

I have 37” baja boss a/ts. Very quite barely notice them at all. So far great tire, looks beefy buts it’s an a/t

That’s what I’m looking for thanks! Can you show a good side profile and head on pic and if you have a lift share the info on that?

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