Russler Build

[BrentThomas]

Very nice build. How is the 6 speed with the 37s? Not finding many reviews with the manual and 37s. Some of the reviews of the 6 speed are very negative, but I think these people may not be used to Jeeps or trucks with manuals.

Thanks

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[Russler]

Very nice build. How is the 6 speed with the 37s? Not finding many reviews with the manual and 37s. Some of the reviews of the 6 speed are very negative, but I think these people may not be used to Jeeps or trucks with manuals.

Thanks

I have no issue with the 6 speed manual. Once you get accustomed to the very narrow gap and short throw between gears it is absolutely fine. The 37's and gears are a totally different topic. I rarely get into 6th gear and I find myself driving it like a jacked up sports car (fun but kinda silly). I told myself I was going to put 1500-2000 miles on and then make up my mind. Not sure if I will make it that long.

 

[Micky]

Could you measure your tires please. It seems many 37s actually measure at 35, I'm curious if the Nittos do too.

 

[Russler]

Could you measure your tires please. It seems many 37s actually measure at 35, I'm curious if the Nittos do too.

I am running mine at 32psi and they are almost exactly 36” tall.

 

[Russler]

Phase 3+ build parts have been identified. The much better half is NOT going to be happy.

Rock Hard Aluminum Complete Skid Plate System
Rock Hard FAD skid plate
Yukon 4:88's
Yukon front and rear dif covers
RCV Axles
Steer Smart Yeti XD Track Bar
Steer Smart Yeti XD Tie Rod
Steer Smart Yeti XD Draglink bottom
Steer Smart Yeti XD steering stabilizer relo kit
Tom Woods Front Driveshaft

If it looks like I am making a mistake or if anyone has feedback feel free to share as I will not be purchasing until early April.

 

[Gladiator55NOVA]

Seems that you’re pushing him on the steering gear - I see your concern is him running 37’s but I don’t know that upgrading the steering is an automatic or must-do

 

[Gladiator55NOVA]

Just ordered my Rubicon; Gator w dark saddle! You have def inspired my choice. First mod will be the 37’s!

 

[Russler]

Just ordered my Rubicon; Gator w dark saddle! You have def inspired my choice. First mod will be the 37’s!

CONGRATS! The wait is a killer but well worth it.

 

[Russler]

Snow and ice are finally gone so I could do chalk test on my tires Nitto Ridge 37x11.50R18LT D. Settled at 29 lbs for rear and 29.5 psi. Assuming the extra half pound in front is due to engines/motor weight.

 

[Gladiator55NOVA]

So just received my VIN from my dealership-
VIN# 1C6JJTBG2LL201535...
Although also just saw that most plants are shutting down. thoughts?
Is there a way to track the progress of the build?

 

[Russler]

Christopher. I used the tracker on this forum via https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/...sticker-and-build-sheet-order-tracking.15238/ You enter your VIN

You can also reach out to Jeep via Jeep Chat https://fcacommunity.force.com/Jeep/s/knowledge and they will provide an update and the current status via one of the below codes.

Hope that helps.

Unscheduled:
BX – good order available for scheduling
BB – fleet order only – review by bid department
BD – special equipment processing
BE – edit error – coding error which must be corrected before order can be scheduled
BG – order has passes edit but cannot be scheduled regardless of sold status

Reason Codes:
F – Finance hold – automatic cancellation after 15 days
B – Model or option build out
L – Material restriction
M – Material hold (fleet)
ZA – canceled order

Scheduled:
C – Tentative schedule
D – Firm schedule: serial number assigned, approx. time in station – 5 days
D1 – gateline: unit sequenced for production, est. ship date assigned, Approx. time in station – 12 days

Build:
E – Framing
F – Paint
G – Trim

Built:
I – unit built, pending final inspection
J – Vehicle passed final inspection but not released to carrier
JB – shipped to body vendor
JE – shipped to emissions
JJ – consigned to body vendor
JS – shipped to storage
KZ – released by plant and invoiced

Traffic Codes:
KZ L – released but not shipped KZ M – first rail departure
KZ N – first rail arrival
KZ O – delayed/received
KZ OA – plant hold, quality audit
KZ OB – zone, dealer, sales, vehicle prep, tax, diversion or derailment hold, dealer refusal, vehicle diverted
KZ OC – carrier delay, strike-bound, emission or safety hold, rail car shortage, bad or insufficient load, inclement weather, need shipping order, manifest error
KZ OD – mechanical failure, glass damage, vehicle in repair, lacking parts or storage hold
KZ OE – misdropped or misshipped vehicle
KZ OF – shipped air freight, stolen vehicle recovered, show vehicle, test info code, vessel sailed
KZ OG – damaged vehicle, stolen vehicle, abandon to carrier, vehicle scrapped, donate vehicle, repair and auction
KZ OH – all other “O” type carrier codes
KZ T – second rail departure
KZ U – second rail arrival
KZ X – delivered to dealer
KZ Y1 – major damage – must not be sold as new
KZ Y2 – major damage – vehicle sold at auction

 

[Gladiator55NOVA]

Christopher. I used the tracker on this forum via https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/...sticker-and-build-sheet-order-tracking.15238/ You enter your VIN

You can also reach out to Jeep via Jeep Chat https://fcacommunity.force.com/Jeep/s/knowledge and they will provide an update and the current status via one of the below codes.

Hope that helps.

Unscheduled:
BX – good order available for scheduling
BB – fleet order only – review by bid department
BD – special equipment processing
BE – edit error – coding error which must be corrected before order can be scheduled
BG – order has passes edit but cannot be scheduled regardless of sold status

Reason Codes:
F – Finance hold – automatic cancellation after 15 days
B – Model or option build out
L – Material restriction
M – Material hold (fleet)
ZA – canceled order

Scheduled:
C – Tentative schedule
D – Firm schedule: serial number assigned, approx. time in station – 5 days
D1 – gateline: unit sequenced for production, est. ship date assigned, Approx. time in station – 12 days

Build:
E – Framing
F – Paint
G – Trim

Built:
I – unit built, pending final inspection
J – Vehicle passed final inspection but not released to carrier
JB – shipped to body vendor
JE – shipped to emissions
JJ – consigned to body vendor
JS – shipped to storage
KZ – released by plant and invoiced

Traffic Codes:
KZ L – released but not shipped KZ M – first rail departure
KZ N – first rail arrival
KZ O – delayed/received
KZ OA – plant hold, quality audit
KZ OB – zone, dealer, sales, vehicle prep, tax, diversion or derailment hold, dealer refusal, vehicle diverted
KZ OC – carrier delay, strike-bound, emission or safety hold, rail car shortage, bad or insufficient load, inclement weather, need shipping order, manifest error
KZ OD – mechanical failure, glass damage, vehicle in repair, lacking parts or storage hold
KZ OE – misdropped or misshipped vehicle
KZ OF – shipped air freight, stolen vehicle recovered, show vehicle, test info code, vessel sailed
KZ OG – damaged vehicle, stolen vehicle, abandon to carrier, vehicle scrapped, donate vehicle, repair and auction
KZ OH – all other “O” type carrier codes
KZ T – second rail departure
KZ U – second rail arrival
KZ X – delivered to dealer
KZ Y1 – major damage – must not be sold as new
KZ Y2 – major damage – vehicle sold at auction

Very helpful!! Thank you

 

[Russler]

Cold air intake installed. I am going to admit I was hesitant to cut my hood and install it but I am glad I did. First impressions - Mopar Performance Exhaust sounds better with a little more air flow. No difference in cab noise from the air intake. Held 5th gear on a slight incline coming out of town that I normally feel the need to downshift into 4th. Cant, won't, not gunna claim any horsepower gains but happy with the combo of the Mopar Perf Air Intake and Exhaust.

 

[CLSII]

Did you consider any other intakes or exhaust systems?

 

[Russler]

I did not. Sticking with as many Mopar parts as possible to minimize pushback on warranty claims.

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