As an anniversary present To Vlad, I gave him his 3rd full service today on our almost 2nd anniversary (this Tuesday). Usually, by year two, I start to have wandering eyes for the newest models (a Truck slut) ... however, I just love this diesel Gladiator and every time I get into him, I think...
When Jeep and Levi Strauss co-developed a Jeep with a Levi's Blue Jean interior in the mid 1970's just about the time I got my learners permit. It sounded cool then and it still sounds good - to me
From years of experience with a hitch mounted carrier, I can honestly say my new motorcycle trailer is much easier and safer to use by myself. A word to those using the carrier - take your time, lay everything out in advance and get a helping hand if you can. Good luck.
Vlad the Glad and I left Orlando at 1 AM so I could watch the sun come up over the Fl Keys and to enjoy a nice cool morning drive down to Key West. Love my Gladiator. Heading to my buddy's wedding, who after 4 kids, is finally gonna marry the sweetheart.
Zero DSR at 500lbs on bike carrier hitched to my Sprinter for thousands of miles and hauled my Africa Twin at 535lbs for hundreds of miles on my Gladiator hitch. I now have a trailer for a safer experience at my age . I gave the carrier to a friend but I believe it was a Black Widow brand.
Hyundai shows the Truly Off Road capable Body on Frame off Roader XRT and Jeep gives us another paint job. That's sure to keep the competition at bay. The off road party is getting crowded and fierce and Jeep (with its attention on window dressing) will get its ass handed to itself. Sad, sad...
Edmonds just released a RAM 1500 I-6 vs the V-8 video, " Upgrade or Downgrade? The Ram 1500 V8 is Back, So We Tested It.". They clearly make my point on potential Jeep drivetrains. Again, no antiquated "lifestyle" V-8s for me. Been there, done that with a 2015 Ram 2500 6.4 Lariat, 2019 Ram...
No. I love my Gladiator and plan to keep it for another 2 or 3 years. My fear is the Gladiator available then will not be an improvement - especially drivetrains and safety, Too expensive for what you get and what will be available. Just that.