After spending a few hours researching, I ordered the LOD
1: Frame Mount
2: No loss of ground clearance
3: Room to stand on rail anywhere on full length
4: Hides / protects Pinch weld
5: Ample footwell for cab access & egress
6: Fills gap at fender to protect from gravel chips
7: Smooth...
I just ordered a set of these from LOD
They're a little bigger than the Mopar Performance , have integrated step/footwell areas and are frame mounted.
https://lodoffroad.com/products/jeep-jt-gladiator-destroyer-4-door-rocksliders/jrs2014
My son and I installed the ( front only ) Teraflex 1.5" Leveling Kit and Teraflex 2" Shock Extension Kit.
Figure this puts us back to within 1/2" of OEM shock travel.
It took right at 1 hour start to finish, including re-centering the steering wheel.
Put a 4' level on the bed rail and the...
I make it a habit of hitting that ASS every chance I get...
Run / ASS / Shifter in one fluid motion
It's become a natural, unnoticed operation just like checking mirrors and blind spots.
Having the EcoDiesel , I don't want it shutting off and on needlessly.
IMHO , diesel engines don't...