Does really mean something. I had a 4x4 with an independent front suspension and seriously considered putting a locker on it, and the local experts argued successfully against it. Far weaker.
Who ever has exceeded the payload in a small SUV?
You gonna haul 5 yards of topsoil in it?
I've personally seen lockers on an independent suspension break. Much weaker than on a solid axle. Independent suspension also = far less articulation.
Looks like it has front and rear independent suspension, which likely means no lockers. I would not have bought my Rubi Gladiator if it had not had, at least, rear lockers and solid rear axle. It also has the same for the front. It also has appx 20" wheels and skinny tires that would be...
It looks like the Quadratec Stealth winch sits a bit lower in the Quadratec steel front bumper:
https://www.quadratec.com/p/quadratec/qrc-front-winch-ready-bumper-jeep-wrangler-jl-gladiator-jt/full-width-12000-lb-synthetic
I am awaiting a full-height topper that could essentially double the weatherproof cargo capacity of the Gladiator's bed. In the meantime, for $150, I got the following, which adds about 33% to the Gladiator's cargo capacity:
Thanks again Patriot. I just got back, and it worked. I really like being able to see what gear I'm in now. FWIW, my Gladi Rubi drives a ton better on highway mountains and hills than my old 2012 JKUR did with the 6-speed auto. I also spent a bunch of time driving in the mountains with my...