Got my Gladiator back from the dealer today after they did the clutch recall work.
From the paperwork it appears that they put in a new flywheel (CSHP19A3AA), clutch kit-pressure plate and disk (CSHP19A2AA), clutch release bearing (CSHP19A1AA), and a bolt lock patch (CSHP19A5AA) whatever that...
It is indeed a Warn Elite full width bumper - install was straight-forward with no issues - fitting the skid plate was a different story but worked out. Fitting the original fog lights in the bumper took a bit of ingenuity but managed the install.
On the interstate in pouring rain and heavy traffic - tried to shift and clutch would not disengage - tried several times and finally got trans to shift - did this once more on local street - picked a gear and did not try to shift and pulled into my driveway. Left it for the night. The next...
Once again, hoarding parts pays off - I sold a scooter about two years ago and kept the mirrors (new owner didn't want them for off-road use)- they lay on the shelf in my shop and now- wow, a use for them and the price is right.
FCA's "solution" sounds like their "fix" for engine knocking on my Grand Cherokee recall: detune engine by timing change (software change) that reduced engine power. Did not take it for recall - mine never knocked.
I ordered my wife a 2-door Wrangler Sport with the e-torque engine. The build sheet lists a 12v battery (N0 aux. battery ) and the engine description does not include "with ESS". Will the Gladiators with the e-torque engine be the same?
My M8000 is mounted on my TJ - relocated the solenoid (not really that difficult) - located it so the control could be reached from the driver's seat-looks better and is much more convenient to control the Jeep and the winch.