I went from the stock Falken AT to 37” KO2s. The KO2s are slightly louder at slow speeds but its not something most people would be able to notice. If you get the KO2s, get 37s as the are actually only about 35.3”.
If the rear is lifted more than 2 inches with stock arms, you can benefit from a spacer. It looks like you need one from the photo but its best to measure the difference between the shaft angle and yoke angle to be sure.
I had 37 KO2s load range D because I got them before the load range C version came out, with 4:10s, automatic, and a light weight build. I would call it a good temporary setup until you can regear but there is no way I would consider it a permanent setup. I would get the load range C 37s because...
I would go with 4 inch front springs and 3 inch rear springs if you want the factory rake. The rear springs give you a little more so a 4 inch rear will lift it about 4.625” to 4.75” which will add more rake than it has stock. Its going to make 37s look tiny with 4 inch rear springs. The front...
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Thanks, now that I have your tire I can get the specifications. I am likely going to add a supercharger and 4:56 may be better for me. I am running a small and light 37, BFG KO2.
What rpm are you at seeing at 70 mph? And, which tire are you running. I am interested in the actual measured size and weight. Are you manual or auto trans? There is some strength loss so I don’t want 4:88 unless I have to. Thanks
I don’t remember ever feeling it with the old aluminum steering box but its hard to argue when every other Gladiator we tested on the lot felt exactly the same. If it gets worse I will bring it back.
I brought the Jeep in for an HVAC TSB and mentioned the steering feedback. They verified it and checked a bunch of fastener torque including ball joints and other bolts to see if anything was loose. Nothing was loose so they tested another Jeep and it did the same thing. We then felt a few new...
I originally had JKS springs. 3 inch in the front and 1.5 Inch in the rear. I liked the stance but they were way too stiff and rode harsh unloaded. JKS only has HD springs for the Gladiator which are not a good fit for my use. I did not know they were HD when I ordered them and it came down to...
They provided the proper lift. The rear 2 inch springs provided more than 2 inches, about 2 5/8”. Because of this, I decided to go to a 4” spring in the front and the front is still almost 1/2” lower than the rear with the 4” front springs. I am not a fan of rake but some people don’t care.
Talk to the manager and let them know you expect it done without any bs or wasting time. The service writer initially tried to tell me they couldn’t work on it because it was lifted. I got the manager to take over and order the parts. If the manager poses issues, call Jeep customer service.