Here’s my weekend hoppy spent on my gladiator. Finally installed my Rugged Ridge Venator and X-Bull 13.5K LBS Winch. It was hot as heck too! But got it down by myself.
You’re right surface scratches may buff out as long as they’re not too deep past the clear coat. Dent on the other can be pulled with dentless paint repair but if the paint is cracked it body work. So sorry to see those damages.
I used Blaster Spray directly on the screw and nut, give time to penetrate the use a 3/8” or 1/2” mini impact wrench with an extension. That worked easy piezey.
Anyone here tried to install a low profile winch on a plastic OEM front bumper? Seen some on YouTube but they don’t say what winch plate or parts they’ve used to make it work.
I like it, the color is nice. I opted for a 2021 Gladiator Overland. Has the loaded options I was looking for. Didn’t go for the Mojave or Rubicon because am not planning on climbing any rocks. Just as fun to drive and have the space I needed as well. Good choice!