towing

So back in Dec 2023, I took advantage of the discounts offered on gladiators and wound up getting my Sarge Green Ecodiesel for 23% off MSRP ($51k before tt&l). Carvana bought my 2020 gator sport s for $31k, which allowed me to put a decent sized down payment on the diesel gladiator. I had the...

Ive got a 21 Rubicon Diesel and im wanting to tow a 4,280 (Dry weight) camper. I got the truck with the tow package, not max tow. I currently have a leveling kit and im running 37's. What more does everyone suggest I need other than: - Trailer brake controller - Air Lift Bags for the rear...

I am looking to tow my gladiator with my Rev. I have the tow bar and safety cables from my jeep wrangler. What’s the best way to hook up lights to use brake lights. Tail lights etc. on my old wrangler I just made a pug tail and ran it like trailer lights. Worked great. My rv is a 40 ft. No...

HEY all, I had a weight distribution hitch installed and set up to tow a Forest River R-Pod camper trailer with my 2020 Gladiator Rubicon with stock wheels, tires, and suspension. Trailer is ~5k lbs. The trailer is now at a repair shop while the Gladiator is getting a 1.5” Metalcloak Lift and...

Hi all. I'm interviewing for jobs and most of them are across the country from me and would necessitate a big move. I'm located in the Southeast and most of these positions are in the west coast/PNW area, as well as Alaska and Hawaii. I could drive the truck there for some of these "closer"...

Hello everyone, I have a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Overland automatic transmission and I'm searching for a suitable travel trailer to tow. We are from Canada planning to go across the US throughout the winter so it will be more than just a quick weekend getaway. The problem is that I'm finding a lot...

Just picked up a 2021 gladiator sport willys Automatic with Tow package. I am planning on towing a travel trailer weighing 4800lbs dry. I plan on towing this dry and empty at least on my first run. It’s an 80 mile fairly flat trip. Gladiator is rated for 6000lbs I will be installing a brake...

Just wanted to share my experiences towing with my JT for those doing research. Towing was one of the reasons I went with a JT over a JL. We regularly tow between 3500/4500 ilbs with ours through mountains in VA, WV, and PA to various ATV parks. As far as a mid sized truck goes, i'd say it...

Before I start, I understand that putting additional equipment on my Willys will not legally change anything about the official published FCA Payload and Towing Capacities. With that being said, what do I need to add to my Willys in order to safely tow a 7800lbs (fully loaded) travel trailer...

I have a Lance trailer, model# 1985, that I towed with my Ecodiesel Ram. I’ve wanted a Wrangler for a while, but they can’t tow very much. So, when it came time to replace the Ram I chose a 3.6L V6 Gladiator Rubicon. I considered the Max Tow version but since I’ve always wanted a Rubicon I...

Made my first big tow last night. I was watching all the gauges. Trans was running 195-200. Coolant stayed under 220. But the oil was consistently running 230 and I saw 236 one time. What's a safe high number? I have a stock 2022 Mojave, 13,400 miles, pulling a 22' RV. I was running 55 mph...

Looking to put a quad in the back of my gladiator while towing my 5x8 trailer. I want to keep the tailgate at half while I do. Would the trailer jack hit the tailgate? I’d rather be sure and ask before going and messing up the back of my truck. Thanks you for your time

What is wheel load rating and why is it important for towing? I recently found a good deal on some new wheels but wanted to make sure I'm making an informed decision before buying. Someone mentioned wheel load rating the other day but I cant find that post. Any way, can someone help me...

Hello, @Zybane created an informative poll/tracker that helps frame the eco diesel experience. PMd with him and came up with this sister poll on derating. Have you experienced, or not experienced, derating when towing, not towing or if you installed an oil cooler? Thought this was a good...

Wife thinks she wants to camp. I hope so. If a few trips go well, I might want to get something a little more luxurious than the home made (not by me) overland trailer I have. So, show me what you are pulling! For the record, jt 80th, tow (not max). If correct, 6000 lb limit. Come on...

Do any of you tow a camper off-road? I recently went on a trip with a buddy that towed a camper with his ZR2 and it was a PITA. I ended up having to drag the camper up and down the trail to camp for him. I understand campers provide comfort and simple shelter but for the places I like to go...

My wife and I are looking at travel trailers for our family of 4 soon to be 5. After looking at several brands and layouts we have narrowed our search down to 2 models: Grand Design Imagine XLS 21bhe Dry Weight 4698 Tongue Weight 456 Length 24’ 11” Grand Design Imagine XLS...

So I just test drove a 2021 Wills Sport. 6spd, all black, bed liner, tow package, aux switches, AND none of the safety bells and whistles that I despise (more on this below). I will be trading in a 2020 4 runner auto. I miss the truck bed and want a manual. That said, I don't know if I...

Stock Rubicon w/Fox shocks. I recently installed a Rebel Offroad bed rack and a Decked drawer system. The rack weighs roughly 180 lbs. and the drawer system comes in at 200. Have not adding any other additional items. So this brings the total added weight to just under 400 pounds. Jeep claims...

After owning my JTR for only about a month, I can say even as a decided buyer I didnt understand or appreciate just how good of a vehicle it is. In the first month Ive taken a 6 hour road trip with my wife and 2 kids, carried 4 adult coworkers for work trips, done some mild off-roading, towed...