Anyone wish they had THIS gladiator

[Angus_NTX]

Add me to the list who would jump to a shorter cab with jump doors and some storage. Big bonus if it resulted in an extra foot of bed length without going to a larger overall length.

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[WILDHOBO]

Add me to the list who would jump to a shorter cab with jump doors and some storage. Big bonus if it resulted in an extra foot of bed length without going to a larger overall length.

With four people in the family, I wouldn’t be allowed to have a gladiator as my daily if there were only two doors. While I like the looks, I get to enjoy this vehicle with the whole family as it sits now. Oh well. Old practical people.

 

[NC_Overland]

With four people in the family, I wouldn’t be allowed to have a gladiator as my daily if there were only two doors. While I like the looks, I get to enjoy this vehicle with the whole family as it sits now. Oh well. Old practical people.

I hate to admit that when I was on the fence between Rubicon and Overland, I ended up choosing an Overland because it already had the Mopar black tubular side steps on it and I was already pushing the budget. I’ve never used them but 5’4” fiancée and her kiddo sure have. Also, in NC, I don’t need a Rubicon. I don’t need lockers and a 4:1 TC for driving on the beach and the easy trails here I occasionally take it on.

 

[WILDHOBO]

I hate to admit that when I was on the fence between Rubicon and Overland, I ended up choosing an Overland because it already had the Mopar black tubular side steps on it and I was already pushing the budget. I’ve never used them but 5’4” fiancée and her kiddo sure have. Also, in NC, I don’t need a Rubicon. I don’t need lockers and a 4:1 TC for driving on the beach and the easy trails here I occasionally take it on.

I’d have likely done the same if I still lived in FL. and I’m in the dog house already with my wife and kids regarding the lack of steps.

 

[WILDHOBO]

I’d have likely done the same if I still lived in FL. and I’m in the dog house already with my wife and kids regarding the lack of steps.

I’ve been told that when it’s lifted, I need to come up with a step solution. Tough, as I can’t justify power steps that I’d for sure destroy on the rocks. And I don’t want drop steps that will decrease clearance, or just look bad to me.

 

[NC_Overland]

I’ve been told that when it’s lifted, I need to come up with a step solution. Tough, as I can’t justify power steps that I’d for sure destroy on the rocks. And I don’t want drop steps that will decrease clearance, or just look bad to me.

Yeah, and the good frame mounted ones don’t typically have a decent step. Someone probably has one, but it’s tough to sort through all of them. It’s nice having so much aftermarket support, but it can be daunting sorting through all of it.

 

[DublF]

THIS is the 2 door Gladiator I want.

 

[WILDHOBO]

Yeah, and the good frame mounted ones don’t typically have a decent step. Someone probably has one, but it’s tough to sort through all of them. It’s nice having so much aftermarket support, but it can be daunting sorting through all of it.

Since I’ve only touched my rubicon rails once so far, and it was from the side, my prediction is that after the lift and tires (3.5” plus 37’s) I won’t even get near them. I totally agree with frame mounting, and would go that route if I replace them. But if I can steer clear of any really hard hits on them with the lift, I might just keep them. I saw one option for removable steps, but didn’t like them aesthetically.

 

[NC_Overland]

Since I’ve only touched my rubicon rails once so far, and it was from the side, my prediction is that after the lift and tires (3.5” plus 37’s) I won’t even get near them. I totally agree with frame mounting, and would go that route if I replace them. But if I can steer clear of any really hard hits on them with the lift, I might just keep them. I saw one option for removable steps, but didn’t like them aesthetically.

Seems like a pita also. I like the idea.

 

[FloridaMan655321]

As someone who doesn’t need 4 doors, I wish an extended cab version was an option. I’m still enjoying my truck though, and even if one came out tomorrow I wouldn’t trade mine in. If anything, I just want to get a 2 dr Wrangler at some point.

 

[BLK HOLE]

No even a little.

And that would have been more of a Scrambler than a Gladiator.

 

[Labswine]

THIS is the 2 door Gladiator I want.

I like that too but, the grill (not the traditional 7 slot but reminiscent of those Jeeps built by Ford in WW II...the Kaiser built ones had the 7 slot grill) seems to me to not let enough air across the radiator for proper cooling...

 

[Jeeperjamie]

I'd rather have this one. I'd keep my current one and buy one of these if they ever made them but I doubt it would happen.

https://www.thedrive.com/news/27336...r-pickup-truck-wont-be-happening-anytime-soon

 

[jcarbs]

No - I've had an extended cab Chevy S10 and the jump seats were useless. I like having the extra room a four door provides. Nice looking concept, but happy with the end product I purchased.

 

[ezekio3160]

I'll never forget seeing this and wanting it so badly. Anybody wish they could have gotten this over their current gladiator?

Hec no ? I love my 4 door for my wife and kids.

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