Jcedvm
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(Also posted in the diesel forum)
Hello. I am new to the world of Gladiator ownership and this is my first post to go along with it. I completely understand this information is likely thick in these forums but I have read so much my head hurts. I purchased a brand new 2023 Diesel Gladiator Rubicon. I am looking into lift kit options and wheel/tire combos. The local shop that has a pretty good reputation for installs etc has been very nice and helpful, however, their recommendations are not what I was personally thinking. Therefore the reason for this post is to ask the opinions of the community. If the shop's recommendations are accurate then that's how I'll be going.
So, here's what I WANTED: Clayton 3.5" Overland lift kit, XD FMJ 20"x 12" (5x5) wheels, with Mickey Thompson Baja Legend EXP 37x 13.5R20.
Shop recommends: Rock Krawler 3" lift kit with shocks, XD FMJ 20"x9" (5x5) wheels, With Mickey Thompson Baja Legend EXP 37x 12.5R20.
My intentions with this Gladiator is a weekend driver/toy. I've got young children that love to ride around with the top off etc. I do not have immediate intentions to off road to speak of but I'm not ruling it out for the future so I kind of want to be 'prepared' for it instead of having to do redo the kit. I'll be cruising on weekends with the family. Long trips possibly to jeep gatherings but otherwise all local.
Therefore, if the shop is correct, so be it. I'm definitely into eye appeal not necessarily functionality however, I do want it to be safe for the family and I want to take care of it and have it last me for a very long time. I honestly cannot picture the end result so it makes it very difficult to know what the 'right' answer is.
Being this is my first post I apologize if there's a thread that answers this already. I also am happy to answer further questions.
Thank you in advance for all of your input.
Hello. I am new to the world of Gladiator ownership and this is my first post to go along with it. I completely understand this information is likely thick in these forums but I have read so much my head hurts. I purchased a brand new 2023 Diesel Gladiator Rubicon. I am looking into lift kit options and wheel/tire combos. The local shop that has a pretty good reputation for installs etc has been very nice and helpful, however, their recommendations are not what I was personally thinking. Therefore the reason for this post is to ask the opinions of the community. If the shop's recommendations are accurate then that's how I'll be going.
So, here's what I WANTED: Clayton 3.5" Overland lift kit, XD FMJ 20"x 12" (5x5) wheels, with Mickey Thompson Baja Legend EXP 37x 13.5R20.
Shop recommends: Rock Krawler 3" lift kit with shocks, XD FMJ 20"x9" (5x5) wheels, With Mickey Thompson Baja Legend EXP 37x 12.5R20.
My intentions with this Gladiator is a weekend driver/toy. I've got young children that love to ride around with the top off etc. I do not have immediate intentions to off road to speak of but I'm not ruling it out for the future so I kind of want to be 'prepared' for it instead of having to do redo the kit. I'll be cruising on weekends with the family. Long trips possibly to jeep gatherings but otherwise all local.
Therefore, if the shop is correct, so be it. I'm definitely into eye appeal not necessarily functionality however, I do want it to be safe for the family and I want to take care of it and have it last me for a very long time. I honestly cannot picture the end result so it makes it very difficult to know what the 'right' answer is.
Being this is my first post I apologize if there's a thread that answers this already. I also am happy to answer further questions.
Thank you in advance for all of your input.
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