Ckornoski
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- First Name
- Cale
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- 2021 gladiator(ordered), 2013 Jeep JK
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Hey all,
New to the forum but not Jeeps. I've been reading and trying to get as much info as i can because i have weeks to go before i take delivery of my new 2021 Firecracker Red Willys Gladiator. I am coming from a 2013 JK 2 door. Lifted, bigger tires, all the fun stuff. Wife and I are trying for a family so i knew i needed to get something a little bigger.
A few weeks ago it really started for me, i was toying with he idea of selling my wrangler and once my heater-core went i knew it was a sign. I chose the WIllys because i like the style, the black grill, rock rails, hood and tailgate decals, black rims and basic interior. I'm not one for power locks and windows, i couldn't afford to go for the rubicon and i wanted a stick. I dont tow much other then my jetskis in the summer and a landscape trailer every now and then so max tow wasnt really needed. I did opt for the tow package though. First vehicle i'll own with a backup camera.
I've started looking for upgrades and i dont even have it yet haha. I have plenty of space in my basement for goodies so i am asking for some info or suggestions on some parts. Down the road will be a bigger lift, 37's, driveshafts, all that good stuff. For now, while we are looking for a house and most of our extra money goes towards a down payment, i'm looking for some easy upgrades. The willys comes with 32's and i know most stay the mud terrains are loud and have road wonder but its a jeep and I've had M/Ts on my old TJ so im not scared. I am looking for advice on a leveling kit. Ive seen ones form $99 up to $1k. What is a good basic one that isnt going to require a ton of changes, shock, driveshafts, brake lines things like that. I know you get what you pay for so i dont want to get something just to get it. From experience with my JK i know how important drive-line angles are so if adding upper adjustable control arms are needed i will take that into consideration since some kits come with them. After the M/T's are worn i will move up to 35's but i'd like to get it level for now.
I did not order the bed liner or the tonneau cover so I'm interested it getting that stuff aftermarket. I herculined my old TJ interior and wanted to see if thats worth doing or if anyone has done that themselves, or if spending the extra to have to a line X or rhino liner sprayed in is the way to go, either way for now i was thinking of adding a bed liner, a weather tech or something similar so my stuff doesn't slide around of the bed get to scratched up until i have the funds to get it lined. I am also interested in the bed cover. Just something that rolls up easy that can keep anything form getting soaked or dirty when off road.
I cant wait till my Gladiator comes in, and look forward to anything info i can get before then.
Thanks,
Cale
New to the forum but not Jeeps. I've been reading and trying to get as much info as i can because i have weeks to go before i take delivery of my new 2021 Firecracker Red Willys Gladiator. I am coming from a 2013 JK 2 door. Lifted, bigger tires, all the fun stuff. Wife and I are trying for a family so i knew i needed to get something a little bigger.
A few weeks ago it really started for me, i was toying with he idea of selling my wrangler and once my heater-core went i knew it was a sign. I chose the WIllys because i like the style, the black grill, rock rails, hood and tailgate decals, black rims and basic interior. I'm not one for power locks and windows, i couldn't afford to go for the rubicon and i wanted a stick. I dont tow much other then my jetskis in the summer and a landscape trailer every now and then so max tow wasnt really needed. I did opt for the tow package though. First vehicle i'll own with a backup camera.
I've started looking for upgrades and i dont even have it yet haha. I have plenty of space in my basement for goodies so i am asking for some info or suggestions on some parts. Down the road will be a bigger lift, 37's, driveshafts, all that good stuff. For now, while we are looking for a house and most of our extra money goes towards a down payment, i'm looking for some easy upgrades. The willys comes with 32's and i know most stay the mud terrains are loud and have road wonder but its a jeep and I've had M/Ts on my old TJ so im not scared. I am looking for advice on a leveling kit. Ive seen ones form $99 up to $1k. What is a good basic one that isnt going to require a ton of changes, shock, driveshafts, brake lines things like that. I know you get what you pay for so i dont want to get something just to get it. From experience with my JK i know how important drive-line angles are so if adding upper adjustable control arms are needed i will take that into consideration since some kits come with them. After the M/T's are worn i will move up to 35's but i'd like to get it level for now.
I did not order the bed liner or the tonneau cover so I'm interested it getting that stuff aftermarket. I herculined my old TJ interior and wanted to see if thats worth doing or if anyone has done that themselves, or if spending the extra to have to a line X or rhino liner sprayed in is the way to go, either way for now i was thinking of adding a bed liner, a weather tech or something similar so my stuff doesn't slide around of the bed get to scratched up until i have the funds to get it lined. I am also interested in the bed cover. Just something that rolls up easy that can keep anything form getting soaked or dirty when off road.
I cant wait till my Gladiator comes in, and look forward to anything info i can get before then.
Thanks,
Cale
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