What did you do TO your Gladiator today? [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS]

[abe57]

You didn’t by chance get a photo of where it plugs in under the dash did you? I was told by a dealer it couldn’t be installed on my JTRD. Benny said it could. I’d like to verify it can before I purchase. And yes…I have the tow package…. I was told the harness I’d have to tie into is taped up under there along side the steering column somewhere. Aside from that I really didn’t know what I was looking for.

…and how was the install?

I found out there is a Gray colored connector just on the left of the steering column taped to the wire harness

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[Aonarch]

You didn’t by chance get a photo of where it plugs in under the dash did you? I was told by a dealer it couldn’t be installed on my JTRD. Benny said it could. I’d like to verify it can before I purchase. And yes…I have the tow package…. I was told the harness I’d have to tie into is taped up under there along side the steering column somewhere. Aside from that I really didn’t know what I was looking for.

…and how was the install?

It will take just a few minutes for you to confirm that you have the harness. In that video when he is working under the steering wheel, he highlights the plug that you need. That kick panel under the steering wheel just pops off towards the rear of the Jeep.

Since you have trailer tow, you have the trailer connections by your rear license plate right? So you should have the plug under the dash, unless FCA did an FCA thing. Even then, if you don't have one, you just have to run the harness under the frame. It isn't a horrible job. The instructions outline it and give you the part number.

Install was straight forward. Getting the cigarette outlet out was a PITA. Took an alarming amount of force with three pocket flat heads. But the two videos I watch, neither had issues.

I have no idea where the box is supposed to mount. Maybe someone else knows.

 

[Dougstdig]

Considering there are 1035 pages to this thread…which video?

 

[Aonarch]

Considering there are 1035 pages to this thread…which video?

Whoops. I thought I posted it here.

https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/aonarchs-2021-sport-s-max-tow.44493/post-873996

 

[Briyay Adventures]

Woah, I get to be one of the first posts on this thread!

I did a lot to it today, being my first day off with the Gladiator. I put on my Rydonair radio antenna, Mopar Door Sill Guards, put my drain plug in my floor mats, put in a cubby hole for my wife's stuff.

Wife added her hat to the Jeep when I have the top off, and I put in all my stuff I had in my Ram truck. Fits perfectly, now I just need an air compressor for off road trips.

I also wanted to show how much room is behind the seat, I put my Cherokee Trailhawk Trail Bag in there, which has my tow strap, and gloves.

My dog Pia also got to sit in the Gladiator for the first time.

I had to do a double take!

 

[Walter_Mustang]

When you installed it, did the piston force its way out or did it stay in position on its own? The reason I ask is because I’ve had issues with steering shocks in the past that caused a pull because it was pushing out.

It did force its way out…

 

[Gren71]

It did force its way out…

Ive read about what the other member is referring to, where the piston pushes its self out and causes a drift to that direction.

I actually had this with my fox until I read on here somewhere to "cycle" the damper a bit. Basically you compress it fully a couple times and it should level out as it where. I did it to my fox damper and never had the issue come back.

If its already installed just drive in a large open space and take the steering to full lock in both directions a couple of times and it should have the same effect.

But if your not having a problem, dont fix what isnt broke! lol

 

[Aonarch]

Ive read about what the other member is referring to, where the piston pushes its self out and causes a drift to that direction.

I actually had this with my fox until I read on here somewhere to "cycle" the damper a bit. Basically you compress it fully a couple times and it should level out as it where. I did it to my fox damper and never had the issue come back.

If its already installed just drive in a large open space and take the steering to full lock in both directions a couple of times and it should have the same effect.

But if your not having a problem, dont fix what isnt broke! lol

Yes! You need to cycle them say 3 times before installing.

 

[Sky Soldier]

I like the MOPAR flaps better than any of the others on the market. To the best of my knowledge they dont fit with the JTMT fenders. Im also pretty sure they dont fit with the rubi rails, but I could be wrong.

Regardless, very nice looking!

EDIT:

I wonder if the Rubi ones would work with the jtmt...

https://www.autoaccessoriesgarage.c...h-DigitalFit-No-Drill-Mud-Flaps?set-vehicle=1

They will not fit on a Rubicon Gladiator. I learned the hard way and have a set for sell cheap.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

It will take just a few minutes for you to confirm that you have the harness. In that video when he is working under the steering wheel, he highlights the plug that you need. That kick panel under the steering wheel just pops off towards the rear of the Jeep.

Since you have trailer tow, you have the trailer connections by your rear license plate right? So you should have the plug under the dash, unless FCA did an FCA thing. Even then, if you don't have one, you just have to run the harness under the frame. It isn't a horrible job. The instructions outline it and give you the part number.

Install was straight forward. Getting the cigarette outlet out was a PITA. Took an alarming amount of force with three pocket flat heads. But the two videos I watch, neither had issues.

I have no idea where the box is supposed to mount. Maybe someone else knows.

ALL JTs have that harness, even with no "tow package".
It's normally found along the left kick panel. I didn't have to remove any panels, the pigtail/connector was taped to a larger wiring harness that runs up the left kick panel area. Pulled the tape loose and plugged it in. It was simple to plug in. Mine had nothing to do with the steering column area wiring at all.
You do not need any additional wiring harness.

The controller mounts on two existing studs on the left side by your left foot. It may not clear if you have a manual transmission???

But it mounts right next to the harness connection.

 

[Sky Soldier]

Just some lamin-x on the fogs. $20 well spent.

What size did you buy?

 

[Sky Soldier]

I had bad luck with Smittybilt. I had one on my previous 2017 Wrangler Rubicon Recon. It was on for over two years when I finally needed to use it. It would not work. It was installed by 4-West 4X4. I replaced it with a Warn EVO. QUOTE="badgercheese, post: 875633, member: 31007"]
I wrapped up my stealth winch install. She’s as comfortable in the grocery store parking lot as she is off-road.

Smittybilt X20 10k

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[SWFLGladiator]

Installed a new to me 13000 Zeak winch with synthetic rope. Found it on OfferUp for a steal. Still awaiting my black hawse winch fairlead to arrive and finish it off. I also have DV8 LED fog lights to install, but I got rained out today.

 

[HVYMETL]

Mocking up the front bumper before getting powder coated. Shrockworks bumper utilizing factory LED fog lights. Tabs on top are for light pods which will probably get added in the future. Ordered bare metal to match the powder coat of my White Knuckle Sliders.

 

[RU_NOT_IN_2_TRAILS]

Finally got around to my project of installing the Milwaukee Packouts. Organized and bed mounted using 3/4” rubber horse stall mat allowed me to avoid drilling into body.

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