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

[JWest]

Awesome brother!

Just installed winch and sway bar disconnects

Check out pics!

Awesome set up!

So what’s next on your list?

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[dwayneturner70]

I installed the Vision-X back-up lights.

How did you disassemble the rear bumper to install those? Did you have to remove the bumper? is the tow hitch attached?

 

[MACulberson]

Looks nice. Looks like you are plugged into trailer plug to power the lights?

Yes. It's a temporary fix until I can find out which wire in the tail lamp assembly is the reverse wire. I want my lights to come on automatically when I shift to reverse.

 

[MACulberson]

How did you disassemble the rear bumper to install those? Did you have to remove the bumper? is the tow hitch attached?

There are three 7mm bolts holding each reflector and they're not really that hard to get to. Bumper stays on. Yes, I have a hitch on my truck.

 

[@californiajeeping]

Got it home and threw the 35s on it. Max tow with no lift and bfg ko2 fit perfect. Removed the winglet thingies and it fits goood. Looks factory

 

[kajunkahuna]

Added N-Fab steps, Badlands winch, window shades, and latch on cover to slow down someone from borrowing anything in the bed.

 

[kosmos]

Finished up a custom HAM Radio Bracket for the Builtright Gladiator rail kit.
This will be used to hold a Yaesu ATAS-120 HF antenna - will get that installed later.

Used 3 X 3 X 1/4" Stainless steel angle - this will not flex or move. Really good solid mount for a big HF mobile antenna.

Stainless Steel 3X3X1/4" Angle Bracket

Antenna Bracket and Antenna Mount


HAM Radio Antenna Mount
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More photos in the gallery.

 

[capercrew02]

Great install! Perfect for heavy antennas like you mentioned, I did a lightweight install on the cowling for my dual bander.

Finished up a custom HAM Radio Bracket for the Builtright Gladiator rail kit.
This will be used to hold a Yaesu ATAS-120 HF antenna - will get that installed later.

Used 3 X 3 X 1/4" Stainless steel angle - this will not flex or move. Really good solid mount for a big HF mobile antenna.

Stainless Steel 3X3X1/4" Angle Bracket

Antenna Bracket and Antenna Mount


HAM Radio Antenna Mount
​

More photos in the gallery.

 

[Texops]

Installed Mopar cowel light mounts & 4” 360 rigid spots, & fog lights on the front bumper.
Also my portable ARB twin is now onboard under passenger seat. Waiting on a few fittings to install my air up down system for each wheel well

 

[@californiajeeping]

Got a set of Rubicon sliders for 100$ with hardware at WFO CONCEPTS here in Auburn.

Exactly what I needed. Working on finding a set of Rubicon fox shocks. Got a spacer lift coming need a bed mat. All the basics.

 

[TheHops]

Installed Mopar cowel light mounts & 4” 360 rigid spots, & fog lights on the front bumper.
Also my portable ARB twin is now onboard under passenger seat. Waiting on a few fittings to install my air up down system for each wheel well

Looks good. I just finished installing my Innovative JK Products kit myself yesterday.

Just curious: How did you decide to run your wiring? Did you go out through the passenger floor drain plug?

 

[Gren71]

I got the works. With Paint correction and Guaranteed 5year Ceramic Coat, all trim, glass, 12 prepaid maintenance trips to freshen it up and sales tax it was pretty steep at $2200 . A 2 year ceramic without the maintenance was around $1100. YMMV since it’s black (the worst) it took a fair amount of paint correction. I saw it under the lights. Also regional differences

awesome, thanks!! I also have black...glad to know its not just me that thinks the paint is thin and easy to scratch

 

[OkieGladiator]

Installed N Fab steps, 20x10 Fuel wheels with 35” Nitto’s, and a 2.5” lift.

 

[Texops]

Looks good. I just finished installing my Innovative JK Products kit myself yesterday.

Just curious: How did you decide to run your wiring? Did you go out through the passenger floor drain plug?

Yes & up the firewall using the portable cable line

 

[Greg75]

About to press the button on this...I see that the clips add 2.5" so if I were to put a tent...that would measure 20.5" above my head? (Trying to reduce the knugget knocking ) does that sound right you think?

Looks awesome btw

Just seeing this. On mine, the top of the rack is now about 75" off the ground, which would mean that you should be okay unless you're taller than 6" 3" and refuse to bend. I'm 6' 1" and the likely addition of a tent or awning was part of my reasoning when I chose the 18" (20.5') version over the 14" (16.5'). Also, I prefer having more room for rack-mounted items and bed storage as well as keeping the unobstructed view out the back window.

I do recommend the rack. It's been very solid and I agree that it looks good. Thank you.

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