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

[kad's_Glad]

Basic primer and “bumper” paint from a rattle can. 4 light coats. Called them and was given a perfect match. Message me if you want exact paint brand etc.

The diamond plate looks really good there. Nicely done. You've planted the seed...thanks

Finished up my front bumper swap from rough country to this Arcus. May never do a winch and as most know, it’s looks pretty awful with a HUGE gaping winch opening. Fabricated a simple diamond plate cover which ended up looking pretty normal. Have some 4” lights coming today I’ll mount to the diamond plate and update.

The diamond plate looks really good. Well done. You've planted a seed...thanks

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[kad's_Glad]

The Hotheads are awesome. Installed them in my JK and saved my brain from boiling in the desert heat. And much quieter. I will be ordering some for the JT before next summer for sure!

Agreed, Hotheads are awesome. Have had them in my '16 JKU for 4 1/2 years. Still hanging in there (literally) after all that time in the hot SoCal sun and they still look great. Made a big difference in rider comfort. If the Mopar version isn't as good on the new JT I just ordered I'll be swapping in Hotheads.

 

[Aonarch]

Washed it and put the Max Toes stickers on to be a cool kid

 

[Delhux]

Finished up my front bumper swap from rough country to this Arcus. May never do a winch and as most know, it’s looks pretty awful with a HUGE gaping winch opening. Fabricated a simple diamond plate cover which ended up looking pretty normal. Have some 4” lights coming today I’ll mount to the diamond plate and update.

That looks fantastic!

Is it painted with regular matte spray paint? Or did you use bedliner or something?

 

[Jeepsh]

I waited at the dealership where I traded in my FC Red sport (8500 miles) for a SG hard top max tow(22 miles). I’ll pay a grand for that upgrade. Dealer also swapped over my Mojave take offs. Photos to come.

 

[USMC-SSGT]

That looks fantastic!

Is it painted with regular matte spray paint? Or did you use bedliner or something?

Thanks! Just a regular matte. Did multiple very light coats. I own an airbrush but years ago had a body man teach me the art of a spray bomb. Said for small projects there is not a reason in the world to bring out the equipment.

Best part is it’s removable. Looks good as is, but should I choose to add a winch in the future I just pull it. It has a piece of aluminum barstock also bolted to the underside to stiffen it and act as a light mount base.

 

[whisker]

bought this for no reason https://www.moparoriginalparts.com/sku/68227303aa.html a wheel locks

 

[Volksparts]

Got decked today

I have always wanted one of the decked setups but man they are heavy. How does the rear end up sitting? If I recall, you have to drill into the bed too right?

 

[XraytecH]

I have always wanted one of the decked setups but man they are heavy. How does the rear end up sitting? If I recall, you have to drill into the bed too right?

No drilling into the bed.

200lbs of static weight so it slightly reduces the stock rake.

 

[ecidiego]

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[NateSamJT20]

I added a compressor to one of the ammo cans.

That’s slick! Well done!

 

[Glad_he_ate]

Truck might sit 1/4 inch lower post decked. I will be lifting it this spring and putting 33s on it. I tow a 30 foot camper so I don't want to go to big on tires. I'd imagine even with 35s I'd want to regear to to that big.

 

[Aonarch]

Truck might sit 1/4 inch lower post decked. I will be lifting it this spring and putting 33s on it. I tow a 30 foot camper so I don't want to go to big on tires. I'd imagine even with 35s I'd want to regear to to that big.

People will tell you that with the diesel you don't have to regear, but I don't agree.

Just because the engine has a good amount of torque, that doesn't change the gear ratios and rolling ratios. Your drivetrain will thank you with a re-gear at 35" and above.

33s are fine.

 

[jsalbre]

Truck might sit 1/4 inch lower post decked. I will be lifting it this spring and putting 33s on it. I tow a 30 foot camper so I don't want to go to big on tires. I'd imagine even with 35s I'd want to regear to to that big.

You’re towing a 30’er with a Gladiator? What trailer is it?

 

[-miko-]

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Looks sharp. Did the Armorlite make a difference with road/tire noise through the body?

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