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Grand Exploration
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Приєднався 16 лис 2021
My Name is Jon, I am an Overland enthusiast and this Channel is all about exploring Gods magnificent creations in my Jeep and getting a bit dirty doing it. My love for the outdoors inspired me to start building an Off-road capable 2015 Grand Cherokee and it’s been a blast every step of the way. I hope all that stumble upon my channel enjoy the show.
Reaching The Heavens/Another Jeep Grand Cherokee Off-Road Adventure
Roslyn Washington is still one of my favorite places to go wheeling. Specifically Fortune Creek trail. The difficulty level changes with the seasons and let me tell ya, we got them all. follow along for this epic off-road adventure as what we thought was going to be a calm, warm, dry day for wheeling turns into a snowy recovery session. It was all worth it in the end.
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Zoleo cradle kit- amzn.to/41inRgV
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Bluettie EB55 700W Power Bank- amzn.to/3Ikcizt
Midland GMRS Radio- amzn.to/3nLcwZ4
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RRO UPPER CONTROL ARMS www.rocky-road.com/wk2-control-arm.html
Dobinson IMS 2.5” lift kit- www.dobinsonsdirect.com/products/dobinsons-ims-lift-kit-for-jeep-grand-cherokee-wk2-2011-on?rq=mk_jeep~md_grand-cherokee-wk2-laredo-limited-overland-will-not-suit-vehicles-equipped-with-quadra-lift~yr_2011-2022
Chief products Lower Front Guard- usa.chiefproducts.com.au/products/wk2-lower-front-guard
Offroad Animal rock sliders- offroadanimal.com/rock-slider-rails-grand-cherokee-wk2-2011-2021/
6monkeys skid plate bundle- 6monkeys.net/shop/ols/products/6-monkeys-steel-undercarriage-protection
6monkeys driver side molle panel- 6monkeys.net/shop/ols/products/wk2-molle-kicker-panels-2011-2021
6monkeys Ditch light brackets- 6monkeys.net/shop/ols/products/ditch-light-brackets
Titan Accessories 1.5” wheel spacers- www.titanwheelaccessories.com/products/1-5-titan-wheel-spacers-for-jeep-grand-cherokee-wrangler-5x5-71-5-hubcentric-14x1-5-studs
#overland #jeepgrandcherokee #grandx #offroad4x4 #wk2 #snowwheeling
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6monkeys Tire carrier: 6monkeys.net/shop/ols/products/6-monkeys-tire-swing
10% Discount use code: grandx
COIL/SPRING COMPRESSORS:amzn.to/3wKltGl
Fire Maple Camp Stove: amzn.to/430X1MJ
BWOODY LATERAL TOE ARMS: www.bwoodyperformance.com/proddetail.php?prod=510.4080
ALLPOWERS 10% DISCOUNT CODE: Grand Exploration
ALLPOWERS S2000+SOLAR BUNDLE:iallpowers.com/products/allpowers-s2000-solar-generator-portable-power-station-2000w-1500wh-with-sp033-200w-solar-panel?variant=43450311409817
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PATREON: patreon.com/GrandExploration?Link&
AGENCY 6 WINCH HOOK: amzn.to/48uJuiD
CHIEF PRODUCTS WINCH MOUNT: usa.chiefproducts.com.au/products/wk2-hidden-winch-mount
OPENROAD WINCH: amzn.to/3Hje3vO
SIX MONKEYS OFF-ROAD:6monkeys.net
AMAZON AFFILIATE Links
AUXBEAM 3” POD LIGHTS: amzn.to/3PFftpd
Griots Buffer amzn.to/47l8J6I
Griots wool buff pads amzn.to/458MmQ2
Griots synthetic clay bar amzn.to/43WotKL
Griots correcting cream amzn.to/3qkh61R
WK2 Fender amzn.to/3OjRfza
WeBoost Antenna folding mount-amzn.to/46xBSeN
Fridge slide for drawer system-amzn.to/3XKdVN5
Highlight jack base plate- amzn.to/43pVv5W
12ton Bottle jack- amzn.to/3ozmXzs
Cross bars- amzn.to/45nVyRo
KCWire hiders - amzn.to/42Kvb6n
We Boost Sleek OTR- amzn.to/3McNPOJ
Zoleo satellite communicator- amzn.to/3MeRZ8A
Zoleo cradle kit- amzn.to/41inRgV
Folding mount for we boost antenna- amzn.to/41o2hYo
Bluettie EB55 700W Power Bank- amzn.to/3Ikcizt
Midland GMRS Radio- amzn.to/3nLcwZ4
Rola Rack- amzn.to/3LP1ji7
Jerry Can/Gas can- amzn.to/44XUAeK
Jerry can holder- amzn.to/3HYTjtT
Rotopax gas can- amzn.to/3nEefzC
Traction Boards- amzn.to/3LOf40x
Rough Country 30” Black series curved light bar- amzn.to/3LIgUQs
Vehicle fridge slide mount- amzn.to/3LP0LJa
Vehicle Refrigerator- amzn.to/3HYxeeS
Rough Country 2” ditch lights- amzn.to/44NVkmE
iPad mount- amzn.to/3VWu8hu
6 gang Switch panel- amzn.to/3prNP4w
ARB compressor- amzn.to/3HX3G18
M Auto blacked out headlight assembly- amzn.to/3piXs5k
Fog lights- amzn.to/42lb3HT
Recovery straps- amzn.to/3ppLsz6
amzn.to/3ptCVLG
NON AFFILIATED Links (Things not on Amazon)
RRO UPPER CONTROL ARMS www.rocky-road.com/wk2-control-arm.html
Dobinson IMS 2.5” lift kit- www.dobinsonsdirect.com/products/dobinsons-ims-lift-kit-for-jeep-grand-cherokee-wk2-2011-on?rq=mk_jeep~md_grand-cherokee-wk2-laredo-limited-overland-will-not-suit-vehicles-equipped-with-quadra-lift~yr_2011-2022
Chief products Lower Front Guard- usa.chiefproducts.com.au/products/wk2-lower-front-guard
Offroad Animal rock sliders- offroadanimal.com/rock-slider-rails-grand-cherokee-wk2-2011-2021/
6monkeys skid plate bundle- 6monkeys.net/shop/ols/products/6-monkeys-steel-undercarriage-protection
6monkeys driver side molle panel- 6monkeys.net/shop/ols/products/wk2-molle-kicker-panels-2011-2021
6monkeys Ditch light brackets- 6monkeys.net/shop/ols/products/ditch-light-brackets
Titan Accessories 1.5” wheel spacers- www.titanwheelaccessories.com/products/1-5-titan-wheel-spacers-for-jeep-grand-cherokee-wrangler-5x5-71-5-hubcentric-14x1-5-studs
#overland #jeepgrandcherokee #grandx #offroad4x4 #wk2 #snowwheeling
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I need those exact swaybar links extended lol what’s the part number so I can order it from your website?
Product Id. 260.4001 bwoody swaybar links. Select ext. in drop down bar. I wish I could sell them to you haha. Gotta get them in Bwoodys site
Bravo Jon! Another magnificent scenery, great adventure! The best aspect of what Jeep life is about. Keep inspiring u!! 💪💪
Thank you 🙏 thank you so much
I have a 2023 Grand Cherokee Altitude and I would LOVE to have a lift on my Granny!!!!! 🔥💣💥
They are starting to make more and more aftermarket things for the WL. They look great on big tires and a lift
How many miles at failure? I just bought a 2014 WK2 Limited with the 3.6 @ 128,000 . Hope I didn’t just make a mistake
I was at 107k. It’s all about how the Jeep was treated man. It’s very important to let these engines warm up because every start is a dry start. Also I did a lot of mudding so that could be a culprit too. Letting the mud stay on too long and not allowing the engine to cool properly. I don’t know if it’s just going to happen because of it being a wk2. But for sure let these engines warm up and get oil running before you put it in drive
awesome
What wheels are on the silver Jeep? 5:54 They look like Jeep brand wheels but I don’t remember them being an option on the WK2.
I figured it out. They’re JK Rubicon wheels. I didn’t realize they had the same lug pattern.
I’m not 100% sure. They might be one of the wrangler models wheels. Like the Willy’s
CV clicking at 16:00? Those mountain views never get old! I'll take those over cornfields any day!
Haha. It was clicking at more than 16:00. It’s time for new ones. They are the original cvs and they don’t like the new lift
On inclines
Amazing that a WK2 has the capability to perform like this, yet with the family, on the highway at 70 mph, it's as comfortable as sitting in your living room. My '04 WJ only has 2" lift and (equivalent to) 31s -- making it a very capable off-roader, and almost everyone that rides in it comments about the comfort, the smooth and the quiet.
They are very comfortable rigs for sure and can take you party mj everywhere oh want to go.
I love all types of wheeling from trail rides to crazy rock crawling. The one thing that is the same is the views and secery for sure. Beaitiful!!!👍👍👍
Very true!
Does your WK2 have 4 low?
Yes it does have 4 low
@@GrandExploration nice!!
I like the 2 sided option of fridge/ freezer.
It’s a pretty cool fridge I think. Definitely can adjust it to your needs
Locker(s) might help you reduce adding additional depth of the trail ruts. 😅
This is a true statement
I really enjoy your videos! I just purchased my first jeep a '15 Grand Cherokee and love it so far. Did you put a cat-back exhaust on yours?
Thank you!!!🙏 and no. All I did was cut the big pumpkin muffler off the back so that it wasn’t exposed when I chopped my bumper shorter
@@GrandExploration ah i see! Thanks for the reply, im looking forward to more of your videos!
Gorgeous scenery, I know you all were having a blast! God bless and love your content, I can tell you put your heart into it!
Thank you! Means the world. We had a great time!
What mount is that for your phone and iPad? Would it fit a keep compass dash? They are pretty much the same..
I use pro clips USA. And the for the I pad I use the same mount but purchased an Amazon iPad adjustable arm to mount to that. If you go on pro clips website you can put your vehicle info in and it will tell you what will work for yours.
@@GrandExploration thanks!! Thanks!
WOW! Beautiful!!! THAT Snow though--- Gramma mighta needed to be wearing her Depends on that mess! This Old Southern Gal don't do snow gladly t'all! But WHAT A View!!!!
Hahaha. I love snow but I hate spring snow. Big difference between winter snow and spring snow. Sloppy slippery mess
Nice riding💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Thanks ✌
cheers brother from Poland, wk2 driver here 🤟
Welcome and thanks for watching!
Sorry bro but where u get them headlights with the clear lenses inside ?
They were actually an amazing purchase. They are just blacked out on the inside. But you need to seal them yourself. I believe the link is in the description to my videos
I just wish the new Cherokee's had better approach angles, unibody and solid axles.
You can achieve the approach angle. But yes all those would be a dream but it makes things more interesting lol
Rocky Road lift?
No sir that is a Dobinsons full suspension lift
Hell yeah let's link up sometime man! I live right across the river from PDX in the hills. You ever drive Jones Creek over here? It's a nice easy trail with awesome views!
That’s awesome and no I can’t say I have been on that trail. I’m up in Seattle.
@@GrandExploration Nice! Hit me up if you ever make it down south! I daily a WK2 too. ✌
@@automobuilds if you have IG dm me @grand_exploration
This is how they should have come from the factory.
Nice job on the walkthrough! That jeep is Sick. What trim is your WK?
Hey thanks! She’s has changed quite a bit since this video. She’s a 2015 wk2 limited with QT2 system.
Looks like it had usb outlets below the panel as well. Nice fridge man
Yes I missed that in the vid. So far it seems like a cool fridge
Thumps up
Nice!
I just bought a grand Cherokee in Australia ready for some grand exploration 🎉🎉
Let’s Go!!!!
looking to get those tires on my jeep, do you recommend them? how bad is the noise onroad?
I love the Yokohamas. Man they do great. I can hear them but they are probably the quietest MT you can find. My wife is sensitive to the sounds and it doesn’t bother her one bit
@@GrandExploration thanks for the info, at how many psi are you running them?
Do them 33 rub on turns ??
With a 3” lift they do on and off road. This video was before my 3” lift tho. It did okay on road but not offroad
@@GrandExploration awesome. My brother is going to do a 2.5 lift and wants to put bigger tires. Just wanted to know what size is best or what is the biggest size he can run. It’s more for stance and looks. Very minor off road.
@@pulpo.r7790 I meant to say with the 3” lift they don’t. Only a little off-road. I’m running 275/70 18. 33.2 with a 1.75” spacer
I recently had the same problem. Couldn’t get an OEM from the dealer for close to two months. Burned through two after markets before Jeep had thermostats available. Major pain in the ass!
That’s awful. I wonder how long this one will last me.
@@GrandExploration Perhaps you can help with this? Chief customer service hasn’t been very helpful. I also have a 2015 GC. I have installed the off road animal bash plate, tow points and nudge bar. Would you have an opinion on if the Chief lower front bumper guard will fit with my setup without any cutting or bending? 🤔
@@lazib008el5 ooohh. I’m not too familiar with the off-road animal bash but most bash plates all line up to the same bolt holes on the front of the Jeep if that’s the case then the chief guard should work fine because it lines up with the same holes and sandwiches the bash plate. I think worse case, you may have to drill a couple of your own holes to line up. I could ask my buddy Daniel with 6 monkeys. He would know better. If you want to DM me on IG and I can get back to you.
@@GrandExploration This is as close to social media as i get. lol.. The bash plate lining up should be no problem. I was more concerned about where the tow points protrude out. The bracket for the nudge bar bolts onto the tow point outer side. Was wondering if the openings on the Chief lower will be wide enough for the tow points and bracket to fit through without cutting the Chief lower. I do like the look of that Chief lower just by itself, no plastic. 👍🏻
@@lazib008el5 I know that chief does their nudge bar brackets similar to that where they kind of bend outwards and the hooks bolt under it and there’s enough space for that but honestly I’m not completely sure about the off-road animal one.
I just did this… twice. Plus the radiator and the water pump lol. Also I purchased a duralast thermostat and has them both have issues :( ended up getting a premium one from orielly and that one seems to be fine
I heard these thermos are crap
I can confirm they are crap haha 😂 I should probably still get an oem one but I’m kind a lazy lol.
I bought and built up a 2004 TJ Rubicon and have been driving it for 20 years. My wife and I are retired and we wanted a cushy ride with lots of covered space. We recently purchased a 2015 GC Summit and love it so far.. We live in the woods in snow country and are looking forward to having a nice vehicle for winter driving on our snowy icy roads. I have a snow plow on my Rubicon and a Dodge Dakota 4x4 for hauling. So many features on the GC it is going to take some time to figure them all out.
That’s awesome!!!! Yes a lot of bells and whistles I don’t use haha
Did the new thermostat do the trick?
It did. Working fine so far
If it's not a Mopar OEM you're going to have the same problem in a few months.
I had to get it swapped last min. I have an OEM one but they sent much better
I’m a recent sub to your channel.. I recently bought a 2018 compass trail hawk… and am going to try to mod my compass to y’all’s grand Cherokees.. looking forward to your videos..
Not new to Overlanding… have a Lexus GX 470 that is modded out.. just wanted a new challenge..
@@cootie181 that’s awesome man! Glad to have you. Would love to see the build when you’re done.
Whatever the issue I’m really hoping to get it fixed and can get back out on the trail for some more adventure.
You can use a pair of vice grips or a special tool for pinching off that upper radiator hose so you loose less fluid when you remove it from the thermostat housing.
Thank you that would have been smart
More than likely, it’s not your thermostat it’s your temperature switch for a second fan
Seems to be good now
grateful for these how to vids!
Glad to hear. I always wonder if people care about them
It looks like you now have very well-stocked equipment on board. Leave nothing to chance and be prepared for everything. As far as possible. Especially when you are traveling alone.
I always have that feeling of anxiety when out alone. I bring as much stuff as I can. Sometimes too much. Even spare light bulbs haha
Awesome Trail! Great Pictures! That is Fun! Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
I'd love to go wheeling with you guys someday.
Send me a message on instagram @grand_exploration
I have the same Grand Cherokee and just need to go pick up my new tires so we can offroad. Otherwise a stock 2016 Limited. Thinking 2.5" lift or waiting to get a Wrangler. Don't want to sink too much in... or do I? I appreciate your videos to help decide. I've done trails in a RZR and a few rental Rubicons that I wouldn't want to do in my own daily driver Grand Cherokee. I'll make sure I don't plan a tougher trail. I don't think I'd do what you do, but for sure love to see you do it!!! Much respect.
Thank you. I appreciate it. I love pushing the limits of the wk2 and building it to take on more. I’m running a little over a 3” lift. But I do plan on getting another rig to add to the lineup. Most likely something straight axle
@@GrandExploration That'll be sweet. I keep my eye on older Wranglers in the Kansas City area. We're between Colorado and the Ozarks and alternate directions each year. We're heading to the Ozarks this year. Another rig would be nice... behind an RV... sooner than later I hope.
I love this body style but prefer the 99-04 WJ Grand Cherokees. Very capable offroad vehicles.
They are very capable I agree
15:44 smart
I’m also super new to over landing have a 2017 3.6! Those mud tires look menacing man haha I think I’m gonna go nitto.
I ran nitto for a while. They are awesome tires.
@@GrandExploration I was worried to have a decent tire I’d have to upgrade my wheels but the budget can only justify tires and a lift at the moment. Your channels really helpful bro 🙏
@@robmock2296 that’s great hear. Yea I would say your priorities are good. Those are more important. The stock wheel ls work great even if aired down. I’ve ran my stocks at 8psi in the snow and normally 15 to 18 on trails. The bead is pretty strong on the stock wheels
@@GrandExploration you’re the man thanks big dog 💪
@@robmock2296 you know it. Appreciate it
Looks dope... Good detailed video. Keep it up. 👍🏼
Thank you 🙏
I did not use that air bleeder. It bled it self when driving. The radiator change you made look way easier than the last video i watched. The other guy was unhooking condenser and bunch of other stuff. I do not think i have a leak . I can smell coolant but it's probably from my last coolant change. I sprobably spilled it over stuff😮 but it's good to know it's doable on driveway
Haha yea it was pretty simple. I heard it can bleed itself but sometimes you might experience little air bubbles raise the temp a bit.
Man you knocked it down! It looks great, really nice work.
Thank you!!!