3.5" Teraflex Alpine RT3 Short Arm Lift Kit Install on a 2020 Gladiator Rubicon JT... Phase 1
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- Опубліковано 20 бер 2023
- We are working on another build project, this time it is a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon JT dubbed... "Crixus". If you're unfamiliar with the name, a quick Google search will answer some questions as to where the name originates and you'll get a quick history lesson in the process.
Once again, we gravitated towards the tried and true brand that we have utilized on so many builds prior to Crixus. Teraflex is known in the industry as a company that manufactures some of the best suspension systems out on the trails. They have been around for years and are without a doubt, industry leaders for a reason!
The products from Teraflex are well thought out in design and go through a rigorous R&D testing process. This ensures that the final product is one that Teraflex employees would feel comfortable utilizing on their personal vehicles and you can too. If you're familiar with the company, you have no doubt seen these guys out on the trails in their personal rigs and will easily see the pride they have in their rigs and the product line they represent!
To soften the ride and ensure things are smooth and comfortable on the highway as well as the trail, we'll incorporate Falcon Shocks and " Speed Bump" bump stops. As with our other builds, we have utilized the Falcon adjustable shocks and have found them to be incredibly effective in optimizing the ride quality on and off the trail.
In addition to the Teraflex components "Crixus" will be rolling with Nomad Wheels that are wrapped with 38" Patagonia M/T's from the fine folks at Milestar! Milestar is another company that we have had great success with. We've run Patagonia M/T's on one of our previous JK builds dubbed "Teracon" as well as an FC-150 that we are currently building. We have also run the Patagonia X/T on our tow rig and we've had nothing but positive experiences with all of our tires from Milestar so once again, we opted to go that route on this project.
This is the first phase of this project and in time, we'll have additional components and products that will be incorporated into Crixus. There will still be plenty to do (as with any Jeep project) that we will share but for now, we wanted to show the installation of the suspension system from Teraflex.
Thanks for checking out this initial phase of our build and we hope you'll find the information valuable and that you'll check back as we continue to build "Crixus". - Авто та транспорт
And now we know......great job; the intro was exceptional :)
We’re looking forward to connecting and hitting the trails together soon good sir!
BADASS! I want a rubicon so bad so i can put 38s on it!!!
Thank you, glad you like how it turned out!! We hope you get that Rubi on 38's!!
Awesome job. I will do my own lift install next week. With your video, should be easy now. Thanks
Hreat, we’re glad you found this helpful! Hope you like yours after the installation as much as we do.
Fantastic job Son! Coming along great!
Take care, Pop
Thanks Pop!
Jeeps JT & JL are really gorgeous vehicles. They just need to be lifted and have bigger wheels. They need at least 35's.
I agree 100%, different wheels and larger tires give them individuality and character!
Great install video!! I love the TeraFlex products and yes, the instructions are top notch!! I'm thinking of this same lift (or the CT3) for my 21-Mojave. Question, regarding the rear sway bar. Can you still fit the spare underneath with the bar going over the top of the frame? thanks!! Subscribed rot you to watch more.
Since our tire was to big to fit between the frame rails, we did not install the spare back under the vehicle.
If a person was planning on running a spare that would fit between the frame rails, I don't see any reason why the extended travel sway bar would in any way interfere.
Hope that helps, thanks for checking out the channel and our video!
Great video. Any rubbing issues or have you had to do any trimming to keep the tires from rubbings?
Glad you found it informative. No trimming needed and we have had zero clearance issues.
The 38" Milestar Patagonia M/T's actually measure out at 37" so that is certainly a factor that plays into things.
Plenty of room for travel and we're happy with the stance and articulation capabilities. Thanks for taking the time to check out our video.
I have that same color and tereflex lift on mine on 38's with KMC beadlocks. Towing our boat saggs the rear and I was thinking of adding bags. Any suggestions on the ones to get with this lift. Love the lift.
I have not installed these on any Gladiators yet but, when I had retail shops we used this brand religiously and they worked fantastic. I am actually looking at putting a set on my recently acquired Ford that we now use for most of our heavy towing.
Here is a link for the kit you should need so it may be worth checking out... www.airliftcompany.com/shop/60830
@@jeeplifestyles Thank you
Thanks for sharing this install outstanding explanation. I got a question for you what happens to your sway bar disconnect switch that still works or would be manually now
Glad you found it helpful, thank you for taking the time to check it out.
The suspension system from Teraflex includes longer sway bar disconnects for manual disconnecting but, your factory sway bar disconnect will still function the same as it did from the factory providing you have the model or platform that has the, in cab function.
The problem is the factory disconnect is unreliable. Best thing to do is install an Evo manual disconnect.
I’m curious about 40s on stock axles. Conventional wisdom is you need upgraded axles to run 40s.
Well, that depends on what "stock axles" you are referring to. I will go on the assumption that your are referring to the this build specifically.
Sticking with "conventional wisdom," bigger is always better. Especially if you are pushing your vehicle to the limits on the trails. Strength survives.
Since the JT runs the new AdvanTEK 44's which are the latest generation in the "44" line-up, they are actually stronger than previous 4k Nm versions of the Dana 44. NOW, there are a ton of variables that we could get into the weeds on from gearing, to how you intend to use your Jeep, or even what kind of terrain it will be seeing. All important factors so it's not necessarily a black/white answer.
Initially, I intended to run 40" tires on this build but at the last minute had a change of heart and went with the 38's" but, in retrospect, I wish I had gone with the 40's. My rational, I don't intend to use this build in the most extreme conditions and I'm not one that gets heavy on the throttle. Both are contributing factors on whether 40's will work on stock axles.
@@jeeplifestyles Thanks for the in depth answer, all good stuff. I’m running stock axles and 37s with a 3 1/2” Teraflex lift on my Launch Edition JTR and I do get into some narly stuff. Not a dedicated rock crawler but sometimes there are some obstacles. Over 40k miles and still loving it, good luck
@@capt.stubing5604 Absolutely, thanks for taking the time and checking out our channel.
Sounds like you have a good system and setup there, if it's not broke, no need to fix it! Happy wheeling! OIIIIIIIO
Truck looks great! Is that a 3.5” Teraflex lift?
Thank you, yes it is. We're extremely happy with how it looks and performs!
@@jeeplifestyles Right on I like the stance. I know it says 3.5” in the title just seemed taller. Going to order this kit for my gladiator.
@@ronniesontag4679 We had considered the 4.5" with 40's but are glad we went with the 3.5" and 38" Milestar Patagonia M/T's. Everything is proportionate and the Jeep has plenty of clearance, rides better than it did stock and it looks great.
We're confident that you'll love your lift and JT when it's done!
Stay tuned, we'll be releasing new videos in the coming weeks of the 2nd phase with new installs.
Do you have any review of how this well this suspension system worked?
At this point we haven't done an "after" review. What I can tell you is that in the 12 months so far, this system has only continued to impress.
I have run Teraflex products for close to 20 years on my personal as well as company rigs. For many years, off-roading was my full-time job and I have run more manufacturers' lifts than I can think of. TeraFlex has never let me down and if I ever had any questions, thoughts or concerns, the folks at TeraFlex have always been quick to respond, help and/or advise. This is why I continue to use their product line for my personal builds.
The ride is by far superior than from the factory, it looks good, it is level and has performed in every way and aspect that we could have hoped. For disclosure, this is not one of my Jeep vehicles that I take out for extreme wheeling, I have others for that but for a daily driver and occasional wheeler, I am extremely happy with how it turned out.
We will be starting a "Phase II" of the transformation soon so check back for further additional upgrades.
What Nomad wheels are these?
These are the "Loaded Nomad Wheel" P.N. 1056059
@@jeeplifestyles What is that ring y’all put on them?
@@TrailYeti Those are the "Rash Rings" that @Teraflex sells to accompany the Nomad wheels. They offer them in various colors, we purchased the black rings and painted them to match the factory color of the Jeep.
www.northridge4x4.com/part/1056014-teraflex-nomad-split-rash-ring-kit-w-hardware-red
360p video??
Yes it is, I do not know how to set it to a higher quality of 720 or 1080, open to input if you have knowledge or suggestions. It was recorded in HD.
360 P .... Why...
Ask UA-cam, when it was uploaded it was uploaded at 1080P
Sound sucks
Which part of the sound are you having trouble with? On review and during the editing, we can hear each step clearly enough.
There are a couple of sections where there is background noise (like you'll have in a shop) but we can hear just fine.