Why Don't I Have a Dual Battery System in My Jeep Gladiator? - Garage Coffee ep. 3
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Why am I not running a dual battery system? Why don’t I have beadlocks on my Jeep anymore? What are the top 3 upgrades I’ve done to my Gladiator. Those questions answered and more on this episode of TrailRecon Garage Coffee.
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I have a 2021 power wagon. I have been watching your videos forever. You have saved me so much money! From not getting onboard air, to this dual battery thing. You name it. I cannot thank you enough for spending money, than giving empirical evidence on why I shouldn’t. You are the f”$&ing man. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your input and experience on all things Overlanding.
26 yrs, wow. Thank you for your families service & sacrifice.
Would love to see the Gladiators come with integrated camper style options instead of cab and bed. And of course some sort of Hemi.
Just watched and liked the video, (as always) and stayed till the end where you talked about the badge of honor program Jeep has. It’s a really neat program for all of us Jeep owners. I recently bought a 98 Jeep Xj and my badges from my trip to Moab will be here tomorrow! There’s no community like the Off-road/Overland community.
I considered going the dual battery mostly for my cooler. However after doing some research I decided to first try an Odyssey Extreme when the OEM battery in my 2017 JK died. I installed an Odyssey Extreme group 34R and it will run my cooler for well over 12 hours in the most extreme heat and there is still sufficient voltage to start the engine. Yes the Odyssey Extreme is expensive but cheaper than 2 qualities batteries and the dual battery conversion kit. Many years ago I had a dual battery setup on my 1980 CJ 5. This was mostly for my winch but batteries have improved a lot since the 1980’s. Yes I carry a small jump start battery just in case.
1:18 Rig of the Week
2:20 What is your favorite rig walk around?
3:16 What have been the options for how to stay in touch with your wife when you are off the grid?
4:31 Would you be camping out during the quarantine?
5:17 Any plans for new axles on the JT?
6:05 Are you fitting a 38' spare under the Gladiator?
6:47 Pros/Cons for electric tent heaters
8:02 What upgrade do you wish you never did to the JK and why?
8:56 What are your thoughts on a dual battery vs a power station?
10:34 What's your favorite Jeep?
11:22 When are you lifting the Wife's JL?
12:07 If you could have any engine in a Jeep what would it be?
12:29 Do you think the electronics that come with newer Jeeps will become a hindrance?
13:41 What is the best first off-roader? A Wranger TJ or Cherokee XJ for a high school student?
14:50 Is there anything you wish you did to help with the transition out [of the military]?
16:40 What are the reasons for changing from a beadlock wheeler to a normal one?
18:18 If your ball joins wear out what brand would you go for a replacement?
18:52 What are the top mods you have done to the Gladiator?
20:20 What was your first experience hitting the dirt that got you into 4-wheeling?
21:46 If money wasnt a factor what would be your dream build for your Gladiator?
20:22 What is your long term goal with E3 overland?
24:05 Best coffee?
24:47 What are the top 3 lessons learned from trailriding and overlanding?
26:37 What type of cabinets are in your garage?
27:10 When can we go camp with you?
28:27 Can you talk a little bit about your Jeep badge of honors?
29:22 Closing
Thank you soooooooo much!!!!!!!
Thank you. This post needs to be pinned to the top. It also deserves more likes than the actual video.
Thanks!
Yeah, nice job, he should be paying you for this so I don't have to listen to all the other BS first. Also thank you Ublocker for removing all the ads.
Thanks. I was actually looking for the topic of the title: dual battery.
Great call on the R.S.E. rock slider for your wife's Jeep. She will love it!
I'm really enjoying this video series. It's a great way to pass some time during quarantine and it's great to hear some of your stories Brad. Thank you for being responsible and hunkering down like the majority of us.
Thanks for all of your insight, much appreciated.
Great advice to our brother that will be transitioning in 3. You can never start networking too soon for your transition, I work with a lot of service members in assisting them w/that. Thanks for sharing your story, a great anecdote on how to do it effectively. S/F shipmate
Wish a jeep guy like Brad was one of my neighbors - would have had some help installing my roof rack yesterday (random thought). Thanks for keeping the good content coming during this time.
Staying home vs. outdoors during lockdown. Outof your mind
Master Chief! A shipmate here. AD2 back in 2006. Let me send you some puertorrican cofee! I do have a question also about the suspension. Cheers man!
Thanks to you Brad,this quarantine is much better and easier with you. Many thanks and stay safe.
One of the big reasons for a dual battery in the JL/JT is that the factory battery system is a defective poorly engineered 1.5 battery setup which leads to failures, the dual battery setup can mitigate this
even when things are calmed down and you're able to return to the outdoors, i would love to see this format of video to remain on a monthly basis. ive really enjoyed this garage coffee! you just need a new intro animation for these! keep up the great work, Brad!
If you could score a Hellephant motor for an SJ, that would be unbelievable. It would be old enough to put in, even in CA
Its funny because the 'mud caves' anza borrego area got me into wheeling. I had a 2017 ram rebel when I first went. I ended up flipping it out there, poor line planning and in-experience caused it. but that got me hooked. a few weeks later I went and bought a 2020 Jeep Gladiator rubicon, and I couldn't be happier. Cant wait for the day when I meet you and the boys one day.
Brad, as I suggested on another of your videos, for a classic Jeep look at a 1966-1971 CJ6 with the Buick 225 V6. They're dirt simple and have decent room for gear. If you're really getting a Cherokee Chief look at 1970-1974. Strip all the smog stuff off and install a TBI F.I. Also look into swapping out the Quadatrac T-case for a Dana 300.
Transiting out of the Military 🤪👍. I remember my Transition was Just after returning from Combat I was standing Guard Duty at an Armory, the Officer Of The Day OOD was checking my post and just noticed my EAS was up that same day 😉👍, then found myself a few hours latter on an Airplane to freedom 🤦♂️🤣👍. Today I always find myself laughing when I here about transition into civilian life because I sure wish I had been so spoiled 👍!
Well thats for the softer people...
Congratulations on the videos! I have a 2012 JEEP wrangler here in Brazil and I share many beliefs with you, including a strong black coffee!
I just watched this for the 5th or 6th time...
At 11:55 you say you're going to wait a couple of weeks until things open up, people get back to work, etc., that shows how optimistic you are! Did you ever get the step for your wife's Jeep?
Hey Brad, you are a great man. I have watched many videos of your channel. They are amazing. Learned a lot from your cool experiences. Thanks
This channel is pure gold!! Keep up all the good work!
Much appreciated!
Brad, thanks for keeping everyone entertained with your videos during the lockdown. Question: what was the first overland trip you took in state and out of state, and is there a place you recommend in Southern California for a first overlanding trip?
Just ordered my Rock Slide Engineer slides with body armor and lights from Northridge 4x4 for my JKU. Looking forward to installing it got more parts coming for when I finally go home. Really enjoying this series and the other one it's something I look forward to out on the road.
ROFL! Just after you answered that question about your favorite coffee (Black Rifle Coffee Co.), my UA-cam feed cut away for an ad -- for Black Rifle Coffee Co!
Toyota owner here, but I love the videos man!
@@simonknock4150 Awesome to hear! Fj owner as well!
Coffee follow question for you... How coming the inside of your cup looks clean?
Really enjoy your channel: come away a bit smarter and feel inspired to try new things out there. Looking at my 1st dedicated over-landing rig (currently a 97 TJ on 33" is my DD and weekend getaway rig). I REALLY want a Gladiator (because its a Jeep thing), but I can't make the weight work safely. As I look at the kit I'll likely carry (RTT, bigger refrigerator, more water and fuel, etc.) I quickly to get be about 300# over GVWR (w/ 2 adults, 1 teen, and 2 dogs). The Tacoma is even worse. The Ranger is the only one even close - and that's
Hi Brad,
Have you thought of overlanding in a motorcycles such as BMW Adventure bike or KTM or even Honda Africa twin bike ?
You should think of that because it is way much fun than a cars
Always awesome thanks brother Brad!!! 👍👊
Brad, great "coffee talk" . More please. Question: have you added any extra cooling such as transmission coolers or power steering coolers to any of your vehicles ?
I didn't realize you were a Master Squid!
Brad, don't worry brother, it's not 'grey'. It's 'Metallic Blonde'. And the best coffee is Goat Locker coffee ;-)
Brad, I am looking for the coffee one take where you went into a little more detail about your military background. Do you know off the top of your head which video that happens to be?
For a classic rig you should build an original Jeep Gladiator I think that It would be really cool
What are the best first upgrades for a tj! In your opinion,please keep making videos
If you had to chose a different brand of car manufacturer to make a build on Land Rover, Toyota, etc witch brand would u choose?
I am waiting for the diesel JT to come out, but I can't seem to find enough info on the engine, would prefer to have a cummings cat or Detroit and I am scared about a Jeep diesel
Hey Brad! You have said you are a classic car guy and a hot rod guy, what’s your favorite hot rod/classic car? Thanks for the awesome content!
Do know much about a Jeepster? My classmate in high school dad had a yellow jeepster in the early 70's.
Best UA-camr by far! 🙌🏻
Try 129 Coffee. You will love it
What kind of coffee you like? Cream & sugar? Black?
Question: how do you powet most of your stuff at camp?
Thanks!
Great video! Your favorite motor a Hellcat in a Wagoneer. Check out Black Mountain I'm sure Dennis Collins can hook you up with one but they are pricey $$$$$.
Hey brad, I enjoy your videos very much. Have you seen the Maximus 1000 Jeep gladiator v8 from Hennessy performance? What do you think of the modification they have done on that gladiator?
Brad, have you tried using your Gaia APP through Apple/Google car play in your Gladiator rather than using the iPad?
Hi Brad
Love the channel! Just had a quick question for those of us who want to go from a factory tire to a size larger (ie 33’s to 35’s)
Is there any reprogramming that we have to do to the vehicle to have it adjust to the larger wheels for the speedometer to work correctly? Thanks!
Hey Brad, love watching your channel! What do you do with old parts that you replace? Do you save them for later or sell them to make a little money back?
I Really enjoy your channel. Is Jeep missing an opportunity with the Jeep Wrangler Africa Concept vehicle introduced in 2015? Has anyone made their own version? With the gladiator out and diesel (or gas) could be a lot easier. Great look! Your thoughts.
Thanks,
Ed
I love my 2020 firecracker red gladiator rubicon
If you drive a Jeep TJ 4.0l would you run a cold air intake or keep the stock air intake box?
Good morning brad! I hope all is well with you and the fam. I’ve enjoyed your new approach of making the best of it in these quarantine times with the garage coffee and answering viewers questions. I like that you address that routine maintenance is major priority before and after your o
ff-road trip or road trip in general, including fluid levels and torque specs. I’m not sure if this is already available or not, but I thought a quick reference guide/s (laminated flash cards) of torque specs and bolt for jeeps and other vehicles to keep in the glove compartment for shake down bolt checks. Of course this opens a can of worms for many many numbers for component of many vehicles, especially when aftermarket components have been installed, but I though it would be cool to have. It could also be good information content for the E3 network. Here is something if found on northridge 4x4.
www.northridge4x4.com/pages/quick-reference-chart
If you use this on your garage coffee questions:
From:
John H. Beaumont, Texas
Hey Brad, before and after your road trips, what do you use to reference for your steering and suspension components torques specs?
Hey Brad, are you done with the trailer gig, or did you adopt the patriot?
Hey Brad, I'm your next edition of garage coffee could you answer the question are you going to keep the PCOR trailer and if so will you color match the paint to the Jt or the Jk or leave it as is. Thanks.
Please Please do a review on the Garmin. When you pair with your phone, can your phone still get to maps?
Brad, I have recently got purchased my first Jeep and its a Gladiator. You have made me want to get into Overlanding BAD!! Lol What type of coffee are you drinking?
Congrats on the new Jeep! I'm not picky about my coffee, just like it black.
TrailRecon thank you!! I would like to send you some coffee if possible. I am part of a coffee company who empowers veterans and you can only purchase the coffee from veterans. It’s called Scars and Stripes Coffee. Let me know if I can send you a bag to try.
usn, me too, 1977/1981 a snipe on a ff1064,...how about yourself mate ?
How do you like the 2.0L ? Thanks
As an SJ owner, I want to advise you to look hard. Good unmolested rigs are still out there. Bring your wallet. You will be disappointed on just how little aftermarket support they have compared to the little jeeps (TJ,JK etc) The classic jeeps have issues as well, spark boxes, power wires into the regulator in the dash burning and poor quality control. That being said there's nothing like the old SJ's, mine gets a lot of attention just be prepared to have it called a scout or a bronco to those that don't know that jeep used to make big stuff :)
Another great video. My question is does your Gladiator or your wife’s Jl have a steering wondering problem and if yes how did you fix it?
Hey Brad! Great videos, as usual!
After the lift and new tires size, is it worth it to re-gear your JK (money/benefits)? Cheers man!
Hello Brad! I really enjoy your channel.
I think my question might be too basic but I would really like to read (or see) your opinion
I’m planning to buy a two door Jeep Rubicon, if I want to upgrade the tires to 37’s....Do you recommend me to go with the “Teraflex heavy duty tire carrier” or select the “Hinge-Gate Reinforcement by Mopar”? Also, What kind of upgrades do you recommend to get from the factory?
Thank you in advance
Freddy A.
What assortment of spare parts do you bring on a longer trip ,like the Utah trip ? For instance , I always take a CV and all of my U-Joints...( IFS life)
Where/when/how did you meet Marco?
What do you recommend as a good starter overland build to someone just getting into it with not much money?
(Name is pronounced how it looks)
Hi Parker, Brad mentioned the perfect starter vehicle for overlanding (traveling off-road), and they are decent enough for off-roading (technical 4x4) too, and that is the Jeep XJ. I always recommend them to people. The ones between 1987 and 2001 with the 4.0 straight-six are very decent vehicles. They have enough room to carry your gear and are nimble enough off road. And there are shed loads of spares and kit made for them. There is even an entire Baja racing class just for them! Just like any vehicle purchase, make sure you get a good one. Dirt cheap ones are cheap for a reason. Best of luck and see you out there!
I know this is going to sound like naval blasphemy... I don't like coffee.. I started disliking the smell of coffee when the chiefs in the goat locker would leave it burning, smelling up the whole ship... Lol.. the smell would permeate the whole ship , even making it into the main engine room through the ventilation fans.. love your show.. keep up the good work
8.57 😬
when this the electronics going to be a problem w/jeep. 5-10yrs ha! mine yr 1. zero help fca.
Don't use the emergency alert tone please
What are your opinions on classic Toyota’s being better than Jeeps???
I have a question: why do jeep ppl never ever do any performance mods, besides CAI, like headers, turbo etc ?!
Diminishing returns I imagine. How fast do you need your trail rig? How much fuel do you wanna waste with go fast stuff? How much more will you need to carry? Can you go to any parts store to repair that go fast stuff? Stock stuff is easier to deal with on the trail, and if you break it someone might have a spare with them. Not much chance of that if your powerplant is modded out. If that makes sense? Now the rock racers and buggies? oh yeah all kinds of power adders, but those are trailer queens the rest of the time.
Psyberdream
I agree with you, and disagree in the sane time, jeep ppl having heavy 37’s, steel bumbers, roof racks, yet no one even tune thier rig for anything !!?
Power adders are cool, my question is why no bolts on and a tune!?
@@Ali-bz9gd i have seen some, on the 3.8 in the jk a pretty common bolt on is a supercharger, though tbh the 3.8 is still pretty gutless even with it. Litebrite ran one on a jl and it slagged the motor. On my j10 I have done upgrades less for power and more for reliability, holley 4160 carb, edelbrock intake,cam,timing set. Converting to HEI Ignition on constant fuel. Performance for me increased but my goal was something easier to live with and keep going. Maybe others have a similar goal?
what are your thoughts on a positraction limited slip differential verses installing lockers? I have a posi in the rear diff and debating putting one in the front. Love your videos, keep them coming. Pops from Miami
Where do you go in Miami? I can’t find anywhere besides the hump
Dirt Lifestyle just did an excellent video explaining the pros and cons of each.
Look up offroadandchill on UA-cam. He's based in Florida and hes always finding new places. Also has a group you can join and head out there with him. Its more mud than anything not much rocks in miami
I have a traclok in the rear of my yj. Ran it like that for awhile. Put in a spartan in the front. Mud holes i would get stuck in i could hit with ease and on the rocks I needed less throttle to get over certain rocks. Take it for whats its worth
@@julianhaylock9843 alot of it has to do with the driver. I've never had an issue with the traclok just a little e brake and id climb right over.. Others will try to steer you away from it.
Hey Brad as a veteran offroader in the jk can i ask you if in your offroading adventures you get coolant running a bit high at times when you push it for instance around the 230f mark? I get this at times when i push my jk in the desert it climbs halfway midpoint between middle and 3/4 and drops to middle in less than a minute and the coolant temp sets at 230 ish even if i push hard...normal driving even offroad i m solid at 200f and middle of the gauge ...do you get this too?
What company do you suggest for a pull behind trailer for trail riding I just bought a soft top 2020 JL and do not want to add an exoskeleton.?
Patriot
You think at this point in your life, the hellcat engine will come to fruition?
I am surprised that you have not put a V8 in your wrangler. It seems you have unlimited funds so it seems like $25K would be nothing to you!
There’s a few companies that overhaul and sell SJ’s I know there’s a company in Texas that does the wagoner... will you ever get the ECO Diesel?
Electric blanket??? How about spend money on a quality sleeping bag.
Instantly clicked... ☕☕☕
A Sunday morning Trail Recon with my coffee?!?!!! This morning can’t get much better. Have a great day Brad 👍🏻
Good Morning!
It’s amazing watching this two years later and hearing about CVD. It made me angry all over again that Newsom shut everything down while he was out dining massless. Nevermind the fact California did no better than the states that remained opened. Two years of all our lives wasted for his ego.
People keep saying the trails are closed in California. I can assure you, the vast majority of trails are completely open. Went Jeeping yesterday, Pilot Rock, 2N17X, up through Lake Arrowhead. We even passed a Ranger on the trail who we waved to as we drove by..
Yep, the Mojave Road is open also.. so are most of the trails in the Shaver Lake area, unless snow has closed them (Late snow storm the last couple of weeks)
@@Future-Preps35 We had a group of 6 of us. And had a great time. There was no shortage of other people on the trails.
I really like the garage coffee series!
OVRLNDX hello Marcos!! 🤟🏻
OVRLNDX hello Marcos!! 🤟🏻
@@birdmanthereal1 Hello!!
You think you need a haircut? I saw my self in the mirror this morning, I thought I’d found the missing link! It was just me.
I just ordered a not cheap Genesis dual battery for my JL especially with the added international shipping cost. Your title scared me but after watching hopefully it wasn't a bad decision as I only have one car 🤣. Great video and keep them coming please
Brad you're crankin' em' out! Thanks so much for helping us through this weird time. See you on the trail!
Lite brite is giving their gladiator away..... I want yours way more... Lets do it Brad.... Give away contest😂
I see trail recon,,, I tap ❤️
You know what, I really love these Garage Coffee episodes. Its so good to actually see you just yourself and all the mistakes. When you said "Jheee you guys are killing me with the names" I actually laughed, usually everything from you is so proper and it was funny to see the flaws without the outtakes! Keep it up!
What on trail “break” was the the worst and/or most unusual that you have had or seen?
Why don't you run a long arm lift on your JK.
Michael Belliveau Nobody needs lomg arm kits unless you have a rock buggy & that’s boring style of wheeling where people trailer a vehicle to the OHV site.
Krasnaludek that’s the opposite of a long arm, you will see more on road benefits of a long arm than offroad
You don't have a dual battery system>>>> BECAUSE THE BATTERY GOD'S LOVE YOU AND YOU ARE LUCKY!!!!!>>>
U should do a review on your goal zero!
See you got the covid-19 hair-style😉
Noticed you have more than a few handhelds. Do you keep them all charged and ready to go in case of emergency?
I like you work bench area! Really can’t wait too retire from the military one day and have a garage with work bench. Have to have a temp area each time a new project comes up like the hood louver hopefully I can do soon(messed up a hood hinge bolt and don’t own a welder so waiting for my Jeep to go to the shop).
I don’t think I’ve watched that review of the AEV camper setup. Looks legit but it reminds me of all the times I’ve gone out to do field training in a Army HMMWV. Plus gotta have the back seat for the kids. If anything a build like that but towed😉
For the nuts and bolts that you carry extra when you hit the trail, which components of nuts and bolts do you carry? Been thinking about getting an organizer for my garage but would be smart to have a smaller one for the trail.
I’d say I’m curious of the time you’re talking about camping out on the beach and knowing when is “high-tide”? Since being stationed out here in Hawaii for over four years for myself and seven years for my wife I want to say we’re beached out, but I can say we’ll come back to the beach probably in the future over in California or some others on our travels when we’re back in the mainland.
Dam those cabinets look nice! Another retirement thing to put on my wish list😉.
Lol, babysitting someone on the trail! Sorry that made me laugh. But I’d be curious what trails would you recommend that would give you a good experience prior to trying to tag along with you and Marco?
Ya I’m looking forward to starting to getting my badges for trails, but at the same time it’s not that I want to get the badges but also make it an experience hopefully with my family(wife may have to step out for the obstacles if she thinks their questionable).
Enjoyed the garage coffee! Awesome video!
It would be irresponsible to camp? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Tell me you voted for biden without telling me you voted for biden.
RE: New axles; Our plan is if there is any maintenance needed then upgrade to the new shiny part.
My transitioning from GM2 to Civilian job was walking across the street to So Cal Edison at the Long Beach Generation Station.. sadly that was short lived as Edison's push for deregulation completely screwed things up.. Edison sold all of their steam generation plant..Been working for DWR for 25yrs since the sell off.. I sure loved operating Long Beach Gen Sta, circa 1928 equipment repowered with Combustion Turbines.. In 1994 after the Northridge Earth Quake, our crew/shift saved the day/grid & San Onofre by being the first plant online to send a 230kv line to Lighthipe and then down to San Onofre.. I think I worked 18hrs that day.. I'll never forget that quake, it shook LBGS for 20mins due to the plant is standing on 40ft creosote poles driven into the mud to bedrock side-by-side.. felt like sea state 5 ocean conditions.. lol
@@Future-Preps35 Ha! I lived in Bakersfield for 11yrs after So Cal Ed. and it seems like we're all "ex's" for a lot of us... I got out in 89 ( life mistake #1) lived in Carson which was a short commute to Terminal Island where LBGS is still located at.. it's been is several movies like Next, It's a Mad Mad Mad World, The Last Ship 1st episode season 1, The Italian Job, Star Trek 2009, The X Files ect..