Let’s Talk JEEP WRANGLER UPGRADES
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2018
- I have received several request to do an update on all the Jeep upgrades of done, and while I still have more to do, I thought I’d take a few minutes and bring you up to speed on where things are at. In this video we are only going to cover the outside of the Jeep and I’ll do and interior review soon. #jeep #jeepwrangler #jeepmods
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New Jeep owner (bought a ‘15 JKU Sahara this week). I’ve spent hours pouring over your videos. Such an amazing resource, wonderfully useful & interesting content and very high production value. I can’t get enough! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!
Congrats on the new Jeep and really great to hear the videos are helpful for you! Thank you!
you wanna know the best part?
its your jeep , you made it YOURS
dislike and hate all you want fellows. Get yourself a jeep and make your own.
sure i disagree with some mods here, but thats why jeepers are awesome. each has his or her own.
great video
Yes you have to do what works for you.
Brad, you honestly have on of my favorite jeep set ups i have come across. Thank you for making these videos and always being positive. your videos are inspiring, Makes me proud to own a wrangler.
It cracks me up when I see a thumbs down on your videos. Who are these people?!?! If the vid’s not for you then move on. Thanks for entertaining us Brad. Keep on truckin!
No worries, it the internet. Thanks for the support!
HighclassAIM I love this channel!!
If you can’t handle down votes there’s a solution for you. Vimeo was designed for fragile egos. I’m guessing some of “these people” don’t like Brad leaving a defective product nameless
Oh you sure told us
HighclassAIM Us, you got a mouse in your pocket?
Brad, I want to tell you that you are getting better and better doing your videos. I have been following you up for a while and I can see the difference. Congrats and well done.
Thank you! It's been fun learning this youtube thing over the years.
Over the years, kept all my 4x4 vehicles stock, except for upgrading from incandescent to LED bulbs before LED lights became Jeep stock. Admit to being a little envious of super upgraded Jeeps, those upgraded capabilities are amazing. Congrats on creating your dream machine.
Thank you! A stock Jeep is a very capable vehicle and you can have some amazing adventures without ever doing any modifications.
This is the first time I’ve ever heard any jeeper mention Georgia. I’m from Georgia and there are hardly any trails here. I only know of 5 decent trails in the whole state. But you are definitely right on the clay. All of the trails in Georgia are rocks,roots, and mud.
I'm from Ga (just south of Macon) and just bought a JKU Sahara. I can't find anything that isn't in North Ga.
Blairesville north Georgia has rock crawling trails.
Your videos are very helpful and entertaining to watch. As a 4Runner owner this is one of my favorite channels. I think you bring an honest perspective which hasn't changed since day 1. I think there are too many other channels out there that are copycats, me too's, trying to capitalize on this "overland" fab that are pushing products, giveaways, and selling themselves out to sponsors. Aka a certain 4Runner owner that rambles on too much, constantly pushing and advertising products, and talks more about adventures than going on them. I never got that vibe from you. I can tell you do this channel because its a passion of yours. Keep up the good work Brad!!!
Thank you! I'm glad you are enjoying the content here. There are a few other solid off-road channels out there putting out great content.... I find myself binge watching other channels all the time.
Thanks Brad!! You and Marco have definitely inspired and assisted me with some many modifications. Thanks for sharing the info, really appreciate it.
Hi Brad, Kevin from New Zealand really enjoying the content mix of jeep mods and trail vids. Very helpful , very useful and practical and the South West sure has some great outback trails.
awesome video I wish someone with a TJ/LJ would do this well explaining their build up of their jeep
jk Gear and Gadgets
This video is Rock Solid!
I probably should re-title the video! LOL!
Love love your videos. I have a ‘13 JK Rubicon with 35 MTs. (3” lift). I get my upgrade ideas from your videos! (Just got my HAM radio license b/c of your video about ham radios).
I’m so totally with you on the muffler. Love something tucked away (like the flow master) but much quieter. Cant wait learn what you choose.
Thanks!!
Congrats on getting your HAM license! Really glad the videos have been helpful. Thank you!
muffler on my next to do list on my 2012 rubicon, I also don't want a loud fast n furious type sound, been looking at the AFE Hi Tuck muffler they seem a little loud, videos r nice but id rather hear in person so I don't get a loud to me muffler
I have the same shocks, and when I sent them in for a rebuild, I had them re valved for my weight and a LSC adjuster added on the reservoir for the rears. This allowed me to control stiffness (body roll mostly) at slow speeds.
TrailRecon mentioned Ga mud.. the struggle is too real ! Love your vids.. gonna make me stay broke 🤣
I was stationed in South Carolina for a couple years and we use to take the dirt bikes down to GA to hit the trails.. I know all about it! Thanks!!
Brad, great informative video on your various upgrades, really gave me some ideas on a few potential changes to my Jeep. Really like the lights mounted on your rack, think I may do the same set-up on my Rhino Rack.
Thanks! I think once I raise the roof rack up I may tuck those lights underneath the rack a little.
Great vid Brad, thanks! That spare tire rack actually came on mine from the dealer, very heavy duty.
I like your mods, good video. Just want to say I put an Airaid cold intake and a throttle plate on my wrangler. No moving parts, nothing to fail. I combined that with the Magnaflow exhaust and it really woke the motor up. Not loud but, you can tell when you push the pedal on the right.
Great to hear your mods are working for you, it's just a personal preference for me.
Congrats on 100K subscribers, Brad! You are rockin' it my friend!!!
Excellent upgrades Brad. Especially that big brake one. Did mine about a year ago and felt an immediate improvement.
Looking forward to your review of your upcoming 5.13 upgrade.
I'm so happy with the big brake kit investment and glad I did it before the Colorado trip since they got a work out up there. Hopefully 5:13's in the coming months. Thank you!
This is a great video, and you've explained things real nice. Awesome!
Great video Brad , cant wait for the interior video . I don't think our jeeps are ever done. I have had my TJ for four years and it get stuff added to it every year. Already have next years mods planned . I use Banks exhaust on my TJ and I' m very happy with it. Not loud at all , just a nice mellow tone . Take care my friend.
They are never done! I've had a few recommendations about Banks... I'll have to give them a closer look. Thanks!
Awesome work and I hope to be doing some of these same upgrades to mine. Keep the videos coming!
Awesome build so far Brad the Jeep is amazing 👍👍
Thank you!
BRAD your Jeep is clean!!!! That’s a first!!! Videos amazing as always, please keep the info coming! ROCK SOLID INFO
I probably should have cleaned up the suspension a little better before filming, but oh well.... it gets used and is rock solid! LOL! Thanks!
Beautiful Rig Brad! Nicely done!
Great video as always. Like the upgrade as you need it attitude. Looking forward to Future upgrades.
Thank you!
The roof rack is so clean I need something like that on my TJ
You should reach out to Shane at Genesis Off-Road. We installed their dual battery system before our cross country overland trip (10,000+ miles) this past summer. It saved us when the primary battery would not start the Jeep in a fairly remote location. The system connected the two batteries together and we were back on the trail. If you overland at all, this type of system should be a must if your Jeep includes auxiliary lights, etc.
I just put on Rough Country V2 shocks, and they seem great so far. I looked at bilstein 5100's and fox monotubes. but RC seemed sturdy and about $500 for all 4.
Thanks it looks good Master Chief , I enjoy the Trail Recon videos and they have adjusted my thoughts on mods that I will do on my JLU Rubicon that I am waiting on delivery. I have already received my replacement differential covers. Thanks Retired PO1.
Thank you and congrats on the soon to be new Jeep. Thank you for your service shipmate!
Nip the tip! I just cut off about 4" of my tail pipe for the same reason. Fine tooth blade on the sawzall...
Again, great info !
Thanks for sharing your Experiences ☺
Loved this videos as a great summary if mods for your jeep!
Nice video. Thanks for the walk around Brad.
Great detailed video about the upgrades you have done on your Jeep.
Really glad you enjoyed it, thank you!
Good video Brad, The rig looks good . You do practical, functional upgrades, not bling bling look at me upgrades. That's the kind of stuff I like, keep it up brother.
Thank you! I try to keep it practical and functional, but admittedly I do like stuff to look good as well.
Falcon 3.4 shocks are great love them
Nice job Brad. I can’t wait to get me a set of aluminum GenRight flat fenders.
Great video. I would add the Griffin attenuator to your Steer Smart drag link. It made a huge difference on mine.
Great set up Brad, GO NAVY!!!!
Very nice Jeep! Always enjoy your videos. Keep it up.
Thank you!
Brad,you have an awesome Jeep. I love your videos.👍
Great video. I love watching the progress of you Jeep, mine has been progressing very similar to yours. Looking forward to the next video.
Thank you! It has been a fun project.
I love your channel, I bought the KC headlights on your recommendation and love them. You explain them perfectly. Do you ever take your top off? Is it hard to remove with that roof rack?
Great to hear you are happy with the lights! I take the top off occasionally. It comes off with no issues, which is what I really like about this roof rack.
Nice upgrades. Looking forward to the ones coming as well.
Thank you! I've got a few new things coming soon!
Great video Brad! Your next update needs to be to that MC Anchor decal though. It should be fowled brother 😉
I’m positive if you’ve saved all the old components you’ve taken off the Jeep, you could build a second one by now! Haha
Love your videos!
I have the same roof rack and you can put the accessory rails up there it will make your life so much easier! Just so you know!!
This video is rock solid 👍
My new motto!
awesome build. im a toyota guy, but love your videos. I love the KO2's also.
Love the video Brad. What mounts did you use to get the KC pro 6'' onto the bruiser bumper? I have the same bumper and lights and would love to do the same setup. Thanks and keep the videos coming!!
Love your Jeep! Lots of good upgrades.
Thanks you! A few more upgrades to come... it never ends.
Thank you for finally addressing the Treadwright tires.
Thank.....and Treadwright.
Nice build , Agree with the winch topic , mine isn’t a warn but boy the one I have really helped me out in bad mud situations , need to upgrade to synthetic rope tho , cool vid 👍🏻
Hey brother! I don't know if anybody mentioned it to you yet but...Fox makes adjustable external reservoirs for your shocks. I run them on my desert racer. It is really handy to be able to stiffen them up if I have a passenger/extra fuel, etc. or soften them for the sand at Glamis. Check with your Fox shock guy.
ISC(PJ), out.
I've been contemplating switching to an adjustable shock, maybe when the budget allows. Thanks!
GREAT information. Look forward to more adventurers. Keep on WHEELING....
love the new intro and great video, keep it up.
Glad you enjoyed the change, thank you!
as always awesome video great job
Another great video! TrailRecon cable channel! I would watch daily! Your work is professional. Thanks Brad. Always a fan.....
Thank you my friend! I don't think I could keep up with the demands of a cable channel. LOL!
Your videos have def helped out for some installs like the fenders. Have you installed the inner fender liners yet? if so, where is that video?
I live in the north west.... "Washington state". I did the 3" lift with 33's MT. kinda wish I did just the leveling kit 3" was more than I thought It would be.
I use to live in Washington... love it up there. Just slap some 35's on the Jeep, will fill in the wheel gap real nice!
Nice jeep, all the very best brother 👍
Dang this video was ROCK SOLID!!!!!
Your gonna be over 3k rpm running 75 on the highway with those 5.13 im on 37s with 4.88 and at 75 im right at about 2850-2900. Great video as always!
That's a debating I've been having with myself over and over... I'll be sure to share with you guys all the detail with the time come. Thanks!
Georgia reporting in, those are nice tires, but no match for our skicky mud, would recommend the nitto trail grapplers
Thanks for the review!!! Love your Jeep!
You are welcome and thank you!
@@TrailRecon No thank you for sharing!
Brad .. Love all your videos and this one is no exception. Great Job! One question .. what kind of gas mileage are you getting with a 3.5 inch lift running 37s??
Great video again Brad. You are such an inspiration and spread enthusiasm to the Community.
Question, how much did your gas mileage change going to 37" Wheels? What do you get today?
Cheers from Sweden
Thank you for the kind words! Going from 35's to 37's I think my mpg dropped almost a full mile per gallon. I get 15 mpg on a good day.
Awesome video. It's always great to see how others have their rig set up. Lots to learn from others. Curious what you're doing for navigation? iOS app? Garmin Overlander?
My name's Brad, and I'm Rock Solid. Love the vids Brad!
@TrailRecon Keep an eye on the base of that winch. Had a couple club members have major cracking or catastrophic failure of the winch base. Smittybilt replaced parts under warranty.
You forgot to mention upgrading your wallet to pay Jeep mods lol! Good video bro.
Shhhhh... don't tell my wife!
Thats what jeep stands for, Just Empty Every Pocket.
This car is beautiful. I want you guys to do a two door also!!
Jeep looks awesome as always
Thank you! I am really pleased with how it has evolved.
Great video and great build!
Thank you!
I love your channel brad ! I live in the san diego area i hope i run into you one day just to say hi
Thank you! I'll be at a few local events in the coming months, be sure to follow me on instagram or facebook.
Inspiration to save and build. Thanks.
Great vid. I’m with you - I don’t want to do anything radical or crazy, just well thought out, functional mods. Thank you for taking the time to test theses things for us. Is your rear bumper rated for towing? Thanks again!
I'm happy to share my experience in hopes it helps someone out there.... I love testing stuff out!
TrailRecon two questions.
What made you decide on the Rhino Rack vs a Gobi? I'm leaning to the Gobi for myself as it's no drill.
Warn vs Smitty. What does Warn have that may make you consider them over your Smitty winch in the future?
Thanks Brad!
Brad, I am looking at headlight upgrade for my JK, like the KC's you have, reviews mention they don't fit well?? do you agree? look forward to hearing from you, great videos !
Can you make a video on how to mount the smittybilt tent on the roof rack?
I've been considering doing a light bar over the front window like the one you have. I'm just worried about glare off the hood, how bad is it and is it worth the money? ..by the way your jeeps awesome
Great video Brad! I always enjoy content like this because it is helpful for guys and gals that are getting more serious into wheeling. I have a quick question however, what did you do to balance the wheels and tires. I'm running 37x13.50r17 cooper stt pros on the same wheels you have the KMC Machete Crawls (black wheel, silver bead ring) and I got that good old fashioned steering wheel shimmy on my JKU. Discount Tire and 4 WP won't touch the setup because of the beadlocks. Did you use some dynabeads, airsoft pellets or just bring it to a local shop to take care of the balancing. Thanks in advance.
When I was running the Coopers on my KMC's I think I had them rebalanced 3 times. I haven't had any (so far) balancing issues with these BFG's. It's tough finding a shop that will do them. I haven't tried the bead balancing method.
i love your hood latch setup!!! who makes that kit? absolutely awesome looking!! thanks and keep on jeepin!!
-p3t3r
Funny that when you Modify a Jeep over Stock... Some think you got more Money then you know what to do with it... Liking that Your trying to keep your Rig something that most Working Guys with an Allowance can do over time... I made a comment when You installed the Throttle Control, that I was running the Pedal Commander... I was very impressed with the Options in that you can add or take away Your Pedal Response with just a Push of a Button (ECO Mode is great for on the Trail, and the Sport Modes are Giddy Up!) And also if I missed a Comment... What happen to Your Wrap? 🤷♂️
the wheels on this jeep are so beautiful wow
Thank you!
Very nice and well build jeep 👍
Thank you!
You kept a running tally of the XJ costs. Have you added up what this beautiful build would cost us mortals?
Great video! Hypothetical question... if you were to start all over again with a new Wrangler (say if you decide get a JL), would you start with a Rubicon again, or would you save a bit with a Sport and then build it up? Just curious.
Yes, I'd get a Rubi again. The Rubicon is the way to go in my opinion unless you have disposable cash and know you want dana 60's.
GREAT stuff.
What gasoline you running?
What sort of amperage has your alternator been putting out since going to 37's?
You have me wanting to buy a jeep so bad!!! hahaha
Hey, thank u for all this helpful movies! Do u know how mutch miles I can drive with an wrangler? Is more than 300,000 miles possible?
In one of your videos you said you were going to install sliders in the back (Actually you implied you had sliders that weren't installed). Did you buy the slider (If so, what did you buy)? or build one (If so, where did you go for instructions?) What were the needs?parameters you were looking for/wanted in your sliders? Also...do you have a power management system with all the extra gadgets you run? What is it and what do you recommend?Many thanks!
I really like your choice of upper light bar! I’ve been looking at putting one on my rubicon, but am concerned about wind noise.
I’m sure there will be some, but is it tolerable?
Thanks, and keep the great videos coming!
Wind noise is so minimal with this light bar. I had an older one that was awful, so I understand your reservation. The KC Pro6 make very, very little wind noise.. my tires are louder.
Great to hear that!
I can tolerate my tire noise, so the light bar noise should be acceptable.
Thanks!
Oh how interesting, those were Treadwright Claws weren't they... So the tread separated. I'm running Treadwrights and I've had a couple issues so far, but nothing quite that serious. How many miles did you put on them before that happened?
Great video Brad. I watched a video in the past from you that you’ve installed an ARB CKMA12 air compressor. Is it before this video because you didn’t mention it on here or you took it off too?
Thanks! I did remove it and I'll be talking about my current CO2 / air compressor setup when I do the interior video since everything is inside now.
I took a shot of tequila every time you said rock solid... bad idea🤪... lol good video Brad keep them coming!
That better than "Hi Bob"! I think I might do that too. LOL!
I'd love to see a sports cage. Like a color matched rock hard 4x4 sports cage. I've got a sports cage in my TJ and love it.
I think sport cages are great, I'm just not sure I want the added weight, my Jeep is already on the heavy side.