Off Road Protection | What you need to know before you hit the Trails | Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2)
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- In this video we go over our Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 and show you it's underbelly, all the dents, and scratches to show you where we have taken the most hits. Using this information as a guide we will help you walk through knowing what order to add protection to your rig. We have spent the last couple of years pushing our Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk to the limit and want to show you where it has felt it the most.
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I got pretty much the same set up. Hidden winch, lower front guard, sump protection, transmission plate, and rear bumper guard. Everything from Chief is a high quality!
This was one of your best video Brad because it shows the real world experience, in a variety of off road conditions, and how that impacts your under carriage and wear the vulnerable parts are. You are a great ambassador for Chief, surprised they haven’t acknowledged your contributions yet. Maybe a new hat for you?! Have you done a video on what the inside of your TH looks like? How you organize it, protect it, keep it clean after an excursion etc? With a wife and kids and dog I imagine there are some lessons learned there. Lol.
Thanks! No organization on the inside, Just kids dogs and chaos!
I added an extra factory rim and spare. Easier to get at then under the truck.. floor jack n milwaukee impact and air compressor.
Always carry contractor bags to get under the truck
I just put a set of landspyder tires on my jeep and I love them
I can’t wait until my Chief products come in! SO ready to hit some trails!
Sounds good! We just got
Up to the hot springs area. Betting this storm
@@ProdigalOverland Ooh! Stay warm this weekend! We are headed to the Moore expo. Low of -9 and highs in the teens. Eek! Thankful for an AirBnB!
Love your videos. I learned my 4-wheeling on a 02 WJ QT2 and man did you hit the nail on the head: learning how to pick lines, a mild lift, a little bigger tire, full skids, and rock rails are the recipe to a huge improvement in safe wheeling. I did that to my WJ and I'm doing it to my 19 WK2 Laredo (2-1/2 RRO lift, RRO sliders, Chief trans plate, sump plate and tires next) - and these babies make really decent trail rigs for mild to moderate wheeling. Nothing better than exploring a mountain Jeep road on vacation and taking clients to dinner in style back home!
Yep. That’s for sure! Thanks for sharing!
Great videos! I have binge-watched 5 or 6 already. Well done. Happy driving from South Korea.
Glad you like them!
When I was doing blues at AOAA last fall I came down hard on a boulder and seriously dented my Chief transmission plate. It paid for itself on that trip!
Glad you had it!
Very timely, opportune and informative video!!! Thanks, Brad. You're the man!
Always happy to help
Prodigal Overland that's exactly what I like about you, Brad! Plus your wonderful and likeable personality.
As always, a great benefactor to the community
Thank you for the kind words!
I've seen your videos- I would put you in the "fearless" category.
I have a Wrangler but my daughter is interested in buying another Grand Cherokee and equipping it for trails.
Im putting a new bull bar on my grand and I do want to get , or make some skid plates , because of the lack of ground clearance in this vehicle. I'm 58 years old and been 4 wheeling since the 70s and I've never had a 4wd vehicle with skid plates, and I've had many 4wd vehicles including dodge ramcharger, Toyota 4x4 trucks, and Ford explorers
Thanks Brad for sharing your experiences with us all. Not that my wife will even let me close to her 2020 GC Trailhawk. You have done real well at negating major body damage like the rocker panels. All I can say is great job to you and the family because I know everyone kicks in to make this all happen. Be safe and we all look forward to your next vid.
Thank you!
Thank you
Thanks for the information
Another useful and informative video Brad. Thank you for taking the time.
Absolutely
Just to clarify: All Jeep Grand Cherokees with a 'Trail Rated ' badge come with factory skid plates. Whether it's a Laredo,Limited or other trim. 'Trail Rated' Grand Cherokees all have the same protection as a standard TrailHawk model.
The weakness are : plastic front sump, plastic transmission cover. These all need to be replaced with either aftermarket skids. The only protection difference on 'Trail Rated' Grand Cherokees & a TrailHawk model is that you can order factory rock rails on a Trail Hawk as an option. On other models you'd have to order them after the fact from Mopar or go aftermarket.
Not a lot of guards for my gen 1 sequoia.. only 11.5 inches clearance so i am careful
helpful, thanks
Thanks for the great information and you channel is great. When you went on the trails would you disconnect the front sensor?
I've looked at cheif but have decided to go with offroad animal for front, rear and rock slides as I've got a 2014 JGC Overland with the 5.7 Hemi. I'm also running Falken wildpeak a/t 265/70/R17. Love your vids and love from Eastern Washington!!!
Thanks for watching!
I would go with the Chief rock sliders (and I did), but, like you, I like the look of the ORA front bumper since it covers a bit more. Go with Chief's heavy-duty sump plate, though. It's about 40 pounds of steel rather than aluminum. Zero regrets on that one!
Great information here Brad!
Glad you think so!
Amazing video! Keep the content coming 👍👍
Thank you. We appreciate the support!
Another excellent video. I have a 2019 Overland with off road 2 and a hemi
Good choice!
Good stuff Brad! Thank you!
Glad you liked it!
Hiya. Ive got a wk11 AND LOVE IT. Guess if i wanted to go those places, and needed all that stuff I'd buy a tractor. Do you use youe Grande Cherokee to plough a potatoe paddock i wonder?
great video thanks !
Great Video! Thanks for the information! I'm starting a step or two below the Trailhawk with an Upland. I suspect that a (2.5") lift AND some 33's would be where to begin... then rails and armor. Thoughts? (and then I watched the end of the video and found your take. LOL)
Sounds like a good plan!
Great intel here!! 👍👍😎🇺🇸
Thanks 👍
Thanks a lot.
The greatest terrain is deep snow
Did Bill already send you a new sump protection plate yet? If not you’re more than welcome to have my old one if you wanna pay shipping. Just needs Wacker with a sledge in one spot.
Sounds good. You don’t need it?
What do you think of off road animal protection? They have some pretty cool stuff. I'm in a debate on getting off road animal vs chief.
We have been very happy with chief products. I would not go with off road animals front recovery points. they are too small in my opinion. However the folks we have had out with there stuff seem happy.
ANyone know the max size tire i could put on a stock Cherokee trailhawk 2016 ?
Where did you get that bullbar?
I know you have all chief products, but I'm curious, have you seen the new offroad animal front bumper? If so, what'd you think? Only available in Australia for now.
I have seen it. I like the more open wheel well to allow for better approaches
Hi Brad - thanks for the great content. How do you plan on going above 265/65? What modifications will be needed for the next tire size up?
Depending on how big there may be a bit of trimming required. Here is a video that may help. ua-cam.com/video/E3R5EQloliI/v-deo.html
@@ProdigalOverland Awesome - thanks Brad.
You didn't talk about the fuel tank skids. How often do they see action? Those are the last plates of my install, before I get to sliders and bumpers. 2012 Laredo.
They have some scrapes. But not major dents. But yes. I would want them on. I would say not transfer case plate was more roughed up than those.
@@ProdigalOverland also, have you had any issues with your 5.7? I'm experiencing a valve-train failure. I just scheduled a rebuild.
good day Brad can you give me some info on your headlights please
These are just the stock headlights for the premium lighting group option
@@ProdigalOverland thx :)
I’m guessing you have the regular sump plate and would recommend their heavy duty one? It’s 40 pounds but probably worth it...
Yes , and definitely I would recommend the heavy duty one. However I don’t see that they have that option with the access panel for the v8
Can a winch be installed on your Trailhawk (and will you) & what type of tires do you have?
Yes we have a wich, Its a Smitty built X2O winch. It sits under the front bumper area.
Brad, have you noticed any change in the car after installing all this protection? Noise or vibration? Is Transmission temperature within normal range? I want to install all these protections but it is really hot here in Saudi so I want to make sute the transmission will not get hot.
Also was fuel economy affected?
I haven't noticed any changes to transmission temps with these additions and no extra noise. Overall, we have had a couple MPG decrease in fuel economy
Hey Brad, hope all is well!! I’ve purchased and installed Chief Products rock rails to my 2012 Laredo but am now interested in purchasing the front lower guard, recovery hooks and nudge bar for a similar setup like yours. Any advice on what I should purchase and install first?? Thank for any feedback and all your great videos!!
I’d make the lower front guard my next purchase if your gonna take your time getting things. But you do have to take off the lower front guard off to install the others
@@ProdigalOverland Thanks Brad!! Maybe I’ll just purchase the lower front guard and hooks all together so I can put them on at the same time.
@@jarredsimpleman1554 good plan
@@ProdigalOverland and did you go with the standard Sump plate or heavy duty option?
Hi Brad does your trail hawke have Quadra lift i presume it does but if not have you heard how good they go on tracks that you are on
We do have the Quadra lift System. And it does well out on the tracks!
Little better on this video, more info this time, less chatter, background stories or non related info. 👍
Question am I able to install locking diffs from a trail hawk on my limited to have front and rear lock or is there some aftermarket. Nice vid
I don't know of any aftermarket options that integrate with the GC. If you're referring to a Grand Cherokee Trailhawk, The rear Dif is an ELSD, not a full locking diff. And I have never hear of swapping them
@@ProdigalOverland I appreciate it. Keep up the good work and great videos
Hi Brad!! I'm Korean. I'm watching your wonderful videos here. I need a favor.Can you turn on the caption for this video? please.
I believe they are on. I know sometimes it takes a bit to generate.
@@ProdigalOverland Oh I see. I came quickly.
Sorry to be that guy but... it’s FACE-SHA. Not FAH-SHA. Because it is like the skin on your face. Houses have facia as well. Now with that out of the way I want to say thank you for your wk2 videos. Considering a used one as my next vehicle as 4runners and tacos are way to expensive.
Thanks for being that guy, You're actually the second guy on this one. I come from a medical background and the way I pronounce it is correct when using it in that field. It does seem that it carries a long a sound when not referring to living things. Thanks for the clarification and the chuckles.
Prodigal Overland ah yes I am aware of the connective tissue pronounced FAH-SHA. Speaking of. I could go for a massage....
How much weight did all this add to your jeep?
around 300-350 pounds
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What dripped at 8:28?
that drip is coming from my exhaust system.
what tires do you have on yours?
We have fallen wildpeak at3 tires. 265 65 18
@@ProdigalOverland how's it on the open road? noisy? how do they handle in rain and snow?
@@magnumpi048 they have been great! Co complaints
No rear diff guard?
Did you watch the whole video?
@@ProdigalOverland, yes I did. The rear differential is tucked up fairly well but I can just imagine how obscenely expensive it would be to have replaced if that case got cracked! Nobody makes a simple bolt on rear diff guard for the WK2 that is reasonably priced?
Not until just recently, 6monkeys just came out with one. Like in the past month.
6monkeys.net/shop/ols/products/new-rear-diff-guard
@@ProdigalOverland, looks nice but it's a little expensive though. Although it appears to be the only one available. I see rear diff guards for the WK for as little as $130 but nothing for the WK2.
@Prodigal Overland , that rear diff in your Trailhawk is in the $1,100 - $1,200 range which isn't bad when you consider the fact that it includes that little electric motor that operates the ELSD that FCA wants over $500 for by itself. Of course unless you have the tools and know what you're doing, you'd have to pay to have it installed which would probably double the price so that 6 monkeys rear diff guard just might be a wise investment. They might cut you a deal in exchange for a little bit of product promotion.
Its not faw-sha its face-sha