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What I Learned from Towing with Manual and Auto Jeeps
If you've seen my prior videos you'll know I have a love/hate relationship with our 2023 Jeep Gladiator Mojave - namely because of its manual transmission! You may also know that prior to taking delivery of this Jeep, we had two automatic-equipped loaner Gladiators. In today's video, I talk about my towing experience with both transmissions and give you my opinion on which one YOU should buy if you're planning on hauling a trailer behind your Gladdy.
If you're interested in watching my complete video on the towing experience with the automatic Gladiator, head on over to our sister channel; Lackeys Be Trippin', by following this link! ruclips.net/video/XwGnQJTMaeo/видео.htmlsi=l48lccWwsdO92...
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RUBICON REMORSE? Finally off-roading our Jeep Gladiator Mojave!
Просмотров 2 тыс.2 месяца назад
After 16,000 miles and almost a year of ownership, we finally got our Jeep Gladiator Mojave onto some proper off-road trails in Eureka Springs, Arkansas! 3B Off-Road and RV Park was the perfect place to learn the limits of our stock (for now) rig, as it offered a diverse variety of trails and obstacles in a relatively small area with help available a phone call away should we get into too much ...
Jeep Gladiator Mojave: 10k Mile PROS and CONS
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.6 месяцев назад
After just a few months of ownership, we've been through some things with our Jeep Gladiator Mojave! Towing, hauling, freak severe thunderstorms and tons of family road trips have all added up to 10,000 miles of adventure and we haven't even taken this thing off road yet! Since we've had so much windshield time during our short ownership period, it's been easy for our family to come up with a l...
Tesla has a SERVICE PROBLEM and I called it years ago!
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Tesla motors is an amazing company which perhaps single-handedly revolutionized the automotive industry, however they aren't without their share of problems. Some of their issues are small, and some of them pop up as new products are launched (we're looking at you, Model X and Cybertruck). Other issues are deep-rooted and a long time coming. In today's video, I'm using my experience in the auto...
Jeep FAILED on the JL/JT Manual Trans! But would I buy it again?
Просмотров 25 тыс.8 месяцев назад
If you were like me and you've ever considered buying a manual transmission Jeep, you've probably read a thing or two about the reputation of the new Wrangler and Gladiator when equipped with a row-your-own gearbox. Or, maybe you're like me and you just ran out and bought one without doing much research at all aside from pricing and availability! as it turns out, JL and JT Jeeps are one of the ...
DEMON-SWAPPED 808 HP Jeep Gladiator!
Просмотров 52410 месяцев назад
You've seen the 392 Wrangler and you've heard about the Hellcat swapped Jeeps. How about an 800 horsepower Dodge Demon supercharged V8 in a Jeep Gladiator?! This unbelievable combination was shoehorned together by SoFlo Jeeps and modified to look as mean as it performs. Not wanting to miss an opportunity to share this vehicle with you, I braved the freezing temps to give you a walkaround and re...
How bad do subzero temps and snow SUCK in a soft top Jeep Gladiator?
Просмотров 11 тыс.10 месяцев назад
"You're gonna regret having a convertible pickup truck when it gets cold and slick out!" I can't tell you how many times I heard this from friends, family and commenters! Well, we're now three snowstorms in with the Jeep and today I figured I'd compiled enough real-world experience in these conditions to make a review vid. How bad does a convertible pickup truck with a soft top, stick shift and...
I bought the CHEAPEST Jeep Gladiator Mojave in America!
Просмотров 56 тыс.10 месяцев назад
Link to our sister channel explaining why we got THIS Jeep: ruclips.net/video/nr8-bqvks8Y/видео.html Link to our sister channel with a review of the Nissan Frontier: ruclips.net/video/UW7e6Nmzh4k/видео.html Link to our sister channel with a Gladiator towing review: ruclips.net/video/XwGnQJTMaeo/видео.html There's a general feeling that the Jeep Gladiator is overpriced and frankly, I fell into t...
The Chevy Equinox: Unleashing the power of indifference.
Просмотров 10411 месяцев назад
The Chevy Equinox embodies everything wrong with General Motors' small-to-midsize SUV (crossover) lineup. Discover why the 2022 Chevy Equinox is so unoffensive and emotionally neutral that you can't help but feel indifferent towards it. I somehow alternated from liking it to hating it and back to liking it from mile to mile. Join us as we explore the (lack of) unique qualities that make the Equ...

Комментарии

  • @Haolekine888
    @Haolekine888 4 часа назад

    The transmission is fine. The clutch and flywheel are crap. ACT

  • @TEXAN_SHADOW
    @TEXAN_SHADOW 2 дня назад

    If you have to wrestle your 4wd you’re doing it wrong….

  • @EAFBCCTLR
    @EAFBCCTLR 3 дня назад

    Spot on review of the 6 speed. We just bought a 2024 Wrangler Sport with the manual. After only 3 days of ownership/driving the delta between 3rd and 4th is really noticeable and 5th/6th are for 70 mph and 80 mph highway cruising. Which, 80 is the speed limit on parts of I 90 out west. So, it does work, just had to change my brains previous manual trans (normal) shifting points. Progress?? 😂

  • @chrisgill7824
    @chrisgill7824 7 дней назад

    I have a 2024 Rubicon Auto and it tows great. 70mph with my 4k pound boat it runs great. Uses 7th, and it even engine brakes going downhill on its own. It acts like it has a tow/haul mode even though it doesn't have a selection for it.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 3 дня назад

      Curious, what other vehicles have you towed with in the past?

  • @mblake0420
    @mblake0420 8 дней назад

    My max tow gladiator at 7500lbs 33 inch tires in mountains of wv, towed great with the auto and 4.10 gears. The auto you drove had 3.73 gears.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 8 дней назад

      Thanks for the info! I figured gearing would definitely help. I'd like to run this back with a Max Tow!

    • @mblake0420
      @mblake0420 8 дней назад

      @LookitThisReview an auto rubicon or majave is basically the same minus rear spring rate

    • @mblake0420
      @mblake0420 8 дней назад

      @@LookitThisReview trans programming may be slightly different

  • @americanrambler4972
    @americanrambler4972 12 дней назад

    Basically we have 3 different vehicle configurations for the Gladiator. We have the sport/willis, Rubicon/Rubicon X and Mojave/Mojave X. (The other models are just slight variations of these 3.) the sport is the base package that actually does everything good overall. The Rubicon is the specialized trail stump jumper and rock crawler that is absolutely great out of the box for that. The Mojave is the whoopie go fast cross country version of the Rubicon with some of the specialized rock stuff switched out for the go fast off road stuff. I wonder just how much value and general all around goodness and usefulness people are giving up when they step down away from the specialized more expensive models. In short, are the $20,000 plus in upgrades buying you buying you $20,000 more goodness at the end of the day for most folks? I have been digging around for vids on the sport model end of these jeeps to see just how much you are really giving up with the more entry levels. Not every body goes to the extreme ends of the hard core off roading bash and thrash. Many only go to up to the level 5 to 7 and do less crazy and wild.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 11 дней назад

      @@americanrambler4972 that's a great point and I actually have a video planned that speaks more about this subject, using vehicles like the VW Golf/GTI and Ram/TRX as examples similar to the Jeep lineup! I'm writing it now and shooting soon so stay tuned!

  • @americanrambler4972
    @americanrambler4972 12 дней назад

    For 2025, the manual is no longer available on the Gladiator.

  • @americanrambler4972
    @americanrambler4972 12 дней назад

    I came to this review because I wanted to see what a soft top is like for year round use. Most of this episode was the traction of the traction stability and 4x4 transfer case with an oh, by the way trailer on the soft top. So, overall, how about a more complete episode on the overall performance and usefulness of the soft top? I ask, because the hard top upgrade is an expensive option on any Jeep. The hard top is a $1695 option on the 2025 gladiator.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 11 дней назад

      @@americanrambler4972 really appreciate the feedback! I used the soft top as the focus in the video description because it was the most unique part of this winter test, but really I used the opportunity to do a bigger overview. I can definitely make a soft top specific video in the coming weeks! Stay tuned!

  • @americanrambler4972
    @americanrambler4972 12 дней назад

    I had an 1988 Jeep Comanche 4.0L 5 speed part time standard 4x4 transfer case. I know exactly what you’re talking about gearing wise. 5th gear was basically useless. It came with the 3:08 gears in the rear ends. And overdrive was if I remember correctly a 0.74 to one. 4th was 1 to 1. 4th and 5th were really bad for acceleration. 3rd was the best gear to use overall for around town get up and go. My favorite tire size to use was the 225/70R15 touring tire with an all season tread. (The tire size the factory put on the Comanche eliminator models.) I did not have a tach so I don’t know what RPM I was running in each gear. I know that today no self respecting Jeep guy will do it, but instead of running 34, 35 and 37 inch tires, stay in the 32 and 33 or even 30 inch tire size range and the responsiveness will be much improved with the manual transmission. Running the shorter tires is like changing the rear gears to a more reasonable ratio. And the on road steering sharpness and response will improve noticeably. I put close to 300,000 miles on my Comanche before I sold it. I ran it hard and put it up wet. I beat the tar out of it. I used it like a truck.and it held up well over all. The secret? Keep everything on it lubed up and take a reasonable amount of care and caution with how you treat it. Note. I literally tore the transfer case skid plate off of it. It hung down too low and was catching on stumps and rocks. Once it came off, I left it off because the Comanche had the extra frame rail box sections the XJ Cherokee did not get so the the transfer case was still somewhat protected and my break over ground clearance improved significantly. Both the front end and gas tank skid plates got used and protected the tank and front axle and steering. The exhaust was also up out of the way and was protected as well. The Comanche was a good truck. What hurt it was it was never offered in a stretch cab.

  • @americanrambler4972
    @americanrambler4972 12 дней назад

    I had an 1988 Jeep Comanche 4.0L 5 speed part time standard 4x4 transfer case. I know exactly what you’re talking about gearing wise. 5th gear was basically useless. It came with the 3:08 gears in the rear ends. And overdrive was if I remember correctly a 0.74 to one. 4th was 1 to 1. 4th and 5th were really bad for acceleration. 3rd was the best gear to use overall for around town get up and go. My favorite tire size to use was the 225/70R15 touring tire with an all season tread. (The tire size the factory put on the Comanche eliminator models.) I did not have a tach so I don’t know what RPM I was running in each gear. I know that today no self respecting Jeep guy will do it, but instead of running 34, 35 and 37 inch tires, stay in the 32 and 33 or even 30 inch tire size range and the responsiveness will be much improved with the manual transmission. Running the shorter tires is like changing the rear gears to a more reasonable ratio. And the on road steering sharpness and response will improve noticeably. I put close to 300,000 miles on my Comanche before I sold it. I ran it hard and put it up wet. I beat the tar out of it. I used it like a truck.and it held up well over all. The secret? Keep everything on it lubed up and take a reasonable amount of care and caution with how you treat it. Note. I literally tore the transfer case skid plate off of it. It hung down too low and was catching on stumps and rocks. Once it came off, I left it off because the Comanche had the extra frame rail box sections the XJ Cherokee did not get so the the transfer case was still somewhat protected and my break over ground clearance improved significantly. Both the front end and gas tank skid plates got used and protected the tank and front axle and steering. The exhaust was also up out of the way and was protected as well. The Comanche was a good truck. What hurt it was it was never offered in a stretch cab.

  • @johnd5600
    @johnd5600 13 дней назад

    Hello, I have a JL manual as well. But do you hear a clunk once in a while after shirting from 1st to 2nd and sometimes 3rd on low rpm’s? It usually happens while taking off the load and reengage.

  • @johnd5600
    @johnd5600 13 дней назад

    Hello, I have a JL manual as well. But do you hear a clunk once in a while after shirting from 1st to 2nd and sometimes 3rd on low rpm’s? It usually happens while taking off the load and reengage.

  • @paulosouza3369
    @paulosouza3369 17 дней назад

    I'm considering to update my JK to a JL... but the more I dig into it, the more I'm changing my mind, specially if start calculating the amount of money to add over it to reach the same modification level.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 17 дней назад

      @@paulosouza3369 What all would you need to do to the JL?

    • @paulosouza3369
      @paulosouza3369 17 дней назад

      @@LookitThisReview the basic to run 38's decently, just like my jku is now after about 8yrs building it. I'm running a dyna PR44u on the front, most likely something that I would not be able to do immediately on the JL, but re-gearing, and getting a decent lift to start, for sure, besides some minor things like lights, wiring, a vhf and there it goes. If you put on the calculator... perhaps a v8 swap will be a better option whenever my engine give up.

  • @stephenuzzle9060
    @stephenuzzle9060 20 дней назад

    Thanks Man..I'm 58..a REAL JEEP IS MANUAL

  • @losersquadhd1234
    @losersquadhd1234 28 дней назад

    This sounds like Jeep tried to modernize the manual experience. Less feedback on the slave, allows for a more refined experience, cable shifter means less vibrations from the driveline. But also measn that the cable stretch a little, which I believe is what can be described as loosening up. I don’t agree with this philosophy at all, a manual is supposed to be more engaging, not less.

  • @iejaeoif8
    @iejaeoif8 Месяц назад

    2023 Willy’s diesel auto trans getting 25-26mpg highway. And the power is outstanding, towed a Dodge ram 2500 and barely knew it was there.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 29 дней назад

      @@iejaeoif8 that's awesome. My gas with the stick isn't a good tower. Stay tuned for a review. 🙃

  • @yupdatscookie
    @yupdatscookie Месяц назад

    Excellent and informative review Sir! Are you ready for a long-winded comment? 😂 I owned a ‘95 Wrangler for about 16 years. Pretty much stock everything, including a one piece hard top. Talk about a noisy ride, that thing made every mid-drive combo a yelling match! Not to mention that the one pice hard top was extremely difficult to remove by myself. It was a manual 6, which I loved for all the reasons people do, but I was a much younger man back then. That in-line 6 engine got me through about 218,000 miles, until I sold it to a good friend in need. Now, some years later I’ve been in the market for a new vehicle that I think I would love and immediately came back home to that “Jeep Thing”. Initially, I began studying the newest Wranglers, Rubicon specifically. I quickly realized the many benefits of the Gladiator models, if for no other reason than keeping the interior clean when hauling anything. I test drove the 2024 Mojave and the Mojave-X models (both 8-speed automatic) and noticed a significant difference in noise reduction between the two and a MAJOR difference compared to my old Wrangler. The X model has acoustic muffling tiles on the front Freedom Panels, which seemed to reduce the noise. Granted it does have a 12.3” screen, which I’m ok with, but it looks like I’m sacrificing some AC vents. I went with the X model and am pricking it up next week. Thanks again for your review and if you’re interested in hearing about my experience for the first few thousand miles I’d be happy to share!

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 29 дней назад

      @@yupdatscookie dude that's awesome, congratulations!! I'm anxious to know what you think after living with the new one for some time! Let me know!

  • @joelerma331
    @joelerma331 Месяц назад

    Put a k&n filter in the air filter and change your damn stock muffler and get your own snorkel what's a k&n air filter give you more power more torque save on gas ⛽

  • @smallbiztips_jas
    @smallbiztips_jas Месяц назад

    Totally agree with your review. Fourth, fifth and sixth gear are redundant. I need to be at 80mph before i even think about sixth gear. I've driven many manual transmissions and i've stalled this 4 times already which is more than i stalled my Tremac GTO that i drove 300,000 miles. I thought it was me. Thanks for the video

  • @shadvan9494
    @shadvan9494 Месяц назад

    its not all Wrangler and gladiators that have the clutch problem. several friends and family members have JL's that have manuals and theirs are fine. I think it was only a couple of years with the clutch issue, honestly i like the Aisin AL6 compared to the NSG370 that was in my 2015 Rubicon Hard Rock Editon. my only complaint is that I think first gear is way too low. the AL6 gear rations are 1st - 5.13, 2nd -2.63, 3rd- 1.53, 4th - 1.00, 5th - 0.81 - 19% overdrive, and 6th - .072 - or 28% overdrive and a 3.53 reverse. the old NSG370 was 1st - 4.46, 2nd -2.61, 3rd- 1.72, 4th - 1.25, 5th - 1.0- and 6th - .084 - or 16% overdrive and a 4.06 reverse. the first gear on both the AL6 and NSG370 is a little too low for my liking, i would have preferred somewhere around 4.2 - 4.0 :1 ratio. first gear goes too quick when turning a corner from a standing stop and you need to shift about 1/2-3/4 of the way through the turn. a higher ratio first gear would solve that. the 2-6 gears on the NSG 370 are about perfect, but i would have preferred a better 6th ratio around a .78:1. for better highway cruising. the 5.13 ration on the ALs is just way too low, and it a big jump from 5:13 to 2.62 for second. also, the double over drive is useless. unless you have rear end gears lower than 4.56. that said. I really like the AL6 its less prone to vibration and noise than the old NSG370. also, the 4wd lever is not part of the transmission. it is the transfer case. the NP231 and 241R used in the wrangler have always been hard to get into 4low. the key is following the proper procedure to shift into low. the proper procedure for 4 high is just grab it and pull it into 4 high, for 4 Low with an automatic transmission, is to have a slow roll <3mph put the transmission in neutral, and then shift all the way down into 4low. for a manual. it's a little more complicated, put the trans in neutral, then let out the clutch, shift from 4 high to 4 low, push in the clutch and then put the trans back in gear and release the clutch. also, it is important to change the fluid in the manual transmission fluid and transfer case fluid on a regular basis. i use 15000 miles for mine, but i think the Maintenace manual says 30k miles.

  • @boldstevejob4085
    @boldstevejob4085 Месяц назад

    I just bought my JL 2 door sport manual. Yes the fifth and sixth gear really lack of power but I still will buy the manual over the auto. Manual is what the jeeps all about.

  • @darthvollmer
    @darthvollmer Месяц назад

    off-road+ performs different adjustments, for 4hi or 4lo; you shifted to 4lo and then talked about the adjustments for 4hi! Arg!!!! In 4lo, that button will engage the front brakes, and using BLD, will enable "rock mode" and give you a simulated-front-locker. In 4hi, that button will give you "sand mode" ( that you described ). While those button features are pretty awesome and fun, for the places that I've been, 4hi/4lo w/out that button, have been just fine, and mostly preferable. Honestly, I've only pressed that button for fuzzies, or just to see what happens for certain situations. For example, in 4" of slick snow ( or less ), I would probably be in 4hi and NOT press that button ( if I wanted traction ) to help keep the engine detuned. Same situation, for doing donuts, I would absolutely press that button in a heart beat and go rippin. ;-) I've had only 1 case, slipping on some slick rock in 2hi, where 4lo probably would have got me up and over, but 4lo w/ OR+ engaged didn't even spin in the slightest - it did way better than I expected.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 29 дней назад

      @@darthvollmer hold up... How have I never heard all of this? Time to break out the owners manual 😅

  • @TheBevo67
    @TheBevo67 Месяц назад

    i have a 23 Mojave - my mods: i installed rubicon-style rock sliders behind the rear wheels, apex autolynx and 35s. i absolutely love my rig. i was just on a cross-country trip from Virginia with a couple of weeks stop-over in WY and MT, then onto Washington state and back. The entire trip was awesome.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 29 дней назад

      @@TheBevo67 that's awesome. What was your average mpg on that trip?

    • @TheBevo67
      @TheBevo67 29 дней назад

      @@LookitThisReview 18-ish .. more or less

  • @unwrangler11
    @unwrangler11 Месяц назад

    When I got my JKU I kicked around the idea of manual because I love the interaction. The thing that held me back was the reliability factor. The auto trans is pretty bulletproof doing water, mud, etc. where I heard that if water got on the clutch plate it will slip. Also clutch plates are a wear item, and need to be replaced when they wear down and slip. I sacrificed the fun factor for more reliability but I do agree with you, manuals are way more fun to drive.

  • @KubanKevin
    @KubanKevin Месяц назад

    I would buy my JTR manual over and over again. Never letting it go.

  • @user-og9nr1fd9y
    @user-og9nr1fd9y 2 месяца назад

    I’m with you on elbow issues I want one but it always comes down to comfort and I just can’t pull the trigger.

  • @user-og9nr1fd9y
    @user-og9nr1fd9y 2 месяца назад

    Quick question does the gladiator wander all over road like wrangler. Thanks. Nice video

  • @HernonLucas
    @HernonLucas 2 месяца назад

    Look every manual is just like people. Everyone manual is an individual designed by the manufacturer as their BEST perceived compromise. If you are a skilled driver you learn to adapt to the transmission! Most mechanical devices will NOT adapt to you. People who have driven numerous manuals over their lifetime adapt skillfully and automatically. I pride myself on being able to go from a 2 spd. Powerglide to an 18 speed Eaton Fuller. Don't forget the bygone days of twin stick non-synchromesh crash boxes. I have a '22 2dr. JL Sport S with Michelins and I have a '16 6spd. cummins. The cummins clutch & tranny are superior. I also drive a '16 M-B Smart with a 5spd. manual. A fine drive train. My '98 TJ Wrangler Sport built for off road use only with 36" Iroks has a clunky shifting 5 spd. Aisin but the torquey 4 liter and strong clutch still work well together after 26 years and 50K miles. I agree the clutch in the Wrangler is miserable at launch but OK on the move. I adjusted to the Wrangler drivetrain in about 1K miles. I accepted the drivetrain for what it is. With 51K on the odometer and no clutch recall work done yet I still enjoy driving the vehicle. Also you made no mention of the required 4400 RPM to get the measly 260 ft. lbs. of torque from the 3.6 Pentastar. Backing up a trailer with the Wrangler is a real challenge. Thank God Jeep at least continues to offer a manual drivetrain in the Wrangler only! I Have owned a dozen previous new vehicles with manual transmissions over the last 50 years. ONLY the Wrangler continues to offer the Manual gearbox. I celebrate and worship it! I am not religious but I almost pray that a future JN will continue to offer a manual gearbox!

  • @Sepulkrum
    @Sepulkrum 2 месяца назад

    I like the manual

  • @jakewade7388
    @jakewade7388 2 месяца назад

    Maybe I missed it, what axle ratio does your jeep have?

  • @wusaint
    @wusaint 2 месяца назад

    Had my Mojave now for a year. Only 16k on the odometer and much like you haven't taken it off-road yet. Eventually I will.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 29 дней назад

      @@wusaint I'm sure it will impress you like mine did for me! Very capable vehicles! Enjoy!

    • @wusaint
      @wusaint 29 дней назад

      @LookitThisReview been to the beach multiple times. It's super fun there lol

  • @bowstobourbon
    @bowstobourbon 2 месяца назад

    I think im going to go for one if i can find a good deal! awesome vid thanks

  • @danielphillipsmusic9145
    @danielphillipsmusic9145 2 месяца назад

    Stellantis is a clownshow. The 6spd manual I’m my 16 JKR is at 200k miles and still functions perfectly on the original clutch.

  • @kodisells7897
    @kodisells7897 2 месяца назад

    Just my thoughts, if the gear ratios were closer I think it might affect the low range torque to where you may find yourself out of the torque band. It would be interesting to compare the rubicon to the Mojave due to them having different gearing. The rubicon maybe the one to get with the manual, and then get the auto in everything else since the gearing is taller, thus having the shorter ratios in the auto would make the drivability better.

  • @HikerAL1946
    @HikerAL1946 2 месяца назад

    Great video. I have a 2022 Rubicon Unlimited and never use 6th gear on the road due to the lack of torque. I use 4th and 5th gear on the highways (mostly 5th). If you are going up lots of hills I either need to be in 4th or need to be going over 70mph. I had some of the problems you mentioned with the clutch take-up until I got used to it. I have driven only manual transmission vehicles all my life and currently have 3 vehicles (all manuals). The jeep is the most difficult transmission to modulate (haven't had the recall work done yet). I tend to give it more gas in 1st when I am taking off from a dead stop due to the possibility of a stall.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      @@HikerAL1946 I appreciate the feedback. Have you done any off-roading or towing yet? I just posted my first video wheeling with this Jeep and I have a tow video coming soon! Curious to hear your input.

    • @HikerAL1946
      @HikerAL1946 2 месяца назад

      @@LookitThisReview Not yet. I bought the Rubicon since I thought it was the best looking model of the lineup and since it is relatively new I haven't taken it off road or towed anything yet. My son keeps bugging me to do so. Regarding the clutch/pressure plate recall - my dealer is fixing the Wrangler manuals starting with the oldest first. My year hasn't come up yet. Now that you described the changes you have seen after the recall fix I am looking forward to experiencing the difference.

  • @dduke454
    @dduke454 2 месяца назад

    I'm glad someone posted about the gearing in the transmission. I bought a 22 Rubicon manual and couldn't take it after a month with the supercar gearing in 5-6th.

  • @BisonTrackGear
    @BisonTrackGear 2 месяца назад

    Look at that Bison livery!

  • @mblake0420
    @mblake0420 2 месяца назад

    I have the max tow sport with the auto. I pulled a 1990 v8 firebird with a uhaul trailer (hard top required) and that was very close to maximum legal weight rating. I pulled it for 4 hours and it did great, i pull things professionally btw.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      Max Tow is the one to have if you're planning to tow anything. I did a video towing with an auto Overland Gladiator on our sister channel and I have a Mojave towing video coming soon. ruclips.net/video/XwGnQJTMaeo/видео.html

    • @mblake0420
      @mblake0420 2 месяца назад

      @@LookitThisReview yes 1650lbs payload has rubicon axels minus lockers, gets lsd and 410 gears.

    • @mblake0420
      @mblake0420 2 месяца назад

      @LookitThisReview it's basically a rubicon/mojave without the lockers and 4to1 xcasewithout lockers and tighter rear springs

  • @mblake0420
    @mblake0420 2 месяца назад

    I think with the 8 speed transmission, the 4 to 1 transfer case isnt a big deal. With tracton control either is front locker. You have a stronger front axel as well. Its an ok trade.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      Agreed 100%! In fact I talked about the traction control factor in my "sub zero" video. I figured the reinforced frame, cast iron front end parts and 4-HI diff lock suited my needs better than the Rubicon stuff. I could always add a front locker later anyway!

  • @jonjansky
    @jonjansky 2 месяца назад

    Well done, thanks.

  • @kerplunk38880
    @kerplunk38880 2 месяца назад

    I had to get rid of my 2023 Gladiator. If there is any sort of wind you need ear plugs to drive the vehicle. It is SO LOUD it is ridiculous.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      @@kerplunk38880 it's not for everyone. Even the hard top is loud compared to "typical" trucks. Even with the soft top I don't mind the noise too much but to be sure, there are days it wears me out.

    • @kerplunk38880
      @kerplunk38880 2 месяца назад

      @@LookitThisReview Yes. It was tolerable until there was any sort of side or headwind at highway speeds.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      @@kerplunk38880 yep those are the days I get worn out. 😅

  • @horaciolopez7721
    @horaciolopez7721 3 месяца назад

    So it seams like the manuals need a very aggressive final drive ratio.

  • @Giggra
    @Giggra 3 месяца назад

    I have a 2024 Jeep Wrangler Sport S 6 speed manual on the train heading to me right now. Is it safe to run the transmission in a higher RPM? It's been over 14 years since i owned a manual.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      Congrats on your new Jeep! Hopefully you got it by now. Anyway, it's totally fine to run any vehicle at higher RPMs the main concern will be loss of MPGs of course.

  • @jimmycannon8057
    @jimmycannon8057 3 месяца назад

    I just bought my wife a new 2024 gladiator rubicon 6 speed manual and she loves it. We are older and we prefer manual transmissions. Nothing against the automatics because they are nice to. I do agree that the clutch is a little tricky to get used to.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      The automatic is really great in these vehicles but the manual is fun! Congrats on the '24 Rubicon!

  • @Larbr000
    @Larbr000 3 месяца назад

    I had the first year of the new body style with the manual, loved it. I just saw something on a lawsuit regarding the manual transmission for these.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      There are probably some class-action suits out there but honestly all CA lawsuits against car companies are nothing more than cash grabs for lawyers. FCA has addressed the clutch issue in full now with their latest recall, replacing the entire assembly and reflashing the ECU.

  • @00DUCK
    @00DUCK 3 месяца назад

    When you talk about fuel mileage are you talking about the average over a complete tank or mpg in real time? I am only concerned with the overall average each tank. I use a fuel app to keep track of my mustang's fuel economy. My 2018 mustang GT would get anywhere from 13 -27 mpg average per tank depending on how I drove it. Cool truck, nonetheless and I am looking forward to when I purchase mine soon.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      Good question... I think. The short-term (real time) MPGs affect the overall long term MPGs, so it all goes hand-in-hand.

  • @NoLimitsCommemorativ
    @NoLimitsCommemorativ 3 месяца назад

    I hated it. Not enough of a mechanical feel with the clutch- insanely too light and my Bronco wasn't any better either. Had to sub for ZF8 and it's honestly a better driving experience for Jl. My JK 2 door has a way better feeling shifting experience than the JL.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      Curious if you drove a JL with the recalled clutch, or one with the pre-recall clutch?

  • @Lyudtaru
    @Lyudtaru 3 месяца назад

    I wish ecodiesel came with a manual. 😢

  • @jester5980
    @jester5980 3 месяца назад

    Everything you said is spot on…2024 wrangler owner!!

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      Hey thanks! I guess I'm right every now and then! haha

  • @scottluna4249
    @scottluna4249 3 месяца назад

    I love my mojave. No complaints for me whatsoever. Gas mileage it’s not really a problem for me since I knew jeeps are not that great for that. You get a jeep for the adventure and fun factor. They’re meant for off-roading and overlanding and that’s why I got it for. Great video btw.

    • @LookitThisReview
      @LookitThisReview 2 месяца назад

      Thanks Scott! I agree with you! Check out my latest video posted tonight, I give my impressions of the manual off-road!