@@TheEPICBeardedGinger Anytime. Sure enjoy watching your videos and occasional adventures with Casey250 and The Story Till Now! Keep them videos coming and I'll keep watching!
Cool beans - Any mods you want to do has nothing to do with your warranty unless they can prove that a part you added caused another part to fail. The best idea is to find a dealership that is off-road friendly and check with them on what you want to do. We have a few dealerships in our area that are great in regards to modded Jeeps and we have many that are terrible.
Great looking! My problem is I am super impatient and would want it all done at once haha guess I better start working my patience and piece mine together slowly hahaha
It's nice to piece together different upgrades and then try them out... allows you to appreciate what you've done and inform your future mods with experience and knowledge.
We are kindred spirits. I have a Rubicon but am in the process of making almost all the same upgrades you have on your truck. The Teraflex website says you need less than 4.75 backspacing on the rear rim for the extended travel sway bar to avoid rubbing. I believe those rims have 5.2. Are they mounted with a wheel spacer or flush to the hub? If the later, have you noticed any rubbing between the rear sway bar and wheel?
I mean, I could say you should have gotten the rubi but selling those shocks alone should probably cover an arb air locker for the front and you get to keep the hydro bumps and beef... I never plan on pounding my truck relentlessly which is why I'm fine with the standard frame the Rubicon has, and the rubi doesn't need to be regeared like the others since the transfercase is just so much lower. That hood looks amazing, but I also love the rubi hood and aftermarket accessories fit it much better. Build looks amazing though and that thing must be unstoppable on the trails... especially if you have the belly armored up and just drag whatever needs to be dragged over. . After seeing someone's video where they bobbed the bed to 4' I can't stop thinking about that. But I'd prefer a flatbed like the PCOR one or RSI smart tray. Really sets off the gladiators style like a 79 series and cleans up a lot of the departure issues.
All in all I just wanted a different platform to build off of for a change so The Mojave came at the perfect time to trying some different parts and make something cool.
How did you make the front shocks work? Did you drill the shock sleeves for the 14mm bolts or did you install the mojave shock bushing kit from teraflex? Thanks in advance
So, given that everything that makes a Mojave a Mojave is gone except for the hood n stickers, would you do a Mojave again? Or just do a rubicon and get the front locker too??
I truly bought this Mojave for the style of it both exterior and interior, the fact the frame and some brackets are beefed up and it comes with hydraulic front bump stops is a great bonus, so all in all I love it
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger I’m so glad I found this video. My plan has been to get the 2021 Sport S w/ max tow, add the Ripp supercharger, same teraflex/ falcon suspension, but with 35s. I see you have 37s on yours. I’d love to do that but would I have to re-gear the 4:10? If so what ratio and how does that affect the rip superchargers performance? I’ll be using mine as a daily with some mild weekend off-roading here in the sunshine state. Thanks for the great video.
The thing that concerns me about all vehicle wraps is possible damage to the actual paint after years of being baked onto the surface. Especially this protective stuff that's basically designed to melt. 5-10 years from now when you want to remove/replace it, will it still be a firm stretchy material that comes off same as it went on? Or a crumbly mess that needs to be practically sanded off?
We love the Baja Boss ATs. Low rolling resistance, weight is good, tread pattern is pretty aggressive but quiet. Lots to like here. We've run them on most of our vehicles this year and they've done very well.
@@EPIC-4WD that is exactly what I’m looking for. Anything to bring my MPGs up even a little haha how do they handle in DEEP snow up on the mountains? Or is it too early in the year to tell?
@@EPIC-4WD Comparing the depth of the siping to tread height, are the sipes a consistent depth throughout the sipe's length ?(hopfully full depth and not two smaller sipes when then tread is half worn down), also any difference between the outer and inner lug siping ?
Hey bro I recently got the terraflex 3.5 inch lift on my Mojave too but recently it when I hit a couple bumps the rear of the truck sounds like it hitting like wood planks or something of that sound and feel. Is that normal ? Hope that makes sense
Yeah, no we'd still get the Mojave. The frame enhancements, the steering wheel and seats... the hood... Really the only Mojave downside is the lack of swaybar disconnect which is easily solved as we did here.
Did you use caster correction brackets? I have a 2021 jt rubicon diesel, I did the teraflex 3.5” lift with the front lower ir control arms. I have 37” bajaboss mt tires and it feels rough. I have stock fox shock with shock extensions for now. I’m not sure why it’s so rough, I was thinking maybe if I add the caster correction brackets will smooth it out. FYI it feels rough at speeds over 55 and 60. I also installed the rear drag link relocation bracket and front steersmarts drag link
Anyone else notice the sequential turn signals were out of sync when the flashers were on? @Ginger, PLEASE let us know if they stay in sync or not. I like the night rider theme but not if I'll look like Steve Buscemi at Cars and Coffee...
@@paulmills8620 Wish they would reply with how they got the shocks to fit. I am currently using spacers for my front shocks, but would like to upgrade.
Nice video as always… but #sherpaone / #sherpalearder Would like to see some Jeep JLUR Builds…. That you’ve done recently …. Cheers everybody I’ll be seeing you soon hopefully .#MetalCloak
Run it and a stock Mojave back to back down some fast dirt roads to compare the speed and ride. It would make a great video. We have a lightly modified Mojave and it is amazing.
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger let’s meet up in Anza Borrego and give it a shot. We have a Mojave and only mod is a set of 35’s! Come on out and let’s run some trails!
Question with the extended travel rear suspension. Terraflex claims close to 17” wheel travel, you are saying 16 but with stock stock mounts it looks like closer to a 12” long travel shock? Do they mean 16” articulation which is still good for a gladiator with a sway bar attached or do they mean 16” of vertical wheel travel?
Hello, someone, do you know how to adjust the hydraulic bump stops on my mojave because at low speed they sound very loud and the noise it emits is annoying
With the additions how has this build improved actual or measurable performance versus a stock Mojave.....it'd be nice if you were to incorporate cost into the equation as well as a cost/benefit/reward factor? I'm trying to grasp just what more are you getting for the investment? Is the Mojave with all the new additions a more capable desert racer or is it a transformed Rubicon? (Please don't mention it's stance or the look of the vehicle because those variables are subjective.) Bottom line, what will this Mojave do that the stock will not do? Thanks for considering what some may see as a stupid set of questions.
Realistically the Mojave in its stock form was designed for sand dunes and long desert roads, so all upgrades we have done have brought major improvements to both speed, handling and off road capabilities. As for cost into this particular build... its a lot.
I know this is an old post, but I just read it, and so will someone else; I picked up a super deal on a new 2022 Mojave (long debate over Rubi vs Mojave), the savings over a Rubicon (having to go somewhere else to get one) will offset all my upgrades, LIKE better suspension. Watch the Teraflex video comparison vs long travel Teraflex. I never need a front locker, I don't tear up my truck on some crazy rock that is for little man to tackle, and if lifted it won't center as often so the rear locker will get me there. I would rather do that crazy big rocks with a side by side if I just have to go there. I prefer the better ride on driving these rough roads day after day after day, vs the not so smooth stock Rubi, and to get there faster too all in comfort, winner winner. I will be installing the Teraflex long travel soon enough. Smoother = Faster.
That… I one tough question, I love the economical power, milage, cheap fuel and weight carrying ability of the EcoDiesel but I love how my Mojave drives when I want to enjoy my drive instead of just cruise. So in short I love daily driving my Mojave but prefer an EcoDiesel for long adventure trips.
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger cool 😎 Thanks for the quick reply and I love the channel. You could also be a standup comedian. Can’t wait to see that 16” of rear wheel travel in action in your awesome build. Any new plans for a front locker sooner than later? I miss wheeling my old Comanche and my brother’s YJ in the Kootenays where I grew up. Smaller vehicles make it a lot easier in some ways. Gotta convince the wife to trade in our Grand Cherokee SRT for a JT...once the Mojave comes with the 392/6.4! Cheers
When I stated that I assumed other videos of ours this summer were up, my bad... We have more trip videos shot that are being edited but the Mojave is in some of Story Till Now's and Casey250's videos lately.
They are easy. 8 bolts and it will slide right off. I removed my Rubicon bumper (plastic one) and installed a stamped steel rugged ridge stubby ventador one in like 5 hours including my winch in 105f heat. I was drenched in sweat, but it's fairly easy to do.
what did you do to fit the shocks? the factory mojave susp is garbage. I went Clayton springs which ride great but im tired of being held back by the factory shocks. Is Falcon popping the factory fit or did you have to fab to fit?
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger I have the same exact lift waiting to go on as the Falcon 3.3 shocks are currently on back order (if you happen to have a set….. I WILL BUY THEM TODAY). Is it possible for you to do a short video of exactly what you did to fit the shocks? I feel a lot of people would be interested because these shocks , thanks to your amazing builds, have become very popular for us Mojave owners. Thanks in advance.!
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I am a fan of this Mojave. 😎
Love that 16” of travel
Ginger, that is one sick Gladiator!
thanks
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger Anytime. Sure enjoy watching your videos and occasional adventures with Casey250 and The Story Till Now! Keep them videos coming and I'll keep watching!
Beast of a rig! Great work 👍
Thanks! It's been a really fun build.
Looking sharp Ginger !
My mojave is a few weeks old same color. It’s a beauty straight from the factory. When the warranty is up I’ll definitely have some upgrades done
Cool beans - Any mods you want to do has nothing to do with your warranty unless they can prove that a part you added caused another part to fail. The best idea is to find a dealership that is off-road friendly and check with them on what you want to do. We have a few dealerships in our area that are great in regards to modded Jeeps and we have many that are terrible.
Saw this jeep on the way to squamish. Last Monday Thanksgiving day
Love this Mojave!🔥🔥🔥
No talk about front lockers . Would like to know about ox front locker . luv your builds .
Great looking! My problem is I am super impatient and would want it all done at once haha guess I better start working my patience and piece mine together slowly hahaha
It's nice to piece together different upgrades and then try them out... allows you to appreciate what you've done and inform your future mods with experience and knowledge.
bull bar on the oem bumper would complete the look,,,imo...badass glad regardless 👍
To rich for my blood😉
Nice looking Jeep!
Thanks Mike! Appreciate you following along!
We are kindred spirits. I have a Rubicon but am in the process of making almost all the same upgrades you have on your truck. The Teraflex website says you need less than 4.75 backspacing on the rear rim for the extended travel sway bar to avoid rubbing. I believe those rims have 5.2. Are they mounted with a wheel spacer or flush to the hub? If the later, have you noticed any rubbing between the rear sway bar and wheel?
Very nice! I love it
I mean, I could say you should have gotten the rubi but selling those shocks alone should probably cover an arb air locker for the front and you get to keep the hydro bumps and beef... I never plan on pounding my truck relentlessly which is why I'm fine with the standard frame the Rubicon has, and the rubi doesn't need to be regeared like the others since the transfercase is just so much lower. That hood looks amazing, but I also love the rubi hood and aftermarket accessories fit it much better. Build looks amazing though and that thing must be unstoppable on the trails... especially if you have the belly armored up and just drag whatever needs to be dragged over.
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After seeing someone's video where they bobbed the bed to 4' I can't stop thinking about that. But I'd prefer a flatbed like the PCOR one or RSI smart tray. Really sets off the gladiators style like a 79 series and cleans up a lot of the departure issues.
All in all I just wanted a different platform to build off of for a change so The Mojave came at the perfect time to trying some different parts and make something cool.
Tight trails just like Ocala National Forest here in Florida lol
How much does doing this cost? Ive got a stock mojave and think adding travel would be awesome
Sweet Build…
What color is that jeep? I like it
How did you make the front shocks work? Did you drill the shock sleeves for the 14mm bolts or did you install the mojave shock bushing kit from teraflex? Thanks in advance
So, given that everything that makes a Mojave a Mojave is gone except for the hood n stickers, would you do a Mojave again? Or just do a rubicon and get the front locker too??
I truly bought this Mojave for the style of it both exterior and interior, the fact the frame and some brackets are beefed up and it comes with hydraulic front bump stops is a great bonus, so all in all I love it
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger I’m so glad I found this video. My plan has been to get the 2021 Sport S w/ max tow, add the Ripp supercharger, same teraflex/ falcon suspension, but with 35s. I see you have 37s on yours. I’d love to do that but would I have to re-gear the 4:10? If so what ratio and how does that affect the rip superchargers performance? I’ll be using mine as a daily with some mild weekend off-roading here in the sunshine state. Thanks for the great video.
The thing that concerns me about all vehicle wraps is possible damage to the actual paint after years of being baked onto the surface. Especially this protective stuff that's basically designed to melt. 5-10 years from now when you want to remove/replace it, will it still be a firm stretchy material that comes off same as it went on? Or a crumbly mess that needs to be practically sanded off?
I would like to do a ripp supercharger on my gladiator. Do you come to Texas to install in
Sadly no. Driving to Texas would take a few days ;-)
Damn it’s looking good great job on it
What did you guys do with the front shocks to make it fit I know the lower shock mount is bigger than other gladiators. THX
Just drill it out.
How are you liking those Baja Boss A/Ts? I'm thinking of swapping my Maxxis RAZR M/Ts with them.
We love the Baja Boss ATs. Low rolling resistance, weight is good, tread pattern is pretty aggressive but quiet. Lots to like here. We've run them on most of our vehicles this year and they've done very well.
@@EPIC-4WD that is exactly what I’m looking for. Anything to bring my MPGs up even a little haha how do they handle in DEEP snow up on the mountains? Or is it too early in the year to tell?
@@EPIC-4WD Comparing the depth of the siping to tread height, are the sipes a consistent depth throughout the sipe's length ?(hopfully full depth and not two smaller sipes when then tread is half worn down), also any difference between the outer and inner lug siping ?
Hey bro I recently got the terraflex 3.5 inch lift on my Mojave too but recently it when I hit a couple bumps the rear of the truck sounds like it hitting like wood planks or something of that sound and feel. Is that normal ? Hope that makes sense
Certainly not normal lol. Can't say the Gladiators we build do that ;-) Time to review your rear suspension in detail!
Very very nice build! Which rock sliders are those?
Evo MFG Bomber Rockers with some custom black hardware.
So given all the changes if you had to do it again would you have just bought a Rubicon
Yeah, no we'd still get the Mojave. The frame enhancements, the steering wheel and seats... the hood... Really the only Mojave downside is the lack of swaybar disconnect which is easily solved as we did here.
@@EPIC-4WD You also don't have a good transfer case compared to what comes in the Ruby
@@TJ-po9ol The Mojave has a good transfer. Not as good for crawling, but better at off roading. You can climb, and rip while still in low.
Did you use caster correction brackets? I have a 2021 jt rubicon diesel, I did the teraflex 3.5” lift with the front lower ir control arms. I have 37” bajaboss mt tires and it feels rough. I have stock fox shock with shock extensions for now. I’m not sure why it’s so rough, I was thinking maybe if I add the caster correction brackets will smooth it out. FYI it feels rough at speeds over 55 and 60. I also installed the rear drag link relocation bracket and front steersmarts drag link
Give us a call at our shop and we can help you solve that issue as I would have some questions for you.
Anyone else notice the sequential turn signals were out of sync when the flashers were on? @Ginger, PLEASE let us know if they stay in sync or not. I like the night rider theme but not if I'll look like Steve Buscemi at Cars and Coffee...
As long as the vehicle is on and running they stay in sync.
Did you drill out the Falcon shocks to fit the front?
I would love an answer to this too. Apparently the Fox Elite 2.5 will only fit if you drill them.
@@paulmills8620 Wish they would reply with how they got the shocks to fit. I am currently using spacers for my front shocks, but would like to upgrade.
What did you have to do to the new shocks to make them work with the Mojave ?
Nice video as always… but #sherpaone / #sherpalearder Would like to see some Jeep JLUR Builds…. That you’ve done recently …. Cheers everybody I’ll be seeing you soon hopefully .#MetalCloak
Run it and a stock Mojave back to back down some fast dirt roads to compare the speed and ride. It would make a great video. We have a lightly modified Mojave and it is amazing.
That would be great just need some desert road and two trucks, hopefully one day.
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger let’s meet up in Anza Borrego and give it a shot. We have a Mojave and only mod is a set of 35’s! Come on out and let’s run some trails!
Question with the extended travel rear suspension. Terraflex claims close to 17” wheel travel, you are saying 16 but with stock stock mounts it looks like closer to a 12” long travel shock? Do they mean 16” articulation which is still good for a gladiator with a sway bar attached or do they mean 16” of vertical wheel travel?
Falcon 3.3's aren't actually a 2.25 shock. I will take a fox 3.0 internal bypass any day of the week.
Name this one Ifraaz!
this truck has been officially named "Fluffy" as you will see soon
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger EPIC fail
ripp supercharged gladiator vs ecodiesel gladiator. which do you prefer for overlanding?
Hello, someone, do you know how to adjust the hydraulic bump stops on my mojave because at low speed they sound very loud and the noise it emits is annoying
What rims are on the Mojave
With the additions how has this build improved actual or measurable performance versus a stock Mojave.....it'd be nice if you were to incorporate cost into the equation as well as a cost/benefit/reward factor? I'm trying to grasp just what more are you getting for the investment? Is the Mojave with all the new additions a more capable desert racer or is it a transformed Rubicon? (Please don't mention it's stance or the look of the vehicle because those variables are subjective.) Bottom line, what will this Mojave do that the stock will not do? Thanks for considering what some may see as a stupid set of questions.
Realistically the Mojave in its stock form was designed for sand dunes and long desert roads, so all upgrades we have done have brought major improvements to both speed, handling and off road capabilities. As for cost into this particular build... its a lot.
I know this is an old post, but I just read it, and so will someone else; I picked up a super deal on a new 2022 Mojave (long debate over Rubi vs Mojave), the savings over a Rubicon (having to go somewhere else to get one) will offset all my upgrades, LIKE better suspension. Watch the Teraflex video comparison vs long travel Teraflex. I never need a front locker, I don't tear up my truck on some crazy rock that is for little man to tackle, and if lifted it won't center as often so the rear locker will get me there. I would rather do that crazy big rocks with a side by side if I just have to go there. I prefer the better ride on driving these rough roads day after day after day, vs the not so smooth stock Rubi, and to get there faster too all in comfort, winner winner. I will be installing the Teraflex long travel soon enough. Smoother = Faster.
Do you prefer the diesel or your supercharged version?
That… I one tough question, I love the economical power, milage, cheap fuel and weight carrying ability of the EcoDiesel but I love how my Mojave drives when I want to enjoy my drive instead of just cruise. So in short I love daily driving my Mojave but prefer an EcoDiesel for long adventure trips.
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger cool 😎 Thanks for the quick reply and I love the channel. You could also be a standup comedian. Can’t wait to see that 16” of rear wheel travel in action in your awesome build. Any new plans for a front locker sooner than later? I miss wheeling my old Comanche and my brother’s YJ in the Kootenays where I grew up. Smaller vehicles make it a lot easier in some ways. Gotta convince the wife to trade in our Grand Cherokee SRT for a JT...once the Mojave comes with the 392/6.4! Cheers
So… where can we find those videos of it on the trails???
When I stated that I assumed other videos of ours this summer were up, my bad... We have more trip videos shot that are being edited but the Mojave is in some of Story Till Now's and Casey250's videos lately.
Sick build…was the rubicon steel bumper a difficult install? Thinking about doing that myself
They are easy. 8 bolts and it will slide right off. I removed my Rubicon bumper (plastic one) and installed a stamped steel rugged ridge stubby ventador one in like 5 hours including my winch in 105f heat. I was drenched in sweat, but it's fairly easy to do.
Its easy minus trimming almost two inches nicely off the bottom edge of the bumper so it cleanly clearly the Mojave skid plate.
Mf Godzilla bro. That glad is sick.
What’s the horses under that biachhh
suppose to be around 380HP at the rear wheels but we haven't made it to the Dyno yet.
Great build! Is the supercharger definitely worth it? I’d love to see a drag race between this and the 392 just to see the difference
Not sure on the 392, but this Jeep is damn fast. Faster than any Jeep should be.
What does that lift cost?
🤩🤩🤩
Does the sway bar disconnect still work
Yes… I’m curious about that too.
I replaced the Apex Links with a brand new Rubicon Swaybar Disconnect system that we converted to manual using a part from Evo.
what did you do to fit the shocks? the factory mojave susp is garbage. I went Clayton springs which ride great but im tired of being held back by the factory shocks. Is Falcon popping the factory fit or did you have to fab to fit?
I had to install JT rear Falcon shock bushing too and bottom and machined a spacer for the front upper offset.
@@TheEPICBeardedGinger I have the same exact lift waiting to go on as the Falcon 3.3 shocks are currently on back order (if you happen to have a set….. I WILL BUY THEM TODAY). Is it possible for you to do a short video of exactly what you did to fit the shocks? I feel a lot of people would be interested because these shocks , thanks to your amazing builds, have become very popular for us Mojave owners. Thanks in advance.!
That's not a tight trail?.It's an Invasion of the Body scratchers.
🤢Sick!!!🤢🍻🐊😎
Thanks for following along Sam!
🙄🙄🤔🤔 show a real trail please what is the cost? A fortune I believe
We prefer not to add it all up, its scary