HOW TO Install a Lift Kit on a Jeep Gladiator Truck for Beginners
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- Опубликовано: 29 апр 2024
- Installing a lift kit on a Jeep JT Gladiator is something you can totally do yourself and in this DIY video, made for beginners, we'll show you exactly how to do it. While the kit featured is made by EVO Manufacturing, the step-by-step instructions will apply to most any standard coil and shock suspension system, from a basic 2” budget boost up to a 4.5”+ lift, complete with adjustable control arms and track bars. Of course, every tool you’ll need is identified, torque settings are stated and tips and tricks to help make the process easier, are provided as well. Trust me, this is something you can do!
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TOOLS YOU'LL NEED
• 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24mm Sockets & Wrenches
• 9/16" Sockets & Wrenches
• 1-7/8" Crows Foot
• Socket Swivel
• Ratchet
• Short Ratchet Extension
• Long Ratchet Extension
• Torque Wrench 10-80 ft. lb.
• Torque Wrench 25-250 ft. lb.
• Vice Grips
• Floor Jack
• Jack Stands
• Pry Bar
• Rolling Head Pry Bar
• Trim Pry Tool
• Dykes
• Hammer
• Drill
• 3/8" Metal Drilling Bit
• Tape Measure
• Spray Mount
• Brake Fluid
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I should have paid money for this. Pure Masterclass.
LOL - happy to hear you found our video to be informative 😎
Simply the best and most detailed on the YT. Super helpful!
Humbled that you would say as much and glad to hear you find our videos to be helpful 😎
No one does DIY videos better than you guys!
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Truly humbled that you would say as much, thank you 😊
The best install videos on RUclips. Thank you!
Humbled to hear you say as much and glad to hear you find our videos to be informative.
That's an impressive torque wrench.
I’m the proud owner of a Land Rover Defender but I’m enjoying your videos since five years ago (at least). Awesome job always! Thanks for sharing!
Really do appreciate you saying as much and glad to hear you enjoy our videos 😎
Defender 90 i hope. Those babies are just simply awesome.
I bought my first Jeep product, a 2024 Gladiator Rubicon X 3 weeks ago, but before I did I think I watched just about every one of your videos. They are very informative, helpful, but also gives me ideas for future mods I think I want to do. After watching videos like this it really should give the relative beginner confidence in doing some of the work themselves.
That is awesome! So glad to hear you find our videos to be informative and congratulations to you on your new Jeep!
Duuuuuude I just talked myself out of a 4 1/2" lift to not have to deal with drag link flips and driveshafts lol, then you post this. Killing me here!!!! Look's absolutely amazing!
LOL - If you're thinking about it, I would say to do it.
@@wayalife Curious your thoughts of the Bilsteins over the Kings with that kit? I know you haven't had them on long, have you had them on other Jeeps that made you go that route?
@@pchappy2.0Assuming you get the Bilsteins that EVO sells, they will be valved to their coils and for daily driving, I would say they feel pretty much the same as the Kings. Even off road, the ride quality is similar but where the Kings shine is when driving hard and fast across the desert and for long periods of time. In this situation, the Bilsteins will fade.
@@wayalife Makes total sense with the lack of remote reservoir for the fade, but good to know they ride well. Thanks sir, now I have to go spend money 🤣
Your how to’s are the best. Well prepared and you explain everything in detail while providing many helpful hints. Thanks for sharing 👍.
We really do appreciate it. Hope they are helpful to you 😎
Love the setup. Hopefully, one day, mine can look like that 😂😂
Glad you like what you see and hope you're able to get yours looking the same soon.
Wish I had your garage😅, great video
Glad you enjoyed the video and the garage is something I worked long and hard to get. Happy to finally have it 😎
Great job, Eddie. Outstanding camera work, Cindy. This was an enjoyable video. OIIIIIIIO😎👍
Thank you kindly! Glad you enjoyed our video 😎
Yet another great informative video Eddie. I appreciate the amount of work you and Cindy put into your videos. One of these days I gotta go wheeling with you both.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and it would be great if we could wheel together some day :)
Great step by step tutorial! I appreciate you providing all the torque values because I will be installing a lift on my Gladiator in a couple weeks and will be using your video for reference. 👍
Glad it was helpful!
It wanders all over the road. Thank you for replying.
Factory caster on a JK is +4.2°. You really need it to be at least that much in order for your Jeep to track straight. If you don't already have them, installing adjustable lower control arms and lengthening them a bit will allow you to achieve this. More caster will help even more BUT if you go too much, you will run the risk of developing driveline vibrations. Also, if you're running anything more than 30 psi in your tires, that won't help anything either as you'll be riding on the crown of your tread.
Eddie, Great video. The problem is you make it look to easy.😀It nice that you call out all the tools and sizes.
LOL - Happy to hear you found our video to be helpful 😎
The only thing I need now is a gladiator. 😀
Hope you're able to get one sooner than later 👍
@@wayalife Yes, would fit perfectly between my 2 door Wrangler JL Diesel and my RAM 1500 HEMI. 🛻
That Gladiator looks amazing!! Thank you for sharing this information with us.
Happy to hear you found our video to be useful and glad you like what you see.
I've done brake bleeding by myself, but I think I get a better pedal when I have someone helping. Gladiator looks great!
Without question, having someone help out is the fastest and easier way to bleed brakes but not everyone has that luxury and that's why I showed it this way. Also, so long as you get all the air out of the system, doing it yourself shouldn't make any difference in pedal feel. Certainly, mine feels nice and firm, just like it did before replacing my brake lines. Glad you like the look of the Gladiator 😎
Well done Eddie & Cindy!!
Thank you. Happy to hear you enjoyed the video 😎
That's a thing of beauty right there. Nicely done
Thank you! Glad you like what you see 😎
Amazing video! Thank you so much for taking the time to walk us through the process! You continue to be my favorite channel on YT….by far!!!!
Happy to hear you enjoyed the video and we're truly humbled by your kind words 😊
Happy to see your videos again, they always make my week!!
We apologize for being gone so long and happy to know that you enjoy our videos.
GREAT JOB... GREAT FAN OF YOURS..❤ KEEP IT UP 👍 ...
Thank you, we really do appreciate and glad you enjoyed the video.
Great video! Don’t even have a JT (yet), just fun to watch the master at work. 👍
Thank you my friend and hope you're able to get a Gladiator too 😎
Great video! Very good detailed instructions.
Glad you enjoyed it!
He's back❤
LOL - sorry for being gone for a while. Hope you enjoy the video.
Cool 👏
outstanding video , thanks
Glad you enjoyed it 😎
Sweet Ride !
Thank you 😎
Outstanding video!
Glad you liked it!
Awesome details. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Very informative ! Thank you ! I enjoy your videos
Happy to hear you find our videos to be informative 😎
Thanks so much for detailing how to do the pinion angle!
Glad we were able to cover that for you and hope that it's helpful to you.
Nice job.
Thanks! Hope you found our video to be useful.
Awesome Outstanding job thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks!
We really do appreciate it and glad you found our video to be helpful!
Now that's Badass super cool 😎 👍
Glad you enjoyed our video!
Great video! Super detailed and easy to follow along for any DIY installer. I’m totally using your pro tip using adhesive for the isolators 🤪
Thank you my friend and yes, spray adhesive is awesome for the isolators!
Very good video 👍 👍😁👌
Happy to hear you found it to be informative 😎
Hey Eddie and Cindy, thank you for the video. I commented on your Facebook page when you posted the picture of all the Evo boxes. I was hoping for a video for a lift install of 4+ inches, and you really delivered. I was wondering about the pinion angle and the brake lines. You were very helpful in answering the questions I had
Awesome! Happy to hear you found our video to be informative and useful 😎
Very detailed and informative video. Love the EVO lift kit series. Any thought about compiling a list of torque specs of the bolts for the different kits along with a list of socket and wrench sizes used. This would be a great list to have to compile a tool set for the trail and being able to inspect the nuts and bolts pre and post trail run. Thanks for sharing.
Well, I do call them out in the video but I suppose it wouldn't hurt to add them to a written list as well :)
He’s back🎤
I apologize for being gone so long :)
@@wayalife life can keep you busy. Hope all is well for you and Cindy
@user-fk1zt7il4c indeed and we really do appreciate your understanding 😎
im all for using a tq wrench, but so many things I would never have used one.. as someone like you who has used loctite on caliper bolts, I never used a tq wrench on many of those things you did lol. like an oil pan drain plug lol
I miss you slapping the boxes around before we get started lol
LOL - I'll get back to that 😁
Yes, for beginners, but at the level of the professor's work
LOL - if you follow the instructions that I show in this video, you can totally do it 😎
Thanks for your detail videos. Do you have to do a wheel alignment to correct toe or camber
You cannot make chances to camber on a solid front axle. If you camber is off, your axle or end forgings are bent. Exotic ball joints can help address this but it will not be a real fix. Toe, you can see here studio.ruclips.net/user/videoyN1Ml7Ts0N4/edit
Thanks for this awesome video Eddie! Question, do I adjust the front drive shaft pinion angle the same way as you did the rear?
NO. Caster needs to take priority.
@wayalife thanks Eddie! I'm installing my Clayton lift this weekend, just wanted to be sure. Thanks again friend!
I reallyenjoy your vids...also notice you like EVO products so thought I would ask. We are an older couple and enjoy jeeping in the desert so bought a Gladiator Mojave because of the ride quality. I put the AEV spacer lift on it but know the Fox shocks will be done before long. Also saw your vid on the Ohlins shocks. Priceier than my stock shocks but not by a lot and probably way better. Would they pair well with the EVO PLUSHRIDE springs. We don"t want this rig to ride like a tank . I don't have a rack or carry a roof tent nor a Winch. Appreciate any advice and keep up the vids....my favorite jeep channel. Love the detail you go into for your installs!
Happy to hear you enjoy our videos! Regarding Ohlins, what I would say is please stay tuned as we hope to do some testing with a set soon.
Great Video. Love all detail. You have brought these installs to a new level. Quick question, did you consider running the 38" Nitto's or are they too tall for your stock gearing?
Happy to hear you enjoy our videos! Regarding 38's, we definitely considered them but wanted to keep our spare under the bed and even with a 37, it's a tight fit that requires a little help to make happen.
@@wayalifegrab a Clayton adjustable track bar for the rear. My 37” spare has miles of room in the front. Well worth the investment.
@@camaroboi13 Yup, something like it is necessary to get a 37 to fit. 38 is still more than I would want to carry underneath though. And don't get me wrong, we run 38's on our 392 and love it but on this truck, 37 is the right size for us.
alwas wondered why they used bolts that where threaded all the way instead of should bolts
You could put 90 degree zerks on the front of the upper control arms for easier greasing in the future.
Yup, I could.
Would you install portals on one of your jeeps rather than a lift kit?
Really like your videos.
Nope. Not a fan of portals. Crazy amount of money for something that's essentially useless or at least, to me anyway. I'd rather put that kind of money into 1-tons and trailing arms, bypass shocks and coilovers or a V8 but of course, bombing across the desert is what I personally prefer. Happy to hear you enjoy our videos.
Thanks for another great video! I have a stock 23 JT Rubi and I’m ready to start making mods. Are your wheels the -38 offset?
Yes, essentially, 3.5" of back spacing. Glad you enjoyed the video.
i would love to see you do a lift like that on a 4xe as there are some differences.
Wish I could help out but I don't own a 4Xe
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I might have missed it in the video but what are your thoughts on needing to get a new drive shaft when getting a lift this big. The EVO site says you need one when installing a 3.5 or bigger on a JL and I’m in between the 2.5 or 3.5 for my JL.
Thanks for the great content!
On a 4-door, you can get by with the factory rear but on a 2-door, replacing it with a double cardan u-joint style one is something you'll need to do sooner than later. Of course, you WILL need adjustable rear upper arms to set the pinion like you see in this video. Up front, you can get by with the factory front for a while so long as you keep your FAD. But, if you do a lot of big flex wheeling, the CV boot at the transfer case will fail and you will need to replace the shaft at that time.
@@wayalife awesome! Thanks for the quick reply and knowledge.
Hey I noticed new Rubicon gladiators have the red shocks now instead of fox. Any comparison to how it rides stock compared to ur other gladiator when it was stock?? Just curious if it performed different/better or just a supply issue with fox.
I was always under the impression that the Fox shocks were just a first year out thing but maybe I'm wrong. That said and having driven/ridden on both, I can tell you that the ride is about the same. If anything, the Fox felt a bit squishier and for some, that may have been better for them but I personally prefer something a bit more firm/sporty. Now, the Mojave Fox shocks are a totally different story. They're really nice.
Like always the best! Always look forward to your videos. Would you consider the AccuAir system for yourself instead of a lift kit of the same price?
Or if you had the AccuAir System and Lift kit in front of you to use with 37" tires, which one will you install and why? (Both costing the same)
Thank you.
I would totally consider the ACCUAIR system especially for how we hope to use this Gladiator which would include loading it up and towing. Cost is definitely a factor that needs to be considered for most though.
@@wayalife Thank you. But if this was your only vehicle and you wanted to do everything especially rock crawling, would you still go for the ACCUAIR. Not trying to be a smart ass just value your opinion based on your experience!!! I will be purchasing a Rubicon JT in the future and can't make my mind on what to use.
If this were my only Jeep and wanted it to do everything like carry heavy loads and tow, yes, I would consider the ACCUAIR system. If there is a reason for not doing it, cost would be the number one factor and there is something to be said about keeping things simple.
@@wayalife That makes a lot of sense. Thank you!!!
As always, the very best videos available for Jeep stuff. I very well may get this kit. One question, actually two... Why didn't you use an upgraded sway bar like helliwig and upgrade the brakes to 4 pistons? Lift equals more body roll with raised center of gravity, and 37+'s equals more weight, so more braking needed. Just curious your thoughts.
Thank you, we're glad to hear you enjoy our videos. Regarding your questions, I don't usually make it a habit of upgrading things unless I actually feel a need for them and so far, I find that my brakes still work great and find that the factory sway bars do a good job too. If that ever changes, you can be sure I will do what is needed to correct things.
@@wayalife without a doubt. ;) Just wanted to get your feedback. Again, I love your content!!! :)
@@wayalife oh, one last question, when will the video be available for the front install of this EVO kit? 😊
The install is literally the same as what you see here ruclips.net/video/7EzDf1K_yOk/видео.html
I will be doing a video for the EVO drop brackets though and that should be coming soon.
Off your subject but I have a 2013 jeep JK Rubicon 3 1/2 inch lift. I cannot get the thing to drive right steering wise. Do you have any idea of caster? I’ve heard so many different stories and I trust your word on the subject, caster angle I think it’s of off but I’m not sure 35 inch tires. Thank you very much.Don and Donna north idaho
What is it about your steering that you feel you're not getting right?
another great video. how much lift and what size tires, trying to re watch to capture that info. I don't have your skills so I need to pay for work you recommend anyone you like/trust in Las Vegas? Or do you do paid installs for viewers, lol
If you're willing to make a drive down to Fort Mohave AZ, I would recommend Off Road Evolution.
Thanks. Anyone there specific I should ask for? With that lift and tires is re gear suggested?
Mel Wade is the owner but you'll most likely be talking to his daughter, Harley. As far as lift goes, how big of a tire are you wanting to run?
How much is this lift and ehat size tires? I have stock Rubicon with 35s. So wondering if you have to regear cause of your lift and tires or does it still perform well@@wayalife
@@bryanharger6565 As I state in this video, the lift is 4.5" and we installed 37" Nitto Trail Grapplers with it.
arnt you strarving the front pinion bearing when you rotate the diff upwards ?
The ring gear is essentially an oil pump and it throws oil on the pinion bearings. With an aftermarket u-joint style double cardan drive shaft, pointing your pinion in line with the drive shaft is a must.
Do you have a vid on the spare tire shield removal or its blatantly obvious?
It's really obvious. I think 3-4 small bolts need to be removed with a 10mm socket. That's it.
Do you happen to have a part# or link for the lug nuts?
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@@wayalife thank you!
Can you show how to install a lift on a 2000 Jeep XJ please ?!
Sorry, most I can do is show you a write-up I did of one back in the day. Hope it's helpful to you: wayalife.com/threads/2-5-rancho-jeep-xj-cherokee-lift-installation-write-up.24915/
Interested in why the rear coils are different for each side of the truck.
The front are different too and just like the factory coils. This is to help compensate for the different weight on each corner and especially because of the gas tank. Without them, your Jeep will have a slight lean.
Awesome video brother. im going to be in Vegas mid may I’ll txt you guys to see if we can get together. Please say hi to Cindy
No kidding?! Yeah, please do send me a message and if we can swing it, we'd love to hook up 👍
How about the pinion angle on the driveshaft?
If you watch the whole video, you will see that I cover this.
Is it me or did you break the locker wiring harness connector (axle side)? It looks like some got chipped off but maybe I’m seeing it wrong.
I think you're just seeing it wrong. Everything is fine and everything works.
How come the rear LCA did not get replaced?
There really isn't a need for it. The uppers allowed us to set our pinion angle and that's all that is necessary.
I don’t know if you’ve run into this yet, I traded my wife’s 18 JLU for a 24 Willy’s. It has the FAD box but no wiring, so it just sits there. The front DS still spins though. I’m getting a vibration after 3.5” lift. The kit came with fixed LCAs so no adjustments available. I’m guessing I’m going to have to replace those with adjustable upper and lower in order to fix the vibrations 🤷♂️
Sounds like you have too much caster set and yes, adjustable uppers will allow you to set it closer to +4°. That should help mitigate the vibrations or at least, assuming your drive shaft isn't out of balance.
@@wayalifethat’s what some of the forums guys were saying too. 4-4.5 is gonna make it feel a little funny, but I suppose if it prevents vibrations then that’s what I’ll do. I would hope the DS doesn’t need balancing, it’s only got 1100 miles on it. We work as quickly as you, can’t have anything stock! 😂
My JTOD looks very similar to yours, but you’ve got those fancy high line fenders and lockers 😉 I’m 4.5” front and 3” rear for a nice level stance. You can catch it in my Pinyon Mountain video. Hope to see you on the trails some day!
Assuming you're running an aftermarket drive shaft, it's NOT uncommon to have one be unbalanced right out of the box. If you've regeared to a higher ratio, the vibrations will be worse.
@@wayalifekeeping stock 4.10s on 37” Pats, for now. Stock driveshaft, the Jeep still has paper plates on it. Drove from SoCal to Swanty’s in Bullhead to get an Earl Grey Willys with every option I wanted.
LCA ?
Why does 4 WD have to be engaged?
Assuming you're installing your lift on jack stands and that you have your front tires installed, it will help prevent your Jeep from rolling forward when you lift up the back to work on it.
Better off getting a spacer for the driveshaft support bearing or your cv biots will get thrashed
ummm, maybe try watching the whole video 👍
Wouldn't it be better to use a lubricant like silicon instead of a solvent like WD40?
If that's what you believe, that's what you should when on your install 👍
Well, you wouldn't use WD40 to lubricate a motorcycle chain. But you could use silicon.
@@wayalife WD-40 was invented in San Diego in 1953 as a rust-prevention solvent for Atlas missile outer skins. A chemist at the Rocket Chemical Company created a compound that would prevent rust and corrosion on the Atlas. It took him 40 attempts to get the water displacing formula right, but the end result became the formula for WD-40. Once the company learned that people were using the product at home, they began putting it into aerosol cans. It first appeared on store shelves in San Diego in 1958. By the following year, the company had nearly doubled in size, selling 45 cases a day to stores in the area.
umm, okay
@@wayalifeman the oversharing weirdos on your videos sometimes. This was a perfect execution of an installation. Even though im seasoned in this work I enjoyed every second and appreciate your simplification of the steps without dumbing it down. Great job bud.
@wayalife do you have a how to video on how to replace a catalyst converter on a 2013 jk wrangler?
@DillMonster260
Sorry, I do not.