Overland JL Rubicon Build
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- Опубликовано: 26 сен 2024
- Walk around of the JL Rubicon we built for the purpose of camping, overlanding and rock crawling with our Golden Retrievers (Cooper and Kaia). Suspension, Wheels Tires, Skid Plates, Roof Rack, Spare Tire Carrier, and Utility.
It’s so refreshing to see someone not waste money on a RTT 👍🏻 Great build
Thanks!
RTTs arent a waste if you dont want to sleep on the floor and only get a cheaper soft-top setup or DIY... not everyone is comfortable with traditional tents. The world isnt safe and I'd rather take my chances being on the roof or inside the vehicle.
I have the MC Gamechanger and steering kit on my 2012 JK and have done Rubicon 2x. Absolutely no issues whatsoever. Solid product and company.
Agreed. Good stuff!
Really love the build. Feels similar goals to my own.
Thank you.
Fantastic Build. Huge metalcloak fan.
Thanks! Yeah, I'm really impressed with the MC products.
Subbed! Just for the simple fact that you are wearing a Powell sweatshirt. J/K... love the Ruby.
Thanks Stephanie! I'm still riding Powell skateboards and Rubys are awesome. :) I'm just a RUclips Newb, but hoping to get more jeep content with the puppies up this weekend.
Great, functional build. I love it 🤙🏿🤙🏿
Thanx!
Nice walkaround. Good info and detail. Thanks!
Awesome, glad you enjoyed the video! Will be posting new content shortly, with more to come. Hope you enjoy those as much.
Great episode! Awesome walkaround!
Thank you!
Great Build!!
Thank you!
Subbed maybe a month ago and now going through your older videos. Love seeing what you had vs what you have now since my build has some similar products I want on it. Keep up the amazing videos as I am enjoying a smaller youtuber, however may the RUclips algorithm gods be in your favor!
Hey thanks!!! I really appreciate that. It definitely takes time and effort to get decent content up, and I still have a more than fulltime job, so thanks. I just filmed a complete "pack out" video to show how we pack the jeep for long adventures, but I won't get it posted until we get home from the adventure we are on. Guess I need a star link. 😝 Hope to have some great content from the overland journey we are on now.
Fantastic work.
Thank you. Really appreciate it..
Love the video and the Jeep!
Hey thanx man!
Well done video, surprised this isn't your daily job. You definitely should have more followers and the Jeep is clean... in the sense of fit and finish. I know it wasnt a sponsored vid, but links in the description would be a nice to have.
Thanks Don. I really appreciate it. It was literally my first ever RUclips video. I really do need to go back and add links to several videos. That's really good advice.
I went with the rhino rack but with the Maximus-3 mounting (lowest profile of anything on market). The rhino rack backbone you have to drill through the side of the roof. With the maximus-3 you drill through the top and mount directly to the frame. I believe the static and dynamic weight are the most of any mounting system. Also the holes will be hidden very well if you ever want to remove the rack. That is all mounted on a 2021 JL 392. I have the Maximus-3 tire carrier on my 2016 JK and love it (it mounts to standard hinge placement) I am not sure of total weight allowance or about the JL tire carrier. Great company also. Michigan based, veteran owned and all US made.
Excellent! Thanks for the pointers. I was checking out the Maximus-3 mount as well. I actually used their Satelite radio antenna relacation bracket.
Great video thanks!
Awesome, glad you liked it!
Very nice build
Thank you!! It seems like it never ends. 😝
So true. Our builds are very similar especially the interior
Love the build so far! Looks sensational too. I noticed the rim and tire setup in the video is different than the rim and tire setup in the thumbnail. What are the rim and tire stats on the thumbnail nail setup? I love the stance! That chunky sidewall is sweet imo.
Thanks! We've only ever had one set of tires and wheels. Method bead grip 17x9 , and Milestar Patagonia tires. 38 x 13.5 x 17.
This is awesome
Thanks buddy... Hope you are doing good.
Good walk around. Without costs, the recommendations are a bit weak. "A bit pricey" varies by one's station in life.
Thanks for the feedback, I'll try to be more detailed with cost breakdowns in the future. Maybe I'll do individual breakdowns for future product reviews.
expensive af is more accurate. Roof rack is 5k steps 170 a pair, rotopax rack 500 plus 70 per lock and 40 per container, suspension 6-7k most likely, 270 degree awning a grand.
Look at the LOD Destroyer rear bumper. They have spare tire carrier option, trail rack, tool option, jerry can…. Receiver hitch is built in! I cut my trailer 7-way into the bumper instead of reusing the factory bracket. Robust bumpers!
I did see the LOD, but wasn't sure about it. I'll take a closer look at it, thanks! Would love to see some of these options in person.
Nice rig bro !!
Thanks man!
Thank you!
You're very welcome.
Looks awesome!
You can also consider a hitch spare tire carrier. It’s great to hold the 38” and you don’t need to carry the tire with unless your on an ‘adventure’😀
The likelihood you’ll get a flat in town is small.
Side note I also carry a tire patch kit.. arb has a great one. As well as emergency valve stems. Super handy.
Your jeep looks super sweet!
That's a great idea. Do you know if that would impact the departure angle? I'll look into it.
I also carry a patch/plug kit. Thanks for the pointer and compliment.
@@GoldensGoneWheelinI don’t know but I’ll look into that. It may do that a bit.. update you soon!
Buy the large tank to the green one pounders and refill them. Put them in the freezer, and they will take 1.2 pounds. It would be nice to hear the base cost of the vehicle and the cost of each upgrade.
I have seen those devices that allow you to refill the green tanks, but I would need a place to store them too. Maybe if I had a second Roam box.
I know people like privacy and all by blurring out your license plate but you missed one at 18:14. Its gonna get showed eventually. Weather its your video or someone elses.
Yeah, I do my best, but it's tedious. As you pointed out it's gonna show up sooner or later. :)
Great video. Really informative. Wondering what your height clearance is with those tires and rack.
Well I can't fit in the garage anymore. :) I think the rack with nothing on it was at ~83", but if you add the Roam mounts and the awning its just tall.
New subscriber here.. good video
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback.
wish the method bead grips came with a little more offset. great video sweet jeep
Thank you! Maybe if enough people out there request a specific offset, Method will make it happen. 😊
Nice build. Heavy. Air those Milestars up to 37 and you'll get less feathering and more life out of em on the street. Lite Brite had a great video on this a while back
Yup, I usually have them at 37 psi unless we are aired down for purpose.
I subbed too,same color as mine same setup but I'm on 37s with 3.5 lift. Need to step up to 38s.
I bet those 37s will be just fine for a while. :) We love the color too.
@GoldensGoneWheelin yes they're more than great for my use since I go camping more than rock crawling but since nittos came out with 38s I gotta pull the trigger
Great video! Love the Earl. How many miles are on your Pats and what did your rig end up weighing in at ?
Thanks!! You just reminded me I need to go weigh it again after making the mods! I'll try to remember to respond again as soon as I do. Have almost 12k miles on the Patagonia so far.
Great video and love your build. Looks like the color is Earl - very nice.
I've got a 2024 Rubicon X in Anvil on order (after 3.5 months, I just got notice yesterday that Jeep has finally scheduled the build) and I'm planning on also kitting it out for overlanding. I'm planning on much of the same though I'm going to stay on 35's. So it was really great to hear your thoughts and feedback on the mods you made.
One question, did you do all the suspension mods while still under warranty. If so, have you had any issues with Jeep honoring the warranty if you had to bring it in.
Depends on the dealer there all different
Richard, You will probably get better gas mileage with the 35s for sure, so stick with those if you dont need bigger. Since doing all the suspension mods myself, I've had the jeep in for warranty work on a cooling hose coupler. The dealership didn't even flinch. In fact all the guys in the service department were complimenting us on the build out. It might depend on the dealership though.
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Did you or others here compare the LOD DESTROYER rooftop rack with the sliding off Roof top rack with the RTT say still on it? Had the multiple inserts as well with the RTT RACK. Also is a No drill system. I'm shopping for a no drill Roof rack. Did you say you had to drill into cowl? You ststed this ARS is stronger thn Gobi. Is it stronger than the LOD DESTROYER ROOFTOP RACK if anyone knows?
Thanks for walkaround. I'm going to Metal Cloak as well. Loved see your bumpers etc as well as i am finalizing my choices for my Overland build. FYI GenRight has gret swing out tire carrier and replacement fender flares nd tught inner wheels wells all aluminum. If you havea great powdercoater, they can powdercoat the fsnder flares with matching color ns put. Finl clear coat on top not just black. I pln to do thtto get more articulation. You mentiomed you would have go to Dana60 if larger tires. Not so. Look up RCV PERFORMANCE drive shafts for D44. Keeps clearance and just as strong as Dana60 withouy the added weight. Replaces U joints the U Joints thus removing the stress and allow you the true full articulation your upgarded rig is capable of. Lite Brite has a great video about it. It was my Jeep Specialty mechanic and lifelong Jeeper that told me about it and then i did further research. I am absolutely changing out my axle shafts. Just FYI what
I have.... 21 JLUR. Thx, Pam✌️
ARS is by far trhe strongest roof rack to my knowledge. Thanks for the pointers.
@GoldensGoneWheelin thank you as well. You convinced me on the Adventure Labs cargo area system as well over the goose gear. I was back and forth on that decision. Was gonna go with the goose gear rear seat delete but now curious about the option you chose. Thx for great walkaround. Most of your choices were on my list as final Def or between 2 options. Keep the videos coming! ✌️
What bracket system did you use to get your awning out that far? I have the same roof rack trying to figure out how to get the awning out that far
Hey Bobby, I ended up using a combination of the 2" Universal Stand Off Kit from ARS found here adventureracksystems.com/universal-stand-offs-for-ars-rack-systems.html to clamp onto the ARS rack. Then I used the brackets that came with the OVS awning bolted to the stand off mounts. Note that I did use three of these brackets because I didnt know if only two of them would be enough for the larger 270 degree awning. Hopefully that helps. Let me know if you need more info.
Rhino Rack with the Backbone system would be a better option
Yep, that’s what we ended up doing. 😀.
Replacing our Jeep’s Adventure Rack Systems rack with a Rhino-Rack Backbone and Pioneer Platform-
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I have the Cav Fab rear tire carrier. Holds up to a 40 and no hole by the hinges. I want to get the bead grips, but I don’t see how-12 is good enough backspacing for a 13.5 inch wide tire.
I'll check out that Cav Fab tire carrier. I think the -12mm offset can be a bit decieving. The backspacing for the wheels is actually 4.75". I think the 701 may have been made specifically for the JK and JL.
@@GoldensGoneWheelin I have a jk. I’ll look at the specs more carefully.
@@GoldensGoneWheelin I did have the Aev tire carrier. It’s good too. It’s just if you want a bumper , you have to use there’s.
If you could guess with all mods inside & out fully loaded how much weight was added?
This is a great question. I've been meaning to put the jeep on a scale to compare and haven't had time. My guess is probably around 500lbs. I've started putting the jeep on a diet most recently by going to a different roof rack system.
Hi nice jeep build and what is the awning bracket are u using would b help if u send me link ?
In that video I was using a combination of the Metal Cloak brackets to connect to the 2"bar found here: metalcloak.com/two-inch-awning-side-mounts-jk-jl-wrangler-jt-gladiator.html together with the brackets that came from Overland Vehicle Systems that came with the 270 degree awning.
@@GoldensGoneWheelin thank u
I have the 2021 JLU rubicon 392 and looking to go with a lift, but everyone has a different recommendation.
I’m on 33 now but like to keep it a Low COG for steep climbs , thinking of 35 with a 2.5 lift but keep the same rims. What are your thoughts on this and suggestions??.
If I'm not mistaken the 392 comes with the factory 2" lift. I believe one of the owners at Metal Cloak is running 37 X 12.5 Patagonias on the factory suspension with no additional lift. Keeping the COG as low as possible is the right thing to do. That's why we have avoided a roof top tent so far. One thing that can help clearance for tires is an inner fender delete, or just after market tube fenders. I just havent done enough research on these items to feel comfortable with that kind of modification.
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I carry enough weight with the fridge iceco 50 and solar generator and all the other stuff to offset the RTT if I go that route with the rubicon. The XR rubicon I know has the 2”lift , my jeep is a good height but 35 would help when airing down .
I appreciate the help
Thanks
How long have you been using the Lux Rock Lights?
I installed those about 4i months ago.
What type of front and back bumper is that? What brand?
Both front and back bumpers are from Metalcloak. They have different options for the JLs. The front has different options for end caps.
Nice build! Who makes your hinge steps? I like better than what I’ve seen on many others.
Those are from Metal Cloak too. I use them alot more than I thought I would.
Is that thing Earl or White? Looked different in diffe shots
It is Earl. Yeah it looks different depending on the light. Sometimes white, and sometimes even light blue, but it's Earl. We dig the color.
@@GoldensGoneWheelin Thinking seriously about trading my 21JLUR in Sarge for a 24 Earl. Sarge is a great color it just gets too hot in these Central Sierra summers.
That last shot looks like ya need a 1” lift in the back on that last shot in the video keep them coming good content I’m starting the same
Yeah, we have the 3.5" game changer, but we may look at using the Rocklander lift. Thanks for the feedback and good luck with your build.
@@GoldensGoneWheelin I’d do a 1” leveling kit cuz all the gear when loaded it looks low in back your ride quality will probably improve
Hello there
Have you had any issues with rubbing on 38s? Also what bump stops you use?
Thank you.
The 38s have worked out really well for us with the MC 3.5" Game Changer suspension. When we are fully loaded for overlanding we did initially notice some rubbing on the rear plastic inner fender when fully flexed out. If you look at the back where the plastic inner fender meets the stock bumper, there is a small bulge in the plastic. I heated that up with a heat gun and pushed the bulge in to reform it. That fixed the issue. You could also just go with an inner fender delete as well.
@@GoldensGoneWheelin thank you
is this 3.5 inch lift?
Yes. 3.5".
What is the rack from?
The original rack was from Adventure Rack Systems (ARS). We have since switched to the Rhino-Rack Backbone and Pioneer Platform.
Which manufacturer does this hinge step belong to?
Metalcloak.
what mount is that for the gmrs antenna?
MICROMOBILE®MXTA23 ROLL BAR/MIRROR MOUNTING BRACKET
I live in Roseville. Where you guys at?
Awesome, we are in EDH. Maybe we will see you on the trails someday.
Nice build. If you ever want to see some ridiculous remote hidden camp spots let me know. Tons between colfax and Truckee up the 80. Our crew keeps the great sites quiet.
I don't understand this build.
All that under work... yet no truss installed.
I'm guessing you are referring to trusses on the axle housings. I haven't really seen the need for this so far. If it turns out the stock axles don't hold up, I'll upgrade to 60s. But so far so good. Knock on wood.
@@GoldensGoneWheelin understand. Building my girl out, I needed those trusses and also went full metalcloak, but not the front steering. She's beautiful!
Thank you.
Bleeping Jeep Freedom Winch Line. No metal.
Yes! I wish I had found that Freedom Winch Line before I installed my line on the winch. I'm definitely going to that in the future.
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Great video, thanks
Thank you!
Extremely thoughtful content, I’ve got a quite few of your mods, some I now want, and some that you mentioned you may have preferred. Would really like to see you continue the journey, over rocks and through RUclips - keep Jeepin’!
Thank you. I'll try not to dissapoint. :)
Love it! I'm going to make a walkaround of mine here soon. keep a lookout!
Right on! I'll look for it.
Love learning and sorry your not sponsored but non sponsored are my favorite vids to learn from. Hope yall will subscribe to this channel
Thanks! I like being able to share honest feedback on stuff. I know I like learning too.