Off Road Testing of the New Jeep Lift and Suspension

[@jamesdoe5824]

So fascinating to see how suspension moves. It happens all the time right under our feet, but most people don't think about what goes on down there.

[@TriggerHapySheep]

This channel deserves way more subs!

[@AutoEdits]

I'll take them, thanks very much tho!

[@curralotiago1492]

TriggerHapySheep de II

[@eddiehartman7605]

I'm in love with the electronic disconnects only on the Rubicon.

[@giggigtygiggty]

man i seriously love that you take the time to try and reply to every single person thats great! im subbed to a few different jeep channels and from what i can see in your comments section and in theirs is that i feel you care about your audience and what they say. please my man dont ever change thats what makes your great! sure wish you uploaded more jeep content and more often

[@AutoEdits]

Latin Stoner Wow, this is awesome to hear... thanks so much! I have a bunch still to learn and find that you never know who you're going to learn it from so be nice to as many as you can.

[@RockyXTV]

The ride with my TeraFlex Sport S/T3 kit feels just like stock as well. I love it, no bouncing around or being really flighty on the highway, and I can still corner at pretty high speeds and not feel like I'm going over. Paired with the TeraFlex Big Brake kit all the way around it's better than stock. Great video as always!

[@jeeperscreepers7373]

I have a week or two before mine ships. i ordered the rocksport version. Your videos are an inspiration to me. Thanks for making it seem easy to add these parts. I hope Matson is giving you a good discount! If not he should be! Thanks for all the videos, they are awesome.

[@inqufox1750]

"You socialize with your fellow jeepers and they like your junk." - autoedit. I cant be the only one that got a giggle out of that part X3

[@AutoEdits]

LOL!

[@kyleolin3566]

Inqu Fox you show me your jeep's junk, i'll show you mine!

[@inqufox1750]

I dont have a jeep X3

[@Dieselpwr]

Seems like my mopar lift will do just as good

[@MichaelCook1981]

@@Dieselpwr Mopar lift is okay, it'll give you the same ground clearance, but it's no where near the material quality and ride quality of Metalcloak. Maybe if you went with the Mopar lift with Fox shocks. My friend has the Mopar lift on his Jeep Wrangler JKU, I have the 3.5" dual rate and he agrees mine rides better.

[@ritchrc13184]

Awesome to see the jeep in action. That suspension looks so good!

[@digibath89]

I geeked super hard when I saw this up loaded yesterday :Dthanks for the upload/update dude! that sweet rig has come a long way!^_^

[@MrTmerle]

Love what your doing to your Rubi, I am also new to off-roading my tj Rubicon. Can't wait for your next vids.

[@TheTomNelson]

"I'm a dude, I want the best stuff." Thanks, Jason. Looks like I'll be getting the 2.5 game changer when I get my 35s. Just a few more miles on the stock tires...

[@juniorgarcia6000]

I love your videos, they're just awesome to relax and watch in this weather. Would love to see more of these videos where you just go around and have fun. Also the ones where you put more mods into it.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much, I'll work on just doing more videos in general!

[@MrHSIE]

Well done Jason. Great to watch. I’m your newest subscriber. Very enjoyable viewing. Excellent editing. Loved the different angles and different terrains. Well done.

[@AutoEdits]

Weclome and thanks! Hope to make more soon!!!

[@pra3t0rian]

Love the sincerity in your vids!

[@AutoEdits]

pra3t0rian Thanks, doing this for real I guess!

[@hangemhigh64lv]

Airing down will prevent inner damage to those very expensive tires. Not to mention it increases traction. Great looking jeep I have a 2013 with a manual gearbox. I love it.

[@EvilTwin984]

@autoedit Thanks for this video. I've been waiting almost 2 years for someone to make an even slightly comprehensive review video on Metalcloak's GC lifts. I'm planning on the 2.5 OME edition for my JK for the LCG. This has been extremely enlightening.

[@m.engelmann7237]

Awesome to see the Jeep stretch it's legs some after all the upgrades and work you've done. Thanks so much for sharing this build. Hopefully we'll get to see some real off road footage of your Jeep soon.

[@davidmohr4004]

Another great vid...I love the fact that you still have the stock rubi wheels. I am not the only one that likes them apparently! The 37s sure look good with that lift. Great looking Jeep.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks, yeah they are pretty handsome!

[@AustenARW]

Good stuff! Nice footage! Thanks for the updates.

[@AutoEdits]

You bet!

[@luketeverino6085]

Ever since you have started filming for dirt every day your camera skills have improved so much! P. S. plllsss large marge

[@Jetmech01]

Really love this build. I think I'm going to do something similar on my 2015 JKUR!

[@jasonrabern3074]

Always a great and informative video, Thank you.

[@AutoEdits]

Jason Rabern Thank you !!!

[@CainnechK]

Man i love the stance of that jeep.

[@sazud0983]

Great content as always, keep it up my dude, JEEP SQUAD ALL THE WAY!

[@AutoEdits]

Sazud 09 Yeah Buddy!

[@zakdaniels7207]

Ugh, I know you have a life and stuff but I'm loving your videos, can't wait to see what you do next. I have a WJ and I'm currently working/saving my way to a nice off-road rig. Keep up the good work man!

[@AutoEdits]

Zak Daniels I know, this whole having a job thing really gets in the way if wrenching and wheeling... lol! Best of luck on your project!

[@prsguitar6910]

thats awesome man, loving the jeep. cant wait to have one.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks!

[@charleslawrence7187]

I'd like to see you rig flexing a bit. I'm surprised you didn't put One tire up on a tall rock. I know that's the first thing I wanted out of this video. Lastly I've watched all your jk videos and by no means complaining, but if you get a chance and the time I would love to see her flex. Enjoy all of them. Thanks Charles

[@sambell8284]

lol, he's on 37's with 14 inch travel shocks and see's super flat rock garden with tiny rocks and acts worried.

[@AutoEdits]

True! But remember... never pretended that I actually know how to go off roading. Still a newby and learning as I go. Looking forward to going with experienced guys in this Jeep and actually seeing what I can do with it!

[@sambell8284]

That's ok, I was there not that long ago. Just thought it was funny...your jeep will suprise you with what it is capable of once you get it on a tough trail.

[@AutoEdits]

I'm really looking forward to that!

[@gullf1sk]

Im on 37s and i act the same way, dry mouth and nervous as hell.

[@hickoryridgefarms]

Fred Williams is a good teacher!!!

[@carlosescudero2302]

Hey Man, I watch your videos all the time all the way back here in Dubai, I own a Jeep Rubicon 16. loving this game! (though I am from Mexico), Keep it up bud!

[@AutoEdits]

carlos escudero Awesome, thank you!

[@petemycek9909]

You have a great set up and vids!!

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you!

[@CarlosSanchez-cq1lf]

Your videos are awesome! a true treat to watch! and i got the metalcloak stuff as well. ( not a full setup but partial )

[@escozx2]

Love the set up!

[@abcdefg.05]

Love the angles and the quality of the videos you make... SUB'd!

[@AutoEdits]

Awesome, Thanks!!!!

[@knightwing4]

I'd like to see you go up the trail you went up when you first put the 37s on.

[@AutoEdits]

I can make that happen, and would like that very much!

[@ArtofHunter]

Some advice but when you go wheeling air down your tires and get yourself a good air compressor to take with you Viair 400p is what I use. Get a feel for when to use your lockers as well and DC those sway bars. Nice project though. I've enjoyed your vids.

[@imperialgaming4828]

I love your videos!!

[@AutoEdits]

Thank you!

[@madmaxinthunderdome]

Glad u got the exhaust spacers didnt want u to crack open your front drive shaft. Time for some skid plates now lol

[@AutoEdits]

madmaxinthunderdome True!!!

[@steviecarbone4052]

Great video, as usual!!! Thanks.👍

[@socomt5]

Have no idea how I missed this video of you testing tne 3.5 GC.

[@hectorb101]

Jason, I really enjoy your channel. Your videography is great. Professional video is really appreciated. .I've been following you since your early days with Jeep. Keep it up. Thanks for the quality presentations. Hector B

[@AutoEdits]

Really appreciate hearing that, thanks so much!

[@michael9678727]

love your videos all the way from Australia! I have a Rubicon too, it amazes me how capable it is! and mine is still stock! putting 34s and 3.5 inch lift very soon!

[@zxtuner4lyfe]

hell yea buddy! this is where I take my jeep yj

[@trapcracker]

Keep them coming!

[@AutoEdits]

OK!

[@infidelbillsripramot9814]

that was very good video i in joy it..... and good looking lift on the jeep.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks!

[@MarkFisch]

I always tell I his bu exhaust sounds awesome I'm waiting for warmer weather up here in jersey then placing my order

[@brianfederline3348]

Looks great, I'd black anodize your inner fender well covers.

[@AaronBoerger]

Looks like she handled like a champ. We were out there with you guys that day. I was in the 2017 RAM Rebel Black and my buddy was in the 2017 White Wrangle. We snuck into a few of your shots. Would love some clips if you have any. Your new setup is awesome and yes we noticed those shocks also.

[@AutoEdits]

We should just meet up sometime for a trail ride, how about that?

[@AaronBoerger]

That would be awesome! How would you like to coordinate?

[@Thehowardhaeg]

Such an awesome Jeep!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks!

[@johnroche5104]

Did you consider the Lock n Load? And if so, what made you decide on the Game Changer? Thanks! 😉

[@AutoEdits]

They didn’t have lock n load yet! I am saving up for it now!!!! It’s really really good.

[@johnroche5104]

AutoEdits love the Vids! After TONS of research, I’ve decided on the LNL. Seems too good to be true! Thanks for introducing me to Metalcloak! 😉

[@AutoEdits]

John Roche I watched Ian Johnson wheel his lnl equipped shop truck and that’s what made me know it was the right way to go!

[@baginatora]

Great rig! Maybe now it's a good time to install some diff guards. :)

[@bkrdtours]

Great video set. Want to see more!

[@AutoEdits]

OK!

[@BadAssEngineering]

You could lower tire pressures more for more comfort and traction

[@2rajnel]

Great video

[@chrisa7519]

Great video man

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks dude!

[@RubiconUnlimited]

looks like it handled great, looked right at home!

[@AutoEdits]

Yes, for a shake down run it did great... now to learn how to really use it!

[@adrianvargasgarcia1253]

Your jeep sounds sweet brother love that flowmaster!!

[@AutoEdits]

Yeah buddy, me too!

[@hickoryridgefarms]

I am really curious to see how far you can push those 44 axel housing before something breaks and you upgrade to a Dana 60. How and why it breaks. I know the shear weight and leverage the taller tires put stress on the flanges but what wears out first when it's driven like you do. Weekend mild off roading and mostly pavement everyday driver. Hub bearings, axel shaft, yoke, drive shaft, u joints?

[@AutoEdits]

Molon Labe We'll find out together!

[@Strikerage]

Are you gonna hit the Rubicon at Jeepers Jamboree this year? July 28th-31st I think.

[@AutoEdits]

I really hope to!!!!

[@TheMotocross4life]

autoedit I'll be there!

[@Strikerage]

Awesome! I still have a few upgrades I wanna do before I go. Hope to see you there! Great videos, btw. 👍

[@theninja001]

Strikerage if he was scared about those tiny stones, the Rubicon will give him cardiac arrest

[@dgio5052]

I'm new to Jeeps, and this suspension setup looks like a quality piece for sure. What keeps the coil springs from falling out at full droop? Is it the sway bars that act like a limiting strap?

[@bobcustoms]

I absolutely love everything you have done to this jeep short of a 4bt Cummins or ecodiesal swap it is exactly how I'm going to build mine keep up the awesome work I like seeing your videos becouse it seems we think so much alike

[@hickoryridgefarms]

Robert Hutchings you see the new R2.8 Cummings came out with?

[@bobcustoms]

***** no I haven't tell me more lol

[@AutoEdits]

Much appreciated to hear the nice comments, thanks so much!

[@hickoryridgefarms]

cumminsengines.com/repower

[@fernandoruvalcaba3092]

Hell yeah I love ridind at hungry valley, used to be my favorite place, but I moved to Arizona

[@machelesteve]

Hi Jason. I wanted to start off by saying I really enjoy your video's. I'm building a little smaller version of your jeep. It's a 2015 jk 2 door. Teraflex 3.0 inch lift, 35in good year tires, 4.56 gears, Eton E lockers front and back with the same gold axles you installed when you put in your 4.88's. I've read a lot about the drives shafts being an issue, so I ordered a set from Adams drive shaft out of NV. Keep the Video's coming. If I'm ever in So Ca I'll hit you up I'd love to meet you at Hungry Valley. Looks like a great place.

[@AutoEdits]

Right on! Glad to hear from you. Yes, it is time to hit the trails more!

[@louielou1327]

nice video brother im sold on the metalcloak 6 pack edition good looking rig.

[@AutoEdits]

Yeah, it's really sweet... just wait till I learn how to actually put it to work!

[@FairlyHonest]

Love your videos 👍

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks so much!

[@MrWhipitman]

I cant wait to get my MetalCloak Game Changer. I will be running the 2.5" with 37s to keep my CG lower. Havent decided on which shock option yet...was mainly looking at the Fox Shock option, but might go with the Rock Shock option since they ride as nicely as the 6pack. Eventually I will upgrade to the Falcon 3.3 Shocks by TeraFlex depending on how the reviews turn out. Love the Jeep!

[@MCSEDanny]

Jason will you be scoring the articulation and more importantly will you be going over the recommended changes to get your score higher? Just had my 3.5 gamechanger installed last Monday and ran into a guy this weekend at the trails and talked about how he needed to move his rear brake lines inside the frame and some other minors to get his score up higher.

[@Zack-tn2xj]

you have anything down to the axles yet? curious to what you have done.

[@AutoEdits]

I installed chromoly axle shafts from G2

[@adamchaffee2194]

Can you please tell me how you mount your cameras to your jeep? They're super sturdy and I'd like to know how to safely attach my GoPro's.

[@AutoEdits]

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[@Vodafone16v]

We wanna see that GAME CHANGER FLEXING !!!

[@rickwhitley2178]

Lower that tire pressure makes all the difference, then just pump them back up with onboard compressor .

[@danielwinthrop1368]

That jeep will surprise you trust me! Push her a bit. Awesome video love the channel can't wait too see what's next

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks for the support and yes I hope to get much better at this soon!

[@alexism.a.2830]

Good project. I see from Spain. Regards

[@Breakinlife007]

How about a Currie Dana 44 front axle upgrade builder kit as your next video? It would be great to see one installed.

[@stack4049]

Great video. I'm looking at the same flat fenders are you happy with yours?

[@AutoEdits]

Tom Stack Very happy!

[@roncrowell433]

Jason when are we going to see more of large marge?

[@AutoEdits]

I have some good projects coming up for marge!

[@co4x4]

AUTOEDIT...like your videos very much. What are those cover inserts in the wheel well? What purpose do they serve? They look good. Thanx for your reply in advance!

[@Se7vinDeadlySins]

Metalcloak is the absolute best. Are you running BFG MT's? and did you regear after the 37's?

[@dreid42]

I noticed that you have a 6 speed like I do in my 2013 JK. But when your going up the hill your not working the clutch. I had a 78 CJ5 with a granny gear and it would climb over just about anything and didn't have to work the clutch much. But I'm finding out in the 2013 I have to use it more. Is there a switch or something I'm missing?

[@AutoEdits]

Dale Reid Just get a different gear and keep the RPM's up. The 3.6 does not like to lug low

[@OK-sh2uh]

are you talking about scott with the yellow jeep?

[@geocash1000]

I know in an earlier video you mentioned mileage with the 37's was around 14.5 combined, has that dropped with the lift?

[@AutoEdits]

Surprisingly, it has stayed about the same... very acceptable.

[@PanikAtTheCisco]

I see you posted the vid earlier this year, and I heard you say in a previous vid that you were in SoCal. If you haven't gone up to big bear yet and want to get more comfortable with your rig, hit up one of the many Jeep pages and try and make a run up there. I have a 2000 Tj with a 3.5in lift and 33's and did John Bull, that was of course with experienced guys, good spotters and taking it easy. But you would be surprised at how capable that JK is, once you start getting into some bigger trails. Hopefully I see ya out one day, but best of luck and nice rig!

[@AutoEdits]

Great suggestion and I will put that trail on my "to do" list! thanks so much!!!

[@bengjerde5209]

Would you ever paint the wheel well armor?

[@ExploringJeeps]

Thanks for the video. Looks like a great setup. How do you recharge the Nitrogen in your shocks, if you need to? Can that been done while leaving them on the Jeep? Thanks again!

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks! Yes the nitrogen can get recharged by any shop with a bottle and a fitting for the shock and yes they can be done on the Jeep.

[@phillips3390]

Awesome video man! That's the life! Do the side walls of the front tires rub against the frame lifted?

[@elginclark]

so been watching the build and its definitely nice but give that jeep some credit. so far i would take a stock rig everywhere you've shown so far. "pro tip" make sure to air down your tires. I run 8-10 psi on the trails (maybe next mod can be on board air or CO2 tank)

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks for the tip and yes, I will be pushing the Jeep and my own abilities much farther this year!

[@mvx800]

In one of your videos you said you have a pretty far commute 40+ miles, I believe. How's the ride on BFG Mud terrain, loud? rough? or is the Six Pack shocks that good they make the ride very smooth? Thanks love the videos... Planning on getting my own JK and using your video's to do my mod's.

[@AutoEdits]

I absolutely love the BFG's. They make less road noise than the Toyo all terrains on my work truck and handle everything I do very well.

[@lmalesci]

I have a question for you experts in the 4x4 sector! (and I would like to know if you can tell me if it is true that the ironman nitro gas shock absorbers go well with the original set-up and can be adapted with the +5? I have a Suzuki jimny 4x4 with m13a 1.3 l petrol engine with shock absorbers and standard settings, yesterday afternoon I picked up the new ironman nitro gas shock absorbers and the 4x4 spare parts dealer in Florence told me that these ironman nitro gas shock absorbers are ok for 4x4 off-road vehicles with stock trim or in a second you could put the springs higher and it becomes a +5 high trim is that true? Greetings from Florence Italy!)

[@elizabethlewis697]

Jason what gear ratio are you running? and do have manuel or auto? great videos!

[@AutoEdits]

Howdy! I changed the gear ratio from the stock 4.10:1 to 4.88:1 and this Jeep is a six speed manual transmission. Thanks so much for the comment and question!

[@clintcunliffe6729]

I'm in Santa Clarita, are you close to that area? Seems like I see familiar areas in your vids. We hit Hungry Valley on accusation.

[@AutoEdits]

Clint cunliffe I do live in Santa Clarita

[@clintcunliffe6729]

autoedit Let's get together and go wheeling.

[@ashgrove07]

Where is this exactly?

[@shawnhudson7570]

Have you already cleaned the dirt and mud off the bottom yet.

[@AutoEdits]

LOL, no time because of work and it's making me crazy!

[@sliqindustries4782]

sweet video, is it just me or does it look like the rear shock on the passenger side bows?

[@yoyartube]

Air down more and you'll walk up that hill with no wheel spin at all. Get those tires down to 12 or 13 psi. Disconnect sway bar. You are missing out on the 2 key things that'll make your rig perform way better and they cost next to nothing.

[@AutoEdits]

Thanks for the constructive way of offering tips and tricks!

[@davidtaylor5811]

Jason, have there been any times off road when you wished you had an automatic transmission? I'm looking to dive into the Jeep world soon and was wondering how difficult it would be to drive a stick off road. There are a lot videos and posts on the topic but I trust your opinion.

[@erikbrinkerhoff6553]

Are you still satisfied with the six pack shocks?

[@AutoEdits]

Very. I even went with the same setup just a longer travel version for the rear kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHSkZKWaacmbf6c

[@wlcsp]

Jason, did you re-gear it ?

[@JoeCnNd]

What did you drop your tire pressure down to?

[@schnob92]

in your daily drive, have you seen any death wobble?

[@AutoEdits]

No way... this thing goes down the freeway at 80 MPH with no problem at all. Feels super good on the road!

[@frowningangel3730]

I've been driving two door Wranglers most of my adult life. And now suddenly all I seem to see are the Unlimiteds. Are they really that much more superior over the 2D off road? This is a serious question and I would like some serious input from you guys (and ladies). I'm in the Jeep buying mode and want to know if I should seriously consider a vehicle I have no use for and don't even find aesthetically pleasing.

[@anthonymccormick2029]

I suggest disconnecting your sway bar you get way more flex!

[@technaisci9489]

At 0:56 why is that golden thing not on the other side,the cars specially the suspensions are generally symetrical.???

[@AutoEdits]

It's the track bar and is completely normal for this application.