Top 10 Mods for an Offroad Jeep

Modifying your Jeep to go offroad can seem confusing and expensive, but if you take it step by step its not too bad! Feel free to leave any comments with suggestions so others can get some more opinions! Below is a list of products i recommend
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Top Jeep Mods and Upgrades

[@markbellger8945]

I would add ways to air down and air up. Airing down is critical to a good offroad trip

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Very true, thanks for adding that!

[@travisam1060]

I always take the schrader valve core out, its the quickest, i always carry extra so if i do mess one up its no biggie, but there isnt a cheaper or faster way, and ive never messed up a valve or had one leak, maybe lucky but its not that big deal.

[@AceGoodheart]

and better spare tire holder if you're gonna upgrade to larger tires.

[@Dfts83]

I think communication upgrades are a really good idea. Even just a simple handheld CB not everywhere you offroad has a cellphone signal. Great video!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Very true! Always good to be able to contact someone in case of an emergency

[@davelamb3303]

I NEED A JEEP FIRST, I can't wait. Love the videos. Cheers!

[@johnmighe1543]

Recovery is something mostly overlooked, glad you mentioned that first. I hate when people aren’t prepared on the trails

[@canonphoto]

Great list and covers the stuff most don’t think about, you are building an entire package that never ends.. I found it it great to start small and upgrade as you max out your stock limits. The best mod I ever did that isn’t a mod at all was to put a sticker on my dash that reads “REMEMBER STUPID YOU HAVE TO DRIVE THIS HOME! Those words in my head have saved me thousands of dollars over time, especially running stock by yourself and stopping to think if I go down here, can I make it back out? Also if I try to drive through this and get stuck, can I reach something to hook onto to pull myself out? As I progressed I started buying recovery gear first then winch and bumper and moving onto lifts, wheels/tires rock sliders and armour/lockers etc. But I think everyone should see what their rig will do bone stock just so you can see what Jeeps are capable of, it really surprises most people. Also have to see how much wheeling and what type of wheeling you will be doing before you go dropping money on tires that are great for one terrain but terrible for where you are always going.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Couldn’t have said it better myself!

[@jasyndabateman1939]

This was the most helpful video I’ve watched so far. I just bought a Jeep and had no idea where to start. Thank you for all the info!!!

[@LoveTwoRoastYou]

I’ve Driven multi jeeps with all RC lift product. Drove like stock on highway, flexed with everyone, several winning contests, rock crawling and winning comps as well

[@irasmith2438]

Hey Ben, I am a new JTR owner with my first Jeep. I really appreciate your videos. Nicely presented for us beginners!

[@tuggerthegriz5484]

I was thinking to myself, I am not a fan of those half doors. But now I see they are home made and zip tied on. I am now a HUGE fan. Great video

[@heatedgreen94]

Just got a 2016 jeep wrangler and I cant wait to lift it up! Thanks for the info you got a new subscriber.

[@brandonwilliam5684]

Your videos are so well put together and helpful! I appreciate all the information and had no idea how cheap and effective Sway Bar Disconnects were, excited to slap some on my Jeep soon!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you! And yes they are a great way to get a lot more articulation Offroad

[@Adrian-rn1ym]

I bought the 2.5 inch rc lift , just basic one , springs and shocks. And I find it rides ok. Especially with the added weight of front and rear bumpers , but I think what a lot of people don’t do is ad the important suspension parts that don’t come with the kit and that’s the issue. But as long as u are aware that u need to purchase other parts it’s a decent lift in my opinion...... so far lol

[@kcordeliastarr6310]

I am new to the #JEEP experience. I must say this was a good, comprehensive, & practical, visual explanation of things jeep related ❤ it! Thank one for sharing one's expertise.

[@beachboy4928]

Great list Ben! Always enjoy your videos. Ill add one major "must have" to this list (if it wasnt already commented on.) BIG BRAKE KIT! I recommend Dynatrac Progrip kit.

[@ricksscalerc2222]

Great job bud! great list i couldnt agree with you more about the seat time,it helps to get out and learn how your rig will act and react on the trail.my tj is still pretty stock besides lift,wheels,tires and bumpers and im always impressed with how well it does.awesome job with the video as always.keep it up

[@joerouth6255]

Dif covers, tie rod, sway discount, rock slide, pull strap, air up device. These don’t break the bank but should be top first mods

[@cmlegend88]

Hey I just discovered your channel and I love your videos. Bought my JKU last September and I'm always looking for more mods :)

[@jackhook4192]

My jeep wrangler Rubicon jk has lift 40 tires 513 gears Dana 60 axels front and rear lockers and a hemi engine in it. It's a blast to off road in.

[@arttomaszewski5497]

Great summary of how to get your Jeep ready for the off road. I especially liked the insight of figuring what gears and lockers you may want along with possibly a larger axle first. But you didn't mention ,NOT telling your spouse ,all the upgrades and costs these Mods will amount to over the years! HA HA. Art

[@apexpredator_jku]

The one thing that is often overlooked...socks. A good pair of custom socks could make the difference between a great and crappy day on the trails. You might wanna follow up with Gillian on that. #teamoffroadelements

[@bryanmuck1651]

Awesome and very good video! Keep the videos coming!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you! Few new installs coming soon

[@gorillahd9247]

Great video Ben. Add comms, survival equipment/first aid and armor to the list. Overall a great list (and I have the TJ version of that book). Be safe on the trails. Scott

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Great additions!! And you too bud!

[@roberthart4160]

So glad I saw this video! Great job! I'm about to upgrade my suspension, you mentioned both brands I'm looking at.. RK and Metalcloak.. but first I'm putting together some recovery gear.. then bumpers, just because a couple of months ago I was rear ended in my 2010 RHD JKU.. sadly it was totaled.. so yeah, bumper before suspension 😁

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Sorry to hear that!! 😢

[@abualwalid9999]

Good information thanks alot

[@RubiconUnlimited]

Great video that I would 100% recommend to any new jeeper curious about mods 👍

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you!

[@joshualuk]

I like the suggestions you make.

[@tommywainst7171]

Back on the 40s I see? Can’t wait for a wheeling trip video to see how they do

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Same here!! Been itching for a trip

[@methemonkeyking]

Your on top of the mountain with the 40s. Your Jeep rocks!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you!

[@eVreckd]

Great list and advice! Thanks.

[@johnwilliams8654]

First upgrade, that stock stereo... Gotta have my tunes!

[@u.s.militia7682]

The getting out there to practice was your best tip. You can have the best ORV known to man but it doesn’t mean anything unless you know what you’re doing.

[@coloradoprospecting1034]

I appreciate the info bro, great walkthrough, I'm a TJ guy but I recently purchased a 2011 Rubicon completely stock because I am sad and bored with my TJ so I'm trying to learn everything I can before I start modding anything on the Ruby and how to do it right

[@jamesdeangionet913]

God damn love these videos this guys got such a familiar face I feel like a friend just talking Jeep stuff

[@robertweinstein6441]

Dana 30 with a truss and chrome-molly shafts 1ton knuckles and a free spin kit should work nicely.

[@hughbrickley1137]

This is a great video man!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you!

[@samueljlayne2618]

Love it! I need some of these

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Lift and Antirock swaybar were the best mods we ever did.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I still to this day have never drove a rig with an anti rock on it lol. I need to change that soon so I can have an opinion on them haha

[@JuanAlvarez-le5bo]

Great video bro love you positive vibes

[@DCSHEEP158]

I have a 3 inch lift with with 35's. I love it.

[@johnbergy5342]

Great list ben

[@jdjeep46]

My stock JKU Rubicon does pretty good. I did put a new front winch bumper and lights. I am just driving around on south jersey trails so I kept it pretty stock. However good video with lots of good suggestions.

[@danielbenavidezjr.4178]

Thanks for recommending the cartech magazine.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

It’s a good one, I had one back in the day for my XJ. Lots of good topics and goes in depth pretty well!

[@sambrimly4474]

Great list

[@NoOne-gc3vw]

Thanks for the great video!

[@steviecarbone4052]

Great video, Thank you!

[@MkVIIIMaus]

One of the biggest things to do to the JK when you lift it is to either get the high attack CV conversion for the front driveshaft or get the triple universal driveshafts from Adam's driveshafts or Tom Woods.

[@superneo123]

Another great video

[@robertweinstein6441]

I think along with lockers your vid should discuss the gearing to support bigger wheels. That being said great vid

[@billcarey9184]

Like the tips. Thanks

[@weyrunner2838]

I got a light bar before lockers! I camp and fish on the beach often! I got the Angry Eye grill, for HATERS ONLY! I love and enjoy my JKU to the point I often Sleep in it. I fold my 60 seat down and pitch a sleeping bag, built a shelf window level that I sleep under while having a place to store camp and fishing gear, and have a clothes hang up bar behind the sound bar. My front bumper has a hitch for my fat tire ebike mount and a winch for back-up. I'm accessorized and a favorite for haters but JEEP is what you make it, it's originality and personal in form and function.

[@buckdragger9215]

Another great video. I have a 2” Mopar lift along with a leveling kit in the front. Can I run 35” tires? Thanks

[@gavakie]

Good list. I think you could make an argument on maybe priority of lists depending on your Jeep. BTW I have the RC 4 inch on my JK. Its been fine so far. Slowly upgrading components. But have a 3.8 gears made a world of difference.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yeah it’s crazy how much of a difference gears make.

[@randyfender6122]

If you have money to burn, have at it with mods, but most are on a budget. Only had my jku sport for a month, but I have a winch and bumper, and recovery gear. Probably work on sliders next. My thoughts on what I need were redirected after watching a bleep8n jeeps episode recently. Watched a built Bronco on 40's struggle, and roll. Watched a jku on D60's and 40's struggle, and a $3k Cherokee with D30 and D35 on 33" tires have an easier time making hard obstacles than the big $$ builds through good driving and line selection. Spend how you will, but the most important upgrade, and the cheapest, is between your ears. Drive smart!

[@Mike_E_44]

First of all your videos are great! Maybe mention other options for the Dana 30 like Eaton Truetracs. They are perfect for a JK Sport. I am planning on Ultimate Dana 60 after my last payment but Truetracs are perfect for now running 35s on my Sport. Keep up the good work!

[@peverett1989]

Great video! What rear bumper are you running!?

[@johnash6249]

Great video bro

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thanks man! Hope your doing well

[@TonyF1MMA]

You should go to Big Bend National Park and do some of those trails. Most beautiful I've ever done. Black Gap Road is the ultimo camino that you can prolly do with your jeep.

[@derrickscott28081]

Great video !

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thanks man!

[@Eman31618]

Hey just subscribed, great video specially with the part on investing in yourself. I haven’t gotten my Jeep yet but I’m working on and this put me at ease knowing to go out on the trail first before starting to modify it. I probably would do a ultra top best I think haha before anything just give my baby and my wife a cool view

[@mrnall13]

Yep, just got the rough country lift before watching. I knew it was going to be a temporary lift until I get more into off roading.. should I upgrade individual parts as I go (and get the money) or just save up for a whole new kit

[@AceGoodheart]

I don't plan on doing too much technical offroading. I just wanna drive up in the mountains on some offroad trails. I have the lift and tires done. I need to switch out my axels and gear ratio next (to include good inner axels too). Not sure i need lockers yet.

[@tazito1972]

Awesome video

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you!

[@treyloughridge5448]

Great video. Wish you owned an LJ though. My best mods have been gear upgrade.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I would loveeeee to have an LJ, but as you know those things are going for gold these days. Don’t ever sell yours!

[@cervinjpd]

Man your videos are awesome and entertaining. You've given me a bunch of great ideas and cost me a few dollars with the new upgrades from them, thanks lol. I just finished cutting up my hood and installing the Hyline hood lovours, I never would've done it without your encouragement. I'm on the path to lose some weight next. Running an AEV full width front bumper and Rampage rear with tire carrier. Running 37s so I want to lose the spare and down size to a stubby front and body width rear. What front bumper are you using? I like the size and look of it. Any suggestions or "stay away from that one"? Again thanks for your videos and keep em coming!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thanks for watching! And as for front bumpers. There are a lot to choose from on the market, I’ve loved my motobilt hatchet (currently running) but I will be changing it up very soon. I can’t give away details since the new bumper I’m going with is still in devolpoment, but I can say that if they pull it off it will be the first of its kind and would be worth the wait.

[@cervinjpd]

Oh the suspense! And such a tease, can't wait to see.

[@megans1178]

Can you post a link for your front bumper? Or what brand it is. I think I’m gonna go with that kind but with out a winch because I’m just not going to use it even though it looks cool

[@timtrudeau3089]

On my 2012 jku 4 door will fuel assault 20x12.5 rims and 34 inch tires work with out putting weel spacers on

[@jamesmarchel8386]

Very good list. It’s a great overview for beginner Jeepers, it would be cool to see a list for more advanced guys

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Good call, I’ll try to do one like that soon!

[@4LowConcepts]

Hello Ben I’m happy you posted another vid. Love your Channel. I have couple of questions for you. 1st I running 37 with 4.88 in thinking down grading to 35 I’m 12 jku auto wondering if it will be a good move. 2nd I’m searching for more info on ford 8.8 for my from and Chevy14 bolt for the rest need your opinion on this. Thank you buddy keep it up .

[@JKGearandGadgets]

The 37s and 4.88s are a good gear/tire match for you. 35s will bring your rpms up a few hundred on the highway. I would suggest borrowing someone’s 35s for a day and seeing how you like it. As for the 8.8, that is a rear axle generally used on TJ rear axle swaps, will not work in the front of your Jk. And for the rear 14 bolt, it is a 1 ton 8 lug axle. Very beefy but also requires a ton of work to go into the swap, I am doing an axle swap soon and will be talking about everything you need to do.

[@4LowConcepts]

JK Gear and Gadgets awesome brother thank you so much for the advice

[@pamodousawaneh]

Love your jeep

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you!

[@nickwinder2617]

Your Jeep is serious goals man!!! Btw still liking the Barnes tie rod?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you!! And yes it has been great!

[@christopher2309]

What front bumper is that?? Thank you!

[@rareearthfab5511]

Can't disagree with your mod list. Yes... expensive! No one ever said it was a cheap sport. BTW.. at 14:00 someone is bringing sexy back! Haha...

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Hahaha foreal, he’s trying to steal the show

[@smurik1]

Nice Jeep 👍 What are the specs for the rims?

[@thevisualedmarchiveproject3861]

Awesome mods. Just don't get too crazy like us... - Avengers.

[@00ninja00]

#1 mod for off-roading, buy a Jeep! Hahaha. I had a a lot of tacos. Takes a lot of mods on a taco to get to the level of a stock rubicon on a 3” lift. I didn’t get a wrangler, I don’t really rock crawl. But you convinced me on a gladiator! So went out and got my first Jeep! Haha

[@careyfrancis]

Tips for better night time lights? My TJ rubicon doesn’t get bright at all and I don’t know if I should spend $500 on a good 50” light bar or just some good pods or what? I plan on putting LED headlights on soon but I’m sure that’s not gonna be enough for the night time. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Led headlights will make the world of a difference! Do that first, then add accessory led pods as needed

[@mutibruce]

Hey, where do you wheel at? I live in Anchorage and am always looking for new trails.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I live in VA now, but keeping tags and residency in AKz check out Jeepin Alaska on Facebook! Great group of jeepers

[@russkeith4599]

Hey Ben do you think it's worth building a d30 lockers,axles,sleeves,truss ext. All my jeep see is sand and mud?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

For 35s yes I would recommend lockers, truss and gussets. Any bigger then 35s then I reccomend a 44

[@SevenSlotSociety]

Ooooo do I see a little color grading going on?? Getting fancy! I like it!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I have no idea what you mean haha

[@SevenSlotSociety]

Haha the colors look great man!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Haha the colors of what 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@SevenSlotSociety]

Good LORT haha! So most videos that are unedited have a certain "look." The colors don't pop, it's a little desaturated blah blah blah. This video in particular, the reds are very pleasing to the eye. It's a long winded compliment haha

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Your so extra. So sophisticated, a man with eyes like Picasso! Haha just messing, but thanks for the compliment. Idk how that happened, shot it with my iPhone and no color editing was done. Some say the light reflects off my skin like an angel, so that could be what’s creating the color grading

[@MSTrishRN]

What about a tire carrier rear bumper. I dont feel confident not having a spare.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

They are nice for 37s and below. But even 40s are pushing it on a carrier unless you upgrade to a genright style carrier and those are too bulky for my liking.

[@jessehendricks4365]

What rear bumper is that?

[@JasioWuTang]

Do you daily drive that red one? I’m new to the channel

[@jorgechavira7729]

Just being curious: what about mods for the engine?

[@dazyschultz6501]

How big of a lift can the stock steering components handle ok a jk?

[@KV-cs2uo]

I love jeep red 🤟🏻😛❤️

[@toddschultzandkaysar3530]

Do you know what the overall height of your jeep jk is with the new 40" s..?..

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I do not, I don’t think I’ve ever measured it

[@ThePioneerChannel]

Mattracks 👌

[@EVH5150iii]

Sweet Jeep! What kind of front bumper is that?!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

It’s a motobilt, but I am changing it out here soon!

[@st-dm5mr]

In Canada, running a truck with front exposed tires (short bumper with nothing in front of the tire) and tires extending beyond the fenders will get you a fine and/or impound. Those doors won't cut it with the nice policeman or vehicle inspector either. And the real fussy ones may write you up if the headlights don't have a Canuck legal rating. In some countries (Chile in the mid 1990s) banned front mounted winches as a risk to pedestrians. But they also seldom looked for seatbelt infractions cuz no one used them. One question. What do you do when you slice a sidewall? I think a spare tire should make the list of essential equipment...don't you?

[@virgilbelew8884]

I know the video is old, but what brand of fender flares are those?

[@tdawg557]

Uwharrie 🤘🏼

[@ifp123]

Old but very important vid, but had I found this (and a few others) I would have waited another 4 months and configured my 2018 JK with a dana 44 front and 4.88 gearing above all else. Now I have to play 'Catch up' this year and next so I don't break anything on blue and black trails.

[@andrewh2732]

What are the fender flares used on this jeep?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

MCE, narrows

[@Stevenfclark]

Who makes your rear bumper?

[@LTUSATV]

Hey what fender flares are those?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

They are MCE narrows!

[@TrillNGR]

40in tires are #1 my list

[@JKGearandGadgets]

It’s crazy how much it changes the look of the Jeep.

[@pierceneeley8825]

“35s might fit you needs” 😂😂 you can do just about anything on a 35

[@daze8789]

Where does the big spare wheel go?

[@Mav1911]

I know this is an old video, but why the hate on rough country? I put a 4" RC lift on my 91 YJ over a year ago, and I did away with my swaybars. I haven't had any issues on or off trail.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

RC is usually fine when it comes to leaf spring lifts.