How To Install a Full Suspension Lift Kit

[@PowerTankOfficial]

I really like how you've gone through different manufacturers. You're not doing apples to apples comparisons since the kits themselves are different (spacer vs leveling vs suspension system) but you get a good feel for the quality and care that the manufacturers put out. The variety gives us a good breadth of knowledge on how to build our new Gladiator.

[@jonathanbahr1]

I watched this an obscene amount of times and it really sold me on the Clayton lift and helped me fly through my first ever lift on my first ever Jeep. Thanks!

[@ES-lh1tj]

Good choice on the lift. I've been running long arm Clayton lifts for two years now on my JK's. No issues.

[@co4x4]

Just wanted to say I really like that you're always willing to offer help to others by answering questions...good man! Cheers from Denver Colorado!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you! Hopefully I’ll get out to CO sometime!

[@co4x4]

@@JKGearandGadgets wifey, kids and I are always wheeling during the season. Hit me up and will hit some stunning scenic trails.

[@tony1youtube]

Best lift kit install video as I just put mine on 7 hrs ago, I wish I had watched your video before my install

[@charlesconnor1737]

I wish you where my neighbor … you really make this stuff easy to understand … awesome video … I’m doing my gladiator lift today this video helps a lot… thanks

[@fjnagle2nd]

When re-installing your track bar (front or rear) I used a ratchet strap when installing my Zone Off Road 3" lift in my 95 XJ. Worked great as I was doing the job on a twin post lift.

[@Stretcher1974]

Chamfer the thread ends of sway bar link and you will not have to use nuts to retread. I am just an old tool and die tech turned combat tank engineer giving you a tooling tip. Nice work and great explanation.

[@diehardnolefan]

Long time listener, first time caller. I’ve been watching your videos on FB for a while, but I finally pulled the trigger and subscribed on KZbin. It’s not something I normally do, but I had to jump on and tell you how much I’ve enjoyed keeping up with your Gladiator build. I’m a long ways behind, but I’m loving mine, and I can’t wait to get my lift on this summer. Keep up the good work, and I look forward to more videos.

[@davemurray8421]

Yup, I'm definitely jonesing for a Gladiator. Looks as great as it performs. Looking forward to more project on all 3 rigs!

[@ernieturner1342]

My favorite Jeep content on the KZbin! Thanks for the great knowledge, you empower everyone to take care of their own work on Jeeps! Thank you so much to you and your family Ben!

[@Sami-rp7mf]

That was just amazing. Not a handy man so need to get this done outside but loves it. Thank you for posting it

[@redbarry2540]

Gillian & Eric always do me right, great personal touch when working with them. Enjoy the lift, looks beefy!!

[@lexiegayable]

Really appreciate the video. I'm giving myself a good bit of time to collect all the equipment needed and to learn as much as I can before I give it a go, but I'm hoping by this time next year (Aug 2021) I'll be installing a 3.5" on my 2017 JK. This is my first Jeep, I finally...finalllly got one, and I'm so stoked to become more than an owner. This will be the biggest project I've ever done. Really enjoy your channel. Thanks for sharing!

[@beefiestacorn88]

Great video, Ben! Love how you still cover the basics for people with a little less knowledge but keep it fun for everyone. Trucks really coming along!

[@batsoffroad]

Ben! Thanks for the info on Jill with Offroad Elements. I have been looking and looking for shocks. After I watched this video, I called her and was completely surprised to find out they had the exact shocks I was looking for IN STOCK! ALSO... I ordered this exact lift kit from Clayton Offroad for my JT. We always enjoy your video's. Very informative. Thanks!

[@yipeeiaye]

Good Video - regardless of how many times we have seen "lift" videos. About to put a new lift on my JT so this was a good refresher!

[@Brother_Lander]

Saw a Gladiator on the trail for my first time yesterday. Thing did pretty well. I definitely want one

[@Scott_69HemiDart]

OUTSTANDING install video.......................truck looks great!!

[@michaelmurray2592]

Super video Ben! I am leaning towards Clayton for my JTR. You did make that look simple doing it by yourself. Great job man!

[@joshmorton8697]

That Jt is looking beastly!!!!

[@krashnpa]

Looks good with the 3.5 lift! I like it!

[@raycabrera941]

Ben can you do a up to date review on the Clayton lift, in on the fence between Clayton and Teraflex 2.5 lifts, help.

[@rangethetrail]

good install video! wish i had seen it 5 years ago when i did my first lift - woulda cut DAYS off of my install time. LMAO. i liked the new-camera-time-lapse-rig you were using too! nice!

[@johnfitzgerald5158]

I have found that pushing up slightly on the opposite knuckle with the floor jack caused the side you are working to droop further, allowing more room to sneak the spring in. At least this is what worked on my Ram which has the same 5 link set up. Wish I knew this trick when I did my TJ years ago.

[@AntonioPerez-kk8cj]

I can't wait to see the video of the JT with doors and top removed. The JT is looking better and better in every new video Ben. 👍🏽

[@ivanfromtheeast4709]

Antonio Perez he already made one

[@AntonioPerez-kk8cj]

@@ivanfromtheeast4709 when? I must have missed it.

[@ivanfromtheeast4709]

Antonio Perez I think it was over the summer you can look back through his feed and find it

[@AntonioPerez-kk8cj]

@@ivanfromtheeast4709 found it, thanks.

[@craftbeerenthusiastunion2237]

Hey man! Great vid! I’m probably going to be using a lift from Clayton Off-road (they’re local to me!) so it was nice to see your results.

[@nickdoeslife9531]

Ozark Overland Adventures had that same issue with the Track Bar. He ended up replacing it with one that has a bow in the middle it give the spare tire more room. You can see it in his video where he goes through showcasing all the Modifications he’s made to his Gladiator and tallying up the cost of everything.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yep! That was actually my design and recommendation to Clayton shortly after installing the lift and they started making the bent rears.

[@nickdoeslife9531]

Thats really cool . Its good that they listen to feedback like that.

[@danarteritano1340]

Sweet setup, I think I can tackle installing a lift.

[@BillyOnroad]

Lol throwing shade on the Liberty's.. I'm the same way when i see a lifted Renegade lol.. but to each their own. Dope install

[@prh1968]

Nice video! I feel confident that I can install one now...Ordering Camo Croc and lift now! Thanks for what you do!!

[@gremlin3362]

I’m trying to figure out how this video has 26 dislikes. Amazing video. Very informative. Thank you!

[@ВладДом]

Cool, hi from Samhain, I use fj , but want gladiator very much. After your video want it more )))

[@w.c.6678]

Nice vid. Very informative. Sponsors should pick you up. Except for the Crocks damaging your street-cred, couldn't be better. Thanks bro. God Bless.

[@invictuscenturion8468]

Doing my kit today. Thanks for the video

[@danhambrick6331]

Nice job Ben.What did you do with all the "old" suspension parts?

[@user-jt6ph2fs7w]

@He gave them to me “

[@teamsix7185]

Don't forget changing that stock rear drive shaft (at least the rear)..... it will fail shortly. Then you will need to align the pinion properly if you use a CV type drive shaft, using adjustable control arms. Otherwise you will feel it.... or eventually wear out your transfer case seal etc.. Then you will need to either cut and re-weld your rear spring mounts or use a 10 degree wedge to get your springs back to almost straight.

[@travismerrix4391]

Great install video as always can’t wait to tackle my 3.5 rock krawler X factor lift and move to 37’s

[@3.zero.240]

Loving it!! I think you just sold me on this kit...just wondering if you have any of the issues I’ve seen with other kits where the springs tend to bow out? Keep the videos coming...

[@JKGearandGadgets]

So far, zero spring bowing! Even with the factory spring pads on the axle

[@3.zero.240]

JK Gear and Gadgets just want to say thank you for taking the time to make these videos...they are very informative....esp for some of us who have been out of the Jeep world for many years....or just new!

[@jerrytaylor2743]

Thanks for the response love the channel and honest reviews!!

[@Donnietill]

Nice lift! I need for my Gladiator!

[@brucemartin835]

Another awesome video with detailed explanations of what and why. Thank you and keep up the great work!

[@Thexkidd]

That tailgate is coming in handy

[@smorris2993]

Have you ever considered airing down the spare and using a ratchet strap around it right along the line of the track bar? Should work as long as they’re aired down enough- not a big deal since you have an arb.

[@autoblog3922]

I really enjoy your videos! Super down to earth guy.

[@jennmeeker4876]

Awesome video!!! I just got my new clayton kit in the mail, it actually came with a brand new rear track bar with a bend in it. When I called them they said it was their new design to help clear 37s a little easier, you should check it out or do a video and see how much it helps!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

That was my idea 😉. I’ve been running that prototype for a while now. It works great

[@accordnc]

Great job. And that lift kit does look really nice.

[@JoseAsellas]

Loving the gladiator ben nice work as always very good setup

[@dc5631]

I did the evo lift. The fox shocks do good man. Love the vids by the way

[@ducks12345678901]

awesome and helpful video I'm about to install a new lift on my jk and this makes it seem really easy

[@barebonesdiving77]

Another great video, always enjoy seeing what your up to.

[@nathanwoodard7661]

Looking forward to the light review I like the amber look 😋

[@BunnyTJ]

Great Video Ben. I really like the flow just wish I had a shed like yours haha.

[@jeremynichols1326]

Great job Ben the gladiator looks awesome keep up the great work and awesome videos.

[@josepech1111]

Easy Peezy wow, thank you for sharing

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thanks for watching

[@henrystearns8887]

Great video Ben. Thanks for the training

[@rocko8153]

Great video mann ! You have motivated me to do my own lift ... thank you ..

[@dwizl7213]

You make it look so easy! I'm so obsessed with the Core Doors on the JK in the background that it's distracting me from focusing on the task at hand. Wish Bestop would come out with them for the JL & JT. Are they paintable? Thinking they'd look way better color matched but haven't seen anyone with them painted yet.

[@thatmand4542]

i realy want to buy that lift kit for my dad but my heart just wants the rock krawler pro x kit with the triangulated rear,idk im just stuck between that and the clayton kit,my 15 year old self cant decide XD

[@Do4now]

Did you regear when you put the 37’s on? Great video thanks so much!

[@mikehoffman3690]

Lift looks great.

[@adamaldinger6960]

As always great video! Thanks for the run down of the kit. Great advice looking forward future installs!!

[@EricTheOld]

Great video, awesome editing

[@JTRSpartacus]

great stuff --thanks for posting. I'm loving the Clayton Offroad stuff

[@djuell01]

Hey you know I'll take the old shocks in donation!! Ben I'll have to check out they they have for my 2011 JKU 🤘🏻👍🏻 love your videos been following since you put those JL good latches on your JK. Keep up the great videos!

[@JP-tl8rr]

Great video as always, I have a 2012 JKU on 35's and 3.5 inch lift and was planing on getting a 3/4 ton truck as a tow vehicle but every time I see something new you do to the JT I am think that I want it instead and for go the 3/4 ton truck. Cant wait to see the next its you have for it.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Well, if you want to use it as a towing truck, I wouldn’t get the JT.

[@JP-tl8rr]

No, i was thinking about forgoing the towing vehicle and just rock with the JT, Sorry i did not make that clearer on my first comment, love the videos...

[@bibbedvermin8213]

Love watching your videos can't wait to see what you do next.

[@gogerwi]

Now that you have lived with this lift Ben, would you do anything different?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I would install the extended brake lines from Clayton lol. They didn’t offer them at the time. I switched to falcon shocks as well. I prefer stiffer/firm shocks, plus they are adjustable which is nice. The Fox shocks pair really well with the Clayton lift, however it was a little too soft for my liking. The Clayton lift is holding up really well, and I even have a heavy bed cover, rack, and Rooftop tent on the back end and it handles it well. The giro joint control arms are great, flex really nice Offroad and it’s nice not to worry about greasing them haha. Overall I’m super happy with this lift, I should probably make an update video!

[@mightyd-max3717]

Hey man love the vids wish I saw this video be fore I purchased my metal cloak lift kit

[@jamesmerkel9442]

I think that rear control arm mount pnt should b on tire side of factory mount pnt so under max travel load not stressed & slightly flared rear under normal no wt no load.

[@tonyholland6661]

Thanks for all your videos, love them. Have you done an update on this lift after you have used it? Pros and cons? If you can you drop a link I have looked but can't find it. Thanks for all you videos.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I have not, but I will try to do a video like that soon. I still love the kit and highly recommend it.

[@erikng1003]

U make it look so easy

[@50Racer00]

What front bumper is that on the Gladiator? I love it!

[@RedDawnAviation]

Weird how things change. In my teens and early 20s the common tire was a 36” and then came 38” followed by 40s (not common) and 44s. Is the current 35 and 37 trend due to metric conversions? My 36” Gumbo Monster Mudders were incredible self cleaning mud tires. Yes the rubber was soft and you got about 12 to 15k out of them but took my truck damn near straight up :)

[@Jaugie2200]

Beautiful build! Big lift big tires how’s mpg doing?

[@austinpyatt]

Great video, love the detail.

[@lloydrage]

Crazy you just got the lift and already swapped it out. Hopefully you sell your old lift

[@jesusgutierrez255]

Hello from Kansas City

[@jimmybae8198]

Awesome install! Looks so easy when you do it! I've followed your install steps and able to complete my 3.5" lift kit on JT also. Thanks!!!! Did you change the driveshaft yet?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Still on factory driveshafts! The front boot is ripped, but it doesn’t affect operation

[@jlautomotive6349]

As a new Gladiator owner myself and looking at installing (myself) the Rough Country 3.5” suspension lift next spring… are control arms something I should be saving for as well? Mine is a sport so I will need disconnect-able front sway bars but anything else as I do plan on running class 6 roads up here in New Hampshire

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes, adjustable control arms 100% for anything above 2.5-3”

[@reesegoetz134]

Any updates on the wheeling trip to rausch at the end of february? I am interested in attending!

[@ELIDOG923]

cool video. I myself will install my lift once its here, anyways wanted to ask whats that front bumper you have on your JT?thanks

[@saltass1]

This has probably been answered before, so sorry. I currently have a 2in level on my gladiator. If I do a 3.5 lift all the way around, am I just getting an additional 1.5in up front and regaining the factory rake in the suspension?

[@virginiasal9217]

Great video!! Very informative thank you

[@trail_tracker]

Did you need to drill into the frame for putting the bottom bump stop or did you drill into the bump stop itself? If it is later, can you do prior to putting it inside the spring because the space to do it looks right.

[@jamesmerkel9442]

u need that measurement from ground to dead top of disk max length so u hve a number to aim at to but it back.

[@nickmortenson8106]

So how tall is your gladiator with 37's and the lift? Just curious because im looking at one and want it to fit in the garage door

[@markjohnson7712]

I would very much like to find that out as well. I can only go 6” including 37’s. If that lift ends up being 4.5” Im screwed.

[@chrisb6865]

Did you wind up getting a new driveshaft with this lift? Do you know how much additional height you netted?

[@ronwhite7333]

Great video, thanks for all your information

[@PoisonSpyder038]

Great work as always

[@trail_tracker]

Love your channel. Very helpful tips. Quick question for a novice here: How do you determine right torque specs with impact wrenches and driver's? For example, lug nuts need to be torqued to 130ft-lbs so I can do it with manual wrench but I see you use impact wrenches for all your upgrades including this lift.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Impact to assemble everything, then follow up with torque wrench.

[@garonalabandian4033]

Another awesome video guys! Wondering if you noticed any difference between the rubicon oem fox shocks and the fox 2.0s?

[@pacoruiz9928]

Thank you for the info buys a lift soon

[@BBDOGGER]

Air the spare all the way down and put a ratchet strap around it. Should reduce the size by the small amount you need.

[@skdevilchild]

Hi Ben - love the video. With this lift kit what is the total height of the truck? Hoping no more than 2.1metres?

[@wyattearp6883]

Being the 4 wheel drive enthusiast you are. I'm surprised that you don't wear you're Crocs in 4 wheel drive.

[@Sam001986]

Awesome work, thank you for all the content brother

[@seanlittle9903]

Spacer kits are great but a real lift is so much better of a ride.

[@TireSmokin1]

Um, if you put the transfer case into 4 High and transmission into park, you will lock the front axle into park. Jam nuts on the Clayton arms require 190 ft lbs torque minimum. It's clear you are no where near that. When I called Clayton about the jam nuts on my lift kit, they explained they use a five foot extension on a crows foot to reach the desired torque. The ONLY thing Clayton does not warranty against with the life time warranty is if you ruin the threads due to loose jam nuts destroying the threads inside the arms. I'm not sure what you were focused on during these last few videos but I'm looking forward to seeing the normal happy and confident Ben...

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I went back and hit them with a crows foot with my breaker bar, as well as a retorque on all the bolts. It’s cold as crap outside, working on the Jeep and trying to film it all without a garage is getting pretty hard in the winter months. Just filming these projects adds about 2x to the project length. The JL and JT have the electronic FAD (front axle disconnect), I’m fairly sure it unlocks when you turn the engine off, I could be wrong though (so no 4wd).

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you for watching, and you are 100% correct, it’s very important to get control arm jam nuts as tight as freakin possible.

[@rajncajun]

Thanks for the video. I am sold... now a basic question? Which Milwaukee cordless are you using to handle all the torque?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I’m using the harbor freight earthquake! Works great