Wk2 Grand Cherokee Jeep Build By Offroad Animal

[@dylangw1]

Did the crooked light bar on the bumper urk anyone else?

[@offroadanimal]

been fixed, took 5 min with a spanner

[@kurtwelday8465]

Me

[@barrycarpenter270]

Thanks for calling it out guys, the crooked light and badge sent me off the deep end, Glurp ! Beautiful equipment, I just hope the install crew and mfg. crew don't intermingle . LOL

[@captain8960]

Someones OCD about the littlest things

[@MrKozanitis]

Dylan Williams ahem..."urking" irks me!

[@OP941nine]

That is the sickest off road Grand Cherokee I have ever seen. Great job!

[@joedonaghue2952]

And its in Austria

[@PolarBear00777]

That is one of the NIcest GC builds I have ever seen! Super Clean, Very Functional, Extremely well thought out! Great Job!

[@ryanmartinage]

Love the WK2. One of the best 4wd systems around. They deserve more love.

[@joseph11835]

Finally, my thirst for loud generic rock music has been quenched

[@CowboyRei]

LOL

[@androsborsato]

I can dig it!

[@davidhartnett3836]

It needs more cowbell

[@briggsjefferson9940]

You all probably dont give a shit but does any of you know a method to get back into an instagram account..? I was dumb lost my password. I would love any help you can offer me.

[@gianniisaac2609]

@Briggs Jefferson Instablaster ;)

[@troyd-motorsport9933]

Seriously the nicest looking kit for a WK2 Ive seen, its both functional and also does not hinder the original look of the car like other Australian companies bars do (Others look like they have modded a toyota or nissan bar to the jeep)

[@choosumfat]

As someone who off-roaded the crap out of then brand new 2000 WJ for close to 12 years on, I approve.

[@salesguy5150]

LOVE the front / rear bumper kits!

[@quincybirwood2629]

Very nicely done. Those ports for the high lift jack and the protection for the electronics is pure genius. The only thing I would do differently would be to put that spare on a gate off the rear bumper. Otherwise, great build. Thanks for posting.

[@robertl7522]

The tailgate is automatic would suck to hit the key and have it hit your tire carrier

[@michaelparamo3722]

I agree with the spare in the back but awesome build

[@lretxxz]

as a guy who scanned his roof and CAD'd the most badass (still the most : ) roof rack for WK2's, I can give you guys massive props on the first good looking bumpers for WK2's. I'll be hitting you up on that! i hope its available in the US. Good work all over guys..

[@orsksnicklefritz6967]

Absolutely Fantastic!! Solves many of the problems that have kept me from considering previously available WK2 upgrades. Roof rack will probably be my first choice to install. The increased weight it can carry is what is so seriously needed. I agree with a previous post that a gate for spare tire on the rear bumper would be a good option. Only thing I'm truly scared of, since I'm in the States, is the price for the bumper upgrades. I'm sure it's worth whatever it costs. Just don't want to end up turning my WK2 into a Rubicon for more money than what a Rubicon costs!

[@StratRC]

I just got a 2015 WK2 and I want everything you guys make for it! Very cool products.

[@beardedpatriot1857]

Man I'd love to have that whole set up.

[@stevens1679]

I just bought a wk2 and truthfully, this might the the perfect build I was looking for

[@offroadanimal]

I do love this wk2, so fun to drive

[@PrettyGreenMonk]

What a build every accessory is awesome

[@thomasearl9732]

Just bought a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland look forward to modified it

[@brockdockery2277]

Any updates on your build?

[@coloradomallcrawlers]

That’s the best WK2 build I think I’ve ever seen! That’d be a fun vehicle to use for my Colorado trail guide videos... but I think I’m going to go with a JLU Willy’s or new Ford Bronco.

[@allaboutme6032]

It all looked good other than the rear bar with the rear fog-lights still in eyesight. How much extra work would it be to mount the rear fog-lights to the bar? That way the rear bar could be raised ever so slightly. Overall without picking on the obvious "great job". Do you manufacture a front Full size Bullbar for the WK2 with winch fittings?

[@MrELIAN602]

Top notch for all the products and fitment but the side steps got me falling in love with them right away 🖤🖤🖤

[@modernman5760]

Wow such an impressive looking build. Nice job fellas.

[@offroadanimal]

Thank you kindly!

[@marcostorralbo4122]

Love those side boards and the under belly plate

[@offroadanimal]

Glad you like them!

[@димакруглов-м8э]

Monocoque Body with Built-in Ladder Frame They say that superior off-road handling capability could only come at the expense of on-road smoothness. They have obviously never driven Grand Cherokee . By incorporating a lightweight and highly rigid monocoque body with a built-in ladder frame that provides added resistance to torsion and flexing and fixing them atop a dynamic independent suspension, Grand Cherokee achieves an unprecedented combination of all-terrain control and luxury-sedan comfort. For added durability, grand cherokee now makes more extensive use of galvanized steel body panels, while the new aluminum hood panel reduces weight for better handling.

[@josephmetzger7088]

Really Like the bumpers, rails and roof rack... don't want wait until April 2020 for these to be available stateside. Already getting bottom armor from Chief... best get up to speed, Animal!

[@19MAD95]

Awesome look. I’m way too inexperienced to actually install this stuff myself. Drilling is where i get lost.

[@jeffreywilliamson4863]

Very cool. Looking at a 2020 right now. Would definitely dig the bumpers and winch. Probably skip the snorkel and lift for my purposes. The bumpers look great.

[@richardk100]

So here is the thing. You drilled new holes for the rock sliders and then mount them without treating the metal for future rust?

[@offroadanimal]

yes we treated them just didn't' show on camera as it's rather boring to watch

[@michaelgianni4173]

Yes, I have a 2014 Grand Cherokee Limited I need this.

[@eyeport]

My 2015 also needs this, just for style of cos

[@ArbyCreations]

That is by far the sexiest WK2 I have ever seen, now I want one :/

[@димакруглов-м8э]

Many people say that there is no frame in wk2, but it is integrated welded!! Its torsional strength is higher than that of toyota SUVs and so on with a classic frame!!

[@fredvandenheuvel1591]

Beauty and function perfectly combined. Any luck these products can be bought in Europe, especially the Netherlands? If not, is shipping an option?

[@offroadanimal]

We regularly ship to Europe. email us at [e-mail] for a quote

[@mr.gunsglore7670]

This is the COOLEST SHIT IVE SEEN FOR A OVERLAND! I LUV IT MAN! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

[@bladeslicemaster5390]

Thank you for toning down your Australian accent so I can understand you! Great video and project - thumbs up!

[@nino-cu1wm]

Look very impressive David Good to see you again online doing what you love

[@Victorbravo93]

That build is fkn gorgeous

[@anthonywarren3656]

Awesome video! Pretty sure that is a 2014 and up WK2 though. WK2s before the 2014 had a different front bumper and the Overland decal is situated on the other side of the vehicle underneath the 4X4 badge. Again, awesome build!

[@offroadanimal]

This one was built in 2013, but is an MY14 Quite often manufacturers release vehicles in the year before the Model year is out

[@arsent8326]

I usually don’t leave comments, but this truck looks amazing great job!

[@805gregg]

Great build, but one thing you are missing, is the loss in fuel economy from no build to when you are done, today with fuel costs going through the roof that is one of my most important issues, one woman I read about lost 5 mpg just putting a Top Heavy Tent on her Grand Cherokee how many MPG does all this cost in everyday driving?

[@offroadanimal]

To be able to play on the big tracks and camp in great comfort you need to sacrifice economy. This is about 3mpg worse on fuel with the V8 with all the gear.

[@eldritchblastjt9502]

If only they made roof racks like that for th Cherokee. The best shaped Jeep model for something that tough looking.

[@logananderson9729]

Love the look of everything! Sounds like the front bumper/winch for the 2011-2013 are coming soon. Can we expect the adjustable links around the same time? Wasn't able to find them online.

[@offroadanimal]

until we offer them, i suggest purchasing links from airlinksgc.com/

[@rockymountboy]

that build looks amazing. Now if someone would come out with a a Solid Axle Conversion kit for the rear, I might upgrade from my WJ!

[@MH-go9wn]

Why invest that much in something that isn’t worthy of it. Stick to your WJ or upgrade to a Toyota 😉

[@runforest5424]

WOW!!! looks amazing , I love it !

[@TroutWest]

Holy crap you guys make some great gear!!! Can you guys tell me your preferred way to go through the firewall for wiring lights and such for the WK2?

[@offroadanimal]

behind glove box, not fun, but doable

[@Jeff_Vdr]

Hi how do you manage air suspension ? I don’t know how to offset it for large and big tire ….

[@offroadanimal]

replace it with steel springs, we did an much happier

[@davidmorin2731]

Incredible build, I love it! Please tell me you cleaned up where the old roof rails were though.

[@offroadanimal]

sure did

[@Carlos-ql5un]

Please be careful when ordering rear bumper if you have after market exhaust as you will need to stay within stock diameter mufflers for fitment ,as bumper hangs down 3-4 inches lower than stock on frame rails. Just FYI

[@jacknelson9800]

OMG! thats awesome! I would upgrade my jeep with that - the question is - is it legal for german TUV

[@offroadanimal]

Have a chat to our agent in Germany, www.offroadanimal.eu

[@lifeforfun2251]

Cool wheels! On my Jeep GC WK2 are the same!

[@mikecarrington6417]

The mods are visually and functionally appealing. How much weight did you add to the vehicle?

[@faindustries]

Mike Carrington about 160kg for everything

[@benbrenning2313]

Did you guys ever find a solution for the shocks knocking after installing airlink? I am considering getting a 275/65/18 but dont want to run into this issue. Did you also need spacers to make those wheels fit with no rub?

[@offroadanimal]

Yeah, removed the air suspension all together. Much happier now.

[@scottbrowne1671]

Just wondering what the Rim Specs are on that Jeep - Specifically Offset

[@offroadanimal]

18x9 with a +11 offset

[@scottbrowne1671]

@@offroadanimal Thank-you very much :)

[@scottbrowne1671]

@@offroadanimal any chance of pointing me in the right direction on where to find these?

[@offroadanimal]

@@scottbrowne1671 USA or Aus?

[@The__Canuck.]

@@offroadanimal the video said offset was 10, now its 11+?

[@d3adbeatraccoon]

Will this work for Summit/High Altitude models that have a different bottom fascia?

[@offroadanimal]

It will work but you'll need to trim your factory bumpers

[@d3adbeatraccoon]

@@offroadanimal Significant or minor? Thanks for the reply

[@davidfitzpatrick2811]

@@d3adbeatraccoon significant

[@coolchef09]

should do cutouts around the rear stock bumperlights.

[@offroadanimal]

Did on the prototype, looked strange

[@stanboxa]

nice video mate, just to confirm you can snatch off the rear bumper? i would use the tow hitch but just want to understand how strong it is. and if i highlift jack off it, its not going to bend?? many thaks

[@offroadanimal]

Yes you can snatch off the back. We suggest using an equalising strap though

[@stephenjacobs5640]

bro this guy Australian American and European switching between them accents like that HAHAHAHAH

[@nuwanekanayake5791]

Love from 🇱🇰

[@Don_Dula]

What’s the largest tires size possible to put on a stock air suspension on a 2018 overland without adding the links?

[@astrogreenarrow]

Don’t they have a ep where they mounted a dual swing steal bumper door one for jerky can and the other for the rear tire

[@димакруглов-м8э]

We have a lot of expeditions in the Russian Federation, very difficult operating conditions from the terrible cold in winter mud and bad roads!! Jeep/ram SUVs are sometimes more reliable and more adaptable than German and Japanese cars! Your SUVs on average have runs from 200 to 500 thousand km!! This is a high reliability indicator!!

[@d3adbeatraccoon]

Hey, Offroad Animal. I'm curious about the mention of adjustable air links to reduce the shock knocking in OF1. You guys basically raised the front height and lowered the rear, correct? And what about that strut top spacer, did anything ever come from it?

[@offroadanimal]

yeah tried the spacer, but lost a bit too much nitrogen out of the system. anyway sick of the air suspension so swapping to steel springs very very soon

[@MrObvious125]

If this vehicle thinks its in OR1, at "normal ride hight", what happens when you go into OR2, does it try to over extend??

[@offroadanimal]

Don't go into OR2

[@chrismcnamara4817]

like the vidieo . can setup be put on a srt and is the a rear wheel carrier for it chris

[@offroadanimal]

Some can go on the SRT, what are you after. Wheel carrier is coming

[@jesselaporte7184]

Was the rear bumper blocking the two lower rear lights

[@offroadanimal]

partially blocking the fog lights, not any light that is actually useful.

[@BrutalHumorSocial]

You guys should update your video description to include all the parts required for this build.

[@Shyamiiii]

Hey guys this is awesome. Ino this video is old but I recently came across a free 2012 grand cherokke. Could these upgrades be done on that chassis? Thanks

[@offroadanimal]

yeah mate

[@brendanf8633]

How is it when the suspension lowers on the highway, do the tires still fit? Or did you find a way to bypass that and keep it at max height full time?

[@offroadanimal]

Tyres did not rub in areo mode, so was fine there

[@Hard_7_Iron]

Really nice build....wow!

[@offroadanimal]

Glad you think so!

[@chrisfusco1108]

Will the rear bumper fit with the Corsa exhaust on my 5.7 Trailhawk W2?

[@offroadanimal]

should be ok

[@vipermarn]

Can the Off Road Products show fit the 2019 or 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee S-Limited Auto 4x4

[@offroadanimal]

most can but not the pre runner

[@conedprepper]

What size tire can you run if you don't have air ride ? I have factory 265/50R20.

[@offroadanimal]

With a lift and a bit of trimming 275/70r18 I'd say

[@treyladdy]

Do you have to do any drilling to put on the steel bumper?

[@offroadanimal]

No drilling required

[@G900_BRABUS]

How much did all that cost you? Besides wheels tires and luggage?

[@offroadanimal]

about $15k AUD, or like $10k USD

[@G900_BRABUS]

@@offroadanimal thanks

[@richarda3764]

Why don't you have the steel front bumper listed for the 2011-2013 years?

[@offroadanimal]

in development now, hope to have it in a few months

[@perryrush6563]

Does the front bumper improve the approach angle, or does it remain factory? I know you said best in class, but couldn't find the actual angle listed on your site.

[@offroadanimal]

Yes by a lot. there is a photo on our website showing this

[@psyekl]

I just visited the website. Why aren't newer Jeep Cherokee parts available?

[@offroadanimal]

Very small demand

[@abouhala]

Can I have the same exact build on a WK2 2013 Diesel without the ACC?

[@offroadanimal]

yes you can

[@MrDiecast69]

Where can i get these bolted fender for my 2021 laredo?

[@offroadanimal]

They are Bushwacker brand, available most countries

[@wilhobbs207]

Nice content. Please lose the overly loud, generic rock music.

[@jimsiercks1131]

Agree, good video terrible music.

[@MaddJakd]

Not exactly loud and. What exactly would you want to hear, some generic electronic lol?

[@fredturd]

Lose the vocals...

[@eyeport]

Love the music here

[@Jherford54]

You used the Bushwacker flairs that are for earlier year models and they fit with no mods? On their site I see flairs only for 2016 Grand Cherokees. Do you know any other company with flairs? I want to add some to my 2019 Jeep GC Lorado. I have larger tires like on this one with a leveling kit.

[@The__Canuck.]

there is a lot they dont go into, their website doesnt even sell 2013 front bumpers or the hidden winch plate, but yet they used a "2013" for these mods. i think they used a 14 or newer.

[@offroadanimal]

@@The__Canuck. Our WK2 while being made in 2013 is a MY14

[@offroadanimal]

@@The__Canuck. Hidden winch and front bumper coming soon for 2011-2013

[@offroadanimal]

the bushwackers do fit the later models but you need to do some mods to get it to work. especially if you have parking sensors

[@1ode2joy]

I think I'm in love. I will be modding my WK2 for a hard shell RTT I have and am so glad I found your roof rails. Are the extra holes for any certain bases/towers other than your rack? I'd like to mount my Rhino Rack bases to them. Yes, I know I can just drill them, just curious. Thanks for a great video!

[@offroadanimal]

the extra holes are for our rack, sorry not sure about Rhino

[@alstcpayment4984]

I am interested in a Fender flare of my Grand Cherokee Trail hawk, where can I get one? I use Off Road Animal products on my rig

[@offroadanimal]

These are Bushwacker ones

[@luketorrey1694]

Didn't you mention exhaust work??

[@offroadanimal]

just at the start that we put a custom exhaust on.

[@seanbyrne7919]

That light bar sitting crooked is making my eye twitch

[@BreatheRC]

OMG the front lightbar is on the piss too is someone sniffing the thinners a bit too hard there :)

[@offroadanimal]

been fixed, took 5 min with a spanner

[@BreatheRC]

@@offroadanimal Might have been better ad for your company if you got things right the first time :)

[@faindustries]

Breathe -RC nobody is perfect but thanks for pointing out that tiny mistake

[@BreatheRC]

@@faindustries Your welcome :)

[@mackeycharli256]

Breathe -RC * you’re

[@brianpatrickcork4513]

How much does all of this weigh and how would it affect a suspension lift?

[@offroadanimal]

This overland has air suspension, so no issues with it. All up weighs about 200kg including lights and winch

[@димакруглов-м8э]

@@offroadanimal very durable relieble quadra lift as on truck!! I will also note the independent suspension / chassis and its elements of the grand cherokee, it is very durable and hardy, allowing it to withstand heavy loads / impacts! The thickness of the front and rear levers of the trailhawk is incredibly thick!!! Applies to all suspension elements

[@jth1987leb]

Worried about the windshield washer reservoir, but you removed the factory crash bar which effects the frontal crash performance.I know in a few states that will make it no longer road legal.

[@offroadanimal]

new bumper replaces it, and has been tested as such

[@imperius_lxxvii9999]

the little light bar in the middle ruins it.. not even straight. but beside that. . I love everything else

[@offroadanimal]

Fixed that

[@AussieKiwi1]

Looks great! Was that some minor trimming I could see happening to fit the 275/65/18s ? If so was this just some trimming of the felt liner or was there pinch weld cutting / mods involved?

[@offroadanimal]

yes trimming was required to fit those tyres. Just the felt no pinch weld mod required

[@AussieKiwi1]

@@offroadanimal Thanks! Only issue I see with the flares will be the front parking sensors on my MY19 that is positioned right on the edge of the fenders, I either need to go for an offset of like > +12 that negates need for flares or somehow moving the 2 sensors.

[@kozman76]

Looks great, sound track for the video was cool

[@jonh2408]

So what happens when you get on the highway and the suspension automatically lowers into areo mode?.... and can you still raise it to off road 2?

[@offroadanimal]

aero mode is fine on hwy. and OR1 is now OR2, so can't go above that. Same height as before but just can't press button too many times

[@jonh2408]

@@offroadanimal so does that mean that normal mode is the same as off road 1... and off road 1 sits as high as off road 2?

[@offroadanimal]

@@jonh2408 Yes exactly

[@toddbrown2574]

If you guys had your products in the US, I would buy them!

[@offroadanimal]

We do. go to www.offroadanimal.com

[@ErokCherokee]

No land anchor?

[@offroadanimal]

Land Anchor?

[@inchaoswearereborn9586]

Someone needs to build a bigger lift for these wk2s. 3-4 inches would be ideal.

[@bloroxcleach]

YESS. 35s and a 4 inch lift would look awesome. Somebody was working on a 4in lift but disappeared

[@inchaoswearereborn9586]

@@bloroxcleach yeah I'm sure they started running into problems because even at 2-2.5 inches the control arms are completely maxed out. Long arm kit, bigger knuckles, longer ball in socket axles from RCV axles, king shocks/struts and springs, custom tie rod ends and long swaybar links with quick disconnects. Maybe some options to beef up those differentials, or at least the front diff.

[@inchaoswearereborn9586]

@@bloroxcleach I've been thinking about this for 2 years lol and not one fabrication shop has done a thing. It's time someone makes these truly capable off road machines. Companies make more shit for the Cherokee and Liberty than the WK2 even though our GCs are more capable

[@TTURocketDoc]

Love the front bumper, hate the aluminum skid plate

[@offroadanimal]

how come?

[@TTURocketDoc]

@@offroadanimal I'd prefer galvanized steel for it's strength. Not sure what alloy you're using, i guess if it was 6061 I'd be ok with it at 5 mm

[@offroadanimal]

@@TTURocketDoc if you do some research you will see 5mm thick AL 6061 T5 is more than enough

[@TTURocketDoc]

@@offroadanimal yeah you didn't mention the alloy in the vid, unless i missed it. I know all about 6061, aerospace engineer, we use t6 tho. I still prefer cold-rolled steel.

[@offroadanimal]

@@TTURocketDoc Steel is stronger but in some situations the added weight of the steel is not required, like an airplane. Use lighter material if possible. Thousands rolling around with AL bash plates with no problems

[@jameshannan5544]

What did you use to allow the larger size tires ? You change some links? What company?

[@offroadanimal]

Made our own new suspension links. easy and cost about $30 in parts

[@russelltelford7266]

Hi, how much does your off-road animal bar weigh?

[@offroadanimal]

Which one? we keep the wt. of each product on our website

[@russelltelford7266]

@@offroadanimal could I get the weight of both please, I currently have an ARB bar, looking for options to shed some weight, I’m currently 375kg away from my gvm empty. I have a 2015 Summit, ARB bull bar, warn winch and mopar rock rails. Thank you for your time.

[@vitotartaglia6129]

Very very very very good!!!!!! 😃👏👏👏

[@offroadanimal]

Thank you! 😃

[@jeansimon91]

When you will put out the adjustable link for air suspension?

[@offroadanimal]

on the website?

[@jeansimon91]

Yes to adjust the body to put bigger tires

[@offroadanimal]

@@jeansimon91 Not sure actually. There is a guy selling them already called Airlinks. otherwise pretty easy to make yourself. Even a DIY video on KZbin

[@ifrimcristian8260]

Hallo you have in Europe one story with all that material from offroad animal ?

[@offroadanimal]

Hello, yes go to www.offroadanimal.eu the boys there can help you out.

[@ifrimcristian8260]

@@offroadanimal Thanks good luck.

[@TonatiuhPartida]

does the engine sound change?. do the sensors work normally after the installation of your equipment?, do you know if can i take you my truck from mexico?

[@offroadanimal]

exhaust makes a better sound. yes sensors work after installation