Some Major Updates on the Jeep EcoDiesel Rubicon - Overland / Crawler Build

[@KrokemOutdoors]

What’s a “must-do” Jeep mod in your opinion?

[@wildcatoutdoors]

Ursa minor or jxl conversion!

[@gleffglite4294]

Must do "track bar/sector shaft brace" to keep the steering from breaking off, and the new track bar has extra curve cause the stock bar will hit the new sector shaft brace. 👉Must do for sure👈 the parts are affordable and can d.i.y.

[@ryanbaxley9727]

Insulation on the top and floor for heating, cooling and noise reduction

[@somerandomclimber5683]

Hatch light. Helps with both cargo area & tailgate table (cooking, etc).

[@Scoobienorth]

Must do is getting out and using it and deciding what you need for yourself

[@JeepTJay6]

6:40 Jesus it looks so cold there 🥶 Looking forward to seeing it on those 40s

[@AndrewTurner251]

That’s really cool, I’m looking to seeing the Jeep content on the channel. I’m excited.

[@cameronhart7682]

Super stoked that I got to help with this.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Thanks for helping with the install! It was awesome meeting you man 👊

[@flyfisher530]

Can't wait to go on another overland adventure with you Ed! Dusty looks great! 👍

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Looking forward to it, Michael 🙌🤝

[@averyprolawncare5273]

Jeep is looking pretty slick… nice mods

[@TheSmallsRVAdventures]

Thanks for sharing Edward. I love what you are doing with the jeep. Thanks for showing the diesel heater. I just brought one. Awesome job. Dusty looks amazing.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Thank you for watching!

[@erniegarcia4724]

Dusty is all grown up !

[@lukegrachek]

it is looking great man. Keep it up man.

[@larrybauerle4689]

Looking great Ed!!

[@redhillsoverland]

Can’t wait to see what it looks like next week!!!

[@TwoFeet.FourWheels]

Beast of a rig. Cant wait to see its progress.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Getting it to your level 💪

[@TwoFeet.FourWheels]

@@KrokemOutdoors hah not even good sir. But thank you!

[@tonymunoz7400]

Just found your channel! Subscribed… can’t wait for more jeep content!

[@Afrojeeper1701]

Good looking rig Edward,I can't wait to see it in action.I hope the family is doing well

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Thank you Sir! 🤝

[@Afrojeeper1701]

@@KrokemOutdoors ok Edward..We are going to have to do something about that yes sir. 😅😅😅.Call me Warren..

[@KrokemOutdoors]

@@Afrojeeper1701 Warren 👊

[@santacruzoverlander]

Awesome build thus far! And straight to 40’s. Damn.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Going big with this one 🤙

[@insaynbcr]

@@KrokemOutdoors I sure hope there are gears and axle upgrades going with the 40s. If not, well......$$$$ when you least expect it. 😉

[@KrokemOutdoors]

@@insaynbcr 5.13 gearing and chromoly axle shafts 👍

[@rocky3325]

Hey brother I've been off the grid for awhile Unlimited adventure overland. You finally did it you got a jeep hahaha ha All that time I've been giving you a hard time about getting a jeep lol

[@KrokemOutdoors]

We both knew somewhere deep inside that it was bound to happen 😆. 👊

[@rocky3325]

@@KrokemOutdoors lol right

[@thetrailoutthere]

That jeep is looking good! If weight and road vibration issues are of concern regarding the beadlocks you should look into Method Race wheels. The have what's called "bead grip" technology where the inner part of where the bead pops into is ridged which allows it to go down to a PSI that's closer to the single digits. They do weigh a little more than an average aftermarket wheel though but you won't compromise road use quality.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Got method bead locks waiting at the shop as we speak 🙌. Will report back on their performance 👊

[@aznikkoutv]

Awesome video man! Hey few thoughts.. when you visit these places it would be cool to see tours of their facilities like you started to do, or even a quick review of their vehicles. That’s the first Nissan Frontier I’ve seen modded and while I’m not interested in Nissan it would be cool to see those vehicles featured if you have the time to do that. Curious, will you be going to Overland Expo West in May?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Thanks for the feedback! That is a great idea, and I’ll try to incorporate that in the next video 👍 (lift/tires) So far, I am planning to hit up expo west, PNW, and mountain west

[@greatcrossings]

Looks awesome!

[@KrokemOutdoors]

🙏

[@jackwalsh1468]

Edwin, Expedition One is a great kit for your vehicle. I have Expedition One also, but the one piece of kit that would replace those bloody Rotopax. Leaky buggers. Get yourself a Long Range America auxiliary fuel tank. It's a game changer and extends your travel range. Yes, I have one and 860 miles of range, too. Cheers, Mate.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Thanks Jack! I wonder if having a diesel changes the availability of the long range tanks, since I also have a separate DEF tank that takes up considerable space

[@jackwalsh1468]

@@KrokemOutdoors Edwin, that's a good question. I did check and there is no option currently available for the Eco-Diesel Jeep. Perhaps NATO Spec. Gerry cans would be a better choice than the Rotopax. Given their current location on the Jeep. Cheers, Mate.

[@paulfindude8743]

Beautiful Wrangler. Can’t wait to see the rims and tires. Don’t know what you’re getting, but if it was mine, I’d get the Black Rhino rims. But regardless, love that Jeep. Best color of all time.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

All I can say right now; Black color, and beadlocks 😉

[@pittste88]

me and my dad will see you at the booth!

[@395jeep]

Nice jeep .. 40” tire on tailgate going to be tight .. squeeze to get to door handle.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Yeah possibly. Will find out this week 👍

[@mtnbound2764]

so glad to hear your not going RTT on the top. it makes alot of sense to have storage up there for recovery gear and tools, which you dont want all dirty inside. I hope you continue to build out the interior for camping inside the jeep. Im looking at maybe going to a 4dr jeep from an Xterra which i like to sleep inside of. there arent many truly capabale suvs that I (6"0 can sleep inside comfortably, 4runner and the 4door jeeps are at the top of the list.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

I’m definitely looking to evolve the sleeping space inside. Will be sharing as it develops. I’m 5’11”, and the rear sleeping area feels just roght

[@mtnbound2764]

@@KrokemOutdoors thats perfect im 6" so almost the same! in my xterra i have built a wooden box that goes on one side and holds most of my gear, including stove and cooking equipment, it also has a built in fold down table that the stove( coleman camp style) slides out onto. you might consider something like that in the jeep.

[@nosirral]

I’m here still waiting for my expedition one rear bump for the gladiator. 5 months and waiting!

[@KrokemOutdoors]

They are improving their lead times, I believe it will be ready soon!

[@wildcatoutdoors]

Ursa minor or a jxl conversion!

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Those Ursa minors are sweet

[@WolfOverland]

very cool. love the roof rack

[@mtnbound2764]

while i do enjoy the full size truck stuff, I'm glad to see the jeep build coming along.

[@TACTICALNOMAD]

@Edward Shin, Have you taken into account the stress that is going to be applied to the 5-lug stock axles when mounting 40" tires? There is many people who have mounted 40" tires on stock Jeep axles and they've had catastrophic failures with the diff gears, U-joints, and even the spline ends of the axles breaking. Have you considered upgrading to 3/4 or 1-ton (8-lug) axles with the 40s?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Will be doing some additional mods with the 40’s; regearing, chromoly axle shafts, and hopefully not beat up the jeep too much on trails. Will see how it goes, and if it does indeed fail, will see about 1 tons 🙏

[@TACTICALNOMAD]

@@KrokemOutdoors, One mod you might consider in the meantime is to add a truss along with the Chromoly shafts to the stock axle. @TrailRecon trussed his Wrangler stock axle when he upgraded to 37s. I have seen a lot of Jeep owners truss their axles at 37s. Just a thought to keep you on the trail. 👍🏼😉

[@KrokemOutdoors]

@@TACTICALNOMAD I’ll keep that in mind, thank you for the info (as always!) 🙌👊

[@TACTICALNOMAD]

@@KrokemOutdoors, 👊🏼👍🏼😉

[@donmontalvo1]

@@KrokemOutdoors definitely want to go with one tons, and steering reinforcement, etc., etc...40 inch is a pretty significant investment. :)

[@bradcallander7789]

All is looking great, maybe we can meet up with our diesel jeeps

[@KrokemOutdoors]

I am planning some regular meetups 👍

[@mokotoy]

Edward, how does the bull bar affect the front trail cam? Got any pics?

[@mtnbound2764]

dang that frontier is pretty sick, I thought it was a titan until you showed the front/ mentioned it. with the new engine and trans they def have alot more get up and go than the old frontiers.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Oh I felt the pep when I hit the gas 🙌

[@RolandoNispiros]

Some awesome mods 🎉

[@marcomcdowell8861]

Sweet!

[@gleffglite4294]

I like it, the 40s will be unstoppable when it's all built up💪

[@vince4316]

🔥🔥🔥

[@KrokemOutdoors]

🤙

[@jttribe7683]

Are those the 4 gallon tanks from expedition one?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

They are

[@TwoFeatherChannel]

Edward Shin: Question: Does that Roof Rack whistle at highway speeds? I looking for a roof rack for my JLUR, not wanting to drill through the hard top being that we get a lot of rain here in Louisiana. I like the Metal Cloak full body rack system but where it mounts to the cal, will interfere with a snorkel and is a bit bulky

[@sierramantrvlnus]

Yay!

[@nevilleguard3558]

Ed which front and rear bumpers do you have on the Jeep?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Hi Neville, the front bumpers is the Trail series stubby bumper with the hoop, and the rear is the Core series bumper. I also put links for both in the description 🤙👍

[@danielbadiang3817]

Very nice 👍🏽. Can’t wait too see it in action…Aloha 🤙🏾

[@KrokemOutdoors]

🙌🙏

[@boydelton4316]

Subscribed, interested to follow along. Have a stock for now 21 JLURD, like the inspiration.

[@alieshragh6839]

Did you have AEV as an option for your built also?!

[@KrokemOutdoors]

I haven't considered their modifications for this build. Except for maybe their snorkel

[@Spanky5.7]

I’m assuming you don’t have to rear gear or get different axels for the Jeep to run 40” tires on the diesel?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

I will be regearing and installing chromoly axle shafts

[@jim9win]

Why 40 and a 4 and 1/2-in lift that's really extreme your center of gravity will be up . And also will that diesel 🤔be able to handle that much weight of the 40-in tires ? I have 38 with 3.5 lift 2018 jku rub and love it 👍

[@bigbrownmab189]

Dont know if you have picked out a rim yet, but the icon rebound beadlock rims are like 6 lbs less then the stock rubicon rim to save weight.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Wheels are waiting for the jeep in the shop! 👍

[@d.williamvitt3869]

Will you have to re-gear?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Absolutely. Will be regearing as well

[@kimpeter7934]

I had a gobi sand 2017 Rubicon named dusty too. 👍

[@marshack4204]

Why did you get red fuel cans for the Diesel? Why not yellow?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Only red was available. Not illegal to fill red cans with diesel so I’ll mark it accordingly

[@bradleybaker9293]

What did you do with your factory steal bumper? Is it for sale?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

I didn’t bring them back with me, (still at expedition one)

[@challenger604pilot]

Hey Edward. Nice build out so far. Does the roof rack prevent you from taking the T-top off?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Yes, the roof rack is the full length of the top. For those who prefer to remove the freedom top, there is a shorter version of the rack which allows that option. For me personally, I never felt the need to remove the top, so it works

[@challenger604pilot]

@@KrokemOutdoors thanks Edward. Looking forward to the rest of the buildout.

[@seib6324]

I like a lot

[@Photojeeper]

You need to switch the fuel to yellow for diesel fuel not red. Those 40” on those 44” will have issues. They are not strong enough, just go with 37” and you will be fine. I will be at EJS, hope to see you.

[@toast803]

Was thinking the same thing...

[@ethankangful]

Do you still have the Rebel?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

I do!

[@maximumoverland]

Why do you have red tanks for a diesel? Strange, they should be yellow.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

That was what was available at time of install. I know yellow is the recommended color for diesel, but until it becomes law, I will label these as diesel cans with a fat sharpie all over them

[@maximumoverland]

@@KrokemOutdoors don’t, so when they try and steal them, they’ll get diesel instead of gas 🤣🤣 best prank ever on thieves. We do it here in Texas all the time 😀😀😂😂

[@KrokemOutdoors]

@@maximumoverland there are actually fuel thieves out here, so that would completely ruin their days lol

[@maximumoverland]

@@KrokemOutdoors seriously bro ! They are horrible so don’t label them! They shouldn’t be stealing what we work for anyway !!!!

[@maximumoverland]

Ps , Jeep is coming along 👌🏼👌🏼

[@mariojr6843]

What kind of roof rack do you have installed?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Mule rack from Expedition One (I’ve linked it in the description) 👍

[@kudraadk]

Looks great Edward. Does your Jeep have a heated windshield? I noticed in the video it has a kind of bronze haze to it. I know older Lincolns and some GM mini vans had that same look because they had heated windshields. It's a feature all vehicle should have.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

The windshield is Gorilla Corning crack resistant glass that came with the jeep as an option. I wonder if that is what is causing the hue

[@yulao5272]

Hello, what is the name of the background music at 5 minutes and 3 seconds in this video?

[@slamboy66]

Should get the winch line out of the strike zone.

[@Iansosmart]

🎉🎉🎉

[@KrokemOutdoors]

🙌👊

[@Coopaloop3248]

What does your fuel economy look like? I have a 2023 Ecodiesel JL Wrangler and I can’t seem to get above an average 19 mpg. Thanks for the info in advance

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Currently about 20 after mod install

[@DerricksTowing-Recovery]

LEEETTTTTZZZZZZZ GOOOOOOOOO!

[@trevermccall6762]

👍

[@t.o.f.t.s.]

If that's a partial rock crawler I give that license plate 1 trip before a rock rips it off. 😉.. looks like you lost the use of the Freedom Panels with that rack?

[@KrokemOutdoors]

There’s a metal plate behind it for mounting, so I hope it helps! Yeah, the freedom panels are used for mounting the front end of the rack, but I personally don’t plan on taking off those panels anyways, so it works out

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

Damm Edward you went from Toyota to Stellantis full-time..Why the change ..love too know.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Good question! I think it happened by coincidence , but I love everything about the Ram, and for technical trails, I love everything about the Jeep Wrangler. I guess Stellantis is doing something right 👍

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

@Edward Shin glad your enjoying them as well you are using them like they should ..I'm up north of you in Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 😁

[@leonardsanchezf.361]

Rich 🤝

[@christymathew4041]

Would you like to sell your old steel bumper ? am looking for OEM steel bumper.

[@unlimitedj06]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@KrokemOutdoors]

👊🙌

[@fishtacoma]

Whoo, first!

[@KrokemOutdoors]

👊

[@zacharyfike1071]

I’d stick with 37’s or 38’s. With 40’s you should swap to new axles. The it gets real pricey

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Can still run 40’s on dana44’s . Depends on how they are wheeled. I do more overlanding than crawling, and don’t plan on bouncing the jeep off of rocks, so it should be okay.

[@galfridusarturus6403]

Next modification should be a dee leet, but we won't talk about that...

[@KrokemOutdoors]

🫥

[@tribunation]

The eco diesel is the only way to go with a Jeep.

[@jimjasinski4861]

Where does the $$ Come from to do these expensive Mods?

[@glenludwig9676]

Your not going to get a 40” tire in that space between your diesel cans

[@phlfly10]

Its good truck. Just everyone do jeep it's easy to modify but nothing that would interesting

[@VideosOffRoad]

BE CAREFUL. It's my understanding that the fine print in the Jeep warranty for the diesels says if you put anything in front of the grille (like your winch and hoop) you void the engine warranty. Check for yourself, but my guess is you need a front bumper with a sunken winch (good job on that) and NO BULL BAR to retain the engine warranty. You may notice Jeep themselves don't offer options that can block the grille. There's a reason for that.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

I didn’t know this. Thank you for the heads up! I will have to do some research on this 👍👊

[@VideosOffRoad]

@@KrokemOutdoors You're welcome. Also, FYI TNT Customs is finishing up a new bumper design specifically for the diesel JL/JT. Nate's diesel Gladiator has way more blockage. You might want to share with him what you find.

[@bldlightpainting]

It's not a car, it's a Jeep Wrangler, which is a body-on-frame vehicle just like a pickup truck.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Per Oxford Dictionary: Car: “a four-wheeled road vehicle that is powered by an engine and is able to carry a small number of people.” That sounds like a jeep to me