The Dark Truth about the Jeep Gladiator | Life in Low Range

Are you ready to uncover the truth about the Jeep Gladiator? In this in-depth exploration, we're tackling the most pervasive criticisms head-on and revealing why they're not as bad as they seem. From concerns surrounding its size and maneuverability to doubts about its off-road prowess, we're breaking down each misconception with precision and expertise.
Join us as we navigate through the sea of skepticism, armed with facts, insights, and real-world experiences. Learn why what some may view as flaws are actually the very attributes that make the Gladiator a standout in its class. Whether you're a seasoned off-road enthusiast or a curious onlooker, this video is your definitive guide to understanding and appreciating the undeniable strengths of the Jeep Gladiator.
Prepare to be enlightened, entertained, and empowered as we debunk myths and showcase the true essence of this iconic vehicle. Don't miss out on this eye-opening journey to embark on a newfound appreciation for the Jeep Gladiator!
We’ve also got an exclusive sneak peek into an incredible JT build happening right in our shop!
Prepare to be blown away as we unveil the secrets behind this masterpiece. From the super beefy Dana 60s to the jaw-dropping DS18 sound system, every detail of this build is meticulously crafted for ultimate performance and style. Trust us, you won't want to miss a single second of this epic transformation!
But wait, there's more. We're also tackling some major disinformation circulating the internet - balance beads. While they may seem like a game-changer, we're here to tell you why they might not be the right choice for you. It's time to separate fact from fiction and ensure you're making the best decisions for your Gladiator.
So buckle up, because this is one ride you won't want to miss. Hit play now and join us on this thrilling journey to uncover the truth, explore epic builds, and revolutionize your Jeep experience!
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[@TheBeagleBrigade]

Let me remind you because you've seem to have forgotten, a Gladiator is a midsize truck. These reviewers constantly compare them with full size truck stats. It has a V6 because it's a midsize truck. It has a smaller bed because it is a midsize truck. It only tows up to 7600lbs because it's a midsize truck. The Tacoma, Ranger and Colorado are all midsize trucks running V6s and similar stats. These are the vehicles you should be comparing the Gladiator to. If you want the best offroad capable truck buy the Gladiator if you have the money because yes they are overpriced. If you don't care about the offroad capabilities buy any of the other midsize trucks. Me personally I'm actually going to the dealer today to trade in my F150 for either the Rubicon or the Mojave because I no longer need a full size truck and the Gladiator is a mid size truck and more.

[@jayvee6279]

Right on the money. Im thinking this kind of content is just for attention comparing apples to oranges. I had a chevy silverado 1500 and upgraded to a gladiator last summer. you wont regret it. Ill take a gladiator over a tacoma any day.

[@ConscientiousObserver]

I hated my 2015 Tacoma when I had it. It absolutely sucked for off-roading. The Electronic controlled transfer case always gave me problems and exactly the wrong time. And it took a silly amount of modifications to make 33s work properly. If not for the price I would get a gladiator today ​@@jayvee6279

[@rickschroth9869]

Exactly right .. now I will say overpriced. I mean .. it has two straight axles .. that’s 50’s tech but .. I love them. You just need to know what your getting for what your needs really are. This review is complete nonsense.

[@the_collector2624]

Which did you choose?

[@rickschroth9869]

@@the_collector2624 the Mojave. Only had the 3.6L V6 available. I wish I would have gotten the diesel .. just for mileage but I was one MY year to late.

[@DUNEATV]

Gladiators are absolutely awesome. No other truck can compete with it off-road!

[@flight2k5]

😂

[@brianmuckey1962]

The whole idea of this video is to compare a stock JT to a modified JT. Not giving the stock JT respect it deserves. I have owned Mojave and I think stock Gladiators are great midsize trucks. And I plan to get another.

[@JohnnyIDive37]

wanna bet

[@sellickusa]

I agree. I'm running my '23 JTM topless and doorless right now and love. It's smiles per gallon. Want more pep in your step for your Gladiator regear it

[@keithsmink3659]

I started to watch this video because it was a YT recommended and I see why your begging for subs because this video is garbage. Nobody buys a Gladiator to tow goosenecks. We buy them to have Jeep off-road performance and use the bed sometimes. I load mine up with dump truck tires and even a new can shield for my dump truck body so they do what they need to.

[@sbcbaits994]

If you want a truck, get a truck. If you want a jeep, get a jeep. If you want the objectively best performing midsize truck on the planet, get a gladiator rubicon.

[@georgesnyder5337]

Why keep comparing the Gladiator to full size pickups rather than other mid-size pickups?

[@user-kc1ld1nq1w]

Calls the Ridgeline the worst truck but then it’s the only midsize truck that can actually fit 4x8 flat on the bed and not on the wheel wells. It’s a great truck. Gladiator is pretty nice for a midsize too

[@TheBevo67]

I love my Gladiator.

[@vanquish_engineering]

There's a lot of drivel on YT lately, and this is no exception. The JT is a great mid-size truck and the ONLY bedded vehicle on the market that offers top/door off. This is your opinion, and you're entitled to it.

[@SFJ4x4]

I assume you didn't actually watch the video...

[@vanquish_engineering]

@@SFJ4x4 Yes, I did.

[@danoesq2]

Just got a '23 Gladiator Rubicon with a deep discount and it's great. The bed is great for camping, not for hauling construction and lumber. It's great for what it's made for. No dark truth about it, just a negative attitude.

[@wusaint]

Almost a year in to owning my 2023 Mojave and I don't regret it whatsoever. I had no illusions about what it is. It fits exactly what I needed. A daily driver that could occasionally cart stuff around in the bed. Pull small trailers for my toys. Take the top off when I go to the beach. Have a little fun off-road. And seat my family of 4 comfortably. It's like a Swiss Army knife of midsize trucks. I'm perfectly happy with it.

[@MrWoodchuckVT]

stepped down from running Ram crew cabs to one of these three years ago. love my gladiator, pisses off the Toyota TURD people and the wine ass Jeep people.:)

[@justocruz5588]

The Gladiator must be one hell of a truck if it's only a mid sized truck that's constantly being compared to a full sized truck. I'm happy with my Gladiator Rubicon.

[@chuckshade7959]

Carries all my camping stuff just fine . If i need a lowes or home depot run just hook up my tandem axle 16ft trailer , problem solved …

[@timothymckenna7774]

Get a Gladiator with a Ma Tow package 7,500 pounds. No issues towing trailers

[@MrJEEPJT]

Ultra base model with crank down windows to keep price as low as possible basic radio and hard top . Max tow package gives you Limited Slip rear axle a truly capable old school midsize truck

[@Siggrim]

Rubicon doesn’t have a max tow package. And the most a rubicon can tow is 6800 because of all the added equipment. That is the tow package on a gasser with auto trans

[@justocruz5588]

​@Siggrim the Rubicon actually has a 7000 tow rating. It's only 200lbs but that's what the correct max tow rating.

[@the_collector2624]

Those upgrades will be 🔥. Looking forward to the updates!!

[@reemer911]

Fits and tows my utility ATV just fine and i came from a full size pickup definitely a great midsize truck

[@wordgiesworld5483]

I’m on my second Gladiator. First was an Overland and I traded up to a Rubicon. I got an offer I couldn’t refuse, which is another benefit…resale value. Before I got my first one, I was in a Ram Big Horn Crew Cab. Loved that truck, but the lease was up. As much as I loved it, out of three years of ownership, I used it to its full capacity twice. I loved the ride, the interior size, the comfort and of course the Hemi. I was wanting a Gladiator but looked at the Taco and Colorado. I felt I got more with the Gladiator just because I was back in a Jeep and I could strip it down. I was concerned about the break over angle, departure angle and all that, but I’m not using it that way. If I was making a living with a truck, no way this would be my first, second…fifteenth choice. I’ve moved my sister, my daughter, hauled mulch, lumber (there’s a trick with the tailgate cable that gives the 4X8 capability), I’ve taken on the beach and a trail ride (Central Florida, so nothing overly impressive). Basically I’m saying what you’re saying. It works for me. Big truck is overkill for my purpose, I want the capabilities of a Wrangler but I’m willing to sacrifice some of those for the extra cargo space. Cheers!

[@JeepTraveller2021]

respectfully disagree that the Gladiator sucks-that needs to be understood when buying one-but for how you drive. I don’t need nor want a full sized truck; had them and they have their place-so does the gladiator-again, buy what you want for your needs. I live near the blue ridge mountains so lots of great trail riding but also use the gladdy as my daily driver. Have complete sets of tires for the type of driving and change as needed. My Gladiator was purchased for my needs. larger sized hauls are solved with a trailer. I also love to trail and camp and with some of the trails around here-good luck getting one of the full sized buses through some of the places where we go. The Jeep also has the largest array of parts to make it fit a large variety of user needs or wants. Love the channel-good details!

[@joeytakach7131]

I live near the Cherokee national forest in eastern Tennessee and the majority of people (other than half ton/dually trucks) here drive Jeeps and 4Runners. We do have a plethora of off-road trails. Truly a beautiful place.

[@beatuprobot2617]

2020 gladiator owner here bought mine with 4200 miles on it old man owned it fully loaded rubicon for 35000 best decision I’ve ever made

[@MikeSmith-ey7ku]

I’m on my second gladiator.80th anniversary to a Mojave.I love these trucks. No desire to ride around in a full size truck and barely use it.soo dumb. I’ve had a full size Harley in my gladiator bed🤷🏻‍♂️ Top and doors come off. Nothing better..could use more power is all.

[@matthewschiebout7384]

I have no desire to daily a Gladiator compared to my full size v8 powered 1/2 ton. Much more comfortable too.

[@user-xr2pg9mo8y]

For a video saying it sucks, you did a good job of making me want to buy one.

[@ammo4uragingjudge559]

I have an f350 diesel to tow, nothing comes close. Daily I’d rather drive my jlu rubicon. I’ve even used the Jeep to haul two round bales of hay on my dump trailer and hauling stumps and brush around the property. Yes I know it’s well over the tow rating. People forget we used to load a truck with firewood till the bumper nearly dragged the ground.

[@bruceklassen8261]

I’ve owned Tacomas and my Gladiator….. I will never trash talk the Tacos’s, but I love my Gladiator,pulls a 20’ pontoon boat with no issues

[@paulpaulie]

Keep going. Your gonna be a large channel.

[@SFJ4x4]

We appreciate that!

[@davidk6668]

Jeep needs to have two main engines for the Wrangler and Gladiator. The 3.6 V6 and a at least 5 liter V8. Most of these vehicles are modified that adds weight and height and they are not aerodynamic. The 3.6 V6 just doesn’t cut it.

[@jefftucker5903]

I guess the ranger, Colorado, Tacoma, and Nissan frontier all suck too? None of them do what a full size truck does. The jeep is best in class towing, best approach angle and most capable off-road, and it does it topless and door-less if you choose, and water fords better then all the others too. This is literally the dumbest review I have ever seen. This isn’t a serious auto channel with ridiculous comparisons like this.

[@23Elit3]

That DEF delete is risky for a shop the EPA is going nuts nowadays

[@SFJ4x4]

This build is for offroad use only.

[@lg1886]

25% off now

[@richardgoetz8417]

My 40 milestars are bead balanced good to about 65 mph. Nobody locally will balance anything larger than a 35 🤷‍♂️

[@jessehayes486]

I just purchased a 2022 with 33000 miles for $30500. Try finding a Ram, Silverado or f150 for that price. Does the f150 even come with a V8 option anymore? So far, i love my gladiator. It's what i need for what i do.

[@yesihavebedbugs2786]

Yes the Ford does come with a V8. Ford has said F it, The V8 is staying. Whereas Fiat has killed the Hemi. And Chevy is keeping the V8 in trucks and the vettes.

[@turboleggy]

If you want a prerunner that can tow get a gladiator

[@jalenwright3993]

Well if you do a better research about the gladiator with tow max package with 4.10 axle ratio, but wishing the jeep should’ve offer 6 feet size bed like Toyota Tacoma have two different size and meanwhile all of gladiators will only come in 5 feet bed.

[@MrCheerbo]

I bought jeep 2021 gladiator I love this truck! I love off road on this!

[@randycolwell5575]

Love mine

[@karatedad71]

Just started watching this video and why is he comparing this to a fullsize truck and not a tacoma or frontier?

[@kinikinrd]

The problem is that your "Jeep" "truck" is neither. It's a 4-door stationwagon without a trunk lid.

[@mike181815]

Mid size truck got all the same bed length. 5 ft.

[@LovingMidLife]

You seem to be a bit confused. It’s a midsize truck. The bed size is in the same category of all the others in this space. A midsize truck isn’t built to haul a sheet of plywood or two a ton of weight… any of them… not just the gladiator. I appreciate varying perspectives but at least ground your views in something reasonable.

[@ConscientiousObserver]

Boo hoo. I can't use it for my contractor job. I guess I'll have to get any of the other trucks that are built for me and not off roaders 😢😢😢😢😢 Give me a break

[@TheTWOMEANGUNZ]

I love my Gladiator. It’s badass. ‘21 Sarge Green Rubicon. It does everything I need it to do and then some.

[@556rocky]

I love my gladiator its a life style not a work truck

[@esmoglo]

Total BS review this is a small truck and it can do more than any small truck in the small truck segment, not to mention the removable top, and yes, you can get an absolutely banging deal on one of these units. It’s not hard to do. Not to mention it has a naturally aspirated V6 no turbo bullshit and true truck suspension all the way around with solid axles. There’s literally nothing else on the market like it. Do your research buddy you know not what you speak the brand-new Tacoma 65 grand.

[@georgec5769]

Non sense. I love mine. Its not ment to be a utility truck. Not to mention its 4x4 which half of trucks.are not. Sure id rather have a ram or f150, but at 80k+?? I will keep my jeep

[@61britchie]

So you are saying it is not full size truck. Duh!

[@the_collector2624]

I balance my tyres with beet juice and water

[@shovel_head80]

I will stick with my Tacoma

[@jeremytaylor799]

A lot of hard talk from a dude w a soft top.

[@Edit.575]

Bro lost me in his opening line😂 I wanted a jeep and I needed a truck. So I got both! Fuckin slow ass

[@user-yg7rj7kn9x]

mike sucks. 3.6 knocking like a Mercedes diesel just embarrassing to drive. how many rocks can you climb to make such a bad vehicle worth the embarrassment???

[@thehouseman81]

Dude...1000% agree with you on most of this. I get people like their glads...but it's not a good truck...its not a good jeep...all comprises are comprises...not good at anything

[@ConnorTzupa]

Holy **** yall are laughable with these videos. Why you even put time into this is beyond me. Have you every considered how subjective this subject even is?! Do you know how many jeep gladiator owners there are that absolutely love it!? That don't even need to make pointless KZbin videos about subjective observations. You even mention disinformation.....un real. Good luck bro.

[@the_collector2624]

Gladiators are the BFG KO’s of the truck world - they SUCK !!

[@user-uf2ez9ff6x]

They don’t suck but this guys channel does and you’re apparently the only one in his peanut gallery

[@the_collector2624]

@@user-uf2ez9ff6xBFG KO’s absolutely suck bro😅