How A Jeep Tech Builds Different

[@helmhamburgerhand]

"i cant afford two payments " is the Most honest and relatable thing any creator/guest could say. Specially with Jeeps. Major respect

[@backwoodstherapy]

Yeah so many creators seem to have unlimited budgets and entire fleets of vehicles. Seeing a regular guy with a build like this he did with his own knowledge Ava saying “I can’t afford two payments” is relatable for like 99% of us.

[@270billjones]

Jerry is the best! So logical, down to earth and honest. Really enjoy seeing him on the channel and appreciate both of you going through this awesome build

[@kevinp2820]

Hey Brad, Always interesting to see the rigs that others have built. Jerry is the real deal and featuring his JT is spot on.

[@chrismc.893]

Love his honesty and how he feels about the supercharger on the 3.6. This rig is going to make someone very happy!

[@1oldarmyguy]

Jerry is such a wealth of knowledge and a greta guy. That Gladiator is a beast ... whomever gets that will be exceptionally happy.

[@KevinSmith-wr1sy]

WOW so happy you documented that beast before it moves onto another lucky owner!

[@BaconCruiser]

Hot damn that’s a nice Gladiator! Nothing has been overlooked, amazing build!

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Brad. Jerry’s Gladiator is such an awesome trail rig.

[@bwofficial1776]

That's a nice build. Capable but subtle, at least as subtle as a rock monster can be.

[@BBombsBigAdventure]

Love it.. "I used the winch one time"... for somebody else.

[@alexanderb4795]

What a sweet looking rig

[@jay-sea]

Gorgeous build, absolutely love it

[@thebadguy3764]

Nice job on the gladiator. It’s also nice to the new 2025 gladiator with so much more to offer especially bringing back the ecodeisel, I love mine!

[@billcoleman9144]

Hey Brad, so happy you did this walk around. I’ve been hoping for one of Jerry’s rig ever since catching a glimpse of his Gladiator on your previous videos that featured his tech expertise. Hope you will keep us up to speed on his new build. Thanks.

[@regnar19881]

Dude! I love that truck. Great job!

[@barrytunzelmann6010]

2008 JKUR with 2016 LT/ 8 spd auto from Chev owner here. Love your build and as you kinda mentioned definitely some power missing due to the extra loads. I am considering a 2nd hand JT Sport and do (myself) the truck 6.4 and 8spd auto. With D60's built by my diff guy not those overpriced stuff out of the box. Hence no Rubicon required as I don't need the 4:1 case, the sway bar or the diffs. Only going 37/38" tires. But never thought of the LongArm kit but will lift 4" only. I have MC stock replacements arms on my JK and they are fabulous. You are right though and the learning of what to do better next time never seems to stop.

[@MohaveTreks-JL392]

Nice build Jerry.... You're going to LOVE that new 392!!!

[@ahmednesbitte4906]

Hi Brad, very informative! Thank you so much for sharing! 😊

[@metalcloakmike]

Thanks Brad! Nice build, and Jerry is an awesome dude! Shift is doing amazing things down there. 😉

[@vinhky657]

I do agree with oem rock sliders... they.. do work really well.

[@will5150]

amazing that the 3.6 can handle all of that mass.

[@michaelmacdonald7342]

I have that Genesis dual battery system on my 2020 JT Rubicon, was a must for me, can't see it but I have piece of mind when running all my lights and accessories, liked the hood vents, nice JT

[@jimsatterfield7454]

Great content 👍. Clean, well thought out build. Someone will be getting a top shelf Galdiator. No telling what Jerry will do to his new 392 😳. Jim & Michele

[@resolutejku]

Please ask Jerry about his perspective on engine mods like the Baxter Oil Cartridge to Spin Filter Adapter, PPE Aluminum Transmission & Engine Oil Pans, Oil Catch Cans, and higher performance Alternators! Wicked build!

[@shiftautowerx]

All of them used and approved at shift

[@rmo917]

Ive had 40s on my stock axles since 2021. 30k miles and no issues. They are strong. I ordered my gladiator with the max tow package & installed 5.38s and eaton e lockers. I did truss & gusset the front axle since its a 3 piece.

[@backwoodstherapy]

If you truss and gusset them, are they really “stock?”

[@fty-ys4ni]

@@backwoodstherapy He also changed the gear ratio. Definitely not stock.

[@Tinker3504]

@@backwoodstherapypersonally my viewpoint is that since a truss and gusset kit is a couple hundred bucks, it’s much closer to stock than a 10k axle upgrade. Chiming in as another guy with the identical axle build as this guys, with the same trail grappler 40’s but KMC beadlocks(so similar enough). No issues with my spicer 5.38 gears and I definitely run MUCH harder than this dude that doesn’t have a scratch on his skid plates and can get away with running a single piece rear driveshaft. I’ve yet to see a JL/JT d44 bend or break when built like this. When I do maybe I’ll consider a 60 🤷🏻‍♂️ “Stock” is all relative. Go price a one ton axle with lockers at any distributor (east coast gear supply/northridge/etc…). A re-enforced 44 is substantially closer to “stock” in terms of cost yet arguably as strong or stronger than an actually stock semi-float 60. If not as strong, at least very close. There are no 1:1 tests recorded, so is perception reality? Maybe. Lots of us on built 44’s not broken and an extra 5k+ per axle in our pockets.

[@sixpest]

You can run whatever tire size you want, as long as you aren't throwing the truck off a cliff. A truss kit is for extreme off-road use I have 37s on dana 30. 0 issues 🎉

[@lxXxXfinalXxXxl]

EcoD on 40s with 100% stock axles for 78k miles no issues.

[@tuckerbeach7278]

Love this gladiator

[@robertschillaci4077]

Nice to see the rig walk around

[@markperza384]

Love this build!!

[@mariodesmo]

Nice Jeep! I like the mods. Good Luck with the sale.

[@chrissempek8296]

Love the wheels!!!

[@thedewd516]

I've been considering this tent for it's weight and size. I love the intrepid but it's too wide and obviously heavier.

[@SpangsWorld]

Great walk through video.

[@mmusser62]

Very nice truck and I wish I was closer to Shift so they could do some work on my JT

[@abouttime7316]

I have a 2020 JT Max tow and this is the first I’m hearing about the frame bending from towing and the coolant lose. I do tow heavy a few times a year. Might be time to rethink a full size truck.

[@motorhead_jt21]

Folks were discussing it on the JT forum awhile back. Someone pointed out exactly what Jerry mentioned at 19:30…the fail point

[@shiftautowerx]

@@motorhead_jt21 well now we have a fix for it

[@brandonwiz]

​@shiftautowerx where can I order the brackets to fix this issue?

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

I almost bought a Gladiator with a max tow package - I think I am going a different direction now.

[@AustinH7]

@@adventureswithgnomie6553definitely don’t get a Tacoma. Frame is the weakest out there.

[@jamesc2072]

If I didn’t have the 392, I would love to do a Gladiator like this! Speaking of, any updates on your 392?! Jim from Temecula

[@KirbyLouis]

the amount of people that reinforce a solid axel that really dont need to is way more than those that do need it

[@sixpest]

If I had the money I'd quickly get mines trussed. Trusses are for poor boys who can afford it and whole axles are for the rich 😂

[@skyepilotte11]

Nice build. Thx

[@andrewlh619]

Was it Edgars Cherokee that almost rolled!? I remember that story!!! 😂

[@elbombon6141]

Gorgeous Rig man...too bad he'd on the west coast....might just move jeje East to West but I will still be a Yankee fan 😎

[@PurpleJeepleEater]

8:06 why add additional support to fender with stronger clip? I want them to break or pop off vs have tub/ body damage... your just moving point of failure from a cheaper component to a full fender/bed/body tub when it doesnt break the clip

[@BorisEkner]

7:33 He confirmed my opinion, a capable 4x4 has a winch for friends, like for charity. 🤪😂

[@youtubemademecreateanewcha6965]

Very true. Usually to help others out, but its like a spare tire. If you need one., you need one.

[@JohnBarrios-x7l]

That looks amazing!!!! Great build. How much????

[@JazCas86]

Can I ask if you had any experience with the bestop sunrider for hardtop for jeep gladiator. Main concern is, any leaking? Please help

[@adrianw3985]

I just want 37 or 38s. Just need to regear first. Probably going with 4.88s

[@blakemarchand6650]

Good choice 👍

[@XRP-FLR]

I have a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Max Tow with 4.10 gears. I drove for a bit with 37 inch tires. It was definitely under powered and spent a lot of time in 6th gear. Never hardly ever saw 8th. I regeared to 4.88 gears. Shifts like stock now. Plenty of 8th gear on the highway. 4.88 gears are a must on 37 inch tires.😉👍🏻

[@sixpest]

Don't worry about "upgrading" the axle it will last for normal off road and on road use. If you're really hard on it though a truss is needed at most. No real need for dana 60s or anything

[@frankferber3225]

Would be great to know when he gets that frame reinforcement bracket into production.

[@shiftautowerx]

It will become available at our website within a few weeks

[@MikeSTGL]

Will be looking for his podcast .

[@devous987]

Would love to hear your opinions on the new Scout.

[@applebitefool]

Just needs a Hemi and a ghost of sparta paint job to deserve the Kratos moniker

[@shiftautowerx]

Exactly 😅

[@matt89447]

Have you gone across Diablos Door? ( Devils Door).... Mt Diable to the most southern of Kern County.

[@andysolorzano4126]

Gotten to know Jerry and Micheal at Shift and will not take our Jeeps anywhere else for service and repair. Thanks, Brad, for introducing us to Shift Autowerks and Jerry.

[@deant.perkins606]

i wonder how much this guy put into this. definitely now convinced me not to go w/ 40's if all these upgrades are needed

[@sid08nightstervicious48]

How is the steering air downed while offloading with the 40s

[@shiftautowerx]

Amazing, zero issues

[@oldschool4x4]

Wow ,only jeep people would call head gaskets at 35,000 miles on a 2021 maintenance!

[@blakemarchand6650]

What about the axles are stock ?

[@b-lopez394]

All you need is a deep pocket to change the aesthetic of a Jeep.🙂

[@JoeShep71]

Is it sold ?

[@deant.perkins606]

list purchased parts and links

[@mondogomez5]

I have a quick question maybe you guys can help me out. I have 35s on the original 23 Jeep gladiator rims everybody on the KZbin say that I should put less air in the tire running it at 28 to 33 but I noticed when I have higher pressure let’s say 40 the engine doesn’t seem to be struggling as much. What is your suggestion?

[@DeathGEAR00103]

You would think by now many offroad companies would have came out with a frame support bracket by now. They did for Ford and their Raptor.

[@michaelnares1217]

Would you consider asking sport mobile to loan you their classic 4x4 ford chassis so you can share it with your followers?

[@mariodelrosario9578]

Was that video done at Truck haven?

[@j.till_z]

I would have to respectfully disagree with him about the 3.6L not being a good supercharger host. Taking it from 212HP at the rear tire to over 300HP is a benefit in my opinion. I was at SEMA 2021 and saw the Magnuson booth and they had a JL and JT both supercharged. They put a lot of time into the design, engineering and lengthy testing into their kit for the 3.6L Pentastar. Just like any vehicle that you modify, there are going to be challenges and upgrades that go in conjunction with the modification(s). You can run 38s on stock Dana 30 and 44 axles, people do it all the time. But it will come at a cost, and we all know that the parts that will commonly break or wear out will need to be replaced frequently or upgraded to stronger more reliable parts. The same thing can be said for a supercharger. Most kits offer the bare minimum to get it installed but upgrades such as; the fuel pump, replacing the factory evap canister, the oil cooler under the manifold, cooling system upgrades etc. etc.. All of us who still have a Pentastar motor know all the common issues with a stone stock motor, so adding a supercharger will come with some expected upgrades and those issues will surface if not addressed. There are good supercharger kits out there like Magnuson and Eldebrock and there are horrible kits like RIPP. Just like any Jeep modification you have to weigh the pros and cons and land somewhere in the middle. Sorry for the long winded post. But all in all his Gladiator build is incredible! Can't wait to see what he does for the next project. Thank you for sharing!

[@shiftautowerx]

You have cylinder head gaskets failing without a supercharger, now imagine if you force more air in the combustion chamber. Failure imminent a lot faster than normal

[@ky0611]

What trail is that?

[@benitocarlos1927]

What's the price and location? 🤔

[@amandeepbains6193]

I would be interested to buy that, is it still available?

[@brandons3624]

In one of the previous videos done with him, he said that cold air intakes or aftermarket filters are not necessary because the Jeep adjust to the air injested and regardless you will never gain because of aftermarket filters or cold air intakes. What is the real story?

[@shiftautowerx]

Exactly that, I just like it for the noise

[@brandons3624]

@@shiftautowerx I guess I am even more confused. Where does the noise come from if there is no additional CFM to the intake beyond what the computer tells it to allow in? I want more out of the 3.6, and I am genuinely curious, the internet is full of garbage if doing a google, I feel you and Brad are very reputable and I value the input. I drive a bone stock ‘18 JLU with a nice winch and bumper set up, that’s it, so I am always looking for good quality information. Thanks for your time! I am quite surprised that I am actually getting to ask you directly, that’s pretty cool!

[@bwofficial1776]

@@brandons3624 Changing the shape and location of the air intake will affect how it sounds.

[@shiftautowerx]

@@brandons3624because the filter is exposed and the air is taken from different areas now it sounds different however the volume going into the intake does not change

[@brandons3624]

@@shiftautowerx thank you, I appreciate your explanation.

[@sonny1597]

Did I miss it or is this truck on stock gears?

[@BentNotBroken1970]

Around 9:40 he starts to talk about the front axle mods. 5.13s.

[@4CornersJC]

revolution 5.13s

[@sonny1597]

@@BentNotBroken1970 How did I miss that? I am running 5.29's in my Tacoma with my 4Wheel camper .. and they made a huge difference.

[@sonny1597]

He does mention it at 9:14 .. I missed it and don't know how.

[@KirbyLouis]

trucks like this really take all the soul out of offraoding

[@SaltySeabee]

???

[@backwoodstherapy]

“Service the shocks every other time you go off roading.” That’s just so they can blame damage on you if something happens and then deny warranty. “Oh, you drove it 4000 miles and the shocks are blown? Well, you wheeled it 4 times off road so didn’t follow service procedures and we won’t pay to fix them.”

[@shiftautowerx]

Usually if you buy them through a reputable store or shop they’ll validate the warranty within certain time limits, rarely they ask if it has been serviced

[@fty-ys4ni]

Sounds like you’re an over sharer. Why would you inform them that you went off roading?

[@PreaFTW]

So not stock axles....

[@ElevatedTech2]

Why would he run a steering dampener when all those do is mask problems?

[@TwistedOff]

✌️

[@Lesaucissondujour]

Seems like one big advert

[@larrysmart2805]

Hmmm.... Did Brad sell his 392 to Jerry?

[@shiftautowerx]

No 😂

[@KirbyLouis]

"wanted it to look OEM... i have 38in tires" ...yep oem

[@shiftautowerx]

3 comments huh 🤣

[@KirbyLouis]

@@shiftautowerx the video kept the opportunities coming... your shop tour video and this really show how bad jeeps are. they inadvertently say "dont buy this truck unless you want it in a shop with 20 other jeeps on life support"

[@adrianbargen9727]

Someone needs to test jeep selec-speed feature to see if it can get you unstuck the way toyotas crawl control can. Hint hint

[@hodad200]

Used to be “40s and Tons” now it’s 40s and none 😂

[@TheHitSquadOffroad]

That’s because today’s axles are stronger than the past.

[@thecount1001]

what's the obsession with massive tire sizes?

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

like it my issue is the useless bed I need at least a 6' box

[@dcov85]

It drives me crazy that you lean on the vehicle. If you want to lean on yours go for it but to show respect you shouldn't be leaning on other people's vehicles.

[@AngelRodriguez111]

This is the same guy that came out on a video and said that a cold air intake is not good for the Jeep and the vehicle's computer doesn't know how to handle it, yet here he is admitting that he has a cold air intake.

[@_JEBUS]

That's an odd thing to say honestly. The computer and the sensors adjust to the air intake. In think guys that work for a dealer tend to not favor certain aftermarket modifications.

[@John-yf4ie]

When I purchased a new Jeep Gladiator Rubicon in 2021, everyone said I was waisting my money on a Cold Air Intake. I did a lot of research and purchased the Volant Cold Air Intake. It came with the performance filter and my power and fuel economy increased. The sound was amazing. Last week after putting 36,365 miles on it The Gladiator was trouble free and was excellent. My only problem was it took up a lot of space in in our new Home. It came with a extra large garage, but limited space for all my tool boxes. I did automotve for 30 years. So last week a friend of mine at the local dealership said the owner ordered their self a special ordered Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X that included the Extreme upgrade. The new Jeep was built late in August 2024 and the MSRP was $74,246. I got it for $61,674. They gave my $36,000 for my Gladiator and I bought that day!!! I miss the Gladiato because it was a real truck, but I now have 3ft of additional room. I had thought about the 2025 but the only way to buy it with auto. Trans is to get the 2 liter turbor!! The 2024 drives great and it may be my last new vehicle as I just turned 76. Still have good health!! I did spend 9 years in the Military as I was drafted in 1969 and drove many Jeeps as I was a MP. Yanni

[@joshuacripe1514]

No wrangler nor gladiator has a mass airflow sensor so he’s right . If the Jeep isn’t tuned in the ecu for additional airflow you’re accomplishing nothing

[@IanNubbit]

They do nothing for power. But they allow for easy cleaning instead of spending money on filters

[@IAm_RohitSharma]

*Brad Is My Favourite ❤*

[@dominionn09]

I thought he explained in another video that the cold air intake would be not worth it because the throttle body would adjust airflow anyway🤷

[@theprofessorfate6184]

"turns it into a monster"- replacing factory parts with different parts. In essence, it isn't a Gladiator, but it still looks like one. JEEP- Just Empty Every Pocket philosophy.

[@blakemarchand6650]

Why are you here if your a Jeep hater

[@andrewlh619]

​@@blakemarchand6650he sounds like he drives a Prius 😂

[@blakemarchand6650]

@@andrewlh619 100% he does

[@theprofessorfate6184]

@@blakemarchand6650 I didn't say I hate them.

[@sixpest]

​@@blakemarchand6650there is not one word he said that carries "hate". Only truth left his comment 😂