smbisig
Adventurer
Due to some life changes, it's time to say goodbye to our beloved diesel 2021 Jeep Gladiator. Currently sitting at 60k miles, we are asking $65k. The jeep is currently in Federal Way, WA. If you have questions or would like to see it in person, please email us at around.the.nw@gmail.com. Oh, and we average 19-23 MPG 
The story of the Jeep.
I have been a Jeep guy my entire life, owning several models of Jeeps. But none were ever really set up for more than a day or weekend of off-road exploring, well comfortably at least.
Feel free to scroll down to see the build sheet and photos. It won’t hurt my feelings.
Working in the overland and off-road industry for the past 20 years, I have been lucky to spend time in numerous makes and models of vehicles. None of them captured my interest like the Gladiator.
Once the diesel option was announced, I had to have one. Unfortunately, most of the diesel-equipped Gladiators in my area (and around the country) were full of options that I just didn't want or need. For example, knowing that I was going to change out the suspension and install ARB Air Lockers, I didn’t need the Rubicon model. Yes, it has a different geared transfer case, but I didn’t need that low gearing. This Gladiator was going to be set up for long-distance travel.
Using the build tool on the Jeep website, I priced out the model that had the basics of my build idea and still offered the diesel as an option (Sport S), and selected just a few options that I wanted:
…..and it had to be Firecracker Red.
With the printed build sheet in hand, I special ordered it from my local dealership (Bud Clary), and a few months later, they personally delivered it to my house.
The plan was to build the Gladiator into a comfortable and very capable long-distance adventure or overland vehicle. This was accomplished with a few key upgrades like ARB Air Lockers, AEV suspension, 37” Nitto Recon tires, and Alu-Cab Camper for shelter.
And with that, the build happened fairly quickly over the spring and summer of 2021. And here we are, the ultimate (in my opinion) adventure Jeep. The perfect platform for exploring the northwest and beyond.
The Build Sheet
Exterior
Drivetrain & Brakes
Camper & Exterior Accessories
The story of the Jeep.
I have been a Jeep guy my entire life, owning several models of Jeeps. But none were ever really set up for more than a day or weekend of off-road exploring, well comfortably at least.
Feel free to scroll down to see the build sheet and photos. It won’t hurt my feelings.
Working in the overland and off-road industry for the past 20 years, I have been lucky to spend time in numerous makes and models of vehicles. None of them captured my interest like the Gladiator.
Once the diesel option was announced, I had to have one. Unfortunately, most of the diesel-equipped Gladiators in my area (and around the country) were full of options that I just didn't want or need. For example, knowing that I was going to change out the suspension and install ARB Air Lockers, I didn’t need the Rubicon model. Yes, it has a different geared transfer case, but I didn’t need that low gearing. This Gladiator was going to be set up for long-distance travel.
Using the build tool on the Jeep website, I priced out the model that had the basics of my build idea and still offered the diesel as an option (Sport S), and selected just a few options that I wanted:
- Auxiliary Switches
- Cold Weather Package - Love me some heated seats while in the snow
- Convenience Package - For the remote start
- Active Safety Group - I knew a camper would be installed and liked the idea of the blind spot system
- LED Headlight - Headlights are super important to me and have been upgraded to LED on all of my other Jeeps over the years
- Tow Package - Includes a 240 Amp Alternator
…..and it had to be Firecracker Red.
With the printed build sheet in hand, I special ordered it from my local dealership (Bud Clary), and a few months later, they personally delivered it to my house.
The plan was to build the Gladiator into a comfortable and very capable long-distance adventure or overland vehicle. This was accomplished with a few key upgrades like ARB Air Lockers, AEV suspension, 37” Nitto Recon tires, and Alu-Cab Camper for shelter.
And with that, the build happened fairly quickly over the spring and summer of 2021. And here we are, the ultimate (in my opinion) adventure Jeep. The perfect platform for exploring the northwest and beyond.
The Build Sheet
Exterior
- Front ARB Deluxe Winch Bumper
- Warn 12K Winch
- ARB Intensity Solis LED Spot & Flood Light
- ARB Rock Sliders
- Cascadia 4x4 80W hood-mounted solar panel
- TrailRax Roof Rack
- American Expedition Vehicles 3" Dual Sport RT suspension with high-capacity springs
- Teraflex Falcon Nexus EF 2.2 Fast Adjust Steering Stabilizer
- Bronze Method 701 Wheels
- Nitto Recon Grappler A/T 37x12.5R17 Tires (about 30k miles)
Drivetrain & Brakes
- Factory Front Dana 44 with ARB Air Locker and Nitro 4.10 Gears
- Factory Rear Dana 44 with ARB Air Locker and Nitro 4.10 Gears
- Powerbrake X-Line Big Brake Kit
- Expedition Essentials Powered Accessory Dash Mount
- Desert Does It Seat Jackers
- Goose Gear 100% Seat Delete
- ZAutomotive Tazer
- ARB Twin Compressor & Pressure Control
- ARB ZERO 73QT dual zone fridge freezer
- Midland MXT575
- Tuffy Center Console Security Safe
- Various Ram Mount for phone, ZOLEO, iPad and Camera
Camper & Exterior Accessories
- Alu-Cab Canopy Camper
- Alu-Cab Shadow Awning 270°
- Sunflare Dual 105W Roof-Mounted Solar Panels
- Alu-Cab Rear Corner Molle Panels
- GP-Factor Side Door Window
- Expedition Essentials Propane Tank Mount
- Trasharoo with custom rear door mount
- Generic Rear LED scene light
- Alu-Cab 13 Gallon Water Tank with plumbing for external spigot and Camplux shower (shower included)
- Alu-Cab Water Tank mounted storage bags
- EXPED Megamat 10 mattress
- REDARC BCDC battery charge system
- 200AH Lithium Battery
- 1000w Renogy power inverter
- Custom battery cabinet with teak countertop
- Dickinson Marine Fireplace mounted using the GP-Factor factor kit
- GP Factor Rear Door Molle Panels
- Expedition Essentials Paper Towel Holder
- Switch Pros to control all camper systems and lights.
- Front Runner Drop Down Table
- Trelino Portable Composting Toilet (only used once)
- Custom cabinet benches
- Various Blue Sea USB Ports and Outlets