plainjaneFJC
Deplorable
No rational individual or study will find the jeep more reliable than a Toyota. I like Jeeps, have owned one and probably will own another some day- but it’s not a Toyota.
Gladiator - Good/Bad?
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Todd n Natalie
OverCamper
Everybody's experiences differ. The two worst vehicles I ever owned were an 80 series Land Cruiser and a Jeep TJ.
Doesn't mean I wouldn't own another Jeep or Toyota again though. Just that those 2 specific vehicles were POS's.
Doesn't mean I wouldn't own another Jeep or Toyota again though. Just that those 2 specific vehicles were POS's.
Guys it seems like this is diverting onto a useless debate Jeep vs Toyota....
I guess I am considering "downsizing" from a full size truck, my Silverado
I need the bed space and I like that that Gladiator bed is 5' long. My Silverado has a 5'8" bed, so I'm not losing much
Gladiator is 218.10" long
Silverado is 230.00" long
Silverado width is 80.00"
Gladiator width is 73.80"
Gladiator Bed:
60" long
Max width is 56.80"
Between wheel wells is 44.80"
Silverado bed:
69" long (+9")
Max width is 64.60" (+7.80")
Between wheel wells is 51.03" (+6.23")
When I do tow, most loads are well under 5,000 pounds
What size gas tank comes in the Gladiator? One size only?
Engine power I guess is another concern, since I would love to run 35s or 37s
My 5.3L V8 Silverado:
355 horsepower @ 5,600 rpm
383 lb-ft of torque @ 4,100 rpm
8 speed transmission (8L90)
3.42 gears
I need the bed space and I like that that Gladiator bed is 5' long. My Silverado has a 5'8" bed, so I'm not losing much
Gladiator is 218.10" long
Silverado is 230.00" long
Silverado width is 80.00"
Gladiator width is 73.80"
Gladiator Bed:
60" long
Max width is 56.80"
Between wheel wells is 44.80"
Silverado bed:
69" long (+9")
Max width is 64.60" (+7.80")
Between wheel wells is 51.03" (+6.23")
When I do tow, most loads are well under 5,000 pounds
What size gas tank comes in the Gladiator? One size only?
Engine power I guess is another concern, since I would love to run 35s or 37s
My 5.3L V8 Silverado:
355 horsepower @ 5,600 rpm
383 lb-ft of torque @ 4,100 rpm
8 speed transmission (8L90)
3.42 gears
GATORB8
Member
We have a Ram 1500 and a JL Wrangler that the JT Gladiator is based off of.
The Gladiator would be by far the superior wheeling platform compared to a 1500 with what we do. Easier and cheaper to modify as well.
Here's what keeps me from swapping the Ram for a Gladiator, it's not the bed or outside dimensions, its the interior space. While I wouldn't call the Jeep cab uncomfortable, it is cramped in comparison to a full size.
Unfortunately, the JT engine options are limited compared to the JL Wrangler. Unless it's recently changed, you can only do the 3.6L or the ED. I will say the 8 speed ZF is a great trans, though. You'll want to address power/tires with regearing.
Another major issue with the JT is cost, the damn thing cost as much as a better equipped crew cab 1500 when loaded up.
86scotty
Cynic
Did you expect something different? Any thread on any vehicle eventually turns in to a comparison/war/debate/bloodbath with Toyota.
I'll do my part to divert back to Jeep. We have a 21 Wrangler Willys 2.0l (4cyl turbo). Makes the same power as a 3.6 but is quicker and way more fuel efficient. I would consider a Gladiator more if Jeep put this engine in it. I have no idea why they don't.
Too much truck for a 4 cyl? That's a laugh. I like big engines like we all do but it's not about the engine with a Gladiator. It's a mid sized truck at best. Offer the superb 4 cylinder with less payload and they will still sell since no-one hauls anything with a Gladiator anyway, at least no more than a camper shell or overland jewelry.
GATORB8
Member
From what I've read, it was a challenge for them to accommodate the increased cooling required to increase the towing capacity in the JT over the JL (cooling being a part of the standardized rating). I'd assume the added cooling requirements of a turbocharged engine and design cost to engineer another system are why they don't add the 2.0L to the JT.
Love your camper. Do you have a thread on Gladiator forum about DIY camper?
Mules
Well-known member
Yes, I have threads on ExpeditionPortal.com and Jeep Gladiator Forum.
Build Thread - Mules Fiberglass Gladiator Camper DIY
Your craftsmanship is truly over the top ... I do have one question ... how did you address the flex between the `bed and cab? I get more questions about this than anything else. My long thread goes into this in more detail. Bottom line is Gladiators have a more rigid frame and increased...
www.jeepgladiatorforum.com
I thought that was the same setup. Such an awesome job you did.Yes, I have threads on ExpeditionPortal.com and Jeep Gladiator Forum.
Build Thread - Mules Fiberglass Gladiator Camper DIY
Your craftsmanship is truly over the top ... I do have one question ... how did you address the flex between the `bed and cab? I get more questions about this than anything else. My long thread goes into this in more detail. Bottom line is Gladiators have a more rigid frame and increased...
