Gladiator

[Weldin Rod]

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Really? I ordered the Warn mid grill bull bar and a winch mount plate. Gunna order the winch and some lights next week. Lift and tires come in on Wednesday. I think the bumper will look better then.

 

[LBarr2002]

Really? I ordered the Warn mid grill bull bar and a winch mount plate. Gunna order the winch and some lights next week. Lift and tires come in on Wednesday. I think the bumper will look better then.

Remember, this is coming from the person with a full width ARB. I like the fender protection.

 

[97TJGUZZY]

I could go either way, but I like the fender coverage also

 

[Weldin Rod]

Got some parts in today. Don’t like how close it is to the tow hooks. And honestly don’t like the open tow hooks. I’ve seen some that mount under the bumper but won’t work with the skid plate.

 

[highpockets]

I don't think you would want them under the bumper anyway, too easy to get snagged on rocks and junk. And it hurts your approach angle.

 

[Weldin Rod]

I don't think you would want them under the bumper anyway, too easy to get snagged on rocks and junk. And it hurts your approach angle.

Yeah but nobody makes any to replace the factory ones yet. Maybe I’ll get some cut and powder coated.

 

[97TJGUZZY]

i can't tell from the pic, can you fit the loop of a strap between the bar and the tow hook?

 

[Weldin Rod]

i can't tell from the pic, can you fit the loop of a strap between the bar and the tow hook?

I think so but barely. That might be a good thing since it’s not a closed hole.

 

[ddbarr4]

I think if you can get a strap or soft shackle on the hook having the bar close would be a good thing.

 

[LBarr2002]

I think if you can get a strap or soft shackle on the hook having the bar close would be a good thing.

Yep. I had typed "carry a soft shackle" but apparently it didnt post.

 

[Weldin Rod]

Got the truck back and I’m in love.

 

[Weldin Rod]

The spare tire takes up over half the bed.

 

[LBarr2002]

The spare tire takes up over half the bed. View attachment 18873

Assuming that wont fit underneath? What's the plan?

 

[Weldin Rod]

Assuming that wont fit underneath? What's the plan?

It will only take a 35 underneath. I’m going to build a overland type rack with a tire mount. At least I think. Not really sure yet but I would like for the matching tire to show.

 

[highpockets]

Would be nice to have the tire mount incorporated into part of a kayak rack with the front part over the cab removable when not carrying yaks.

 

[Weldin Rod]

Would be nice to have the tire mount incorporated into part of a kayak rack with the front part over the cab removable when not carrying yaks.

Yes I’m going to make something to do everything I need and look cool.

 

[97TJGUZZY]

might be able to stand it up in the bed like Taylor did in the Bronco.

 

[Weldin Rod]

I like something like this. It would be easy to incorporate a tire carrier that didn’t take up floor space.
https://images.app.goo.gl/TruLS51sSPqpQfxQ9

 

[Weldin Rod]

This looks clean and simple. I have the same track in my truck so there are no holes to drill.
https://images.app.goo.gl/NUieRr7zetjHNTMS7

 

[97TJGUZZY]

Thats interesting, but it still takes up a lot of the bed