Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Upgrade: FROM MID TO MONSTER Build! 🔥

Ready for the ultimate 2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon transformation? In this video, we're taking a stock JT and turning it into an absolute off-road monster! This Jeep Gladiator originally arrived with a basic Rough Country V3 shock package, but our vision for extreme performance demanded a significant upgrade. For more Build like this check out our Playlist #dunksbuilt :   • Dunks Performance Builds: #dunksbuilt  

*Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Suspension Upgrade Details:*

We upgraded the suspension system with the highly regarded **MetalCloak 3.5" Gamechanger Lift Kit**, engineered for superior articulation and control on the toughest trails. This comprehensive kit includes:
✅ Fully Adjustable Control Arms (for precise axle positioning and caster/pinion correction)
✅ Adjustable Track Bars (to perfectly center your axles)
✅ Upgraded Heavy-Duty End Links (for improved sway bar performance)

Next, we dramatically enhanced the ride quality and damping by replacing the V3 shocks. We installed a full set of premium **King 2.5 Performance Series Remote Reservoir Shocks**—both front and rear—specifically tuned for the Jeep Gladiator. These provide unmatched heat dissipation and consistent performance during aggressive off-roading.

To ensure maximum control and prevent harsh bottom-outs, we removed the factory bump stops. In their place, we installed the innovative **KING EVO Rock Stops**. These hydraulic bump stops are designed to progressively absorb severe impacts, significantly reducing shock transferred to the driver and passengers, making for a much smoother and more controlled ride over bumps and jumps.

*The Result:* This 2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon build now boasts incredible improvements in both daily driving comfort and extreme trail capability. It's truly ready to hit those high-speed whoops, tackle rock crawling, and dominate any challenging terrain you throw at it!

If you're looking to upgrade your Jeep Gladiator or enhance your off-road rig, this video shows you exactly what it takes.

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0:00 - Video Intro & Jeep Gladiator Transformation Plan
0:30 - Backstory: From Rough Country to Monster JT Build
1:45 - Teardown Begins: Disassembling the Jeep Gladiator Suspension
4:30 - Front Axle Removal for MetalCloak Upgrade
5:20 - Expert Insight: Why Fully Remove the Front Axle for Installation
6:34 - Out with the Old: Front Axle Prepped with MetalCloak Components
6:43 - Installing Front KING EVO Rock Stops & Bump Stop Brackets
7:15 - Front Suspension Upgrades Complete: MetalCloak & KING Bump Stops Installed
8:00 - Reinstalling the Front Axle: Getting the Gladiator Rolling
8:30 - Starting the Rear Suspension Build
9:43 - MetalCloak Rear Track Bar Installation
10:18 - Installing Rear KING EVO Rock Stop Brackets
10:40 - Deep Dive: Understanding KING EVO Rock Stops & Hydraulic Bump Stops
12:05 - Ultimate Ride Quality: Installing KING 2.5 Performance Series Shocks (Front & Rear)
13:02 - Reassembly Walkaround: First Look at the Transformed Gladiator
14:00 - Professional Alignment for Optimal Performance
14:22 - Parking Lot Articulation Test: Flexing the New MetalCloak & KING Suspension
15:00 - Outro & Final Thoughts: The Monster Jeep Gladiator Rubicon!

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