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We were in Moab in March. We rented a slightly modified Jeep Wrangler Rubicon; had bigger tires and a one inch lift. After taking it on elephant hill; it was cool to see just how capable they are even with slight mods. It was able to keep up with both my uncle’s heavily modded wranglers. We had the wrangler for three days so quite the test drive in my opinion. My wife and I really need a new vehicle this year as my 01 F150 finally died on us. The Gladiator was high on my list from the beginning; but after what was pretty much a prolonged test drive, I’ve pretty much decided on the Gladiator. Granted we will only be able to afford the sport s trim; but for my needs (camping/ light off roading) I know it will be more than enough. Maybe a one inch lift and 35s at some point down the road; don’t really need to have the crazy mods. Nice Video.

Disconnect the sway bar on the tj and make it a fair comparison

You are definitely brave. Jeep needs to sponsor you. You make more advertising content than any Jeep commercial that ever watched.

4 wheels are 4 wheels... The JL has traction control and bigger tires maybe longer shocks and more articulation (droop and higher bump stops.) The TJ is lighter with better quality more American made type quality, but has smaller tires and probably shorter shocks and less articulation due to the shorter shocks and a lower fender height... The .6 inches of clearance doesn't matter. The only thing that matters in this case is the size of the tire, the grip of the tire... put the same tire and same size on both vehicles with the same fender height and same spring and shock length and the TJ is superior because it's lighter with lower gears. Most people who have looked into this know that the TJ is better off-road as a platform than the new Jeeps because it's lighter. I'm pretty sure my stock ZJ with good tires and stock everything else and no lockers would make it through those trails with maybe some minor damage, but it's like a mountain goat and has pretty much the same suspension as the TJ. Those 90's Jeeps were the best ever made. The ones in the 80's and 70's were great but lack the spring suspension. You should put the same exact size tires and brand/model tires and length shocks and springs on both then do the comparison... also the TJ was actually better and you were afraid to push it due to wanting to preserve it undamaged. Get a beater TJ with good mechanics and it will beat the stock new Jeeps every time on the same tires. So this test is more about tires than anything else, but I was reading the comments about the MPG on a new Gladiator on 37's being better than a TJ on 30's... the new Jeeps are still flimsy Italian made junk and everyone knows it.

TJ could have easily done that first ledge... front locker and right line. been there done that.

The Only Jeep I owned was a 1956 JEEP Ambulance! I drove it from CS to the flat tops hunted out of it for 2 weeks drove it back to the Springs it used more OIL THAN FUEL !!! But that thing would out CRAWL any new Jeep Made ! I now run a 4runner and I took my front swaybar off 10 years ago never needed it again!!!

So the GUY in the TRAIL HAWK he IDENTIFIES as a DOG right??? Is his PRONOUN ROVER??? Damn has anyone ever tried to DIVE the pool in that Waterfall for GOLD???

Jeep has always said that the wheel base on the TJ was the best stock set up for crawling they’ve ever done. The problem was the interior was cramped. My 2000 TJ was a better crawler stock than some of the “built” JK models. I miss my Wrangler. Driving a Cherokee now.

Love these little KJ Libertys.

Great comparison video. I'll throw my own comparison out there... Had a 2004 manual TJ Rubicon for 14 years, amazing in everything it did and reliable, loved the torque and the fun. As a taller person it wreaked havoc on my SI joint due to seating position. Also the body rot on the frame from being in New England ( needed Fluid Film). Sold the 2004 in 2018 for an auto 2dr Recon Rubicon, last of the JK's, 6 years in and it has been even more reliable than the old TJ, while being more capable and much more comfortable (frame sprayed immediately with Fluid Film) btw. Also much better in snow and slop due to the BLD. Do I miss the TJ, yep it was more fun... You have the best of both worlds, love to see more content!

Good overall comparison. I thought it was done pretty fairly. Ive got an 06 rubi with 4" lift and 4 link long arms on 35s. I really think lowering air pressure would have helped both, but probably more on the TJ since its lighter. BTW - I and many other TJ owners tend to run about 25 psi on the street, which helps smooth things out.

Hello from Albuquerque. I have a TJ Rubicon on 35's as well as a GX460 on 33.4's and would love to join you guys on a trip!

One of my favorite runs. Do it often. I about choked when you asked if a guy was aired down and he said "yeah, down to 23." Did I hear that right? Gotta say looking at the tire contact throughout the video you all looked like you were running too high. I run 10psi when I'm not concerned and 8psi if it gets serious. For Fins & Things lowest pressures aren't needed. But for those vehicles that were just burning rubber and not going anywhere, yeah. Lockers are overrated for sandstone and may sometimes hurt. They're great on uneven terrain where one or two tires get light, but sandstone you usually have four tires in good contact. Lockers now will just make tires fight each other forcing some to slightly slip and that hurts ultimate traction.

Awesome and outstanding.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

I have an 2004 Rubicon in the same Solar Yellow color and I love it. Personally, I don't like Jeeps after 2006.

Thanks for the fun and informative video. In the end, any Wrangler is more fun than a Camry and therefore a winner in my book. I do however tend to favor the TJ just because of it's size and maneuverability, oh, and not to mention, reliability and simplicity. That being said, I've never driven a JL, and might think differently if I owned and drove one. With my budget though, I don't foresee making that comparison for myself.

This was a solid video - I subscribed. Looking forward to more.

What about this trail Is moab like

I have jeep liberty, cherokee european version and i must say its great vehicle !

Only criticism I have after 10 mins watching. Too much talking repetition. UA-cam watchers want instant gratification. Small explanations and straight to the proof.

What ever happen to this ????

My 04 Rubicon LJ was by far my favorite jeep! Loved it compared to my YJ's and JK's.

Great video!

Definitely added to my list! Regarding airing down on dry dirt: when combined with 4WD, whether it's hi or lo, you're actually helping to slow down washboard creation! When you get over rocks and the like and land back on dirt, there is less dirt kicked up. Because there is less tire spin due to having better grip, you help avoid making ruts bigger, and preserve the trail! The only downside is for anyone eating your dust.

I enjoyed watching your video, and being an engineer myself (mechanical, not railroad 🙁) I tend to over-research things and take forever buying stuff. So, I'm glad I watched this to potentially cross this off the future buy list, or at least as you suggest, make sure I do my research. Thanks.

pricing them selves out of the market IMHO, to much standard equipment I would never buy

I’ve used the heck out of my JL rock rails with no issues.

I own a Jeep Rubicon 4xe and I’ve ridden in a lifted TJ. The difference that I noticed was how much smoother the JL way. Just a way more comfortable ride.

Good to know my stock 4Runner needs modifications. I almost went up this trail

Nicely done and a great comparison video. I still have my Solar Yellow 04 TJ Rubi (although it does NOT have a "Trail Rated" badge or the plastic tailgate covers) and it is my fave weekend Jeep!

Are they both automatics? I have a 2019 2dr manual rubicon and its crawls amazing, I put 35’s on it no lift and wouldn’t go any taller on a 2dr…….

Hahaha front lockers not engaged in the old one... Tires look like they're at 40psi.... What's the point of this video?

The TJ is still my favorite Jeep! 05-06 with the six-speed manual!, Yes please!

That guy hanging half his body out of the window in a full independent suspension vehicle with absolutely no articulation was killing me this whole video. One bad wheel lift and splat. Get him a spotter!

See which one is still running in 10 years

Wise decision getting rid of the Subaru and purchasing a Jeep

@004 Rubicon owner here. Best jeep ever built in my opinion.

Its amazing what a stock Jeep can do! I've been wheeling my Sport Unlimited for some time now and when I get into an obstacle I just two foot it and that seems to work. When I go for a re-gear I may add a rear limited slip but honestly for the wheeling I do. I don't feel the need for a locker. Thanks to the amazing Footage!! 😁

He was holding the TJ back.

I’m curious (I may have missed it) what was the comparison in tires? Did they have the same?

I did not care for yellow Wranglers until I watched this video.

Great filming and editing skill man !

True 4.0 always. Not even a jeep person but that motor is the most bulletproof motor based on a decades old pattern.

I subbed. You owe me a beer. Are you winning, son?

I just got a JT, and if course, I had to have 35s. This hobby gets expensive fast.

I own a 2005 Rubicon Unlimited (LJ) with a six speed manual in bright silver. Old man Emu lift with Rubi 16” rims and Toyo 33s. She is so tough and amazing.

Just bypass the secondary battery and remove it when it goes bad (it's easier to go through the inner fender well than removing the fusebox and coming in from the top. That little motorcycle battery is only used to keep electronics running when the engine shuts off at red lights but you can just use the main battery for that with a quick jumper on your fuse block, and you can tell it to remember your decision to not use that ESS stop/start by using a tazer JL, which will also give you the ability to make the rear camera come on when you hit your turn signals, among other things

I have a stock 2014 JK Rubicon, and a not stock 1995 YJ 2.5. Both are manual transmission biggest difference is $ with pucker factor regarding body damage. Love the lockers of Rubicon. The AX5 is doing what AX5 do. I'm not sure if a rebuild, or a repower with new transmission is in the near future...

Great! Now I want a TJ to go with my JL.