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Jeep Wrangler JL & Gladiator JT: Performance Modifications
Item Number: CARTECH-SA503
Weight: 1.5 lbs.
Publisher: CarTech Inc. / SA Design
Softcover: 160 Pages w/ 461 Color Photos
Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.3 inches
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In Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT: Performance Modifications, Jeep experts Don Alexander and Quinn Thomas introduce you to these new models and walk you through the capabilities and options for all of the trim levels. Then, they examine how to make these things better, system by system. Suspension, steering, and brakes are covered, as they are the heart of any off-road rig. Also examined are modification options for axles, driveshafts, and differentials as well as bumpers, armor, and protection. Of course, off-roaders need a quality winch, recovery gear, and upgraded electrics, so options are explored here as well. Wheels and tires are also very important for those leaving paved roads, and upgrade options for all of the trim levels and lift levels are covered thoroughly.
 
Whether you want to build a JL or JT to be a serious rock crawler or simply look like you are going off-road, all of your options are thoroughly explained in this book. Add a copy to your Jeep reference library.
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
 
Acknowledgments
Foreword
 
Chapter 1: A New Jeep Wrangler 
Major Differences: Wrangler JK versus Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT 
Trim Levels 
Off-Road Use 
 
Chapter 2: Modifications 
The Key to Pandora’s Box 
Items to Consider 
 
Chapter 3: Suspension 
Ground Clearance, Angles, and Center of Gravity 
Important Lift Considerations 
Suspension Travel 
Body Lifts 
Lift Kits 
Tire Size 
Spacer Lifts 
Spring Lift Kits 
Short-Arm Lifts 
Long-Arm Lifts 
Coilover Lifts 
Suspension Control Arms 
Track Bars 
Suspension Control Arm and Track Bar Joints 
Axle Articulation 
Sway Bars and Sway-Bar Disconnects 
Suspension Alignment 
Shock Absorbers 
 
Chapter 4: Steering 
How the Steering Works 
Death Wobble 
Tie-Rods and Drag Links 
Ball Joints 
Steering Dampers 
Stock Steering Box and Pump 
Power Steering Upgrades 
 
Chapter 5: Brake Upgrades 
Stock Brake Performance 
Tire Size Effects on Braking Performance 
Large Tires, Pedal Pressure, and Brake Performance 
Brake Rotors 
Brake Calipers 
Brake Pads 
Brake Kits 
Brake Fluid 
 
Chapter 6: Drivelines, Axles, Housings, Driveshafts, and Lockers 
Ring and Pinion Gear Upgrades 
Axle Upgrades 
Axle Shaft Diameter and Splines 
Axle Housing Trusses and Braces 
Full Axle Assembly Swaps 
Selectable Axle Lockers 
Limited-Slip Differentials and Detroit Lockers 
Driveshafts, Yokes, CV Joints, and U-Joints 
 
Chapter 7: Off-Road Tires and Wheels 
Tire Testing 
Results 
Off-Road Tire Pressure 
Void Ratio and Tread Blocks 
Tire Diameter and Ground Clearance 
Tire Compliance Over Rocks and Obstacles 
All-Terrain versus Mud-Terrain Tires 
Ply Ratings, Tire Cutting, and Slashing 
Reasons to Air Down Tires 
Tire Deflator Types 
Airing Up Tires 
Wheels 
Wheel Diameter 
Wheel Width 
Bolt Pattern 
Offset and Backspacing 
Wheel Weight 
Wheel and Tire Balancing 
Wheel Spacers and Adapters 
 
Chapter 8: Bumpers, Armor, and Protection 
Skidplates 
Rock Sliders 
Body Armor 
Fenders 
Bumpers 
Sport Cage
 
Chapter 9: Styling, Accessories, Storage, and Overlanding Upgrades 
Half and Tube Doors 
Tops
Sunshades 
Storage Options 
Locks 
Floor Mats 
Roof Racks 
Snorkels 
Seats and Seat Covers 
Graphic Wraps and Touch-up Paint 
Other Accessories 
Overlanding 
 
Chapter 10: Stock Engines, Upgrades, and Swaps 
Upgrades 
V-8 Swaps 
 
Chapter 11: Electrical Upgrades and Lights
Auxiliary Switch Solutions 
Auxiliary Lighting 
Daylight Driving on Dusty Trails 
Radio Communications
Satellite Messengers 
GPS and GPS Apps 
Electronic Calibration Modules 
Batteries and Jumper Batteries
 
Chapter 12: Vehicle Recovery Gear, Winches, and Trail Tools 
Tow Strap 
Shackles 
Kinetic (Yanker) Strap 
Extraction Boards 
Shovels 
Off-Road Jacks 
Winches 
Winch Line: Wire Rope versus Synthetic 
Winch Controllers 
Winching Accessories 
 
Chapter 13: Jeep Projects 
Don Alexander: 2020 Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited Sport S
Quinn Thomas: All J Products 2020 Jeep Gladiator JT Rubicon 
 
Appendix: Project Jeep
Specifications 
Source Guide

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