EPIC Jeep Gladiator Mojave - Installing a Diamond Back Tonneau Cover

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3 жыл бұрын

As the EPIC crew continues to build out our 2021 Jeep Gladiator Mojave, we acquire a DiamondBack Tonneau Cover. Built to take weight on top and with 2 hinged hatch openings, this item fits in well with our low, fast adventure Gladiator plans. Stay tuned for more on this EPIC Mojave build.
See DiamondBack Covers here:
diamondbackcovers.com
Check out our website and online store at:
www.epic-4wd.com
Cheers!
~ Team EPIC

Пікірлер: 54

@rael6_4wd 2 жыл бұрын

That’s pretty slick! All I need now, is a Gladiator. OIIIIIIIO

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 2 жыл бұрын

Doesn’t everyone!

@rickster2929 2 жыл бұрын

Love mine best Jeep I've ever owned 💪

@wrangler70jkujeep74 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great ✌️😎

@UnwindingRoads 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice cover.

@richardthomas1531 3 жыл бұрын

On my Mojave I got the Diamondback HD in the diamond plate style thinking it would have more grip for hauling up top.Easy install. Doesn't leak a drop and it makes a military look. Well worth the price.

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 3 жыл бұрын

We probably forgot to mention that this one is also the HD model.

@richardthomas1531 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheEPICBeardedGinger Yes ,both the Smooth and the Dimond plate can take 1600 lbs .on them.

@ciprianorivera8063 2 жыл бұрын

did you have to take the bed rail caps off? My instructions don't mention that. It just says for the Tundra.

@richardthomas1531 2 жыл бұрын

@@ciprianorivera8063 It comes with both options. Use the rail system or if you don't have rails they supply clamps .

@ciprianorivera8063 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardthomas1531 i meant in the video he took the sides of the bed covers off, did you do that as well?

@davehumphreys1611 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I just received a Diamondback HD and am excited to install on my Gladiator. I am looking for guidance on how to remove the bed cap clips and am searching the web and KZfaq but coming up empty. Any advice on how you were able to remove the clips without breaking them?

@pedal_to_the_metalcolin70 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a pretty sweet set up. It be kinda neat if the front half was 2 split doors that opened the other way for easier access. But man that DB stuff sure is nice 👍🏻

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 2 жыл бұрын

They didn’t make the Diamondback 270 in smooth or thats the model I would have got.

@MattLindell1 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheEPICBeardedGinger Looks like they're making it in smooth black now, if you're ever looking to switch it up

@sspence65 2 жыл бұрын

Why did the tail lights have to come off? I don't have bed rails. Do I need to get the Mopar bedrails first, or are they available as part of a kit.

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 2 жыл бұрын

Removing the tail lights gave us access to start removing the bed rail caps, and I think you can order the cover to work without the mopar rails

@scratchnbell 3 жыл бұрын

I have a JTR the Mopar 2" kit and upgrades with 35s. I have a Smart cap and added the upgraded rear sway bar. I drive almost exclusively mountain roads....Any other ideas to reduce the body roll? Perhaps adding a stiffer shock such as Falcon? Any thoughts would be appreciated....

@EPIC-4WD 3 жыл бұрын

Well... you have the Mopar lift. So you'll need new shocks, new coils and some front drop brackets to add some extra caster just to start. Give us a call if you have any questions, we'd be happy to steer you in the right direction.

@zmotorpro Жыл бұрын

@@EPIC-4WD Thanks for your video of the Diamondback HD! I am just about sold on this cover as being one of the most secure. I do see a potential flaw that looks like it could easily be explioted. It looks as if all someone would need to do is remove 4 hinge screws and a cover could be removed with a slight twist from the hinge side. It would be cool if someone could verify this as it looks like this would be pretty easy to do. The alternative cover I am looking at is the Renegade cover which is similar but does not have hinge screws that can be removed. What is your opinion on this? Thx.

@jackietoth7109 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not in love with my DB cover! Mine leaks, My stuff is getting wet, damp and it’s starting to mold. First winter and it’s hard to open the tailgate due to it frozen, can’t use the key to unlock! Anyone have any ideas? Thanks

@ciprianorivera8063 2 жыл бұрын

did you have to take the bed rail caps off per the instructions by diamondback? My instructions don't mention that. It just says for the Tundra.

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 2 жыл бұрын

My instructions for the Gladiator specifically said to carefully remove them or rip them off and buy new ones.

@cglehmanone 3 жыл бұрын

Love what you’re doing! I’m wanting to overland mine. Looking at an ARE camper top and RTT combo, what do you think? Also, I have a 12’ tandem axle enclosed tool trailer I use for my business that I tow about once a week. Any suggestions to improve towing? Wish y’all were in the USA I like your perspective on what to do with the Mojave!

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 3 жыл бұрын

I would pick the RSI Smartcap over the ARE canopy 100% much better suited to off road and keeping out dust, and for towing, people like in coil airbags from Airlift.

@cglehmanone 3 жыл бұрын

In coil air bags won’t mess up my Mojave’s sweet suspension performance when I’m not towing will it? I’m a newb sorry.

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 2 жыл бұрын

They may change the ride a bit but unfortunately when wanting to part time carry a load or tow there has to be some sacrifices

@djmagicmike5986 2 жыл бұрын

If I don’t plan on putting weight on my cover do I still need to put the shims in under the bed rail liner?

@EPIC-4WD 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you should. When you clamp it down, the shims make sure you don't destroy the bed rail plastic.

@5arge 3 жыл бұрын

So I’m confused as to why you say you had to remove the taillights? I get possibly removing the rail caps for the shim installs but don’t get the need for taillight removal all for a cover. Enlighten me please as I am looking to get one of these

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 3 жыл бұрын

With the tail lights out you can access a couple of the clips for removal without destroying them

@MarkSpencerAZ 2 жыл бұрын

What tires are on that rig?

@jetblackflip 3 жыл бұрын

Can you add a rack now? Is there one that will work with that cover?

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 3 жыл бұрын

The sky is the limit with possibilities with this as a starting platform, that said I want this truck to not look at all like an “Overloading Rig” 😉

@jetblackflip 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheEPICBeardedGinger thanks!

@nitroxide17 3 жыл бұрын

Mopar stuff is underrated. I’ve had great experience with Mopar parts… especially that 2 inch lift for the Gladiator.

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 2 жыл бұрын

They do make some solid parts.

@robulko1121 3 жыл бұрын

Hire Shawn to do your voice overs :) Your views will triple!

@laloolhouvum1634 3 жыл бұрын

I'm interested in epic built. How do I, contact you guys. My 4WD is 2020 vodo blue 4 runner Trd off-road premium. The other one is Maruti Suzuki Gypsy(used) 2007 model with 80 bhp @ 6000 rpm, 103 nm @ 4500 rpm, 5 gears manual, 4WD/AWD, 4 inline SOHC, 1.3 litre gasoline engine G13BB MPFI, 15 inch wheel, 2375mm wheelbase, G. Weight 1585 kg, 205/70 R15 tyre, no lockers, front disc and rear drum, Both leaf spring, 3 doors, convertible top, A/T tubeless.

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately we specialize in late model Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator and Ram. We would have no problems helping you find the right place to go for upgrades but at this time we don’t work on those vehicles

@laloolhouvum1634 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheEPICBeardedGinger thanks for the info.

@laloolhouvum1634 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheEPICBeardedGinger can you tell me the right place. I kind of started to build up.

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 2 жыл бұрын

For a Toyota I would visit Overland Outfitters in Cloverdale, BC.

@pkell7315 3 жыл бұрын

How about a Link to the Diamond back Company !

@EPIC-4WD 3 жыл бұрын

Done! Link in the description.

@pkell7315 3 жыл бұрын

@@EPIC-4WD 👍 👍

@Auxbeam 3 жыл бұрын

Hi we love to sponsor your built, Kindly want to know do you need any lighting to help you driving , we're looking for sponsorship：）

@TheEPICBeardedGinger 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for thinking of us but we aren’t doing any lighting on this build.

@westongist1690 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you dont need to haul anything taller than the bed... lol

@KrazyMitchAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Oh gracious Red Bearded God, I can only afford to buy a stock 2003 v6 Chevy Tracker, can you help me.. I am unemployed, and haven't worked in months, the government on my lonely little island is trying their hardest to screw me as hard as they can... in 4 more months they are going to cut my income in half..