Overland JL Rubicon Build

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4 ай бұрын

Walk around of the JL Rubicon we built for the purpose of camping, overlanding and rock crawling with our Golden Retrievers (Cooper and Kaia). Suspension, Wheels Tires, Skid Plates, Roof Rack, Spare Tire Carrier, and Utility.

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@DonRawson 7 күн бұрын

Well done video, surprised this isn't your daily job. You definitely should have more followers and the Jeep is clean... in the sense of fit and finish. I know it wasnt a sponsored vid, but links in the description would be a nice to have.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 6 күн бұрын

Thanks Don. I really appreciate it. It was literally my first ever KZfaq video. I really do need to go back and add links to several videos. That's really good advice.

@paly4x4 4 күн бұрын

Subbed maybe a month ago and now going through your older videos. Love seeing what you had vs what you have now since my build has some similar products I want on it. Keep up the amazing videos as I am enjoying a smaller youtuber, however may the KZfaq algorithm gods be in your favor!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 күн бұрын

Hey thanks!!! I really appreciate that. It definitely takes time and effort to get decent content up, and I still have a more than fulltime job, so thanks. I just filmed a complete "pack out" video to show how we pack the jeep for long adventures, but I won't get it posted until we get home from the adventure we are on. Guess I need a star link. 😝 Hope to have some great content from the overland journey we are on now.

@rxmonkey5946 4 ай бұрын

Love the video and the Jeep!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Hey thanx man!

@michaelnorton8635 4 ай бұрын

Nice walkaround. Good info and detail. Thanks!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Awesome, glad you enjoyed the video! Will be posting new content shortly, with more to come. Hope you enjoy those as much.

@sajidtipu5333 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic work.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Really appreciate it..

@jasonwilson7998 4 ай бұрын

Great episode! Awesome walkaround!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@GT_KREW 4 ай бұрын

Great, functional build. I love it 🤙🏿🤙🏿

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thanx!

@gi_jeep_nv 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic Build. Huge metalcloak fan.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Yeah, I'm really impressed with the MC products.

@davidnelson5728 5 күн бұрын

Buy the large tank to the green one pounders and refill them. Put them in the freezer, and they will take 1.2 pounds. It would be nice to hear the base cost of the vehicle and the cost of each upgrade.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 күн бұрын

I have seen those devices that allow you to refill the green tanks, but I would need a place to store them too. Maybe if I had a second Roam box.

@Vanlife 3 ай бұрын

Great video thanks!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 3 ай бұрын

Awesome, glad you liked it!

@GoXplr 4 ай бұрын

Nice rig bro !!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thanks man!

@fabricegirerd7232 4 ай бұрын

This is awesome

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thanks buddy... Hope you are doing good.

@chisholmtrailoverland 29 күн бұрын

Very nice build

@GoldensGoneWheelin 29 күн бұрын

Thank you!! It seems like it never ends. 😝

@chisholmtrailoverland 29 күн бұрын

So true. Our builds are very similar especially the interior

@jeffreybetts8014 Ай бұрын

Great video, thanks

@GoldensGoneWheelin Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@stephaniesimpson3589 4 ай бұрын

Subbed! Just for the simple fact that you are wearing a Powell sweatshirt. J/K... love the Ruby.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Stephanie! I'm still riding Powell skateboards and Rubys are awesome. :) I'm just a KZfaq Newb, but hoping to get more jeep content with the puppies up this weekend.

@freeidaho-videos 4 ай бұрын

Good walk around. Without costs, the recommendations are a bit weak. "A bit pricey" varies by one's station in life.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, I'll try to be more detailed with cost breakdowns in the future. Maybe I'll do individual breakdowns for future product reviews.

@user-zl5gi8sv7u 4 ай бұрын

expensive af is more accurate. Roof rack is 5k steps 170 a pair, rotopax rack 500 plus 70 per lock and 40 per container, suspension 6-7k most likely, 270 degree awning a grand.

@Blue-P51 4 ай бұрын

Looks awesome! You can also consider a hitch spare tire carrier. It’s great to hold the 38” and you don’t need to carry the tire with unless your on an ‘adventure’😀 The likelihood you’ll get a flat in town is small. Side note I also carry a tire patch kit.. arb has a great one. As well as emergency valve stems. Super handy. Your jeep looks super sweet!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

That's a great idea. Do you know if that would impact the departure angle? I'll look into it.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

I also carry a patch/plug kit. Thanks for the pointer and compliment.

@Blue-P51 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldensGoneWheelinI don’t know but I’ll look into that. It may do that a bit.. update you soon!

@JamesKehoeDO 4 ай бұрын

I went with the rhino rack but with the Maximus-3 mounting (lowest profile of anything on market). The rhino rack backbone you have to drill through the side of the roof. With the maximus-3 you drill through the top and mount directly to the frame. I believe the static and dynamic weight are the most of any mounting system. Also the holes will be hidden very well if you ever want to remove the rack. That is all mounted on a 2021 JL 392. I have the Maximus-3 tire carrier on my 2016 JK and love it (it mounts to standard hinge placement) I am not sure of total weight allowance or about the JL tire carrier. Great company also. Michigan based, veteran owned and all US made.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Excellent! Thanks for the pointers. I was checking out the Maximus-3 mount as well. I actually used their Satelite radio antenna relacation bracket.

@erinsears3122 8 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 8 күн бұрын

You're very welcome.

@desertadventures4221 4 ай бұрын

New subscriber here.. good video

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate the feedback.

@bradleycunningham998 4 ай бұрын

Look at the LOD Destroyer rear bumper. They have spare tire carrier option, trail rack, tool option, jerry can…. Receiver hitch is built in! I cut my trailer 7-way into the bumper instead of reusing the factory bracket. Robust bumpers!

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

I did see the LOD, but wasn't sure about it. I'll take a closer look at it, thanks! Would love to see some of these options in person.

@lundysgarage 4 ай бұрын

wish the method bead grips came with a little more offset. great video sweet jeep

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! Maybe if enough people out there request a specific offset, Method will make it happen. 😊

@carlosbido4611 4 ай бұрын

Great video. Really informative. Wondering what your height clearance is with those tires and rack.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Well I can't fit in the garage anymore. :) I think the rack with nothing on it was at ~83", but if you add the Roam mounts and the awning its just tall.

@BrandonH1138 4 ай бұрын

Nice build. Heavy. Air those Milestars up to 37 and you'll get less feathering and more life out of em on the street. Lite Brite had a great video on this a while back

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Yup, I usually have them at 37 psi unless we are aired down for purpose.

@leroysmith6847 2 ай бұрын

Love learning and sorry your not sponsored but non sponsored are my favorite vids to learn from. Hope yall will subscribe to this channel

@GoldensGoneWheelin 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! I like being able to share honest feedback on stuff. I know I like learning too.

@jimt2316 3 ай бұрын

Great video! Love the Earl. How many miles are on your Pats and what did your rig end up weighing in at ?

@GoldensGoneWheelin 3 ай бұрын

Thanks!! You just reminded me I need to go weigh it again after making the mods! I'll try to remember to respond again as soon as I do. Have almost 12k miles on the Patagonia so far.

@mattc2971 4 ай бұрын

Nice build! Who makes your hinge steps? I like better than what I’ve seen on many others.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Those are from Metal Cloak too. I use them alot more than I thought I would.

@richards144 4 ай бұрын

Great video and love your build. Looks like the color is Earl - very nice. I've got a 2024 Rubicon X in Anvil on order (after 3.5 months, I just got notice yesterday that Jeep has finally scheduled the build) and I'm planning on also kitting it out for overlanding. I'm planning on much of the same though I'm going to stay on 35's. So it was really great to hear your thoughts and feedback on the mods you made. One question, did you do all the suspension mods while still under warranty. If so, have you had any issues with Jeep honoring the warranty if you had to bring it in.

@iONsJeepingAdventures 4 ай бұрын

Depends on the dealer there all different

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Richard, You will probably get better gas mileage with the 35s for sure, so stick with those if you dont need bigger. Since doing all the suspension mods myself, I've had the jeep in for warranty work on a cooling hose coupler. The dealership didn't even flinch. In fact all the guys in the service department were complimenting us on the build out. It might depend on the dealership though.

@richards144 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldensGoneWheelinthanks

@princeminasi2802 4 ай бұрын

I subbed too,same color as mine same setup but I'm on 37s with 3.5 lift. Need to step up to 38s.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

I bet those 37s will be just fine for a while. :) We love the color too.

@princeminasi2802 4 ай бұрын

@GoldensGoneWheelin yes they're more than great for my use since I go camping more than rock crawling but since nittos came out with 38s I gotta pull the trigger

@reviewswithdouglas Ай бұрын

Rhino Rack with the Backbone system would be a better option

@GoldensGoneWheelin Ай бұрын

Yep, that’s what we ended up doing. 😀. Replacing our Jeep’s Adventure Rack Systems rack with a Rhino-Rack Backbone and Pioneer Platform- kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nJ-bgdad0MyVe58.html

@TwoFeatherChannel 4 ай бұрын

How long have you been using the Lux Rock Lights?

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

I installed those about 4i months ago.

@Journey_Outdoors 4 ай бұрын

I know people like privacy and all by blurring out your license plate but you missed one at 18:14. Its gonna get showed eventually. Weather its your video or someone elses.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Yeah, I do my best, but it's tedious. As you pointed out it's gonna show up sooner or later. :)

@stillkicking8693 4 ай бұрын

I have the 2021 JLU rubicon 392 and looking to go with a lift, but everyone has a different recommendation. I’m on 33 now but like to keep it a Low COG for steep climbs , thinking of 35 with a 2.5 lift but keep the same rims. What are your thoughts on this and suggestions??.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

If I'm not mistaken the 392 comes with the factory 2" lift. I believe one of the owners at Metal Cloak is running 37 X 12.5 Patagonias on the factory suspension with no additional lift. Keeping the COG as low as possible is the right thing to do. That's why we have avoided a roof top tent so far. One thing that can help clearance for tires is an inner fender delete, or just after market tube fenders. I just havent done enough research on these items to feel comfortable with that kind of modification.

@stillkicking8693 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldensGoneWheelin I carry enough weight with the fridge iceco 50 and solar generator and all the other stuff to offset the RTT if I go that route with the rubicon. The XR rubicon I know has the 2”lift , my jeep is a good height but 35 would help when airing down . I appreciate the help Thanks

@princeminasi2802 4 ай бұрын

Hello there Have you had any issues with rubbing on 38s? Also what bump stops you use? Thank you.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

The 38s have worked out really well for us with the MC 3.5" Game Changer suspension. When we are fully loaded for overlanding we did initially notice some rubbing on the rear plastic inner fender when fully flexed out. If you look at the back where the plastic inner fender meets the stock bumper, there is a small bulge in the plastic. I heated that up with a heat gun and pushed the bulge in to reform it. That fixed the issue. You could also just go with an inner fender delete as well.

@princeminasi2802 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldensGoneWheelin thank you

@DaisyBelleJeepGirl 4 ай бұрын

Did you or others here compare the LOD DESTROYER rooftop rack with the sliding off Roof top rack with the RTT say still on it? Had the multiple inserts as well with the RTT RACK. Also is a No drill system. I'm shopping for a no drill Roof rack. Did you say you had to drill into cowl? You ststed this ARS is stronger thn Gobi. Is it stronger than the LOD DESTROYER ROOFTOP RACK if anyone knows? Thanks for walkaround. I'm going to Metal Cloak as well. Loved see your bumpers etc as well as i am finalizing my choices for my Overland build. FYI GenRight has gret swing out tire carrier and replacement fender flares nd tught inner wheels wells all aluminum. If you havea great powdercoater, they can powdercoat the fsnder flares with matching color ns put. Finl clear coat on top not just black. I pln to do thtto get more articulation. You mentiomed you would have go to Dana60 if larger tires. Not so. Look up RCV PERFORMANCE drive shafts for D44. Keeps clearance and just as strong as Dana60 withouy the added weight. Replaces U joints the U Joints thus removing the stress and allow you the true full articulation your upgarded rig is capable of. Lite Brite has a great video about it. It was my Jeep Specialty mechanic and lifelong Jeeper that told me about it and then i did further research. I am absolutely changing out my axle shafts. Just FYI what I have.... 21 JLUR. Thx, Pam✌️

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

ARS is by far trhe strongest roof rack to my knowledge. Thanks for the pointers.

@DaisyBelleJeepGirl 4 ай бұрын

@GoldensGoneWheelin thank you as well. You convinced me on the Adventure Labs cargo area system as well over the goose gear. I was back and forth on that decision. Was gonna go with the goose gear rear seat delete but now curious about the option you chose. Thx for great walkaround. Most of your choices were on my list as final Def or between 2 options. Keep the videos coming! ✌️

@Thexkidd 4 ай бұрын

I have the Cav Fab rear tire carrier. Holds up to a 40 and no hole by the hinges. I want to get the bead grips, but I don’t see how-12 is good enough backspacing for a 13.5 inch wide tire.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

I'll check out that Cav Fab tire carrier. I think the -12mm offset can be a bit decieving. The backspacing for the wheels is actually 4.75". I think the 701 may have been made specifically for the JK and JL.

@Thexkidd 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldensGoneWheelin I have a jk. I’ll look at the specs more carefully.

@Thexkidd 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldensGoneWheelin I did have the Aev tire carrier. It’s good too. It’s just if you want a bumper , you have to use there’s.

@iONsJeepingAdventures 4 ай бұрын

That last shot looks like ya need a 1” lift in the back on that last shot in the video keep them coming good content I’m starting the same

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Yeah, we have the 3.5" game changer, but we may look at using the Rocklander lift. Thanks for the feedback and good luck with your build.

@iONsJeepingAdventures 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldensGoneWheelin I’d do a 1” leveling kit cuz all the gear when loaded it looks low in back your ride quality will probably improve

@scratchnbell 4 ай бұрын

Is that thing Earl or White? Looked different in diffe shots

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

It is Earl. Yeah it looks different depending on the light. Sometimes white, and sometimes even light blue, but it's Earl. We dig the color.

@scratchnbell 4 ай бұрын

@@GoldensGoneWheelin Thinking seriously about trading my 21JLUR in Sarge for a 24 Earl. Sarge is a great color it just gets too hot in these Central Sierra summers.

@erinsears3122 8 күн бұрын

What type of front and back bumper is that? What brand?

@GoldensGoneWheelin 8 күн бұрын

Both front and back bumpers are from Metalcloak. They have different options for the JLs. The front has different options for end caps.

@moca_million 2 ай бұрын

Which manufacturer does this hinge step belong to?

@GoldensGoneWheelin Ай бұрын

Metalcloak.

@corey.morreale 3 ай бұрын

what mount is that for the gmrs antenna?

@GoldensGoneWheelin 3 ай бұрын

MICROMOBILE®MXTA23 ROLL BAR/MIRROR MOUNTING BRACKET

@ccwstraightshooter9761 4 ай бұрын

I live in Roseville. Where you guys at?

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Awesome, we are in EDH. Maybe we will see you on the trails someday.

@ccwstraightshooter9761 4 ай бұрын

Nice build. If you ever want to see some ridiculous remote hidden camp spots let me know. Tons between colfax and Truckee up the 80. Our crew keeps the great sites quiet.

@freeidaho-videos 4 ай бұрын

Bleeping Jeep Freedom Winch Line. No metal.

@GoldensGoneWheelin 4 ай бұрын

Yes! I wish I had found that Freedom Winch Line before I installed my line on the winch. I'm definitely going to that in the future.