Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The best body protection you can give your Jeep Gladiator is a proper set of rocker guards. I've actually had great luck with the factory Rubicon sliders. However, moving up to 42-inch-tall tires, I knew it was time to make the switch to something more substantial under the Jeep. In this video, I will dive into what I got and why along with the pros and cons of my new setup.

Nitto Trail Grappler: nittotire.com/light-truck-tires/trail-grappler-mud-terrain-light-truck-tire

Turn Offroad Step Sliders: turnoffroad.com/products/jeep-jt-gladiator-rock-slider-steps-with-frame-mount-system-2020-2025

00:00 Introduction
00:15 Body mounted vs frame mounted sliders
01:53 Turn Offroad Step Slider Install
04:17 Performance Review
05:40 Damage
08:25 Pros and Cons

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