Toss Out Your Jeep Gladiator's Rear Seats - We Have a Better Solution!
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- čas přidán 7. 01. 2020
- The diligent team at EPIC decides to toss out the rear seats of our shop Jeep Gladiator and replace them with the awesome Goose Gear platform solution! Check it out! It's Super Groovy!
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Showed this to my wife. She says, “how will we bring the kids?” Exactly, babe. Exactly.
Ha Ha Ha... too funny. My kids are in their early 20s now, so they can get their own damn Jeeps ;-)
Buhuhuhuauaaa!
@@EPIC-4WDtouché
Really tempted to get this for my two dogs! i rarely have even one passenger let alone 3. Just toss some blankets down for them to lay on and off adventuring!
It's what I did with my two TJ, I've got a giant lock box in it for storage but it's a nice flat space for my 2 dogs to lay down
I'm very glad you left the rear cupholders. Even with only two people sitting up front, there're never enough cup holders!
You can never have enough cup holders Rick. Never.
Rick
The rear cup holders is where you stash your beer can when you get pulled over ny a nosey cop. He'll never see it there. J/k. Don't drink and drive. Call an Uber or Lyft after leaving the bar.
Huge oversight to not put any tie-down points or optional hooks
Yes.
Ok, so I just got done installing the 60% version of the Goose Gear platform. The 60% works perfect for a medium size Labrador Retriever and you still have a seat in the back. Since today is St. Patrick's Day, my Ginger is at a bar drinking heavily and could not assist, so I had to fly solo. There were no instructions with the package so this video is what I used for guidance and I thought I could provide some supplemental information. There are two bolts which have to be removed to separate the seats along with the two small bolts on the decorative cap that covers the seat base. The seat will NOT come out unless the decorative cap is removed. Note two things when installing the four bolts which hold the platform in place. First, if you look through the holes prior to putting in the bolts you will see the ground which makes it essential to use anti-seize. Second, when installing the front bolt on the door side only snug this bolt. There is a gap between the platform and the hole where the bolt goes. If you over tighten it like I did you will hear a horrible crunching sound as the bolt starts to go through the platform. I made a spacer to fill the gap and like everything I work on I was then able to tighten it to 10,000,000 foot pounds of torque. Last, if you leave the side panels slightly loose you can slide them and make final adjustments to make sure nothing is binding or rubbing prior to tightening. I took my Jeep off road after installation and no rattles or annoying sounds from the installation. One thing I did notice is that with the seat removed the Alpine stereo sub-woofer is now exposed and it changes the acoustics. I can probably tune it up a bit using the equalizer. All and all me and my dog are quite satisfied with the purchase. A little pricey for what it is but it works!
Hi Vernon. Does your lab sit in a crate in the 60% section? I’m curious if I can fit a crate for mine with just the 60% section without hitting the other seat. Also, did you get the normal or the high platform? If you use a crate, what size? Thanks so much.
@@PaulPanus I have a 33"x26" bed which fits perfectly on top of the 60% platform. A crate at or less than this dimension should fit fine. I have the standard platform which elevates my 82lb. Lab just enough to safely put his head at window height. It really does work well for a dog and since it is lower than the seat he can jump in and out with little effort. Good luck, hope this helps.
@@vernondent6818 very helpful. Thanks very much.
OK guys do a very entertaining job of install... somebody like me can probably figure it out the way you guys explain it ... thank you... good work keep it up....
This awesome, added to my to do list on my JT. My wife is a Ginger, so that part is covered...
Excellent Doug! Having a Ginger is step one ;-)
Ginger ain't gonna be a happy camper by mornin.... no legroom
Thank you for your concern. We have passed your comment onto our HR department and they will review the Ginger's sleeping arrangements. Have a good day.
especially having to drive in a cramped no leg room cockpit
I will definitely look into this. Just traded my 18 JK two door in on a 21 Willys. First thing I did with JK was pull the back seat out.
Yeah, I'm driving a new EcoDiesel Gladiator and really really really miss this mod. Going to do it again with a twist ;-)
@@EPIC-4WD Went back and forth on the diesel. Ended up with the Willy's gas. What are you doing for mpg?
If you add a passenger seat delete so I could actually stretch out, sold!
Ha Ha! We should mention that to Goose Gear!
Now I just need to pick up a _"Ginger"_ tool before completing this install. Hopefully I can find a decent used one on Ebay because I've been told they're super expensive when buying new from the factory because they're back ordered for 9 months and it takes 8 - 12 years to have them properly calibrated.
I'm trading in my JL for a Gladiator and this was one of the 1st mods I was thinking about (with a few additional ideas for that area) I wasn't aware of anyone doing it professionally until now.. I'll see you guys in the spring :)
Sounds like a plan sir.
I bet you got a killing for you JL trade. My Civic Si went up $4k in value from the beginning of COVID to now, and there are so many deals on the Gladiator. So I pulled the trigger on a Rubi. Didn't see any JLUR on autotrader, and the ones at the dealership were not discounts much at all. They did sell a 4XE right in front of me which I didn't even know were for sale yet.
What is the weight rating for this? Seems like a great way to make a better standing/laying space for dogs.
Guy's am a dog trainer and you just made my day, soon as I get my new gladiator, I am ordering your kit
Are you putting a crate back there or can they roam freely?
@@TheRandompaint my dogs are free in the back, they like to stick their head out the window
@@canvet-8114 it's not too tall for them ? My lab usually stands on his legs and sticks his head out the window and I'm worried if it's too tall he won't be able to.
@@TheRandompaint my old dog is medium size and as to get on is rear legs to stick is head out, my mountain pyrinees is 150pd and she sticks her head out just sitting down, you need to velcro some carper on the platform because its sleepery for the dogs
@@canvet-8114 thanks for the info, I'll probably just make something out of wood that has a pullout ramp but I'll be sure to carpet it
This channel is informative AND funny, definitely subscribing immediately
Anyone that plans on doing a lot of serious Over-Landing with there Rubicon Jeep Wrangler or Jeep Gladiator definitely should invest in the Goose Gear Delete System. I think it’s a fantastic product!
May I ask that we take a moment and be grateful for all our ginger friends
Thank you Brandon.... Thank you.
@@EPIC-4WD
Ginger lives matter, too! 👨🦰👩🦰
"Your ginger..." OMG love it
Many would agree that the Ginger is likeable.
Now we need the kitchen for the Gladiator. When is the ginger installing one?
Great video as always guys.
Thanks.
Thanks Tony! We're working on building out the back with some cool things shortly. Stay tuned!
@@EPIC-4WD
V6 or EcoDiesel for this Gladiator?
That is pretty freakin sweet!!!
We Know Hey?!
I want this for my RAM 1500 so bad! I HATE my back seat. No kids for us.
Thanks! I need take it seats out...just take space
Nice job
Poor Ginger didn't even get a beer for his effort.
Fear not! The Ginger was fed an appropriate amount of food and drink prior to this install video!
Any plans for a jump seat in the future?
Get your ginger an ice cold beer, and then go put a link to your website in the description, so we don't accidentally buy lawn equipment, LOL.
Thank you for your sage advice sir.
Is the ginger available as a factory option, or does that require special assembly. Also what are the nutritional requirements for so Ginger to make sure it is adequately energized.
Thank you for your inquiry. The Ginger lives on beard cream and Tim Horton's Ice Caps. While the Ginger is not a factory option, you may rent our Ginger out at $150/hr. Thank you and good day.
any idea what the net weight savings gain is with the complete seat delete?
A little late to the party, but they are giving Gladiators away right now (Nov 2023) and looks like I'm going to be forced to take one at 30% below MSRP pretty loaded Freedom Edition and THIS is my first mod. I have dogs...big dogs. The back of the Gladiator has actually been a deterrent for me when I first thought about them a couple of years ago. YOU and your ginger have solved the problem. So, how do I find out more about these? I didn't see anything specific on your website but then again me and tech aren't terribly friendly.
Looks like CNC on particle board. I could be wrong. Metal would be better option along with some tie downs. Nice fitment though.
Hi Peter, we believe it is Russian Birch Wood from Germany. It's super strong and can handle temperatures, etc. Especially with the linex coating.
Can't argue that one, well done.
With the seats out and the goose gear seat delete installed, what is the length and width footprint of functional floor space?
@epicadventureoutfitters how much room do you think you gained? I have 2 black labs that like the back seat of my crew cab f150. really looking at the gladiator to replace it.
What happened to the tray for the bolts when removing doors and top sections? Did it come out with the seats?
Hey Dale! Yes, the little tray for the bolts could stay in there, but it would be difficult to reach underneath the Goose Gear platform. We plan on putting back the 40% seat and leaving the 60% delete, therefore that little tray would stay under the 40% seat section.
Any thoughts if the Goose Gear box that holds the cooler with the slide out trade would fit back there I know you would probably need to raise it up off the seat delete floor so the cooler wouldn’t hit the sides of the door when it slides out. I’m trying to find away to carry an electric cooler without carrying it in the bed and covering it in dust.
Goose Gear's working on something like that... stay tuned!
Would it be a good idea to sound deaden the rear area before installation? Any chance to rid yourself of road noise is good.
Yes and it’s very easy. I did my entire Jeep JLU in a full weekend with the help of two friends. Removed all the interior with the exception of the dash and center console. Dynamat extreme on everything and then a layer of 1/8” dynaliner. I then added another layer of 1/4” dynaliner on the larger flat areas to give ultimate coverage. Capped it off with hotheads headliner and added 1/8” dynaliner to the doors and the Jeep is as quiet as a Cadillac Escalade now.
What is the size of the inverted socket which is used to remove the seats?
This could be used for a standing platform to access the bed rack in your Diy camper?
Sure, why not. It's quite sturdy.
That’s badass
Thanks Roger!
Best truck glad
The audio doesn’t work for me but since it’s split, does that mean I could have half a back seat and half a “safe”?
Yes, you can do either the 40% or 60% or the whole back seat.
What socket size is used for the reversed torque set?
what the? you can sleep in the back if you curl your legs up into an embryo position? I thought it would be something to do with utilising the bed at the back of the truck.
If I don’t have a ginger, can I rent one? And if so what are daily, or hourly rates?🧑🦰
Hello Buck. We thank you for your Ginger inquiry. Our Ginger is certainly available for rent and/or lease. The daily rate is $1,000/day which is mainly due to his charming personality, food and drink intake and complementary Tattoo service.
@@EPIC-4WD But...how many souls do you have to feed him?? Gonna jack up the cost a bit, methinks.
@@MrAcuta73 Hey hey.... let's keep the souls thing on the down low please. Not something we talk about in public.
Do you know the height from the platform to the ceiling?
Wish the WK2 had this as something also
Sell the WK2 and get a Jeep instead of driving around in a unibody car.
So does this come with a Ginger or is that sold separately?
Lots of respect for Ginger from Pakistan.
Thank you sir!
This video is ginger approved
It certainly is!
Could you store and run your fridge from the platform?
You bet!
What are those boards made out of, I hope they are not pressboard or particleboard. I would prefer plywood myself.
I believe the wood is Russian Birch from Germany. Used in boat building, etc. Good for various temps and humidity.
Do you guys build these for crew cab pickups?
Take a look at Goose-Gear.com for all the products they make. Cheers!
Is there a rear wall replacement yet? It takes up so much room!
Don't think a back wall is in the plans, but yes it would be nice to get an additional few inches.
Hey guys what is that rack on top of the gladiator roof? You guys carry that item ?
That is the EVO MFG Half-Cab Rack, made out of Aluminum. And yes we carry this product.
So how does this hold up if you get caught out in a heavy thunderstorm with the top off?
Russian Birch Wood with LineX coating, should be fine. We've had our Goose Gear stuff get wet and dirty lots of times without issue. It's not made for outdoor use, but if it gets wet once in awhile, I'm sure it's fine.
All goose gear is way over priced, made the same thing for a fraction of the price. Glad I took wood shop in high school lol. ,
We've had many of our clients make some cool setups fo'shizzle. Message us a few pics of your setup!
@@EPIC-4WD I'm heading to the next expo. But ok when its totally complete. I have everything out rt now and laying sound dentaner, and the installing bedtred, and then adding some side storage that go all the way up the back windows. Wife wanted more storage and I needed better protection from our German shepherds And hopefully in April I'm ordering a Ursa minor for it.
Sounds cool! We'll be at Overland Expo West and NW Overland Rally this year. Maybe we'll hookup and check out your progress. Cheers!
A pop filter would do you nicely.
What's a kit like this cost?
How much is the ginger for rent because I don't have one and I'm a small stature person .....this will take a while
does anyone know what size the seat bolts are?
Can u set up a bed
I don't see the kit on the website? is it still offered? what's the cost?
If you're in Canada, our shop shows Goose Gear. If you're in the USA, hit up their goose gear website to find a dealer near you!
SO TEMPTING ro install these, but then car seats aren't an option LOL
Yeah, but the kids go in the bed ;-)
Epic Adventure Outfitters now that’s pretty funny, love the video. Thanks. Keep it coming!
Can this be done without a Ginger? Because I don't have one.
You may attempt this without a Ginger, but your mileage may vary ;-)
Ok. But what if I don't have a Ginger?
I have some ginger friends so should be easy
You are a lucky man indeed to have access to Gingers so readily ;-)
Epic Adventure Outfitters indeed! Many migrated to northern Canada lol
No link to the equipment?
Goose-Gear.com
@@EPIC-4WD I could not buy directly from them. I got mine from aventuron.com .
*Ginger NOT included
Thanks Klaus!
*me looking how to take the plastic off the back of the inside of the body tub, finds this video* Ohh thats neat. *buys it.*
wait.. damit.
What if a ginger is watching
moorechez67 poor gingers.
Gingers don't like to watch
Looks like dogs would have a very hard time with this as far as getting traction.
Nobody would just throw them back there without laying something down. Both for the dog's traction and for not scratching it all up.
@@StevenZagaris You give teh human race too much credit. LOL
@@mefobiajeep9866 true...remember when Mitt Romney caught all that heat for saying he tied the dog and kennel to the top of his car? It killed his election. That and "binders full of women" lol
Gingers can do it all!!!
Your ginger 😆
Yeah ok
Ginger not included
You didn’t show a lot of steps
Just why
Not my thing - got a wife and two kids but cool.
I have a wife, 2 kids, 4 cats and a dog. I still removed the rear seats ;-)
I'll throw my jeep out keep the seats and that panel k
So let me get this straight. You have a 4 door jeep that seats 5 people, from factory , and you want to turn it into a 2 seater, with 4 doors still? Why?! Why not just buy a 2 door jeep, then remove the rear seats? It makes so much more sense.
2 door jeeps FTW!! 😄 🖖
Hey hey there. Take about 20% off there bud! Just kidding - yeah, we love 2 door jeeps and have owned and built many. Depends on the intended use of your Jeep. This Gladiator is our support truck, so it's carrying lots of weight, gear and fuel for our team for our deep forest excursions up in Northern BC. Send us a pic of your 2 door for us to check out. Cheers!
For me this is a great option for the dogs. Having a flat space in the back for the rather large impact crates is great. No, they don't go in the bed.
Secure bay for hauling bicycles on adventures!
Two-door jeeps are very nice but that gladiator has 100 times much more cargo space
Or fill it up with bricks of coke 😂😂😂😂
Ssssssshhhhhh!
Overpriced
Replace one junk for the other
I bought a 60% and 40% delete after watching several positive CZcams videos. Avoid this product - it's absolute garbage. It doesn't fit, the manufacturing quality is terrible (plastic peeling, improperly installed T hardware, pieces that don't fit).
This is an insanely expensive product you'll end up tossing in a dumpster. Save yourself the headache and don't by from Goose Gear.
🤣🤣🤣
Even better! Toss out the gladiator and get a better truck that doesn't look like a turd
We thank you for your comment sir. We would gladly upgrade our Gladiator to another truck that offers a better solution (towing, gas mileage, off-road capability). Actually wait!!!! We are... Gladiator EcoDiesel incoming shortly ;-)
@@EPIC-4WD oh yeah!
How about we toss you out?🤣🫡