Expedition Master III
- 10,785
- First Name
- Ethan
- Last Name
- Newago
- Member #
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30968
- Service Branch
- US Army
I don't know what came over me. Is that a good way to start a build thread? 
I really don't stick with my builds too long and the bug finally bit me. About a month ago I was searching for the new Ranger Raptor but ended up falling for a 2024 GMC Canyon. As far as building rigs goes, I typically prefer the base model. While I love the look and perks that come with a Rubicon for example, my Gladiator was a Sport that could (and did!) throw down with the big dogs any day.
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator: my most recent build sponsored by Real Truck (and some other brands).
And my new 2024 GMC Canyon: Currently partnered with Method Race Wheels!
Not these wheels though, this is shortly after I brought it home.
I really fell in love with the look of this new 3rd gen. truck, and the accessories/features are admittedly way nicer than my previous Jeeps. I will miss being able to stuff 37"s on, but this new build won't be needing to crawl anything (I hope!). Which brings me to my next new challenge, I went with the 2WD Elevation trim w/rear locker. As I built the Gladiator, my motivation shifted away from having a rig for tough trails and crawling and into a tool - which is why I joined Overland Bound. But it was bittersweet, because I had done so much to the Gladiator it was almost counterproductive to have so much armor weighing me down. So instead of swapping bumpers etc. back to stock I decided to start fresh altogether. I don't foresee the 2WD becoming an issue as my intent is to use this truck as my "get there" rig and purchase a nice used dual-sport as my adventure toy. But we'll see what actually happens...
I've been making quick work as the season has already started and warm weather is no longer a distant future! In the first few weeks I added a few simple accessories,
- Graphics, sponsored by DO Designs right here in NJ
- Some beautiful floor mats and seat covers, sponsored respectively by TuxMat and Seat Cover Solutions
- Redline Tuning hood struts
- AVS window visors
- Tinted the rear half 20% on top of the factory smoked glass
And OH MY, look at the box the TuxMat comes in - I love companies that go the extra mile in little ways like this:
On order I have a Victory 4x4 molle panel for the front end of the bed and a set of Falken Rubitrek A/Ts, it was so sad ordering 32"s. That's it for this post, I'll keep you all updated! I'm excited for a brand new adventure.
I really don't stick with my builds too long and the bug finally bit me. About a month ago I was searching for the new Ranger Raptor but ended up falling for a 2024 GMC Canyon. As far as building rigs goes, I typically prefer the base model. While I love the look and perks that come with a Rubicon for example, my Gladiator was a Sport that could (and did!) throw down with the big dogs any day.
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator: my most recent build sponsored by Real Truck (and some other brands).
And my new 2024 GMC Canyon: Currently partnered with Method Race Wheels!
Not these wheels though, this is shortly after I brought it home.
I really fell in love with the look of this new 3rd gen. truck, and the accessories/features are admittedly way nicer than my previous Jeeps. I will miss being able to stuff 37"s on, but this new build won't be needing to crawl anything (I hope!). Which brings me to my next new challenge, I went with the 2WD Elevation trim w/rear locker. As I built the Gladiator, my motivation shifted away from having a rig for tough trails and crawling and into a tool - which is why I joined Overland Bound. But it was bittersweet, because I had done so much to the Gladiator it was almost counterproductive to have so much armor weighing me down. So instead of swapping bumpers etc. back to stock I decided to start fresh altogether. I don't foresee the 2WD becoming an issue as my intent is to use this truck as my "get there" rig and purchase a nice used dual-sport as my adventure toy. But we'll see what actually happens...
I've been making quick work as the season has already started and warm weather is no longer a distant future! In the first few weeks I added a few simple accessories,
- Graphics, sponsored by DO Designs right here in NJ
- Some beautiful floor mats and seat covers, sponsored respectively by TuxMat and Seat Cover Solutions
- Redline Tuning hood struts
- AVS window visors
- Tinted the rear half 20% on top of the factory smoked glass
And OH MY, look at the box the TuxMat comes in - I love companies that go the extra mile in little ways like this:
On order I have a Victory 4x4 molle panel for the front end of the bed and a set of Falken Rubitrek A/Ts, it was so sad ordering 32"s.
That's it for this post, I'll keep you all updated! I'm excited for a brand new adventure.
