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Getting fresh rubber on your rig is easily one of the most satisfying steps in any build, but doing it right takes more than just bolting up bigger wheels at the tire shop. I recently wrapped up step one of transforming my Willys Wrangler EcoDiesel into a trail-dominating machine by stepping up to Kenda Klever 35x10.5x17 tires mounted on heavy-duty Black Rock 997 Type 8 steel wheels.

A successful MetalCloak steering system install is about more than just beefy parts; it’s about restoring the steering geometry and eliminating the "cumulative slop" we’ve been researching. As we found with the upper control arms, every pivot point matters.

When you’re fighting the dreaded "Death Wobble," most people focus entirely on the front end. However, you can’t have a rock-solid front end without a stable rear. Installing a heavy-duty Jeep Gladiator Rear Track Bar is one of the easiest ways to start your teardown and build-up process.