by Matt Konkle
Managing Editor
The days are getting shorter, the calendar is growing thinner and somehow, you are saying to yourself, the holiday season is here once again. And with time running out, you may have no idea what to get that special Jeep enthusiast on your gift list.
Sure, you can grab a Quadratec Gift Card, and there is nothing wrong with that, but you actually do have time to find a great product while still keeping to whatever budget you've set for the season.
Jeep gifts can run anywhere from the smallest of items to brighten someone’s driving experience to the most ultimate of parts that could help prevent all kinds of trail issues.
Things like practical upgrades to fun, Jeep-customizing swag — there’s something for every kind of Jeep lover waiting to be unwrapped.
So, as the season grows ever closer, we present our 11th annual holiday gift guide.
Under $25
TacTik Universal Cup Holder Phone Mount
If that special person on your Jeep holiday list is someone who usually just tosses his or her phone into the cupholder, or the passenger seat, or tries to balance it somewhere on the dash, then this TacTik Cup Holder Phone Mount is the perfect solution.
Its universal mounting system means it slides into almost any cup holder and adjusts to clamp down a variety of smartphones — all for a secure, perfect attachment that doesn’t require a lot of fiddling before it works correctly.
Plus, it includes a 360-degree swivel base so someone can point their device’s display in whichever direction they want.
Res-Q Tire Deflators
Because four is better than one.
That is the easiest way to describe why these small things that latch onto each tire valve stem are important.
When someone takes their vehicle off-roading, it is essential they lower the air pressure in each tire. And, so, many people take out a tire deflator device just as soon as they reach the trailhead.
However, most of those devices are a single unit that slowly moves from tire to tire, removing that air. Eating up minutes better spent doing other preparation things.
These Res-Q deflators come in a set of four and easily attach to each tire all at once. So that time spent normally deflating one tire now does all four.
Plus, that enthusiast on your gift list can set each deflator to a final deflated pressure amount — removing the guesswork on when to stop.
Simple. Efficient. Practical.
Paracord Grab Handles
Unless you own a Jeep, you may not realize it sits higher than most other vehicles. And it especially sits higher if someone has added larger tires and some kind of lift.
So, having something to grab when entering or exiting the Jeep simply makes things a lot easier. This is even more important if your gift recipient has older family members or younger kids who ride in the vehicle.
Paracord grab handles for a Jeep, depending on the year, either Velcro around the roll cage or bolt into factory mounting positions for a secure, reliable fitment.
And because paracord is a superior, durable material, it won’t fray away or easily break like other handles over time.
TacTik Grab Bar Tray
Finding additional storage spots inside a Jeep is something every owner understands.
So when it comes to smaller items that can easily slide off a seat or take up valuable cupholder real estate, the TacTik Grab Bar Tray is an excellent choice.
This tray smoothly slides into the space behind the grab bar and tucks into place without any drilling or adhesive. Things like candy, change, smart device cords, and perhaps even a 10mm torx bolt all fit into the new storage space and are readily available whenever your gift recipient needs something stowed.
Under $50
Adventure Side Mirrors
You’ve probably heard those Jeep enthusiasts on your holiday gift list talk about how great it is to remove their vehicle’s top during warmer days.
Some may even speak about taking off their Jeep’s doors as well. An entire open cabin is amazing, they may say.
Well, what they may not say is how their Jeep’s mirrors also come off with the doors. And that can be a problem in most places across the country.
To prevent this from becoming a larger issue, TacTik’s Adventure Mirror lineup makes a great holiday gift.
These mirrors, available in a square or round head, simply slide into the upper door hinge pin and tighten with a wrench. They also include nylon washers so paint isn’t marred during installation or removal.
The best part, though, is your Jeep-loving gift recipient will be able to remain legal while enjoying fun, open cabin driving.
Quadratec Stubby Antenna
We get it. A new antenna may not seem like a neat, fun gift for a Jeep lover.
But look beyond the actual product idea, and you’ll see all kinds of benefits.
A Jeep’s factory antenna mast is metal and extends almost up past the vehicle’s roof, exposing it to damage from low-hanging tree branches, trips through a car wash, or when someone takes the Jeep off-road and has to go off-camber through tight obstacles.
Believe us when we say the factory antenna can easily bend or snap under the right conditions.
This stubby antenna, on the other hand, only extends up near the top of the mirror, so it is much better protected from potential damage. Additionally, it contains a static-reducing copper winding under its black waterproof covering that helps with crisp, clear audio quality.
Quadratec Rain Proof Storage Bag
A Jeep’s rear cargo area usually finds itself as a catch-all spot for much of a Jeep owner’s needs. And most of the time, it is fine. However, when the top comes off, this entire area is exposed to the elements.
Some people choose to remove all that cargo stuff, but that can be time-consuming and impractical.
So sending them a good, roomy, waterproof storage bag makes much more sense.
The Quadratec Rain Proof Storage bag has space enough for just about anyone’s cargo needs and keeps these items well shielded from Mother Nature.
We’ve utilized this bag ourselves on many long-distance trips in our JTe Gladiator, as the bag comes with tie-down straps that easily secure the thing into place.
We’re sure whoever is on your holiday gift list will appreciate the benefits of this bag as well.
Quadratec Entry Guards
Despite anyone’s best efforts, a Jeep’s paint will scratch over time. And nowhere is that more apparent than in the lower door sill guard area.
Just the constant wear of getting in and out of the vehicle can put a lot of stress on that location, not to mention the additional chance of scratches or gouges from mud, dirt, or rocks if the vehicle goes off-road.
Sure, your holiday gift recipient could just deal with that issue, but why not help him or her out with some Quadratec Entry Guards to protect the area from abuse?
These injection molded thermoplastic guards cover pretty much the entire lower sill of the driver and passenger side and are also available in a four-pack for those with Unlimited Wranglers.
Each one attaches with 3M adhesive for quick installation and can be easily cleaned off with soap and water.
Under $100
Jeep Dead Pedal
Adding comfort to someone’s everyday driving experience. That’s a top takeaway about Quadratec’s Jeep Dead Pedal. A simple-to-install product that absolutely provides the most creature comfort for anyone with an automatic transmission Wrangler.
Basically, this stainless steel dead pedal fills the gap between the brake and sidewall, providing your gift recipient a handy spot to place their left foot for better comfort and drivability. It may not seem like much, but it is something definitely noticed on longer drives. Additionally, the non-slip surface is designed to ensure a quality grip in all weather conditions.
Installation is straightforward and simple, and those on your gift list will not have to do any drilling or other modification to the Jeep as the pedal bolts into factory-provided mounts.
Res-Q Recovery Boards
When you drive around long enough in different conditions like snowy, nasty weather, or hard rain that turns the ground into a muddy mess, just about everyone will most likely have some type of traction issue.
Even with four-wheel-drive, that Jeep owner on your holiday list will, too. And when a vehicle gets stuck, it seems like things only get worse by hitting the accelerator and causing tires to dig into a spot where something else is needed to find freedom.
Something like a good set of Res-Q Recovery Boards — which is why they make solid gifts for anyone on your holiday list. Or even you as these things are not vehicle specific.
Unlike stuff such as cat litter, which can mix up in the sand, snow or mud and lose effectiveness, traction ramps help dig into the obstruction and then can be set down so tires find the purchase they need. The boards are normally engineered with a heavy-duty polymer for long-lasting durability and come with either plastic or metal nibs to ensure a solid grip and extended durability.
Softbond Cab Cover
A Jeep Cab Cover may feel like just a summer-type item, and they certainly do have their place in warmer months when tops are constantly off, but they also are excellent protective items in the winter.
For those on your holiday list, this item eliminates worry when there is rain in the forecast and that soft or hardtop is unavailable in spring, summer or fall. It also keeps stuff like dust, pollen or tree leaves out of the Jeep. During the winter, these covers make excellent shields between a Jeep and ice or snow.
These simple-to-use soft covers are weather-resistant and can be quickly thrown over the Jeep and then secured down with straps or a cable kit. That way, the cover won’t blow away or somehow get loose and expose the cabin.
Then, when the storm clears, it can simply detach, get shaken to remove water or debris, and be stored away.
Delrin Door Hinge Bushings
Depending on how well you know Jeep lovers on your holiday gift list, you may have heard them mention how hard it is to remove Jeep doors. Especially for those with somewhat older vehicles.
Corrosion in the factory door pin metal bushing can make it nearly impossible without significant assistance. Even if the doors somehow come off, they can still be difficult to reinstall unless time is spent cleaning up and smoothing out the area.
Well, these Delrin door hinge bushings can’t help with door removal, but once those doors are off, the new bushings can slide into each pin and make all future installations or removals much easier.
These things are engineered from DuPont Delrin polymer, so they will never rust. Plus, they are precision machined for a snug, secure fit into the door pin, allowing a smooth openings and closures.
Under $200
Superchips Flashcal+
Cash may be king for most people, but for Jeep owners, customization is king. That ability to turn their vehicles into something different and with specifications exactly how they want definitely brings lots of enjoyment.
And for anyone on your holiday gift list who has already made custom modifications like larger wheels and tires, or suspension lift kits, or wants to tune their Jeep, then Superchips offers an excellent device called the Flashcal+ to further that customization.
This small calibration tool plugs directly into a Jeep’s OBDII port and allows significant adjustment control of things like tire pressure sensors, daytime running lamps, speedometer adjustment after installation of larger tires, gear ration settings, engine idle speed, lighting configuration, blind spot detection, locker control, ABS reset, stop/start disable, and plenty more.
It even functions as a code reader, with the ability to display any vehicle trouble codes as well as the option to clear them if needed.
QR3 Jeep Side Steps
It doesn’t matter if it is a weekend on the trails or just a trip to the local grocery store, unprotected sides of a Jeep can scrape up quickly from errant tree branch strikes, rocks kicked up by a vehicle in another lane, or even runaway shopping carts.
It just happens, no matter how carefully that Jeep owner on your holiday list tries to handle the environment.
The solution is simple. Rather than just leaving the door area exposed, send them some bolt-on QR3 Side Steps. It will give them an excellent shield against all those potential dangers, and its step area certainly makes it easier to get in and out of the vehicle.
These steps offer a long-lasting textured black finish that blends neatly with other accessories on the vehicle and is engineered with thick, durable steel that pretty much ensures protection against most types of objects that want to harm Jeep doors.
Plus, they bolt into factory-provided mounting locations, so even if that Jeep owner has limited mechanical ability, they’ll be able to handle this installation with simple shop tools.
Quadratec LED Fog Lights
Those white-tinged headlights you see from oncoming vehicles are something that has swept through the automotive industry over the past decade.
LED headlights. Powerful lighting that increases visibility without adding a power draw.
Well, for that Jeep lover on your holiday list, they could also benefit from swapping out their fog lights for this same kind of LED version.
Quadratec Fog Lights are simple, plug-and-play replacements of the factory halogen version, meaning there is no additional wiring or other installation issues that need attention.
Each light sits inside a protective die-cast housing and uses two high-powered LEDs to help disburse light in a distinct, wide pattern — perfect in difficult weather conditions, or when road conditions warrant.
Quadratec Door Hanger
How well do you know those Jeep owners on your holiday gift list?
If that answer is pretty well, then you’ll also know how often they take their doors off the vehicle during warmer months.
And if that answer is a lot, then a very thoughtful gift is the Quadratec Door Hanger.
This hanger ensures those metal Jeep doors sit up and away from danger as long as they are off the Jeep. This way, there is no chance of scratching, gouging, or even glass breakage. And the hanger can be mounted inside a garage, storage room, basement, or wherever there is a spot that has space.
Additionally, each hanger is infused with a black powder coating for corrosion resistance, and constructed with 16-gauge steel for the strength needed to keep those doors in place.
Then, when ready, the doors can simply pull off the mounting pins and reinstalled to the Jeep in moments.
Ultimate Products
Bestop Sunrider for Hardtop
If someone on your holiday gift list owns a Jeep Wrangler with a hardtop, ask them in passing conversation how they get along with the front Freedom panels.
You’ll most likely receive a shrug and a reply that they aren’t really difficult to pull off, but a pain to manage when it comes to handling and storage.
If so, then you’ll know that the Bestop Sunrider for Hardtop is the ideal gift this season.
This product replaces the front Freedom panels with a secure, texture fabric (sailcloth or twill) that latches into the front windshield frame, and can be easily detached and folded back when desired. All without leaving the vehicle.
Essentially, it acts just like the front section of any modern Jeep factory soft top.
This makes it super easy to open up the cab and enjoy warm weather driving without worrying about damage or storage issues with the Freedom panels.
Additionally, it arrives assembled and mounts to factory locations without any drilling, and is fully waterproof.
Diver Down Neoprene Seat Covers
A Jeep’s seats put up with more hassle than just about any other type of vehicle’s seating. Whenever that soft top is down, or the hardtop is off, those seats can be assaulted by weather, the sun, or other things like mud and sand. And even though the top may stay on during winter months, all that snow, slush, mud and whatever can easily hitch a ride into the vehicle as well.
So, protective seat covering should be right up there for any Jeep enthusiast on your holiday gift list.
And soft, absorbent neoprene covers make an excellent choice.
These Diver Down covers are available in several different color choices, and that spongy material clings nicely to each seat, providing a solid shield against rain, snow, mud, or whatever.
This protection extends the seat’s lifespan for years, no matter if they are leather or cloth.
Should any of the covers get too dirty, they quickly detach with hook and loop fasteners, and can be machine-washed back to cleanliness.
Also, with available Diver Down UV Protectant Spray, anyone can keep these covers looking showroom new even if the Jeep’s top is left off for a while during warmer months.
Stealth Generation 2 Interior Light Bar
It’s a light bar. On the inside of the Jeep.
Yup. The Stealth Interior Light Bar has been a top seller for years, and now it is even better with the introduction of our Generation 2 Light Bar.
For that Jeep owner on your holiday list, this means they can add auxiliary lighting on their Jeep without having to put up with additional wind noise or aerodynamic drag. It also eliminates bulky brackets that could get caught up on tree branches or other obstacles when off-roading.
It provides white or amber lighting options depending on driving conditions, and is a direct bolt-on application that wires into the back side of the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
Additionally, the Generation 2 bar features an improved seal to reduce light bleed, as well as a higher lumen output for extended long-range visibility.
TacTik 9-Inch LED Headlights
We said it before about LED lighting: it really has made its mark in the automotive industry over the past decade. And now these things have become more affordable than ever. As well as reliable.
TacTik’s 9-inch LED Headlights take this idea and evolve it even further — offering white halo rings for a daytime running light and amber rings for parking/turn signal lights, besides the primary LED lighting function.
Basically, for your holiday gift recipient, TacTik’s LED lights increase their vehicle’s forward lighting power. However, these lights draw less amperage, so those who also utilize other high-draw accessories will love this product.
They also spit out nearly 6,000 lumens of light at high beam, as well as 3,000 lumens at low beam, are IP67 waterproof rated for durability and provide a 50,000 hour lifespan.
One thing to remember though. While these lights offer a simple plug-and-play installation into the factory location, make sure to tell your gift recipient to adjust those headlights once installed to get the most out of the product.
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