Fender Chop/split Worth it or a Mess?

[BamaJeep]

For those that ordered the AAL inner fender liners, did you also get the Basic Rivet Nut Installation kit? I see it as a suggested item to add. Is it required for the install and do you need more than one for the whole project?

edit - yes yes I probably should just click the Chat now button…..

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[Terrymo]

I just purchased this kit recently and the manual nutsert tool was not included. You only need one, but I already had this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003TODXQW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
If you have future mods or minor fab in your future I would at a minimum get a nutsert tool from Harbor Freight.

 

[BamaJeep]

Thanks. I just placed an order with AAL for the liners. Will definitely look into getting a proper nutsert tool now.

 

[yokramer]

For those that ordered the AAL inner fender liners, did you also get the Basic Rivet Nut Installation kit? I see it as a suggested item to add. Is it required for the install and do you need more than one for the whole project?

edit - yes yes I probably should just click the Chat now button…..

100% buy a real rivnut tool, you WILL eventually damage the nuts/bolts used in the AAL "tool"

 

[BamaJeep]

It arrived today! Got the one @Terrymo recommended above. Thanks guys!

 

[jeepingib]

I used to do a lot of work on HMMWVs and have a hydraulic rivnut tool. I haven't even used it for myself yet. But I did do a set of fenders on a buddy's JK. Took maybe an hour for all 4 fenders.

 

[svc707]

I have both Quake fender chops and Metalcloak Gutz delete kits and would go MC again. I’ve had to replace the quakes too under partial warranty if they go out again I’m getting another set of MC. The LED are brighter and no warning light issues on dash

 

[Jay 13]

I have both Quake fender chops and Metalcloak Gutz delete kits and would go MC again. I’ve had to replace the quakes too under partial warranty if they go out again I’m getting another set of MC. The LED are brighter and no warning light issues on dash

So with the quakes you are/were getting warning light issues on the dash?

anyone else also care to share that has exercise with the quake lights

 

[svc707]

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So with the quakes you are/were getting warning light issues on the dash?

anyone else also care to share that has exercise with the quake lights

Yes, even with tazer trying the different steps to eliminate the fast blinker. I have the front signal inop warning, fast blink on dash but blinks normal outside

 

[Jay 13]

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Yes, even with tazer trying the different steps to eliminate the fast blinker. I have the front signal inop warning, fast blink on dash but blinks normal outside

Were your OEM ones halogen or LED?

Also does this make a difference? If not are the AAL’s free of this issue or even the rugged ridge version for anyone who knows.

 

[svc707]

Were your OEM ones halogen or LED?

Also does this make a difference? If not are the AAL’s free of this issue or even the rugged ridge version for anyone who knows.

Factory led on the gladiator with quakes have the issues. But wrangler had factory halogen running the metalcloak have zero issues

 

[2nd 392]

Still Waiting for these they made a point of being “50 state legal” from the concept

 

[3TV]

I was in St. George, UT today, so I stopped at American Adventure Labs and talked to them in person, and looked at their products that were installed on a JL and a JT. Their fender chop and inner fenders look to be super quality items to me. They have a new 2.0 version of their fender light that has an LED light change that is more durable, and a wiring change that eliminates the "bulb out" warning on the dash. The new version will start shipping in December. I plan on getting a set.

I also looked at their M.A.S.S. Cargo Shelf. I wanted to see it in person and confirm it was a solid shelf and that it wouldn't rattle. I was impressed and came home and ordered one from their website.

 

[BamaJeep]

Finally got around to installing my front liners and headlights. Going to do the rear another weekend. A little challenging since working with two different manufacturers but got it done.

 

[JINO]

I have a fender chop kit, from offroad elements. Waiting for the weather to get cool before installing it.
I HATE the look of flat fenders or aftermarket fenders.

But I'm guessing I need to get a set of inner fenders. Looking for some that don't look like they belong on the batmobile.

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