What did you do TO your Jeep JL today?

[WillDo559]

Quick question. So, you cut the inner fender liners up until the outer part that shows on the outside of the fender? Or is it 2 separate pieces?

I ask because I think the fenders look too flimsy chopped fully & the outer portion of the underside of the fenders gives it a more complete look.

This is what I intend on doing when I get my Quake LED slim light kit in, but may want to add the Motobilt inner fenders to it while maintaining the outer portion of the inner fender:

Quick question. So, you cut the inner fender liners up until the outer part that shows on the outside of the fender? Or is it 2 separate pieces?

I ask because I think the fenders look too flimsy chopped fully & the outer portion of the underside of the fenders gives it a more complete look.

This is what I intend on doing when I get my Quake LED slim light kit in, but may want to add the Motobilt inner fenders to it while maintaining the outer portion of the inner fender:

I removed the plastic inner fenders completely, it's held in place by a couple bolts and clips. The artec inner fenders are two pieces each side. Seems pretty solid, I think the motobilt one is similar. They could have had better instructions, but it wasn't too bad in the end. Now I know how to install nutserts.. after I broke one.

 

[WhyUMad]

I removed the plastic inner fenders completely, it's held in place by a couple bolts and clips. The artec inner fenders are two pieces each side. Seems pretty solid, I think the motobilt one is similar. They could have had better instructions, but it wasn't too bad in the end. Now I know how to install nutserts.. after I broke one.

The part I was referring to is circled in red. You don’t have to remove that piece to remove the rest of the inner fender, or did you trim it up to a certain point in the fender well?

I attached a pic of a different inner fender removal & circled the area where that trim piece is gone.

I ask because I wanted to do inner fenders & also maintain the fender flare plastic trim as well.

 

[WillDo559]

The part I was referring to is circled in red. You don’t have to remove that piece to remove the rest of the inner fender, or did you trim it up to a certain point in the fender well?

I attached a pic of a different inner fender removal & circled the area where that trim piece is gone.

I ask because I wanted to do inner fenders & also maintain the fender flare plastic trim as well.

Ah got you, no trimming. Had to pop off 3 clips circled in green. Popped them back in but looks like one fell off. If I did it over, I probably would have gone with motobilt since I have their tag location kit. I didn't go with motobilt because it involved nutserts.. well so did the artec.. motobilt stuff is packaged so well it's crazy. My artec fenders wasn't damaged at all, but it wasn't very well packed and plus I was missing all nuts so I had to go buy some during the install. I really like the dv8 version but that was like $100 more. I got the artec ones on amazon for $176. So far pretty happy with them, now I'm just deciding what color to paint them.

 

[WhyUMad]

Ah got you, no trimming. Had to pop off 3 clips circled in green. Popped them back in but looks like one fell off. If I did it over, I probably would have gone with motobilt since I have their tag location kit. I didn't go with motobilt because it involved nutserts.. well so did the artec.. motobilt stuff is packaged so well it's crazy. My artec fenders wasn't damaged at all, but it wasn't very well packed and plus I was missing all nuts so I had to go buy some during the install. I really like the dv8 version but that was like $100 more. I got the artec ones on amazon for $176. So far pretty happy with them, now I'm just deciding what color to paint them.

Awesome! Yeah, I just put on Motobilt’s tag relocation kit with their front & rear bumpers as well. So, I figure I should stick with that them because 1) I hate labels/logos/etc. on my stuff & it seems everyone stamps them on their product nowadays 2) Their logos aren’t all that obnoxious on their products 3) I’m anal about that stuff & don’t want 50 dif brands on it.

Honestly, most of the inner fender kits I’ve seen look good. You can’t go wrong really, but Artec would be my first choice if I didn’t have Motobilt stuff already on my Jeep. I greatly appreciate your input though. Adds more parts that I need (well, want) to get now for my Jeep.

 

[Medsker]

You can put 37 inch tires on stock Rubi wheels? I thought 35 inch was the largest size that would fit...

According to BFGoodrich a 12.50" wide wheel should mount on a 8.5"-11" wheel. Most 35" and 37" tires are 12.50 wide. Talking with the dealer we decided to go stock wheels (7.5" wide) with spacers at least for the time being. They have done this many times before and have never had a problem. The spacers are 2". I've lowered the psi to 34 right now and still feel it could go lower. I don't want to get into the tpms yelling at me so I'm not sure how much lower I can go but I'll keep going down by 2 psi untill I hit the alarm. I have a tazer but haven't hooked it up yet. I'm not sure I want to put up with the hassel right now especially because it sounds like I'd need to put my doors back on. I asked the dealer about using a programmer for the tpms and tire height and they said they don't have a problem with it. The dealer is resetting the speedometer tomorrow morning so at least that part will be done.

 

[gsxr310]

sPod mounted

 

[Roky]

Kitty says; "Did you torque that bolt to spec?

Lol...she is quality control, lol, everything I do has to pass inspection....

Changed axle

Put on bead locks

Windshield banner

Making sure I locked the door

.......

 

[Kevin’s Rubi]

Lol...she is quality control, lol, everything I do has to pass inspection....

Changed axle

Put on bead locks

Windshield banner

Making sure I locked the door

.......

 

[LUV2JEEP]

@Quadratec Really like these skids...has the driveshaft rubbing the skids in the post above been addressed?

I just cleaned the area around driveshaft grease fitting hole with alcohol and ran a few loops of electrical tape around it. Once a year I'll take tape off and use a conical nipple grease fitting to shoot grease into driveshaft. It's irritating that the fitting broke off, but that big a deal. I was at maximum articulation. You might see if the other brands of driveshaft have the fitting in the same place. My driveshaft is Dana Spicer. I like the Quadratec skid plates a lot.

 

[rustyshakelford]

According to BFGoodrich a 12.50" wide wheel should mount on a 8.5"-11" wheel. Most 35" and 37" tires are 12.50 wide. Talking with the dealer we decided to go stock wheels (7.5" wide) with spacers at least for the time being. They have done this many times before and have never had a problem. The spacers are 2". I've lowered the psi to 34 right now and still feel it could go lower. I don't want to get into the tpms yelling at me so I'm not sure how much lower I can go but I'll keep going down by 2 psi untill I hit the alarm. I have a tazer but haven't hooked it up yet. I'm not sure I want to put up with the hassel right now especially because it sounds like I'd need to put my doors back on. I asked the dealer about using a programmer for the tpms and tire height and they said they don't have a problem with it. The dealer is resetting the speedometer tomorrow morning so at least that part will be done.

Have them adjust the tpms limits while they are doing the tire size. We do that for every Jeep we build. They have access to it.

Brett

 

[2019jeeper]

https://m.aliexpress.com/wholesale/Jeep+jl+hood+lock.html?channel=direct&keywords=Jeep+jl+hood+lock

Hi, hopefully it is not too late for the advice. I bought this chinese version on ebay and didn’t work at all. The smart lock system that suposedly memorize you original key didn’t work and once I installed it didn’t open, so I was stuck with the hood locked. I was able to pry a 90 degrees angled bar between the hood and the frame and move the lever and open it. It does not provide any security. I checked the design for JK from Bolt Company and they are different. I will return it for a refund. Don’t waste your time and money. The cost is 200 dlls.

 

[michael614]

Today I picked up my freshly wrapped Jeep! I love it!

Looks great! Did you plastidip the hinges or were those wrapped too? Love that look.

 

[Brmbll007]

Shes Satin now

 

[weeitsmikelee]

Hi, hopefully it is not too late for the advice. I bought this chinese version on ebay and didn’t work at all. The smart lock system that suposedly memorize you original key didn’t work and once I installed it didn’t open, so I was stuck with the hood locked. I was able to pry a 90 degrees angled bar between the hood and the frame and move the lever and open it. It does not provide any security. I checked the design for JK from Bolt Company and they are different. I will return it for a refund. Don’t waste your time and money. The cost is 200 dlls.

Yikes I’m sorry to hear that man. Did you try contacting the seller? Mine came with generic instructions for the regular keyed model but I tested that my lock worked before assembly. I messaged the seller beforehand confirming fitment and took photos of everything just in case I would need to seek a refund from the seller/platform.


Edit.
Just noticed you said you bought off eBay. I’ve seen it on Amazon and Ali for around $130. I’d definitely message the seller and complain that they sent you a defective product. Good luck

 

[Medsker]

Have them adjust the tpms limits while they are doing the tire size. We do that for every Jeep we build. They have access to it.

Brett

They said they couldn't do that. I didn't ask if it was because they couldn't do it or if for liabilty they shouldn't. If my TAZER doesn't pan out I'll go the dealer route but more firmly. Thanks for the advice!

Medsker