I used Eddies write-up over the instructions provided....it's way better ;-)
Rock Hard 4x4 JK Sport Cage Installation Write-Up
- Thread starter wayoflife
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I used Eddies write-up over the instructions provided....it's way better ;-)
10frank9
Web Wheeler
Same here. Pretty straight forward Pastor. You can always drive south and we can install in my garage. I don't mind breaking stuff on someone else's Jeep
Sharkey
Word Ninja
Northridge?
pastorwug
New member
Yup, though it was drop shipped from somewhere back east.
pastorwug
New member
Well, began to tackle this install today - and anyone that might say it's an easy install I'll kick in the juevos for free. :cheesy:
I've watched Eddie work on Jeeps on the trail - he's a good mechanic (a good MacGyver) but how he did this install all in one day is beside me.
If it wasn't for 10Frank9 texting me the install instructions and some good advice I'd of never even achieved the half-way point.
Aligning those three holes and bolts on the bottom/side of each side is the worst part. Removed each side at least three times to open the holes, chase the threads and get it seated on top and at the bottom. Not easy!
I've watched Eddie work on Jeeps on the trail - he's a good mechanic (a good MacGyver) but how he did this install all in one day is beside me.
If it wasn't for 10Frank9 texting me the install instructions and some good advice I'd of never even achieved the half-way point.
Aligning those three holes and bolts on the bottom/side of each side is the worst part. Removed each side at least three times to open the holes, chase the threads and get it seated on top and at the bottom. Not easy!
David1tontj
New member
This really made me laugh. The kicking part- not the fact that you had trouble.
Wish I could've helped you out. Good luck with the rest of your install. Stay positive!
Philippians 4:13. You can do it pastor!
kyleolson
New member
FYI we had to get a tap for those bolt holes on the side. Had to run it through once because the threads just seemed off.
I'll be doing mine next month.
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10frank9
Web Wheeler
I believe he is being facetious.
MTG
Caught the Bug
If you did, I would just turn the other nut. (see what I did there?)
That was my quote at 7:58 am. Kind of like the Phil guy did above my post at 4:13. :idontknow:
Good luck with the rest of the install. :thumb:
I'm placing my order for the front portion of the Rock Hard Sport Cage for my '14 JKUR next paycheck. I'll do the back portion later. I'll do my best to take as many pictures as I can. Any specific requests for shots during/after installation? One thing I haven't seen at all online is close-ups of the trimmed Freedom panels or trimming of the top A-pillar piece.
Rharvey160
New member
I'd be interested in seeing close ups of the trimmed freedom panels and the top A-pillar piece.
pastorwug
New member
Yes, I finally did, including the trim pieces around the windshield - thanks to a dremel.
Once again I would say - not easy, but not too difficult.
10Frank9's tip to fit the cage in BEFORE you have it powdercoated is a great tip - wish I'd done that first.
It all fits great now. :clap2:
10frank9
Web Wheeler
I have some in my build thread I will post a link....
Edit: here you go:
http://wayalife.com/showthread.php?t=7133
