JimLee
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I think you hit it on the head here. 3M VHB tape isn't just a peel and stick operation, it's a process, and the better you follow the process the better your results will be.Good adhesion of any adhesive comes from proper prep.
I think you hit it on the head here. 3M VHB tape isn't just a peel and stick operation, it's a process, and the better you follow the process the better your results will be.Good adhesion of any adhesive comes from proper prep.
I like the idea of no nutserts but don't need the additional worry, if they had a couple of tabs that tied into the pinch seam with bolts and the upper with the tape...
What in the actual...After seeing my previous posts about the American Iron Ball Joint Deletes, I had a customer send me these pictures of his that he had just installed.
He confirmed he torqued to their specs and came out the following morning to find the nut on the ground hence the rust from the rain. Thankfully this happened while still on jack stands and not driving down the road.
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Exactly! What he said!I like the idea of no nutserts but don't need the additional worry, if they had a couple of tabs that tied into the pinch seam with bolts and the upper with the tape...
Maybe that’s what they mean by delete like disappearingAfter seeing my previous posts about the American Iron Ball Joint Deletes, I had a customer send me these pictures of his that he had just installed.
He confirmed he torqued to their specs and came out the following morning to find the nut on the ground hence the rust from the rain. Thankfully this happened while still on jack stands and not driving down the road.
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Ahh yes, the old steering delete kit.Maybe that’s what they mean by delete like disappearing
My first impulse was I loved the idea of not drilling into a rust-prone area, but then I thought about how much grime and grit would find its way behind the panel, sanding to bare metal over time. I understand this is still of concern with the nutsert option too, but it is easier to provide countermeasures and repairs.The EVO JL/JT rock skins with the adhesive is pretty sweet. They come with the option of using nutserts but if you don’t want to drill or have anything permanent, the adhesive seems to work good and does not move once it’s on. I think it also gives a clean look and come in raw aluminum or already powder coated from EVO. What do you think?
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Ahh yes, the old steering delete kit.
Wait wait wait, Jeeps have steering?Maybe that’s what they mean by delete like disappearing
I think that the part must have been damaged during the FedEx shipment. Fragile parts need to be packed really well!After seeing my previous posts about the American Iron Ball Joint Deletes, I had a customer send me these pictures of his that he had just installed.
He confirmed he torqued to their specs and came out the following morning to find the nut on the ground hence the rust from the rain. Thankfully this happened while still on jack stands and not driving down the road.
Decided to give it a try. Thanks to Jeremy for hooking up with a set of the EVO rock skins!I would be willing to throw them on with the LoD sliders. Since I’m not wheeling as much as I once was these would be a nice addition to protect the rockers without drilling something permanent
Awesome! Bummer you had some clearance issues but looks like you got it all figured out. Looks greatDecided to give it a try. Thanks to Jeremy for hooking up with a set of the EVO rock skins!
Couple things to note. The 3M tape is very strong but it's not a nutsert. I didn't notice that one bolt on the rock sliders was touching the rock skins. Next morning the pressure of the bolt had twisted the rock skins and popped the upper edge off. Barely took any pressure to push it back against the body but it would just keep popping off. Ultimately, I had to shim out the sliders to make up the difference in thickness of the rock skins, Nothing like redoing your work!
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But, I'm happy with the look, we'll see how it holds up once I can get back on the trails.
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With the quick release lever, it looks like the whole thing can be stolen in a few seconds while shopping at the mall.As I've stated before, not a fan of TeraFlex but I have to say, between their new diff cover and now this...
I do have to give them kudos for coming up with some good solutions.
Not sure why someone would want it but yeah, good point.With the quick release lever, it looks like the whole thing can be stolen in a few seconds while shopping at the mall.
The quick release only holds on the brake light.With the quick release lever, it looks like the whole thing can be stolen in a few seconds while shopping at the mall.
Does it cost $350 and (and is on unlimited backorder) to replace the $30 light?The quick release only holds on the brake light.