Rock sliders for JL

Jackboeker83 · Jul 28, 2022

I’m looking at rock sliders and not sure which one to go with. Evo vs Rocky’s rock sliders (links below). Evo look beefy and good but they are 400 dollars more than the Rusty’s and I would still have to powder coat them. The Rusty’s are close to the body which I like and seem to sit higher above the frame. Anyone have experience with either one? Also not sure if Rusty’s is compatible with the Evo HCLA. Any input would be welcomed.

Rusty's Rocker Armor with Kicker Tube - 2018-2023 JL Wrangler 4-Door

The Rusty's JL Rocker Armor with Skid Kicker Tube provide valuable protection from rocks and other obstacles on the trail, The second tube angles up and offers a limited step to help with entry, and are a simple bolt-on installation!Rusty's Rocker Armor was built with trail abuse in mind...

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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JLU Rock Sliders

*Choice of Bolt on or weld on installation *Optional Integrated Rock Lights *Integrated Step for ease of entry and exit *Factory bolt alignment for simple and accurate positioning *3 Extremely strong frame mounting points *Compatible with EVO MFG High Clearance Long Arm Suspension As the...

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wayoflife · Jul 28, 2022

Going strictly off the design of both, I would have to go with EVO as I have personally seen them in action and can tell you first hand that they are designed to take a beating. That said, I too would have a hard time paying as much as they want for a set and this is coming from someone who is a good friend of theirs.

Rusty makes quality products and there's a lot of things that I like of theirs and would say is better than EVO such as their tire carrier. However, looking at the design of these rocker guards, I'm not sure I'm feeling them. They look nice enough but the webbing in between looks like they'd get beat up and don't look like they'd offer much in way of strength or support from hard hits. However, I have not seen them being put to the test so that's just by best guess and based on what I can see.

Jackboeker83 · Jul 28, 2022

wayoflife said:
Going strictly off the design of both, I would have to go with EVO as I have personally seen them in action and can tell you first hand that they are designed to take a beating. That said, I too would have a hard time paying as much as they want for a set and this is coming from someone who is a good friend of theirs.

Rusty makes quality products and there's a lot of things that I like of theirs and would say is better than EVO such as their tire carrier. However, looking at the design of these rocker guards, I'm not sure I'm feeling them. They look nice enough but the webbing in between looks like they'd get beat up and don't look like they'd offer much in way of strength or support from hard hits. However, I have not seen them being put to the test so that's just by best guess and based on what I can see.

Thanks for the quick reply. I have been leaning towards the Evo and I think that’s probably what I’m going to go with.

Andy5160 · Jul 28, 2022

When I was look to get a set Rusty’s sliders were indeed on my radar. At the time it made sense to get them however I always loved EVO once and been holding on and waiting for a few weeks for them to finally release them. So when they did it was no brained for me. As Eddie mentioned Rusty’s do make quality product and I am confident they would get the job done on the trail. EVO bombers is an option and I was seriously considering them. If budget is something you need to keep in mind I would go with Rusty’s. Also their powder coating is top quality, better then what I got at my local shop and it was $200 each I believe so keep that extra cost in mind.

Jackboeker83 · Jul 28, 2022

Andy5160 said:
When I was look to get a set Rusty’s sliders were indeed on my radar. At the time it made sense to get them however I always loved EVO once and been holding on and waiting for a few weeks for them to finally release them. So when they did it was no brained for me. As Eddie mentioned Rusty’s do make quality product and I am confident they would get the job done on the trail. EVO bombers is an option and I was seriously considering them. If budget is something you need to keep in mind I would go with Rusty’s. Also their powder coating is top quality, better then what I got at my local shop and it was $200 each I believe so keep that extra cost in mind.

I don’t want to sound pretentious or whatever but cost isn’t really a concern. I would rather save up the extra month or whatever to get the right stuff the first time. I was just looking at the design difference and seeing if anyone had some thoughts. I’m not a huge fan of the bombers. I do think I am going to get the rear bumper delete from Rusty’s and the fascia that covers the back end and that’s what kind of made me think of going with their sliders as well.

Andy5160 · Jul 28, 2022

Jackboeker83 said:
I don’t want to sound pretentious or whatever but cost isn’t really a concern. I would rather save up the extra month or whatever to get the right stuff the first time. I was just looking at the design difference and seeing if anyone had some thoughts. I’m not a huge fan of the bombers. I do think I am going to get the rear bumper delete from Rusty’s and the fascia that covers the back end and that’s what kind of made me think of going with their sliders as well.

Noted. I have their facia and the rear corners installed. Love the look. May be someone else here can get you more information on Rusty’s sliders.

CalSgt · Jul 28, 2022

I'd be willing to bet the EVO is the only slider that works with their HCLA brackets, at least without extensive modification. I shopped for months on end for a slider that would work with EVO long arms, there was nothing available and the EVO sliders were about two weeks away from production. I ended up having to make my own.

If the EVO would have been available at the time I would have ponied up the cash for a set and saved myself 5 weekends of fabrication.

Disciple Off Road · Jul 28, 2022

Jackboeker83 said:
I’m looking at rock sliders and not sure which one to go with. Evo vs Rocky’s rock sliders (links below). Evo look beefy and good but they are 400 dollars more than the Rusty’s and I would still have to powder coat them. The Rusty’s are close to the body which I like and seem to sit higher above the frame. Anyone have experience with either one? Also not sure if Rusty’s is compatible with the Evo HCLA. Any input would be welcomed.

The EVO JL sliders absolutely work with their long arm kit and are extremely beefy. They provide a ton of surface area to weld up to the frame as well. I will have a set here that are installed already if you want/need any specific pictures of them for reference, happy to help. Last I checked, these are also in stock ready to go but can confirm for ya.

bobfriesenhahn · Jul 28, 2022

wayoflife said:
Going strictly off the design of both, I would have to go with EVO as I have personally seen them in action and can tell you first hand that they are designed to take a beating. That said, I too would have a hard time paying as much as they want for a set and this is coming from someone who is a good friend of theirs.

Rusty makes quality products and there's a lot of things that I like of theirs and would say is better than EVO such as their tire carrier. However, looking at the design of these rocker guards, I'm not sure I'm feeling them. They look nice enough but the webbing in between looks like they'd get beat up and don't look like they'd offer much in way of strength or support from hard hits. However, I have not seen them being put to the test so that's just by best guess and based on what I can see.

EVO does not have a slider for 2-door JLs. Rusty has a couple of sliders but they are out of stock and not allowed to be ordered. LOD offers a decent looking 2-door slider. Any other vendors with trail-capable sliders for two-door which can also be used as a step?

Disciple Off Road · Jul 28, 2022

bobfriesenhahn said:
EVO does not have a slider for 2-door JLs. Rusty has a couple of sliders but they are out of stock and not allowed to be ordered. LOD offers a decent looking 2-door slider. Any other vendors with trail-capable sliders for two-door which can also be used as a step?

2dr version from EVO is in the works.

bobfriesenhahn · Jul 28, 2022

Disciple Off Road said:
2dr version from EVO is in the works.

I assume that this will be after they deal with the apparent support issues.

One thing that really annoys me is that companies do not distinguish between JL and JLU and they just say "JL". Of course there is a big difference when it comes to sliders (and many other things).

JAGS · Jul 29, 2022

Disciple Off Road said:
2dr version from EVO is in the works.

Should be ready in two weeks. Lol.

Disciple Off Road · Jul 29, 2022

JAGS said:
Should be ready in two weeks. Lol.

Lol yeah I guess I kinda set myself up for this one lol

jpkjeep · Jul 29, 2022

Andy5160 said:
Noted. I have their facia and the rear corners installed. Love the look. May be someone else here can get you more information on Rusty’s sliders.

How tough is it? Can it hold up to a hit coming off a ledge or do you think the tub would ripple/buckle?

cozdude · Jul 30, 2022

I personally like the look, functionality, and price point, of the LoD sliders. Will be getting some hopefully soon

Andy5160 · Jul 30, 2022

cozdude said:
I personally like the look, functionality, and price point, of the LoD sliders. Will be getting some hopefully soon

Hah? You did not work out the deal with Jeremy?

Andy5160 · Jul 30, 2022

jpkjeep said:
How tough is it? Can it hold up to a hit coming off a ledge or do you think the tub would ripple/buckle?

I believe it can indeed. Did not have the pleasure to test it that way yet but when I got rear ended by some kid it held up great.

WJCO · Jul 30, 2022

Andy5160 said:
but when I got rear ended by some kid it held up great.

Wrong forum.

Jackboeker83 · Jul 30, 2022

Andy5160 said:
When I was look to get a set Rusty’s sliders were indeed on my radar. At the time it made sense to get them however I always loved EVO once and been holding on and waiting for a few weeks for them to finally release them. So when they did it was no brained for me. As Eddie mentioned Rusty’s do make quality product and I am confident they would get the job done on the trail. EVO bombers is an option and I was seriously considering them. If budget is something you need to keep in mind I would go with Rusty’s. Also their powder coating is top quality, better then what I got at my local shop and it was $200 each I believe so keep that extra cost in mind.

I ended up ordering the Evo rock sliders today. They will be here on Thursday, which my Jeep doesn’t arrive for another 2 months or so. Got a military discount too so I saved a few hundred bucks.

Andy5160 · Jul 30, 2022

Jackboeker83 said:
I ended up ordering the Evo rock sliders today. They will be here on Thursday, which my Jeep doesn’t arrive for another 2 months or so. Got a military discount too so I saved a few hundred bucks.

Great. You’ll love them. Here are the few pictureshow they look on my Jeep.

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