Cole
TJ Enthusiast
Is this as easy at it seems? Just clean the area and apply? Would it work on basically anything plastic on the jeep? Black sidesteps, flairs, etc..?
Looks completely different.
03 Sahara Metalcloak build
- Thread starter b0xcar
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Looks completely different.
OP
Yes, this is very easy to apply. Clean the area, let it dry and apply the penetrol (I used a microfiber terrycloth and the uline blue nitrile gloves to protect my hands).
I only used 1 coat on the side steps. I put 2 thin coats on my hardtop. I would apply this to any plastic part on my jeep that needs to be restored. That's just me though.
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Finally purchased the Derale AT cooler and it arrived today. Hoping to find the time to get this installed before the next wheeling day.
OP
Just posting an update about my Metalcloak rear bumper/tire carrier. Had an inquiry about the bumper today.
You can't find much information on these bumpers.
Probably after about 3 months I noticed a rattle. I thought maybe it was something with the suspension but couldn't find anything underneath. After further inspection, I figured out it was the bumper. It has these rubber bumpers which I didn't realize could be adjusted. I adjusted the rubber bumpers 1/8th in. I have had absolutely no rattles since doing this. Finally added some washers so I could snug the rubber bumpers up.
I am also very pleased with this bumper and have zero complaints about it. Well... maybe the price? Definitely worth the price compared to others on the market. I have heard many times "You get what you pay for".
You can't find much information on these bumpers.
Probably after about 3 months I noticed a rattle. I thought maybe it was something with the suspension but couldn't find anything underneath. After further inspection, I figured out it was the bumper. It has these rubber bumpers which I didn't realize could be adjusted. I adjusted the rubber bumpers 1/8th in. I have had absolutely no rattles since doing this. Finally added some washers so I could snug the rubber bumpers up.
I am also very pleased with this bumper and have zero complaints about it. Well... maybe the price? Definitely worth the price compared to others on the market. I have heard many times "You get what you pay for".
OP
The rubber bumpers are basically a threaded bolt. I just drank a beer and said "watch this... I will unscrew it. This will make it snug" then it worked.
Some of my best ideas originated when I was drinking beer. Some of my worst ideas also originated when I was drinking beer.
Wondering what your wheel width, wheel backspace, and tire width is. Do you know? We are planning 33x12.5, 8" wheel w/4" BS and Rubi flares. But I see that your tires stick out past the wider saraha flares a bit, not sure we can get away with that with the new MA inspection process. Wondering if we need to plan on wider flares?
OP
I run a 33x12.5 tire. I'm not sure about the wheel width or BS. The Jeep had 32x11.5 tires when I bought it in '04. They were barely outside the flares with the 11.5 tire width. Not sure this info will help you?
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Yes, slight vibes at 45mph-50mph. I dont get out on the Hwy much and hardly get up to 40mph daily. I have an appointment next Weds for some adjustments.
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I'm glad I'm finally getting it in. Ran into the guy while I was picking up my transmission filter. Hoping he can get it dialed in.I liked that you have an appointment, not that you’ve still got vibes.
OP
I recently installed my Derale 20561 AT cooler this past week. Hit the trails today and must have ran it pretty hard. It's the 1st time I heard the fan kick on.
Few install pics...
Hoses run along the fuel lines towards the front.
Looking back at the cooler from the front.
The hoses were hanging pretty low. I managed to use one of the hose clips and attached it to the frame.
Ran the power wire through the driver side firewall.
Setup a fuse tap in the #6 port which is powered by the ignition.
Few install pics...
Hoses run along the fuel lines towards the front.
Looking back at the cooler from the front.
The hoses were hanging pretty low. I managed to use one of the hose clips and attached it to the frame.
Ran the power wire through the driver side firewall.
Setup a fuse tap in the #6 port which is powered by the ignition.
OP