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by Nonestar
Mon Aug 15, 2016 9:33 am
Forum: Tech Stuff
Topic: Skid plates: Aluminum or Steel? MORE or Rock Hard?
Replies: 13
Views: 3285

Re: Skid plates: Aluminum or Steel? MORE or Rock Hard?

Thanks for your helpful responses. Just curious: Does anybody actually have first- or second-hand experience with aluminum? I'm curious whether the aluminum is actually unable to take the hits. Also, do you have any vendor preferences? I'm considering either MORE or Rock Hard, but I know there are s...
by Nonestar
Sun Aug 14, 2016 8:45 pm
Forum: Tech Stuff
Topic: Skid plates: Aluminum or Steel? MORE or Rock Hard?
Replies: 13
Views: 3285

Skid plates: Aluminum or Steel? MORE or Rock Hard?

I'm about to purchase and install my first skid plate, which will obviously cover the oil pan since Jeep chose not to protect that area. To that end, I'm trying to get a sense of the difference between aluminum and steel options. I understand that the aluminum option is about 20 lbs lighter, but may...
by Nonestar
Mon Apr 25, 2016 8:59 am
Forum: Tech Stuff
Topic: Electrical Newbie
Replies: 3
Views: 773

Electrical Newbie

All, This year I would like to wire a switch panel on the windshield of my 2015 JK. I intend to wire the four switches to power and to "tie them off" to be easily accessed through the driver's side dashboard panel as I expand my powered devices (that is, I don't have four powered devices y...
by Nonestar
Sat Mar 26, 2016 8:19 pm
Forum: Tech Stuff
Topic: Roof Rack Recommendations
Replies: 4
Views: 838

Re: Roof Rack Recommendations

Thanks; I think the Gobi is the winner so far. Apparently, the Thule mounts work with a round crossbar. What Gobi rack did you end up purchasing? Was there any drilling involved, or was this a relatively straightforward install?
by Nonestar
Sat Mar 19, 2016 8:05 pm
Forum: Tech Stuff
Topic: Roof Rack Recommendations
Replies: 4
Views: 838

Roof Rack Recommendations

All, I'm looking to install a roof rack, preferably without drilling, that will manage Thule accessories and that fits a 2015 JK (2 door) soft top. I think I've narrowed it down to one from Garvin or Gobi, but I'm looking for feedback. Does anybody have any recommendations or experience with Jeep ra...