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I used rustoleum matte black rattle can. It went on pretty well, and is pretty forgiving paint. I did some thick(probably too thick IMHO) but didn't have any problems with running etc. I will say that one of my taped edges wasn't completely sealed where the body contour is at the pinch seam. Im kind of ticked at myself for missing that and having a slight underspray that made it past that and not a perfect line.
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I used rustoleum matte black rattle can. It went on pretty well, and is pretty forgiving paint. I did some thick(probably too thick IMHO) but didn't have any problems with running etc. I will say that one of my taped edges wasn't completely sealed where the body contour is at the pinch seam. Im kind of ticked at myself for missing that and having a slight underspray that made it past that and not a perfect line.
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So here is a pic of my Sterling Tow Master Tow Bar base plate/mount on my EVO 1/4 Pounder front bumper. No signs of any stress from the move/tow. Im very happy with how stout this bumper is!
This is after moving my JK from Orange Co to San Fran in my most recent move.
This is after moving my JK from Orange Co to San Fran in my most recent move.
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Installed the 2013 compatible Procal. Honestly couldn't tell a difference in shift points or "feel" while driving but did it ever help my MPG!!! Finally disabling the TPMS was nice as well!
Also Picked up a 20" spot/flood combo LED light bar as well as two 2x2 pillar mount spots. Just need to figure out my mounting solution for them.
Also Picked up a 20" spot/flood combo LED light bar as well as two 2x2 pillar mount spots. Just need to figure out my mounting solution for them.
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So trying to get a feel for the size and mounting of the 20" LEDs. I may look for a piece of thick steel bent a few times to bolt to the bumper if there isnt a reasonably priced bracket available.
Also installed a 1.75" front spacer to help compensate for the factory rake, bumper/stinger and winch weight as well as the extra rise from running no spare or rear carrier right now. It was dark when I finished the install so no pics until the morning but It looks like I still have a slight rake. I have a 3/4" rear spacer that I thought I would use in combo, but may not even need it.
Also installed a 1.75" front spacer to help compensate for the factory rake, bumper/stinger and winch weight as well as the extra rise from running no spare or rear carrier right now. It was dark when I finished the install so no pics until the morning but It looks like I still have a slight rake. I have a 3/4" rear spacer that I thought I would use in combo, but may not even need it.
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So here she is, in daylight, after installing Front 1.75" spacers only.
There's still a slight rake, but I think mounting the rear carrier and spare will level it. If it then sags too much under that weight, I will then install the rear 3/4" spacers to then raise it to be more level.
There's still a slight rake, but I think mounting the rear carrier and spare will level it. If it then sags too much under that weight, I will then install the rear 3/4" spacers to then raise it to be more level.