AV8RS3V3RN

Yea, the rubber trim I'm referring to is the stuff on the tailgate and door jams. I assume it would be smart to just take it out.
I'll have to look for the screw/button/bringer of choice words/thing at Autozone.

I asked Line X about the prepwork and they said if I do most of it, they'll touch it up and not charge me the $250 for standard preparation.

I'll be looking for those pics! Thanks!

Lando

I don't think mine charged any extra for prep work.. I paid 840 out the door for colored. I brought it there with everything removed but driver seat, dash, and center console.. Even took the top off for a 30 min drive in 42 degree weather!! It was pretty nippley

AV8RS3V3RN

Yea. They quoted me $900 if I bring it all together the $615 is if I do the majority of the prep work (Can't turn down that much of a difference!) But yea, I plan on just driving with basically my seat and the frame. lol. Everything is coming out and staying at my apartment while the Jeep is in the shop. I have a feeling it's gonna be about that cold for me too Time to whip out a parka and gloves! haha

It's all good though. This past spring I drove to WI (10.5 hour drive) in weather varying between 40 at the start and finally up to 57 by mid-day. That was rough!!!

But yea, a few more days of prep work and it should be ready. Look for pics by the weekend!

Lando

Here's a few let me know if there is anymore that you would like

AV8RS3V3RN

Looks good Lando! I wasn't expecting blue, but it seems like it works out nicely. I couldn't believe how much of a PITA it was to remove the console and some pins in the molding. I'll definitely need to buy a handful of those soon.

As far as mine goes...it's pouring rain right now, and unfortunately looks like it will stay that way all weekend. Good news is I've got mine entirely striped of carpet, molding, the center console, and seats (except drivers seat). I contacted the Line X dude and asked about how they prep the vehicle and he mentioned that light sand blasting is included in my quote! So I won't need to do any sanding! Just gotta take out the sound deadener up front and maybe a little masking if I feel like it. Then dropping the Jeep off Monday afternoon. Because of the friggin' rain, I'll probably delay posting pics until Monday evening when I'm at the shop.

Enjoy the weekend

AV8RS3V3RN

Here is an up to date picture of my progress. I'd say I'm about 80% done as far as prep goes.
For removing the sound deadener, I just used a 1" wood chisel and a hammer. Took a lot of time, but I'd say it worked well.
I pre-masked some things, not expecting that masking to be used, but just to get an idea of what shouldn't be sprayed.

I'd say all I have left to do is remove some of the rubber liner (on the rear gate), sand down the front footwells a little bit, then clean out all the crap. Dropping off the Jeep tomorrow after work and possibly selling the hardtop at the same time! I'm pumped!!! More pics to come. If anyone wants specific pics just let me know too.

Lando

Haha yea I didn't want black because everybody has it and thought about doing the tan.. But that's no fun.. Lol

AV8RS3V3RN

Ahhhh, so you're "one of them". Gotta be different and all! Just messing with ya!

Haha...I don't think I've seen a tan one yet. Could look neat...probably best on a White Sahara...maybe. Just speculating. lol.

Lando

Haha I didn't want to spend $800 to experiment with colors haha

AV8RS3V3RN

Good stuff. Well I just dropped my Jeep off today at the shop. Now the long and painful wait until I get it back. Gotta say I'm a bit nervous!