armycop

I just hate the fact that the aftermarket is coning up with fixes for the problem while the JEEP company just turns a blind eye to the problem! It may be a safety issue when the hood flies up! But 25 bucks is cheap if it works, now I just wait...... and wait....... and wait........

eaglemikeo

hahahaha,
I like how I had to scroll a whole lot across to quote you.

jeepik

the hood moves a little bit, big deal

is it a safety problem, i doubt it

will i get these??? probably

blaming Jee is premature

armycop

On the highway at speed, passing a truck, my hood bounces 1/2 to 3/4" and it is just a matter of time before the rubber parts fail. Hopefully the metal hood latch will catch the hood, but will the thin sheet metal bend from the wind pressure? I don't want to find out.

I place all the blame on Jeep for using thin, non-reinforced metal in the hood. Maybe a brace or a better latch could fix the problem. I have taken mine to the dealer for the problem and they have no way to fix it, although they do acknowledge that it is a common problem with the JK's. I did what I could with the vacuum tube under the seal, but the latches have stretched and it is starting again.

jeepik

yeah but has it actually failed????

show me one hood catch that has failed to hold the hood, then we can start blaming Jeep

Northernmedic

I had my rubber latch on the drivers side completely snap off on me on the road when a Large truck passed by. The scariest momment I ever had in my Jeep! This is a real serious issue. the center latch did do it's job but I am absolutely amazed that my hood did not bend with the force of the wind. I really want a set of these, but I want to see one before I do.

mcnaught6

these things aren't even available yet. 4x4rockshop has them listed on their website, but they don't know when they will actually become available. they are guessing 3-4 weeks.

jeepik

i just called quadratec, they said at best 2 weeks

BullsJK

I'm only going to say one thing.....if you want to save the $30. Use 1 zip tie per side around the rubber straps. Fixes the hood flap for good! I personally tried all of the hood mods and the zip ties is the best and you won't need the daystars unless you just want them

CodyB4C

Here is proof Jeep needs to do something about this we shouldnt have to buy aftermarket parts to keep our Jeeps safe.