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Old 02-14-2011, 12:29 PM
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Default Inexpensive rocker protection

Anyone have any suggestions on some decent but inexpensive rocker protection... somewhere in the range of $200? I don't have a Rubicon, so I'm exposed to body damage, but I don't wheel often and can't justify dropping $500 plus for some of the armor out there. Also, I'd rather not get anything that requires drilling into the body.

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Buy some used take off rubicon rails.
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Look for some Rubicon rock guards here on the forum, they usually sell for cheap.
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Originally Posted by backwoodjk
Buy some used take off rubicon rails.
agreed. they are strong, will do the job great and they can usually be found in your budget.
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Holy crap! You guys are quick... I just friggin' hit the submit button. I can't tell you how impressed I am with this forum. I have seen time and time again how much everyone truly desires to help and offer suggestions. Thanks again!

As for the Rubi rails, I will definitely keep a look out for some.
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These are just a little more, at $279.99. Smittybilt SRC rocker guards.

http://www.quadratec.com/products/12057_1210_07.htm
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Originally Posted by johnr41a
These are just a little more, at $279.99. Smittybilt SRC rocker guards.

http://www.quadratec.com/products/12057_1210_07.htm
x2 on these. I have them and have truly put them through their paces and have no marks or dents to show for it. These will hold up much better than the rubi rails.
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find some cheap rubi rails, got mine on until I have the extra $$ for some nice setups like LOD or purejeep.
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Originally Posted by backwoodjk
Buy some used take off rubicon rails.
X2. they can be had off of Craigslist for under $200. I sold mine for $100.
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Originally Posted by johnr41a
These are just a little more, at $279.99. Smittybilt SRC rocker guards.

http://www.quadratec.com/products/12057_1210_07.htm

Dont buy these if you have a 4dr......they flex in the middle and will dent your rockers. I am speaking from personal experience! if you're running a 2dr...then you will be fine.

I now have the XRC Rock Sliders.


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