PRESS RELEASE: Die-Tech Off-Road EVAP Canister Relocation Kit
05-01-2009, 12:14 AM
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PRESS RELEASE: Die-Tech Off-Road EVAP Canister Relocation Kit
As many Jeep JK Wrangler owners have found, the EVAP or evaporator canister is yet another vulnerable part under your rig that really could use some protection. Countless people have crushed or torn off this small plastic box while simply doing moderate or even sometimes light off-roading and unfortuantely, it is a critical component of your Jeep’s emissions system.
What is the solution? You have two options, either you protect it or relocate it. At Die-Tech Off-Road, we believe that the best answer to this problem is to relocate it as any skid plate could still leave you vulnerable to getting the canister hung up and or torn off. Needles to say, the relocation kit we make effectively moves the evaporator canister above the rear axle and above a thick steel plate for maximum protection.
In addition to maximum protection, we have designed our relocation bracket to use factory mounting points to make installation easy and be a 100% bolt on solution. In other words, NO cutting or drilling into the body is required and to make things even easier, we’ve even cut all hose extensions to the proper length for you. Our kit comes powder coated black. And we’re proud to say that our kit is made in the USA
For more information regarding Die-Tech Off-road and the products that they make, please visit their website at: www.dietechoffroad.com
05-01-2009, 05:50 AM
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I am considering which I should do, relocate or skid plate. I thought I saw a mention on the forum that if you relocate you loose some factory warranty. Is this correct?
05-01-2009, 06:07 AM
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Of course that doesn't stop dealers from fighting you on things, but you could have the same idiots say the same thing if you do a skid plate. The only way to avoid that conflict completely is not to modify your Jeep or offroad it at all. Obviously, that's not a good option.
The other thing to consider is that the relocation is not a scary process that is messing with your fuel system. The only thing that isn't a plug or a bolt is the extension to the line from the gas tank. For that you cut the line and add the extension. The cut is necessary, because there are specialized plugs on both ends. The evap. canister "technically" is not essential to the operation of your vehicle. It's essential in the sense many areas have emissions standards. However, if your connections are tight you'll have vacuum, and if you have vacuum the computer will be happy.
Our relocation kit doesn't modify anything else (including no cutting or drilling into the body). That means you can return it to stock if you so desire.
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05-01-2009, 06:34 AM
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No that is incorrect. In order to lose your warranty an aftermarket part has to be the direct cause of the failure. You are protected by the Magnusson-Moss act -- i.e. it's law.
Of course that doesn't stop dealers from fighting you on things, but you could have the same idiots say the same thing if you do a skid plate. The only way to avoid that conflict completely is not to modify your Jeep or offroad it at all. Obviously, that's not a good option.
The other thing to consider is that the relocation is not a scary process that is messing with your fuel system. The only thing that isn't a plug or a bolt is the extension to the line from the gas tank. For that you cut the line and add the extension. The cut is necessary, because there are specialized plugs on both ends. The evap. canister "technically" is not essential to the operation of your vehicle. It's essential in the sense many areas have emissions standards. However, if your connections are tight you'll have vacuum, and if you have vacuum the computer will be happy.
Our relocation kit doesn't modify anything else (including no cutting or drilling into the body). That means you can return it to stock if you so desire.
Of course that doesn't stop dealers from fighting you on things, but you could have the same idiots say the same thing if you do a skid plate. The only way to avoid that conflict completely is not to modify your Jeep or offroad it at all. Obviously, that's not a good option.
The other thing to consider is that the relocation is not a scary process that is messing with your fuel system. The only thing that isn't a plug or a bolt is the extension to the line from the gas tank. For that you cut the line and add the extension. The cut is necessary, because there are specialized plugs on both ends. The evap. canister "technically" is not essential to the operation of your vehicle. It's essential in the sense many areas have emissions standards. However, if your connections are tight you'll have vacuum, and if you have vacuum the computer will be happy.
Our relocation kit doesn't modify anything else (including no cutting or drilling into the body). That means you can return it to stock if you so desire.
can you guys fab a spare tire bike rack that adjusts to fit a 35" tire ? please?
you'll be the 1st!
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05-01-2009, 06:59 AM
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Probably the biggest improvement though is the price which is over 20% less.
05-01-2009, 07:01 AM
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Looks like I bought mine about 1 month too early!
Question for you - which JKs have the body mount at the ends of the frame crossmember that the plate is attached to? I was surprised to find that mine did not. I had no problem sliding in the nut bar, but made me wonder why I don't have them?