Q: for OR-Fab tire carrier owners!
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JK Enthusiast
Join Date: Feb 2009
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I really like the looks of the tire and jerry can unit, but was curious as to how it mounts, so I got onto their site and looked at the installation sheets. This is a considerable project. Has anyone out there already installed one of these, and if so, what did you encounter? It requires removing tail lights, rear gate, drilling holes, etc, etc, etc.
Let me know of any experience so I know what I am getting myself into prior to purchasing one of these.
Let me know of any experience so I know what I am getting myself into prior to purchasing one of these.
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Join Date: Jun 2008
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I really like the looks of the tire and jerry can unit, but was curious as to how it mounts, so I got onto their site and looked at the installation sheets. This is a considerable project. Has anyone out there already installed one of these, and if so, what did you encounter? It requires removing tail lights, rear gate, drilling holes, etc, etc, etc.
Let me know of any experience so I know what I am getting myself into prior to purchasing one of these
Let me know of any experience so I know what I am getting myself into prior to purchasing one of these
Anyways, I was able to use a dremmil and grind out the hole to specs after I used the largest drill bit I had. It turned out fine and you would never know it happened unless I told you. Other than that, just take your time and it really isn't hard....just time consuming.
The thing is SO strong and stout. No rattles at all! I also put some RTV I got at Pep Boys around the cyclinder under the latching block to prevent water from getting in between the inner and outer tub panels.