AirJordan613

Question before installing this; I see that the carrier covers one of the old rubber stopper holes originally for supporting the tire. Do you think this hole should be siliconed or something to prevent water from working its way between the gate and carrier into the hole?

Ncb

I covered it with 3M clear mask material.

WLFMOON

I just installed the complete setup and love it. Makes the tailgate feel much stronger now, unlike the stock jk hinges. Very easy install, and worth the $$$.

Sebastian

I took the rubber bump stop and cut it off until only a thin disc of rubber was left. I plugged it back into place and proceeded with the install of the hinge. I had the same concern as you seem to have. However cutting the rubber was tedious. 3M tape should be more convenient and serve the same purpose.

AirJordan613

So something like this? Thanks!

http://www.amazon.com/Scotch-Transpa.../dp/B0000DH8I8

Ncb

Stuff I used is called "clear bra" and is installed at most tint shops on hoods for rock ding/chip prevention.

AirJordan613

Did you use it only for that hole or for the entire contact surface between the tailgate and carrier?

Ncb

Only to cover the hole for the right tire bumper. I can mail you a piece of the material if you're not in a hurry to install the carrier.

AirJordan613

That would be fantastic! Otherwise the smallest I could find was a 4ft piece on amazon!

PartySnake

So since the time i have had this carrier ive always noticed the tire would shake when i shut the gate. today i noticed it bouncing and shaking a little more in my rear view as i was going down the high way


What's the deal? Teraflex designs a super awesome hinge then they come up with this pos mount