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Swapped rock rails for Mopar tubular side steps. Figure I could swap back if needed, but in the meantime some passengers need a little help getting in. They don't hide the rocker as well, but they look good.

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Installed my Metalcloak full skid plates and tightened up a lower control arm bolt that was loose
And…. I updated my 1st post in my build thread… added a mods list…. With more to come this week ;)
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Did a detail... I know, you're never supposed to detail a new Jeep, but just trying to protect my investment. Full ceramic. I even ceramic coated the black top. I will say, it makes it the top a little shinier but not a ton...
I was taught the same thing about not messing with new paint but when I looked through the owners manual it doesn't say anything at all about a breaking period when discussing paint. This is all I can find about the paint and it's in the Servicing and Maintenance Section. Not one word about a break in period.

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I was taught the same thing about not messing with new paint but when I looked through the owners manual it doesn't say anything at all about a breaking period when discussing paint. This is all I can find about the paint and it's in the Servicing and Maintenance Section. Not one word about a break in period.

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I looked in the manual for that too. Must be better paint nowadays.
 

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Oh and I forgot to mention… I changed out my transfer case atf fluid before installing my skid plates. Yeah yeah I know 25k early but easier access with skid plates all off and I put in Amsoil’s synthetic ATF…. I’m hoping she shifts like butter now.
 

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Oh and I forgot to mention… I changed out my transfer case atf fluid before installing my skid plates. Yeah yeah I know 25k early but easier access with skid plates all off and I put in Amsoil’s synthetic ATF…. I’m hoping she shifts like butter now.
I was reading the other day that some of the push back in shifting the transfer case is due to the FAD. Takes a bit to get the front driveshaft in sink. Not that i have noticed a problem but maybe it will never be like BUTTER BABY.
 

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I was reading the other day that some of the push back in shifting the transfer case is due to the FAD. Takes a bit to get the front driveshaft in sink. Not that i have noticed a problem but maybe it will never be like BUTTER BABY.
go under your truck and grab the front driveshaft … it feee spins, so it definitely has to move a bit to engage … yeah I can see a little the fad having a connection issue but I have done this same thing on a previous JkU and it was definitely way better… but each their own right????
 
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I love the argument I see with people stating you loose so much "usable space".. no dumb ass you gain a full 2nd layer of "usable space" I can now put all my tools in the back keep them dry and secure and then place another layer of crap right on top of it and strap it down !
So can you haul a refrigerator, washer, similar large items, etc, on top of all that?

How do you secure coolers, folding chairs, similar large items, etc, for day trips?
 

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Nice color match to the Sting Grey. Love that bumper and the color choice. What paint did you use?
Thanks! I'll have to look it up, but I ordered it online. It's from a company that mixes factory paint and puts it in an aerosol can for you. I primed, painted, and cleared it. I love the way it turned out.
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