Two day process to install my Next Venture Diesel Skids with UMHW. . Day 1 - remove stock skids, paint brackets, scrub and power wash under carriage. Day 2 - sand, prime, and paint any rusted areas and begin mounting skids. Biggest PIA part was removing the motor mount bolts.
^ As the two previous posters shared, recommend checking and lubricating sway bars ends and control arm bushings. If stock, a little petroleum based spray is enough to keep the from drying out and generally stops the creaks and squeaks.
We have a group from our Northern Virginia club, NOVA Jeepers, heading down to Uwharrie Memorial Day weekend if you want me to keep you posted.
Also check out Windrock in Eastern Tennessee. We have quite a few folks who make the trek to enjoy it.
joe
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i purchased the 3.5” Clayton’s before the had a diesel specific kit and I was smashing the bump stops a lot. Changed them out as soon as they released them and couldn’t be happier.
I highly recommend either of the shops below. Both have worked on my Jeeps and I would not hesitate to recommend them without question.
Bull Run 4x4 - https://www.bullrun4x4.com/
Dirt Nerds - https://www.dirtnerdsmotors.com/
If willing to travel, I also recommend ECGS, several club members...