It is not really that difficult. As long as I remember to make sure the cap stays forward of the grill when I take it off, it is not hard to put back. The cap is a flexible material and can be moved into place easily.
You don't have to cut as much as the instructions say. Nice sharp set of side/wire cutters will make quick and clean work. Barely noticeable from a distance unless you know to look for it.
I would think the cover type/material would depend on how often you would be clearing off the snow. If you got a soft top it might not hold enough weight.
Wow, that is some soft compound. Looks like there is a split happening in the next lower lug in the last picture. Guess I know what tires to stay away from now... That sucks...
Yeah, prior F/A-18 electrician. I know not to fizzuck with tolerances when it comes to electricity. I replaced like for like with a spare fuse.
My future plan is to wire a couple of charge only USB plugs to one of my aux buttons to split the load. I've seen too many pictures and heard too many...
I would also be worried about the texture chewing up the seals over time. Bad seals could also equal dust and other particulates along with the increased noise...
Do a window sticker lookup with your VIN to make sure it was a loaded option on your Jeep.
https://windowstickerlookup.com/
If it was, then you could try a new handle, but I would check the pins on the door plug. You might find a bent pin.
If it was not an option from the factory, then you...