Tried uphill or in stop n go traffic? But I think its pretty normal On my previous automatic, in regular traffic or on flat highway driving, the load on the transmission is pretty low and temps take a long time to reach near 200F. Long after engine and oil reach optimum temps.
The Quadratec procedure connects the Z Clips after placing. I follow the Bestop procedure - easier, quicker and less chance of errors.
You might try uninstalling the whole thing and try this method.
I find the Z Clips easier if it is the first step. Some videos do the Z clips after it is placed on the Jeep - much harder. But they are a pain nevertheless.
You probably had at least 12 to 15 regens depending on your ratio of highway miles.
I never reach soot level of more than 65% as my highway to street driving miles ratio is 70:30. It regens when soot level builds up to 80% but it also regens when after certain engine run hours are reached...
Driver App maker also has a phone mount with a phone cooler. In summer the phone can get hot in Vegas weather using the app. I just cover the phone with a microfiber folded cloth leaving only the camera lens exposed. Does the job.
I am using this- got it on Amazon. I cut it from the two grooves to make it narrower, and it fits great in the dashboard's center tray. I am also using a battery case for my iPhone 13 pro max, and it fits snugly into the holder.
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Every brand new Jeep Wrangler or Gladiator I bought come with those scuff marks on the frame. Probably happen when those frames are transported for assembly, or happens on the assembly line or when the finished Jeep is transported.
I store it in the garage fully assembled. That Z-Clip was a pain to thread it in when I assembled it so I don't want that pain again. I would buy a plastic mattress cover (one used for disposing old mattresses for garbage pick up) and cover it to prevent dust.
When it is time to add it on to the...