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What do you think about using an ARB jack for lifting the UD? I know it is heavy and takes some work to raise @Pat2Alaska

After nearly one year on the 38s, they feel kinda small. I have towed a UHaul trailer around town and it didn't exhibit any quirks, but you have the feel safe out there @CallMeJoe . I plan to taking the truck more places to test the UD and it's durability across trails in my area.

Most importantly, the wife is happy!

All included items appear to be in place. I will wait a few weeks before installation for practicality sake.

I hunted through your #Neowise trip thread and a few others and nothing was mentioned. Can you provide a quick link to your field repair @Etoimos ?

How did the hinge damage occur? @Etoimos

Today, I took the truck for a small shakedown drive out to Joshua Tree National Park. I love this Upper Decker unit. I was able to finally store my items in the bed with everything locked in place. Everything was free of dust and the truck now has a finished appearance. I am very happy.

Today, I took the truck for a small shakedown drive out to Joshua Tree National Park. I love this Upper Decker unit. I was able to finally store my items in the bed with everything locked in place. Everything was free of dust and the truck now has a finished appearance. I am very happy.

ACE Engineering Upper Decker and roof top tent mounts installed. Now, on to the ARB roof top tent..

Installation complete!

Hinge repaired! Back to the installation!

I unfortunately pulled this hinge apart by accident. This morning, I repaired it with just a rubber mallet. I will install it back on the bed of the truck and get back to the installation.

During installation today, I separated the hinge on the drivers side. I will use some channel lock pliers to fix the hinge tomorrow and see if that works.

Nearing completion of the Upper Decker, I loosened then removed one side of the hinge holding the Upper Decker in place. I shouldn't have done that. One hinge is now dislocated, but can likely be reassembled. I will wait until tomorrow morning to evaluate. Photo: Upper Decker hinge that...

I'm nearing 7,000 miles and running ~37psi, the tires are holding up. No challenging rock trails, though. Just simple desert trails and street driving - for now.

Have you looked at your tie rod ends? If you are lifted, did you upgrade your front track bar? If so, have you retorqued the hardware after 500-600 miles as you are supposed to? Lower your front tire pressure to 30# - 42# is crazy! Have you had your front end aligned? I would definitely have...

If you are experiencing Death Wobble and not a mild shimmy, I would lower your tire pressure to 30# psi rather than run ~37#. Has your alignment been checked? Are your tie rod ends tight? Is your front track bar tight? Are you familiar with the 'Dry Steering Test'? The longer these...

Upper Decker installation almost complete

Yes, I meant to say Bed Mat @JT1