Bolt Hood Lock Kit... Seriously??

[RubiAR]

So I went to go purchase the Bolt hood lock kit and discovered this. Is there a reason? Did they never make a kit specifically for the different sized honeycomb vents on the JT? I found one on Mopar Genuine Parts but it has the smaller grill vents.

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[Commodus]

So I went to go purchase the Bolt hood lock kit and discovered this. Is there a reason? Did they never make a kit specifically for the different sized honeycomb vents on the JT? I found one on Mopar Genuine Parts but it has the smaller grill vents.

You can use the JL bolt lock and either trim your grill a few posts and videos on this or just have a key copy made and not have to cut the grill at all that’s what I did

 

[ErylFlynn]

Yea wish I could have got a precut but no big deal. If I were to do it again I would use my wood chisels. When I used one to clean it he edge it went through like butter.

 

[Undergrad-Peso]

+1 on just using the JL lock. I went with the JL Bolt product for my 2020 JTR. The rivet holes line up perfectly. The lock comes with a rubber cover (it's a bit larger than the key slot) and that's what makes it so that you have to trim the grill. Someone pointed out that the door locks don't have covers so I thought what the heck and removed the rubber from the lock. The key slides perfectly even with how bulky the fob is, and it was cheaper and way easier. Factory key works without needing to take it to anybody and I haven't cut away any material

 

[RubiAR]

+1 on just using the JL lock. I went with the JL Bolt product for my 2020 JTR. The rivet holes line up perfectly. The lock comes with a rubber cover (it's a bit larger than the key slot) and that's what makes it so that you have to trim the grill. Someone pointed out that the door locks don't have covers so I thought what the heck and removed the rubber from the lock. The key slides perfectly even with how bulky the fob is, and it was cheaper and way easier. Factory key works without needing to take it to anybody and I haven't cut away any material

Okay, awesome. You answered the question I intended to ask. If it works without cutting the grill, I can handle that. Thanks!

 

[NULL POINTER]

+1 on just using the JL lock. I went with the JL Bolt product for my 2020 JTR. The rivet holes line up perfectly. The lock comes with a rubber cover (it's a bit larger than the key slot) and that's what makes it so that you have to trim the grill. Someone pointed out that the door locks don't have covers so I thought what the heck and removed the rubber from the lock. The key slides perfectly even with how bulky the fob is, and it was cheaper and way easier. Factory key works without needing to take it to anybody and I haven't cut away any material

Do you have a link to the one that mounts with no trimming of the grill if you don't use the rubber cover? TIA

 

[Rahkmalla]

Do you have a link to the one that mounts with no trimming of the grill if you don't use the rubber cover? TIA

i'd suggest against skipping the rubber cover. i know the cylinder is "sealed" but that's not waterproof, and couple years of ocean salt or road salt spray leaking in there is asking for future problems. One day you're going to need to open that hood and not be able to because of a seized cylinder.

 

[Zero_Accel]

Do you have a link to the one that mounts with no trimming of the grill if you don't use the rubber cover? TIA

It's the same kit as the JL, you just don't use the provided grill insert. As for the key, the fob will fit without trimming, you just have to insert it "buttons up", it will hit the grille if you put the key in upside down. Just remove the rubber cover.

 

[NULL POINTER]

It's the same kit as the JL, you just don't use the provided grill insert. As for the key, the fob will fit without trimming, you just have to insert it "buttons up", it will hit the grille if you put the key in upside down. Just remove the rubber cover.

Thanks very much.

 

[MrBones]

A good pair of side cutters works. It’s very soft material. I thought it would be harder like ABS.

 

[wildtaco]

i'd suggest against skipping the rubber cover. i know the cylinder is "sealed" but that's not waterproof, and couple years of ocean salt or road salt spray leaking in there is asking for future problems. One day you're going to need to open that hood and not be able to because of a seized cylinder.

My JK hood lock was starting to seize up even with the rubber cover. A good spray of WD-40 cleared it up however.

 

[fourfa]

Bolt's killer feature is that their generic lock cylinder keys itself to your key on first use. They use it in the hood lock obviously, but if you've ever looked at their other products, they have other accessory locks like padlocks, hitch pin lock etc. In the process of looking into those, I read the negative reviews on amazon. Quite a few where the cylinder locks up and just spins. I think I trust a Master lock to still operate after a few years out in the weather... not sure they're quite there with this product though. Cutting off a hitch pin or hood lock is going to be an ordeal.

Anyway, I'd start by leaving the rubber cover on. And very curious about maintenance procedure too, if I end up getting the accessory locks

 

[Undergrad-Peso]

Do you have a link to the one that mounts with no trimming of the grill if you don't use the rubber cover? TIA

The one linked by user Zero_Accel (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QY8JVT3) is the same one I purchased. Consider what user Rahkmalla mentioned about the cylinder not being waterproof and how it might corrode/rust with salt. When I made my decision, I made it knowing I live in sunny South Florida and away from the ocean or other salty environments. It wasn't a concern for me but it might be for you

 

[NULL POINTER]

The one linked by user Zero_Accel (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QY8JVT3) is the same one I purchased. Consider what user Rahkmalla mentioned about the cylinder not being waterproof and how it might corrode/rust with salt. When I made my decision, I made it knowing I live in sunny South Florida and away from the ocean or other salty environments. It wasn't a concern for me but it might be for you

Thanks. I live in Sunny Florida, too. No road salt here. I do drive on the beach. Once a year I use a teflon lubricant on all my locks, auto, home, outdoor, padlocks on gates and sheds, etc.

 

[MrBones]

i'd suggest against skipping the rubber cover. i know the cylinder is "sealed" but that's not waterproof, and couple years of ocean salt or road salt spray leaking in there is asking for future problems. One day you're going to need to open that hood and not be able to because of a seized cylinder.

Totally agree. I just went and poked my fingernail into the keyhole. No telling what will get forced in going 65 down the freeway.

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