What did you do TO your Gladiator today? [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS, NO GUN TALK]

[Hootbro]

I will remember that for sure whenever I plan to do mine, for sure. I always have one of those telescopic magnets, they've become lifesavers (fingersavers) as I'm getting older.

I would add those screws are self tappers into plastic. Remember to do the one reverse turn to set the screw thread into the original cut thread before screwing back down.

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[Lost1wing]

They’re unfortunately not captive on this air box. I use a manual Phillips to remove them, and they come right out. No matter how careful I am, I usually drop one each time I do it. Magnets.

Captive, meaning they do not need to be fully removed. You just back them out enough to clear the lower half. Then again I did spend half a day looking for one. What do I know?

 

[jonsheritahe04]

Ran out of daylight but luckily only at the end, not too bad for a solo install after work.

DiamondBackBed Cover

How do you like so far? Been looking at pulling the trigger on the same but the price has had me in a holding pattern.

 

[NeatFreq]

How do you like so far? Been looking at pulling the trigger on the same but the price has had me in a holding pattern.

First, it's absolutely expensive but imho definitely worth the price. The construction (welds, bracketry, engineering and assembly) are top notch. Not to toot my own horn, but I've been a quality assurance inspector for the last 17 years for construction welds and other civil engineering methods, so take that for what's it's worth. Instruction package was thoughtfully put together and thorough, much more than other parts kits I've come across (CoverKing, I'm looking at you).

It ships freight, and with the weather we've had, and delayed shipping in general, has been a nightmare for me personally but that' s not on DiamondBack. It still arrived within the 18 to 21 day timeframe.

Installation: I was able to install it by myself, although I would recommend a second hand to make it quicker and more efficient but can be done solo. Also, the included shims for the bedrail covers are the worst part, take your time and follow the instructions.

Adjustments: I've made my first post adjustment and there wasn't much needed however, as stated in the instructions, necessary.

Price: As I initially stated, I do feel the quality of construction, assembly and parts are worth the asking price. I will say that I do justify this having an equal or more value in tools being secured by the bed cover, if you don't have any plans for it and are purchasing just for looks, I'd say there are more affordable options that are probably comparable aesthetically. With that being said, if you need (I do) lockable storage to protect other investments (i.e. tools, hardware, etc.) then it is easily justified.

 

[22EcoDs]

Alright, who overloaded their JT. Looks like the load bars could be tightened up?

 

[rconkin]

@MitchSpecial Bottle holders installed for drivers side roll bar and passenger dash grab handle

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@Sarge502 Well that just cost me. Showed it to my wife since she carries a water bottle all the time and it doesn't fit real well in center console I thought she would like it. She liked the ones above the door. However, her bottles are the ergonomic type that won't fit so it cost me a new water bottle too. While I was at it, just went ahead and got one for my side too. This Jeep thing is getting expensive.

 

[jonsheritahe04]

First, it's absolutely expensive but imho definitely worth the price. The construction (welds, bracketry, engineering and assembly) are top notch. Not to toot my own horn, but I've been a quality assurance inspector for the last 17 years for construction welds and other civil engineering methods, so take that for what's it's worth. Instruction package was thoughtfully put together and thorough, much more than other parts kits I've come across (CoverKing, I'm looking at you).

It ships freight, and with the weather we've had, and delayed shipping in general, has been a nightmare for me personally but that' s not on DiamondBack. It still arrived within the 18 to 21 day timeframe.

Installation: I was able to install it by myself, although I would recommend a second hand to make it quicker and more efficient but can be done solo. Also, the included shims for the bedrail covers are the worst part, take your time and follow the instructions.

Adjustments: I've made my first post adjustment and there wasn't much needed however, as stated in the instructions, necessary.

Price: As I initially stated, I do feel the quality of construction, assembly and parts are worth the asking price. I will say that I do justify this having an equal or more value in tools being secured by the bed cover, if you don't have any plans for it and are purchasing just for looks, I'd say there are more affordable options that are probably comparable aesthetically. With that being said, if you need (I do) lockable storage to protect other investments (i.e. tools, hardware, etc.) then it is easily justified.

Thank you, great feedback

 

[Koffee]

Installed a Momento 6 dash cam today. Pretty easy install and the App seems to work well. Not a fun mod and not needed until needed

 

[dwick37]

Finally got regeared last week to 5.13s and on went the 37 kenda klever tires today. Only 1.5lbs heavier than my previous Falken wildpeak 35s.

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What wheels are those?

 

[mx5red]

What wheels are those?

Teraflex nomad split spoke

 

[dwick37]

Installed the @Metalcloak sector shaft brace.

Necessary:
42 mm socket (1-11/16)
21 mm socket and wrench
5/16 hex (8 mm works too)
3/16 hex
11/16" drill bit
3/4" (19 mm) wrench and socket
Red Loctite


Nice to have:
Center punch
Step bit with 11/16" step
6 inch drill driver extension
Powerful cordless impact wrench
Long smaller bit to get started straight and center
Silver sharpie
6" & 12" 1/2 drive impact extensions
Gloves
Band-Aids


Notes:
Overall a pretty easy task.
I used the impact and an open end to seat the nutserts. Didn't have a good bracing grip on the wrench and paid the price.
Not in the instructions, but I applied some red Loctite to all fasteners, not just the pitman nut.
I took my time and was careful and thorough.
About an hour.

Initial Review:
Impressed.
My steering was already very good and with no issues, but the brace certainly tightened things up even more and notably.

Interestingly, my steering wheel was properly centered before the install, but after the install it was a good 8-10 degrees left, so I recentered it. I'll assume that the brace did that somehow.

Red Loctite ?

Did it improve the steering?

 

[Lunentucker]

Did it improve the steering?

It tightened the feel up.
The biggest improvement I've had came from positive caster well beyond spec and removing the slop from steering gearbox free play.

 

[Lunentucker]

Day 3 of annual detailing

 

[Lunentucker]

If you didn’t see my other post, I added the backup bumper lights. I wanted these for a while and finally did it. Easy install

Did you disable the license plate lights on reverse?

 

[SIG551-A1]

Installed an AEV 2” spacer lift and then an Arcus front bumper with Apex Badlands 12k winch.
The lift kit took waaaaay longer than I expected due to some of the control arm bolts being so f€#king tight!
The bumper install was pretty easy until I realized I couldn’t get the grill on again!

So I had to do like some others here have done and relocated the power wire entry into the control box from the side. That wasn’t too hard but just nerve racking.

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