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Nov 10, 2022 | 10:02 AM

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GavinC

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Originally Posted by makristal

Did you use any locktite on frame bolts? I have my package coming from Simon Friday so planning on doing this over Thanksgiving holiday break. I snoozed and loozed to be able to get the sunglass holder :-(

No. The bolts install just as they are from the factory with the stock recovery plates. No thread locker. Take them out and put them back in. Torque them to spec.

Nov 10, 2022 | 10:04 AM

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GavinC

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Originally Posted by inater

I would def not install the winch at the dealer.... they charge ridiculous amounts to do it. Idk where you are but if you find a reputable third party they usually do it for 1/3 of the price and most of the time do a better job. I think my dealer quoted 12k for the LR one and wouldn't do lucky8. Third parties quoted me $3-4K all in.

Sounds right. My dealer wanted $800+ for a set of 5 TPMS. Those coffee machines and shiny floors don't pay for themselves I guess.

Nov 10, 2022 | 12:42 PM

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makristal

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Thanks @GavinC ! I'm excited to start that. Found some other fun stuff to put on (Raptor lights) that I'll have to order and wire in!

Nov 10, 2022 | 01:05 PM

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Thanks @GavinC ! I'm excited to start that. Found some other fun stuff to put on (Raptor lights) that I'll have to order and wire in!

No worries

If you want to grab a beer sometime let me know. Would love to see the rig.

Sorry to derail the thread OP.

Nov 10, 2022 | 01:07 PM

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makristal

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Let's do it! We're on vacation for the next little bit, but when we're back I'll DM you. BTW, anyone have a preferred magsafe/iPhone mount for their cars? Been driving my crazy putting it on the wireless charger/cup holder....