They're actually there for a purpose...not just looks (although as stated...it definitely looks better with).
Believe it or not, Jeep actually doesn't just put crap on their vehicles for crap and giggles. They work for their purpose for most of the off roading population. Adding the ACE sliders around them will cover another large chunk of the population's off roading.
Just like DBA2GO and Astennis1 I've had a few run-ins with a rock or two and the only damage that resulted is a gouge. They did not bend at all and of course protected the body. Can you add even more real world protection other than the Rubi rails, sure can but unless you do some hard core rock crawling the Rubi rails should work just fine. Although I don't live around heavily dense forested trails maybe something other than the Rubi rails would also be warranted there too?
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I have a Sport and will admit, I bought them mainly for looks since JK's don't look "complete" without them but when I bought them and was installing them, I was impressed with how beefy they actually are.
Here's what I did. Platidip the rockers, next on are the Ace Rock Sliders. $350 for the sliders, $0 for the rubi rails. The rubi's are nice for sure, I just can't see spending almost $800 on both. Plus you save what, 40 pounds?
Here's what I did. Platidip the rockers, next on are the Ace Rock Sliders. $350 for the sliders, $0 for the rubi rails. The rubi's are nice for sure, I just can't see spending almost $800 on both. Plus you save what, 40 pounds?
Agreed. I don't see why people put the ace sliders on over the rock rails. The rocks rails are probably at least 40-50lbs of useless weight at that point.
Although personally I don't care at all for ace rock sliders due to the "loose" fitment, the way they hand down so much below the body.
Fwiw, I'm planning to do the Poison Spyder weld on rails added on to my stock rails. I have a 4dr on a leveling kit and don't want anything that hangs down at all as break over angle is crucial for my setup. I'd do the ACE but they hang down too much for my liking.
I thought the ACE weld-on kits were attached directly to the Rubi rails therefore there is no compromise of ground clearance. I could look on their web site but I'm banking on I'm right. If I'm wrong I'll eat some pretend dog poo.
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Depends on what you want. I'm not saying I have a problem with their construction or anything, they just don't appeal to me.
Several companies make sliders that bolt to the body via nutserts, steel or aluminum. Teraflex, poison spyder, lots of companies who's names I can't remember at the moment. Those would be my preference. The teraflex sliders are aluminum, sit up high just under the fenders and extend out past the body for good clearance and protection, and could also be used as a step. I don't have them, but that is what I will likely use to eventually replace my rubicon rails (which have served me fine except I'd like more body protection out from the side.
You're right about the ACE weld ons but I think the PS have a better step. I was referring to the bolt on over the Rubi rail version. Just throwing out a different idea.
I put on the synergy weld on kit, welded to the Rubi rail. Gotta say I'm on the fence about them. They are definitely functional for a step, (short wife mod) and look good, but don't come with any kind of support behind the rail. So, when you step on them, the weight is applied to the pinch seam and the connecting bolts. No prob for me or the wife, but if your a big boy, it could stress the seam IMO. http://www.synergymfg.com/Synergy-Suspension-Jeep-JK-Rubicon-Rock-Rail-Kit-p-18555.html
I like my Mopar enhanced rock rails with the tube added. Provide a little bit of a step and adds some distance from the body for protection including in parking lots. I had them on my 2006 LJR and came down hard on a rock and did no damage other than a little powder coat scuff where the rock hit it. They are pricey, but rock solid!
+1 on the rico kit. Look great, have held up to everything i have thrown at it including coming down on a rock on the edge and sliding of. Also great for maneuvering around tight trees. If you live in the NW you know what i mean. I used spray on bedliner to coat them and just a quick respray after each trip.
I like my Mopar enhanced rock rails with the tube added. Provide a little bit of a step and adds some distance from the body for protection including in parking lots. I had them on my 2006 LJR and came down hard on a rock and did no damage other than a little powder coat scuff where the rock hit it. They are pricey, but rock solid!
That was the guest thing I put on mine when I got my 2009 4 door so the wife and kids could get in easier. Got into an argument with a boulder one day and well, let just say the boulder one. Now I have rubi rails and Ace Rock sliders. Yes you lose a little with the ace as far as clearance but I'm happy with it. Just think of it as side bumpers.
Careful though, when they sent me my first pair they sent me two passenger side rails. After a phone call they quickly sent me the missing driver's side. Also they send you nuts and bolts to mount them. I was very pleased with them.
Thanks for the link! I've been watching Craigslist but no joy yet. Was also hoping to get some rubicon JKU spring & shock take offs. Found one seller but he ended up not being local so that was a bust too.
I've been watching CL also, with the same results as MrF. Just as soon as I buy a new set, a nice used set will show up.
I'm about to hijack my own thread, but what do the Rubi shocks and springs do that the shocks and springs on a Tow Pac, 2 door Sport S does not? My Jeep will be a daily driver, pretty close to stock for a while. But it is also going to serve as my "Weekend Adventurer" also. No real rough stuff planned, but you know how that often goes.
I've been watching CL also, with the same results as MrF. Just as soon as I buy a new set, a nice used set will show up.
I'm about to hijack my own thread, but what do the Rubi shocks and springs do that the shocks and springs on a Tow Pac, 2 door Sport S does not? My Jeep will be a daily driver, pretty close to stock for a while. But it is also going to serve as my "Weekend Adventurer" also. No real rough stuff planned, but you know how that often goes.
I you can snag rubicon springs from a JKUR you will get an inch or two of lift on a two door from what I have seen and heard. It depends on what springs you are currently running (can check the stock number attached to the spring)
The springs gave a buddy of mine a slight lift and the Rubicon (Red) shocks are a bit better than the stock (black) ones. Helped minimize the sag when he replaced his plastic bumpers with all steel.
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