DIY Jeep Wrangler JK grab bar RAM ball mount for less than $12
I've wanted to add a GPS RAM Ball mount to my Jeep JK Wrangler for a long time, and I finally figured out a way to do it DIY on the cheap. Total build/install time is 20 minutes or less.
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Tools needed:
Step 1: Slide the cover off the end of the grab bar - don't use any tools which will damage the plastic - just push with your thumb towards the center of the Jeep. http://static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp...er-720x480.jpg Step 2: Using your ratchet, extension bar and 8mm socket, remove the bolt holding on the grab bar. It can be a little tricky to actually get it out once it's loose, wiggle the bar and fish it out. If you have to, you can unbolt the other side of the grab bar too. Note the worlds' strangest thread on the bolt. http://static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp...ew-720x480.jpg Step 3: Drill a 3/4" hole in the plastic cover. You want it centered top to bottom, and 1 5/16" from the flat side. De-burr the outside of the cover with some fine sandpaper or your fingernail. http://static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp...le-720x480.jpg Step 4:
http://static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp...th-720x480.jpg Step 5: (not pictured) Tape up your ball and the thread on the Jeep bolt and paint the whole thing with some rust-preventative paint. Step 6: Slide the plastic cover back onto the grab bar, then insert the whole contraption into the hole. The washer will fit perfectly through. http://static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp...ld-720x480.jpg Step 7: Tighten the thing down with your 6mm Allen wrench - get it really tight so the grab bar is solid. While you're here, take the cover off the other side and tighten it with your ratchet - make that grab bar rock solid. http://static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp...ll-720x480.jpg Step 8: Put your RAM arm or whatever you want onto your new RAM Ball, and have a beer - all done! http://static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp...er-720x480.jpg http://static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp...er-720x480.jpg I hope that's helpful. I also wrote this up on my website: DIY Jeep Wrangler JK grab bar RAM ball | The road chose me -Dan |
Great idea. I was looking to do this for a tablet
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