Fuel Door Installation
JK Newbie
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From: Rhode Island
I have an '07 two door and got the black Mopar fuel door. The only problem that I found was that the Mopar instructions (1 side of 1 paper) were incredibly vague. The install itself went smooth, but the access behind the fender is tight. Also, to anyone attempting this install: BE CARFULL PUSHING THE RETAINER CLIPS ON THE REAR OF THE NEW HOUSING, THE SHEET METAL ON THE BODY IS EXTREMELY THIN! THERE IS NO REINFORCEMENT FLANGE. IF YOU PRESS TOO HARD, YOU WILL BEND THE BODY METAL BEFORE YOU REALIZE IT!
-KEITH
-KEITH
JK Enthusiast
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From: Edison NJ
Screws
You aren't kidding about the thin metal. Anyway Thanks Rescue X for the write up and where to get it. I too bought new Screws.
they are the same size length but the head is 1mm thicker. They are Stainless Steel and color is gunmetal. I have 7 sets left over from a Package of 50.
if anyone wants a set let me know me $2.50 shipped
I dont need anymore.
Mike
they are the same size length but the head is 1mm thicker. They are Stainless Steel and color is gunmetal. I have 7 sets left over from a Package of 50.
if anyone wants a set let me know me $2.50 shipped
I dont need anymore.
Mike
Last edited by DBB888; Mar 8, 2007 at 04:32 PM.
JK Super Freak
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From: Ohio
You aren't kidding about the thin metal. Anyway Thanks Rescue X for the write up and where to get it. I too bought new Screws.
they are the same size length but the head is 1mm thicker. They are Stainless Steel and color is gunmetal. I have 7 sets left over from a Package of 50.
if anyone wants a set let me know me $2.50 shipped
I dont need anymore.
Mike
they are the same size length but the head is 1mm thicker. They are Stainless Steel and color is gunmetal. I have 7 sets left over from a Package of 50.
if anyone wants a set let me know me $2.50 shipped
I dont need anymore.
Mike
Thanx Don M.
JK Enthusiast
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From: Edison NJ
Last edited by DBB888; Mar 8, 2007 at 04:34 PM.
JK Newbie
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One other note on a possible install issue. On the door I received the locating pin that keeps the backing plate from rotating on the 1/4 panel was a tad too big for the hole and wouldn't push in. By the time I found this out I probably would have damaged something forcing the backing plate off so I just drilled out the locating pin and fashioned another one. Now it sits flush and looks great.
Just check the pin for molding flash or "lumps" before installing and shave it down. I'd get a pic to show what I'm talking about but it's too late since it's in.
Just check the pin for molding flash or "lumps" before installing and shave it down. I'd get a pic to show what I'm talking about but it's too late since it's in.
Last edited by incubus2432; Mar 20, 2007 at 04:06 AM.
JK Newbie
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From: San Antonio, TX
Fuel Door Installation
Great pictures on the fuel door installation. I just put mine on this weekend and you are right the directions are terrible. I followed the basic steps that were outlined in the pictures. I had room to work so I didn't actually unplug the light assembly as directed.
The fit and finish is great. Creates a nice smooth line.
The fit and finish is great. Creates a nice smooth line.
