AEV Heat Reduction Hood
JK Freak
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: Austin, Tx
Originally Posted by HawesEA2
For all those wondering what the underside of the AEV hood looks like here is a photo:
<img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=366069"/>
<img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=366069"/>
JK Super Freak
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,276
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From: Ottawa Ontario
I Received the AEV hood - Paint cost 100 US $ .
I have one problem I'd like to share with you guys.
I installed the hoodlift kit (Part #93111 specific for the AEV hood) on my 2012 JK.
The install was done 100 % correctly and as per instructions. Measurements were taken and cross checked multiple times, so no problems there. After installing the shocks on the brackets (fat part up and shock rod down) I noticed that the shocks seriously pull on the body side (cowl) hood hinge and pushing the entire hood forward. This is very visible with the hood closed as the gap between the hood and the cowl noticeably increases.
When lifting and closing the hood everything is clear and operates smoothly. But when closed it's as if the shocks are too strong, pulling on the cowl and pushing the hood forward. I had to remove the shocks and seek your advice. (All my CJs and YJs were equipped with hood lifts . Never a problem).
It's as if the JK hood hinges are too flimsily attached to the cowl.
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I have one problem I'd like to share with you guys.
I installed the hoodlift kit (Part #93111 specific for the AEV hood) on my 2012 JK.
The install was done 100 % correctly and as per instructions. Measurements were taken and cross checked multiple times, so no problems there. After installing the shocks on the brackets (fat part up and shock rod down) I noticed that the shocks seriously pull on the body side (cowl) hood hinge and pushing the entire hood forward. This is very visible with the hood closed as the gap between the hood and the cowl noticeably increases.
When lifting and closing the hood everything is clear and operates smoothly. But when closed it's as if the shocks are too strong, pulling on the cowl and pushing the hood forward. I had to remove the shocks and seek your advice. (All my CJs and YJs were equipped with hood lifts . Never a problem).
It's as if the JK hood hinges are too flimsily attached to the cowl.
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JK Freak
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 730
Likes: 1
From: Maryland
Originally Posted by HawesEA2
For all those wondering what the underside of the AEV hood looks like here is a photo:
<img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=366069"/>
<img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=366069"/>
We have the hood so we know what it looks like.. In a "friendly way", we just want to know if anyone has put the stock inside liner on AEV hood ??
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 404
Likes: 1
From: Egypt
I finally chose not to put it because it would have been a water trap and actually now ... I don't miss it at all.
JK Freak
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 730
Likes: 1
From: Maryland
Originally Posted by desertbuzz
I wanted to put the OEM hood liner on the AEV hood and gave it many thoughts. I had also decided to cut out the space for the central vents as well as the side vent of course.
I finally chose not to put it because it would have been a water trap and actually now ... I don't miss it at all.
JK Enthusiast
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 210
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From: Erie, PA
I posted it to show those who are contemplating buying the hood that mentioned that it wasn't constructed to take the weight of the factory hood, etc. Just showing that it is built tough as nails, and also to show where the holes I drilled ended up.