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Black Limb Risers for the JK

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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 05:40 AM
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I was looking into limb risers because I like the functionality and the look... My buddy has had the river raiders for over a year and the galvanized cable is almost rusting now which made me look for other sources...

Is anyone running these? The look pretty solid & clean looking comparing the $40 price difference... Considering ordering a set this weekend...

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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 07:43 AM
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Originally Posted by mpkelley20
The company that makes them is local to me and I know the guy who designed them (full disclosure ). He's actually been wheeling with me and I can say that I wish I had these on my rig that day as we went through a lot of brush. His Jeep is clean. Mine looks like wolverine clawed his way across my hood. I am actually installing a set this weekend.

Funny how items like limb risers are sometimes laughed at by wheelers but they actually do provide a lot of good protection and not just with paint.

Northridge had these on their Facebook page about a week or two ago asking if people would be interested and it got a lot of positive feedback so maybe they will be carrying them soon.

But compred to River raider, I know they only use uncoated 1/8" cable where these are heavier with the coating. I can't say for sure if they will hold up against rust but the coating should at least slow it down if not prevent it.
Thanks for the info, glad at least someone here has seen them in person. I just ordered a set; will follow up next week with a brief review. cheers!
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 08:29 AM
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Oh so glad I found this thread! Looks like the 130 or 160 dollar ones! Decisions decisions! Is there any whistling while highway driving? And subscribed! Boo yah!
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 08:47 AM
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Originally Posted by jkfisher84
Oh so glad I found this thread! Looks like the 130 or 160 dollar ones! Decisions decisions! Is there any whistling while highway driving? And subscribed! Boo yah!
(OP - $130 Set) These are bullet proof, no noise - One time I got my jk up to 70mph and still nothing
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 09:32 AM
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I see! Thanks! How hard are the installs on these two! I've seen the others need a rivet gun!
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 02:59 PM
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Also seen these in person. Hold up great to the elements, solid design. Functionality while looking great! Build is quality, not some china shit.
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 03:18 PM
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Great looking risers, I think I'll order myself a set!
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 03:24 PM
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Originally Posted by jkfisher84
I see! Thanks! How hard are the installs on these two! I've seen the others need a rivet gun!
35 Minutes install at most. No rivets, uses counter sunk stainless hardware. All can be easily removed if desired. Betweem the joining face of the powder coated brackets and the oem paint is a thin rubber gasket to prevent metal/metal contact.
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 03:38 PM
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I think I have one more question to seal the deal! Does it work with a snorkel?
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by jkfisher84
I think I have one more question to seal the deal! Does it work with a snorkel?
Yes
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