? For those using OR-Fab Carrier
JK Super Freak
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From: joplin, MO
oh sorry didn't read it thru all the way. so the bumpstop that they are talking about is when they brake and the jeep comes to a complete stop, then the stress is being put on it? is that correct? 
What do you mean by keeping the stress off the tailgate? That's the beauty of the OR Fab design, there is no stress on the tailgate what so ever. All the weight is dispersed thru the body and brackets provided. The pressure on the tailgate that forum members are writing about, is the inward pressure or pushing of the carrier stop into one very small area in the lower left portion of the tailgate. Nothing is actually hanging on the tailgate itself.
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Las Vegas, NV
I just sanded or grinded the bump stop flat and have no problem with pressure on the lower part of the tail gate when closed. I did however have to grind it down to the extreme. Seems to be an issue that should be fixed. The bump stop just seems to be to thick for the area between the tire carrier and the tailgate.
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From: Phoenix, AZ
does ne one happen to have a write up of their installation of both the or fab carrier and whatever else they are using to keep the stress off of the tail gate. this carrier is one of the top ones on my list just because it's an easier solution of a tire carrier with/o the carrier/bumper combo. thanks guys
Hope this video helps.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9A9arKi45AM Yates
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JK Super Freak
Joined: Nov 2008
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From: Forest Hill, Maryland
Ok this is what I have come up with. I am going to use a M16 Flat washer. The convex end of the bumpstop should fit right into the center of the washer but apply the pressure more evenly throughout the washers surface area. I am going to paint the washer either black of Det Yellow and then clear it. Apply it to the tailgate with an adhesive/sealant like Locktite brand.. As soon as the rain goes away. hopefully by the middle of the week, and Yates how about some swag this way
JK Newbie
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From: Houston, TX
i picked up a "swivel eye bolt snap" attached by 8 inches of rope to the frame of the carrier..
http://XXX.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1...atalogId=10053
i originally had the same concerns as deton8. i put alot of pressure of the latch which casued the tailgate to buckle. i extended the latch so that it needs a little pressure to latch(but counter pressure needed against teh tailgate) and i use the snap bolt as a safety.
i've had it on since april with a ton of highway miles and 3 or 4 rausch trips. it ain't going anywhere.
if you look close, you can see the hook hanging on the end.
hey yates--i love your stuff
http://XXX.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1...atalogId=10053
i originally had the same concerns as deton8. i put alot of pressure of the latch which casued the tailgate to buckle. i extended the latch so that it needs a little pressure to latch(but counter pressure needed against teh tailgate) and i use the snap bolt as a safety.
i've had it on since april with a ton of highway miles and 3 or 4 rausch trips. it ain't going anywhere.
if you look close, you can see the hook hanging on the end.
hey yates--i love your stuff
