Recent content by Chuck496

  1. Chuck496

    New Member from South Carolina

    The hood is locked down tight; no flutter at all. You will definitely want a flex head and a small extension on your ratchet. Getting the old nut off with the ratchet wasn't too bad, but threading the nut back on was tough. I have short fingers. Below is an excellent video on how the...
  2. Chuck496

    New Member from South Carolina

    Thanks! I think they made a big difference, too. I'm very pleased with them. The Ridge Grappler tires ride nearly as smooth as the stock tires.
  3. Chuck496

    New Member from South Carolina

    Thanks! Those are Rugged Ridge hood latches. They're a direct factory replacement, so no drilling necessary. They come with rubber pieces to mount between the latch and hood/fender to protect the paint. They're very easy to install. The hardest part for me was the piece that mounts to the...
  4. Chuck496

    New Member from South Carolina

    Hi from South Carolina! I have a 2015 Sport. So far, I've changed the top to a Trektop NX Plus, the wheels and tires to 17x9 Vision Manx 2 and Nitto Ridge Grapplers and a few other small mods. Next will be new bumpers and then a lift kit. I'll be scouring the forum for advice on those...