Rock Sliders or Rock Rails are a critical in protecting the vulnerable rocker panels and pinch welds on your off-road vehicle. Rails with a built in step add another level of utility.
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Jeep Installs OEM Rock Rails On The Rubicon And Willys
Functional Rock Rails are included with at least the Rubicon and Willys Jeep models and possibly others. These are Mopar Rock rails that will do a great job of protecting rocker panels and the pinch weld that hold the
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These Are Aftermarket Mopar Performance Rock Rails With A Step
We eventually want to install a 2" Mopar Lift Kit on our Gladiator. This is my wife's vehicle. I need to make sure she can still easily get in and out when we do lift it. That is my main reason for installing these Jeep Rock Rails with a step. There is about a 4" flat spot to place a foot on these rails. Mopar Aftermarket parts can be trusted to fit well and be quality products.
Easy Install In - Just A Few Steps, About 1 Hour, Some Simple Hand Tools Its Done
Hardest part about this project was moving the heavy box. The actual install is a piece of cake (See time lapse video above.) The easiest on this Jeep next to replacing the crazy Jeep antenna with a stubby. Here is a list of tools and procedures and link to Install PDF:
For tools all you need is a ratchet wrench, 10mm and 13mm sockets and a torque wrench.
Hardware (provided) 8 - 10mm Nuts and 4 - 13mm Screws.
Step 1 - remove the OEM Rails (if equipped.)
Step 2 - Choose the proper rail, left or right
Step 3 - Gather provided hardware.
Step 4 - Place the bolts on rail through holes in pinch weld and get at least bolt (stops the rail from falling.)
Step 5 - Install remaining bolts and torque to specs
Step 6 - Repeat for remaining side.
Done! Enjoy your new Jeep Performance Rock Rails With A Step!
We Won't Know How Well The Steps Will Work Until We Install Lift Kit On Our Gladiator
We won't be able to gauge how helpful the side steps will be. Our Gladiator Rubicon is not yet lifted. As soon as we have the lift installed and are able to use them to get in and out I will update this post.
What I Do Know About These Rails So Far
They look great on the Gladiator
High Quality Strong Construction. The radiuses allow for a lighter gauge metal with incredible strength.
Perfect fit. There is a radius to the rails that matches the vehicle perfectly. All the bolt holes line up perfectly also.
Average size feet fit on the step section well. If you have a size 17 shoe that might be different.
If I ever install a roof rack I will be able to stand on the rails to reach it.
Now The Mopar Jeep Rock Rails Are Installed Next Step Will Be The 2"
Mopar Lift Kit
I'm really excited to install the lift kit on this vehicle. It is expensive! Might be a while till I can gather the extra cash. With the Gladiator having a longer wheelbase lifting it is required to provide a off-road clearance and make this Jeep a serious Overlanding machine.
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