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PRODUCT: JT Gladiator OverCab Rack System
REV: A | 11-22-2021 | R74020
READ INSTRUCTIONS IN FULL BEFORE INSTALLATION.
QUESTIONS? CALL 916-760-4575 M-F 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST
The ARS experience includes the ease of installation of our products. We design for most contingencies, but installation
may be different based on different Jeep condition, configuration and/or year.
We are continually trying to improve our products and instructions – please help us by providing feedback and pictures if
you find any part of the instructions that do not match your Jeep or are not easily understandable.
If you have any difficulties at all, please give us a call. Thank you and enjoy your ARS Products!
IMPORTANT NOTE: We use Stainless Steel Hardware where possible. Therefore, a tube of Silver Anti-seize is provided and
should be used on all bolts—only a small amount is needed.
WARRANTY INFORMATION: This article is sold without warranty expressed or implied. No warranty or representation is made as to
this products ability to protect the user from injury or death. The user assumes that risk. The effectiveness, warranty and longevity of
this equipment are directly related to the way it is INSTALLED, USED and/or MAINTAINED. THE USER ASSUMES ALL RISK. By
purchasing this product and opening the packaging, purchasers expressly acknowledge, understand and agree that they take, select
and purchase these ARS products from Armored Works, LLC, its affiliates and distributors and agents as is and with all faults. The
entire risk as to the quality and performance of these ARS products is with the purchaser. Working on your vehicle can be a dangerous
activity. If you are unsure of what you are doing, please leave mechanical or safety critical work to a skilled mechanic. We take no
responsibility for the incorrect use and/or installation of ARS products.

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  • Page 1 ARS products from Armored Works, LLC, its affiliates and distributors and agents as is and with all faults. The entire risk as to the quality and performance of these ARS products is with the purchaser. Working on your vehicle can be a dangerous activity.
  • Page 2 QUESTIONS: Any questions or comments about the instructions? Call us at 916-760-4575 M-F 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST. Page 2 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 3: Product Components

    Section 2: Product Components Page 3 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 4 D. Using a dremel enlarge the T40 torx holes on the hood cowl making sure they are large enough to fit the upper bracket’s 1/2” standoffs. Do NOT use a drill to open the holes. Page 4 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 5 The side bracket bolt hole that requires drilling on the passenger side should align with a pre-existing hole that will need to be expanded to 17/32”. Page 5 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 6 M. Using the provided installation tool install the rivet nut into the 17/32 hole. Use a 9/16 socket and 11/16 wrench for the installation tool. Page 6 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 7 Note: The marked locations are the parts that will need to be removed from the side panel. Back Note Page 7 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 8 Using the cut off wheel cut the notches on the front of the side panel. The notches need to be wide enough to fit around the bracket standoffs. Q. Using a cut off wheel cut off the previously marked center bracket. Page 8 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 9 U. Install two of the provided allen bolts into the drilled-out stock locations to hold the side bracket into place. Install the provided bolt and split washer into the rivet nut. Page 9 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 10 If the allen head bolts do not move freely you must unbolt and readjust the bracket. Once the allen head bolts move freely remove the two bolts and reinstall the hood cowl. Page 10 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 11 CC. Loosely install the mounting base into the side spacers using the provided longer allen bolts. DD. Using a 5mm allen wrench tighten the 4 allen bolts. Repeat on other side. Page 11 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 12 HH. On the passenger side insert the antenna into the provided antenna clamp and secure to the mounting bracket using the provided hoop allen bolt. Tighten with a 7/32” allen wrench. Page 12 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 13 JJ. Install the bushing sleeve into the rear hoop bushing ends. KK. Install the rubber bumper to the rear hoop bracket using a 5/32 allen and 3/8 wrench. Page 13 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 14 LL. Using a 5mm allen install the rear cab hoop bracket to the stock bed lower hole. MM. Install the ARS J-hook on the lip of the bed (between the cab and bed) and attach to the rear hoop bracket using the provided carriage bolts and nuts;...
  • Page 15 9/16” socket. PP. Fully tighten the rear hoop bracket hardware. Note: The rear hoop bracket should hover over the bed side rail. Note Page 15 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 16 SS. MetalCloak recommends having a second person help install the spreader bar clamps to the rear hoop using the provided allen head bolts. DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN. Page 16 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
  • Page 17 Torque to 24ftlbs. VV. Using a 1/4” allen wrench tighten the rear spreader bar bolts. Torque to 24ftlbs. WW.Make sure all hardware is fully tightened. Page 17 of 17 R74020 | Rev A | 11/22/2021 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...