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PRODUCT: JL Pro Rack System, MetalCloak Bumper
REV: D | 09-22-2023 | R74010
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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Summary of Contents for ARS JL Pro
- 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 Section 1: Tools & Notes on Installation Tools Required: This list is the recommended tools for ease of installation. Other versions of the same tool can be used. For example, Allen Wrenches instead of Allen Drive Sockets. 5mm Allen 7/32” Allen Socket Wrench 3/8”...
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- Page 9 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 1: Front Hoop Bracket Installation A. Remove antenna. B. Using a T40 torx wrench remove the four stock torx bolts from the side panel and hood cowl. C. Remove the cowl cover. D. Using cutters remove the plastic tab underneath the hood cowl. E.
- Page 10 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 1: Front Hoop Bracket Installation Enlarge the two outer flange stock bolt holes to 13/32”. Re-install both parts of the pier plates temporarily and hold in place with 2 of the stainless- steel allen- head bolts Mark the (3) upper bracket holes and the (1) lower rivet nut hole for drilling...
- Page 11 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 1: Front Hoop Bracket Installation Center punch and drill a pilot hole on the three upper bracket marked locations and step up to a 5/16” drill bit. Center punch and drill a pilot hole on the one side bracket marked location and step up to a 17/32”...
- Page 12 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 1: Front Hoop Bracket Installation Front Note Using a clamp hold the side panel securely to help prevent movement when cutting. Note: The marked locations are the parts that will need to be removed from the side panel. Back Note Page 12 of 23...
- Page 13 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 1: Front Hoop Bracket Installation O. Using the cut off wheel cut the notches on the front of the plastic side panel. The notches need to be wide enough to fit around the bracket standoffs (approx. 1/2” Wide). Using a cut off wheel cut off the plastic standoffs on the back of the side panel.
- Page 14 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 1: Front Hoop Bracket Installation Install the upper and side brackets. The side bracket sits on top of the upper bracket. Place a spacer washer between each of the three holes of the two brackets. Loosely install the provided bolts, washers and nuts into the three bolt holes.
- Page 15 Step 2: Front Hoop Mounting Base Installation Note: ARS highly recommends using blue lock tight on the four allen head bolts when installing the front hoop mounting base. W. Place the larger provided spacers into the top T40 bolt locations.
- Page 16 Tighten with a 7/32” allen wrench. DD. Using a 5mm allen wrench tighten the 4 Note: ARS recommends having a second pair of hands help install the allen bolts. Repeat on other side. front hoop. Page 16 of 23...
- Page 17 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 4: Rear Hoop Preparation EE. Install the bushing ends into the end of the rear hoop. FF. Install the bushing sleeve into the rear hoop bushing ends. GG. Using a 3/8” allen socket or wrench install the cross bar to the hoop ends. Page 17 of 23 R74000 | Rev D | 09/22/2023 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
- Page 18 Install the spreader bar clamp ends to the front hoop using the provided allen head bolts. DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN. ARS 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 19 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 4: Rear Hoop Preparation Note: When installing the rear hoop make sure the rear hoop is evenly spaced from the Jeep tub, use a square to make sure the rear hoop is straight vertically, and make sure there is clearance for the gas cap to open and close. Page 19 of 23 R74000 | Rev D | 09/22/2023 | Copyright 2011 Armored Works, LLC...
- Page 20 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 5: Rear Hoop Mounting Brackets (MetalCloak Bumper) KK. Once the rear hoop has been aligned mark the rear hoop foot holes for preparation for drilling. LL. Using a 9/16” socket remove the rear hoop mounting brackets from the hoop.
- Page 21 Installation Instructions Step 5: Rear Hoop Mounting Brackets (MetalCloak Bumper) OO. Drill the marked locations on the end caps to 3/8”. ARS recommends drilling a pilot hole first and working your way up to a 3/8” drill bit. PP. Paint any exposed metal to help prevent rust.
- Page 22 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 5: Rear Hoop Mounting Brackets (MetalCloak Bumper) SS. Re-install the bumper end caps onto the rear bumper. TT. Insert the rear hoop into the mounting bracket. UU. Using a 5/16” allen wrench install the button head bolts. VV.
- Page 23 Section 3: Installation Instructions Step 6: Spreader Bar Installation Note: ARS recommends using anti-seize on the spreader bar bolts. XX. Make sure the spreader bars are 40” on center. YY. Using a 1/4” allen wrench tighten the front spreader bar bolts.
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