Here are more pics for now. I really need the 22" factory reps to come out already to pull together the look.
Notice the three lines. This, besides the smooth finish is the only real difference on the front piece vs stock. At first I wasnt too excited about the lines, but now I appreciate the unique look.
Went the convenient way. Of course not cheapest. Local dealer ordered it. He beat the pricing of Just for Jeeps by atleast 10% on everything and I have no shipping costs. Had him paint it too. It was about $900 all said and done. they dont make my color in the painted version, just primed.
I dont think they sell just the front lip. I ordered it as the complete body kit. I will probably be selling the old front lip. Unless you are looking for those three lines near the fogs, the lower valance can be refinished to look the same.
Here is the part number for body kit: 82211093AB
Part numeber for the chrome Overland lower bumper strip: 68033817AA
So here is a little status update. The project will continue this weekend.
Mock up a cardboard template for the lower mesh grille.
Using paint cans for weight to keep the mesh from rolling up. It came in a roll from shipping and wants to stay that way
Cut out the template after marking it with a sharpie. Cut tabs (just like the reference thread link above) to attach the mesh to the lower bumper.
Here is my homemade break. Just sandwiched the mesh between the two edges so that I can bend a 90 degree in the tabs. Just pressed each tab down flush against the edge of the work bench.
Attaching the mesh with SS fasteners and fender washers. Once the lower bumper is reassembled it will add rigidity to the mesh grille. Also the chrome Overland strip will give it a clean edge at the start of the mesh.
Another view. I assembled the mesh first, then unassembled for painting. This way there is less chance to scratch the finish on the freshly painted mesh. Black Rustoleum gloss along with gloss clear coat, just like the custom upper grille.
I hope to have the entire bodykit finished and on this weekend. Just need to finish painting the mesh and put it back together with the bodykit front lower grille.
I will also need to remove the stock side skirts and install the new ones. Already have the plastic rivets thanks to the sticky regarding these (http://www.jeepgarage.org/showthread.php?t=4110). Ordered the Mopar rivet gun today from J4J. (yes I used the 5% promo code, thanks!). Also recruited the help of my brother on this mission, so all bases should be covered.
I am not sure from memory. I will give you a side by side comparison pic. I can also take a quick measurement of each. Unfortunately it will have to wait until the weekend because I am out of town on business.
WOW!!! this looks awesome... i have an 06 in black and i am planning on eventually doing an 08 front bumper conversion and get the mopar kit. then the srt8 rear bumper and rims. i am glad i have finally seen this kit in black and it looks as amazing as i thought!!! very nice. where did you get the kit from? what was total cost for the kit and paint?
The jeep looks awsome! I have the same model and was thinking about switching to the srt8 front but ager seeing yours i think i might follow in your steps. Did the bumper include the chrome strip? The side rails look just like the srt8 ones as well. Awsome mod, and thanks for your help with the mesh as well.
It did not include the chrome strip. that set me back another $90. You could skip the chrome, especially if you did not do the lower mesh. I have even see someone do the lower custom mesh without the chrome piece. From what I hear, the side skirts are the same. You will need a plastic rivet gun for the side skirts. I got mine form J4J.
Yeah right!! I am dying for the 22" reps, but I am getting inpatient. I may just go for the 20"s since it is just about cruising weather. I already have the SRT Bilsteins, and SRT sways (both yet to be installed) and am just making the final decision on the springs. I am leaning toward the eibachs.
Idk how I missed this thread this exactly wat I have been woundering if the mopar body kit was longer then the stock valance..so perrty much the edge is more agressive and the three lines is wat changes...I have one question does the sides rocker skirts sit lower then the front valance?? Or are they evend out
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