‘18 recon build

Arrcherr

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Emptybrass said:
I just hope I can use it. I’ll update or downdate. I don’t care they said up to ‘18 model year.


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I can't imagine why you wouldn't be able to, maybe ya just got a bum unit. If you haven't downloaded ignition and updated the unit yet that might be the best place to start. I would imagine your 18 would require the most up to date software patches available.

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Emptybrass

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Arrcherr said:
I can't imagine why you wouldn't be able to, maybe ya just got a bum unit. If you haven't downloaded ignition and updated the unit yet that might be the best place to start. I would imagine your 18 would require the most up to date software patches available.

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That’s what I was thinking after you know reading the instructions. Lol who ever does that??


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Arrcherr

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Emptybrass said:
My parts to be installed are piling up. Got the aev rear tire carrier and backup camera coming tomorrow. Any one want a 99 bmw? Lol


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If ya wouldn't mind let me know what you think of that carrier when you get it? I like it, it's pricey, but I still like it. Trying to decide between the ARB, Evo, and RockHard.
 
JK_Dave

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Arrcherr said:
If ya wouldn't mind let me know what you think of that carrier when you get it? I like it, it's pricey, but I still like it. Trying to decide between the ARB, Evo, and RockHard.
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It's been great to me. The reason I went with it is 1) I wanted to keep a one-handed operation of the tailgate and 2) I wanted the weight to be carried by the frame without having to add a bumper. You can see more pics on my build thread, but I run the AEV carrier and Evo frame rail cover. High clearance and light weight.
 
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wjtstudios said:
Ive had it on mine for 3 years and love it. No rattles and I have it loaded. Zero complaints


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JK_Dave said:
It's been great to me. The reason I went with it is 1) I wanted to keep a one-handed operation of the tailgate and 2) I wanted the weight to be carried by the frame without having to add a bumper. You can see more pics on my build thread, but I run the AEV carrier and Evo frame rail cover. High clearance and light weight.
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Thanks for the update guys! I really like the way that carrier looks, sounds like it's a solid performer too!
 
Emptybrass

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So I unpacked it and I want to cut the top bar section off. Anyone do that yet? Looks like spot to mount a light or ?


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wjtstudios

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Emptybrass said:
So I unpacked it and I want to cut the top bar section off. Anyone do that yet? Looks like spot to mount a light or ?


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Yeah, it’s a light mast. I run a back up/camp light and a back up camera up there that is dedicated to my rear view mirror and is always on. If you buy the gas tank to put on there you will have 98% less visibility out the back window. For safety reasons it’s worth setting up a dedicated camera.


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Emptybrass

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So tackled this pia today. Took 3 hours. The brass bushings are super tight. Had to removed all the coating to even get it in (with grease). The horizontal bar is about 1/2 too high for the cradle at its highest level without any shims. Kinda disappointed for something that cost so much and carries the aev name. Will post pics when the sun comes out tomorrow. Right now beer time.


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Emptybrass

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The landing pad is as high as it can go. How tight should the turn buckle be? Mine is hitting the tube when it’s open. How does your door feel when you close it? Mine seems to have increased resistance that last 2-3”


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