Today I received the WK2 Mopar rock rails I ordered and they were damaged in shipping so the dealer was going to order a new set. After getting my hands on the Mopar rock rails (82212157AB) and looking more closely at them, I was impressed with the detail and could see how they would fit the contour of the Jeep perfectly but I was disappointed to see how thin the metal was that they are made from. My calipers measured .089 inches including the finish that is on them, which is about 14 gage steel. No way these Mopar rails would stand up to coming down hard on a rock without denting or bending.
I decided to cancel the re-order and will be returning the damaged ones to the dealer tomorrow for a refund.
Now I'm thinking that the Rocky-Road Outfitters Super Sliders are a better choice even though they leave a few inches of rocker unprotected at each end.
I really liked the look and fit of the Mopar ones, but I just can't see putting something so weak on the vehicle to protect the rocker panels since this Jeep will be frequently used on trails.
Before I commit again, I was wondering if anyone can tell me if the Mopar Rock Rails p/n 82213525AB (the Trailhawk style ones without the extra round bar) are any thicker material than the 82212157AB rails that I have?
I decided to cancel the re-order and will be returning the damaged ones to the dealer tomorrow for a refund.
Now I'm thinking that the Rocky-Road Outfitters Super Sliders are a better choice even though they leave a few inches of rocker unprotected at each end.
I really liked the look and fit of the Mopar ones, but I just can't see putting something so weak on the vehicle to protect the rocker panels since this Jeep will be frequently used on trails.
Before I commit again, I was wondering if anyone can tell me if the Mopar Rock Rails p/n 82213525AB (the Trailhawk style ones without the extra round bar) are any thicker material than the 82212157AB rails that I have?