Reviews for Rival 4x4 2A.ST.2702.1 Hood Lift Kit for 18-23 Jeep Wrangler JL & 20-23 Gladiator JT
Would have been a quick installation if the threads in the inserts matched the bolts. The inserts had course threads while the bolts were fine thread. Once installed it works just fine.
I wanted the convenience of doing away with the prop rod.
I'm rating a four, based on all the five star ratings, and photos in the listing. But I just ordered it, so I haven't tried it yet.
Quick install, works great, BUT the top screw for the hood was a little long and I could see it starting to push on the other side of the hood, I shortened the screws by ⅛ inch and there’s no issue now. Just watch the other side of the hood when tightening the bolts.
In these COVID-19 days of shortages, my order was directly shipped to my residence by the vendor. Item arrived ahead of the rest of my order and without damage to it's packaging or contents. Good directions and an easy install. IfI were to add anything to the instructions it would be to darken the color or note the fire wall for placement. Unlike others selling these, there was no need to drill holes or hood being pulled (forward). I recommend this product and am so far very satisfied with it's shipping, ease of install, and build quality. Rival should be considered if looking for arguably the best hood prop rod.
Installation level 1 - easy to follow instructions, installed in less than 30 mins.
I saw these recommended on a YouTube content channel for easy mods for your Gladiator. I ordered these from Quadratec. I would give this 5 stars, but I will explain the 4 stars:
1. After ordering, I got a message that this was being direct-shipped from the manufacturer. There was no further information on shipping status, order status, etc.
2. After not hearing anything for over a week, I reached out to Quadratec. They had to open a ticket, and reach out to the vendor. I was told "shipping next week".
3. It took 3 weeks to get :(
4. When it arrived, it's stamped "Made in Russia", hence, the time delay...
The kit overall was packed well. The struts are made in Germany, and are quality. The brackets and hardware all seemed solid. The instructions were all pictures, and were pretty clear to follow. Overall, I'm extremely pleased with the kit...
I'm not happy with the shipping debacle. Hence, 4 stars vs 5.
One of the bracket inserts that goes into the hood was not threaded. I had to thread the hole myself.
The written instructions are poorly done . Follow the Quadratec video.
The supports do not go high enough to use the original support. If you’re working under the hood, having the original support as a backup you would be safer.
Otherwise the pistons hold up the hood fine.
Install would have been a breeze except for that one of the brackets (part C in the install instructions) only had one of the two holes threaded. Luckily I had a tap set and was able to thread it myself. Otherwise, install was straight forward and easy and initial tests seem to work well.
Be careful!! The screws that hold the bracket for the hood are too long and when I screwed them in tight they put dimples (bumps) in the outside of the hood. Other than that they work great. If you don't tighten them down too tight it should be ok I would think but if the screws were shorter this wouldn't of happened.
Functions well once installed. Parts I received needed filing for the hole spacing to work out. Paid extra for what I thought would be a higher quality experience. Disappointing.