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SarahW · 02-15-2012, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by JimM68

Ouch. Posts like this make me glad I'm a confirmed DIYer...

Blue ox bumper mount hookups for wranger $52
1/4" steel plate rock crawler bumpers $140 each
Alladin tow bar, with 6 pin umbilicle, used , craigslist $300
Stay n play brake system, used, irv2 classifieds, $400
Misc stiff todo wiring hookup $100 ish
Weekend's labor, priceless.

Ah, if only you were my next-door neighbor.

SarahW · 02-15-2012, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by John H...

I just wrote a post and lost it. So, they make a kit where you can install seperate light sockets beside the originals if there is extra space available. Works seperately from the toad and gets power from MH. They should also be on their website.

Ah...so you're getting the light kit from ReadyBrake, too? Thanks. I need to call them and get the lowdown on everything I want/need to purchase.

Mr_D · 02-15-2012, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Hikerdogs

My experience is that they generally charge as much or more than the dealers to avoid under cutting the dealer network.

Exactly right.

Barrier2 · 02-15-2012, 01:15 PM

Hi Sarah, My setup for my 2012 Wrangler JKU 4 dr is: Currie Base Plate- $250 shipped,
Ready Brute Elite (combined brake and Tow Bar)$1000 shipped, Ready Stop Break Away $100 Shipped, Light wire set up $125. Installation on Jeep 3- 4 hrs. (depends on local labor rate) all installs are not Warranty threatening on my 2012 Wrangler. Parts $1250 . Hardest part is the Base Plate and that is relatively easy some holes to drill and bolts to install and a small amount of cutting. Wires and Brake are easy set-ups.Total labor here $400
Total $1650 obviously less if you can do some not all of the work.
This is not Heavy Duty Technical kind of work. Good conscientious workers can do this. The work is done on your Jeep except for the light to let you know when the Toad brake is on. That will require your MH Any RV dealer should be able to do that under 1 hour.
The Jeep work could be done by any Jeep Dealer or Independent shop. NSA as was mentioned should be able to supply a local Mechanic.
Robert

jim.smithjr · 02-15-2012, 01:48 PM

I just had my 2012 Ford Explorer set up with the best Blue Ox stuff I could find for $2495 Cdn installed, Brake Buddy Vantage is on the way for $1495 and I had a Paint Protection Kit installed on the Explorer. That's the thick, clear, non-yellowing film that is really necessary on new water based painted vehicles (the law here in Canada, and getting popular in the USA). Water base paint is soft and never hardens so it chips easily.

SarahW · 02-15-2012, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Barrier2

Hi Sarah, My setup for my 2012 Wrangler JKU 4 dr is: Currie Base Plate- $250 shipped,
Ready Brute Elite (combined brake and Tow Bar)$1000 shipped, Ready Stop Break Away $100 Shipped, Light wire set up $125. Installation on Jeep 3- 4 hrs. (depends on local labor rate) all installs are not Warranty threatening on my 2012 Wrangler. Parts $1250 . Hardest part is the Base Plate and that is relatively easy some holes to drill and bolts to install and a small amount of cutting. Wires and Brake are easy set-ups.Total labor here $400
Total $1650 obviously less if you can do some not all of the work.
This is not Heavy Duty Technical kind of work. Good conscientious workers can do this. The work is done on your Jeep except for the light to let you know when the Toad brake is on. That will require your MH Any RV dealer should be able to do that under 1 hour.
The Jeep work could be done by any Jeep Dealer or Independent shop. NSA as was mentioned should be able to supply a local Mechanic.
Robert

Thanks, Robert. So the Currie base plate is not a direct bolt-on? I guess I thought it was a Jeep add-on, so it would just fit with no adjustment necessary.

By the way...speaking of the indicator light for when the toad brakes are on, I see a wireless model on the NSA website. Did you choose the wired version or the wireless?

Barrier2 · 02-15-2012, 02:02 PM

Hi Sarah, Prior to 2012 it did fit perfectly. They added some gussets to the Jeep in 2012 which May require some grinding to the Currie. Nothing out of the usual fitting required for any item installed on a Jeep. Drilling is also required as is the case with all base plates. The number of owners who install front base plates is very small in comparison to the number of Jeeps sold. The Currie also serves as a form of skid plate for the front suspension, lower radiator etc. it is very substantial. If you look under the Jeep, just below the bumper you will see a thin plastic part with ridges the Currie replaces that part.
Robert

SarahW · 02-15-2012, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Barrier2

Hi Sarah, Prior to 2012 it did fit perfectly. They added some gussets to the Jeep in 2012 which May require some grinding to the Currie. Nothing out of the usual fitting required for any item installed on a Jeep. Drilling is also required as is the case with all base plates. The number of owners who install front base plates is very small in comparison to the number of Jeeps sold. The Currie also serves as a form of skid plate for the front suspension, lower radiator etc. it is very substantial. If you look under the Jeep, just below the bumper you will see a thin plastic part with ridges the Currie replaces that part.
Robert

Thanks again, Robert. So does the Currie come with those clevis attachment things? Also, how does it look on the Jeep? I want the least obtrusive baseplate, if that makes sense. I appreciate the info.

Barrier2 · 02-15-2012, 03:58 PM

Hi Sarah,
Very unobtrusive compared to others.It takes the place of the plastic part in the same place. You can see one attachment point, same on other side just next to and beneath the fog light.
Robert
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SarahW · 02-15-2012, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Barrier2

Hi Sarah,
Very unobtrusive compared to others.It takes the place of the plastic part in the same place. You can see one attachment point, same on other side just next to and beneath the fog light.
Robert
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Wow, thanks for that. A picture truly is worth 1,000 words.

whem2fish · 02-15-2012, 05:24 PM

sara check pm

SarahW · 02-15-2012, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by whem2fish

sara check pm

I don't see a PM from you. Didja send it?

ronspradley · 02-15-2012, 07:11 PM

I have been setting up a '98 CRV to tow. Craigs List and E-Trailer got me thru it. I already had Roadmaster Stowmaster 5000 tow bar. Got base plate and a 2" receiver hitch from Craigslist. Had to get installation kit from E-Trailer for receiver hitch and also got wiring harness with separate bulb fitting into rear brake light assembly for CRV. Installed all myself. I also use Brake Buddy that I purchased on Craigslist a couple of years ago for $300.00. I will probably be visiting brother in Houston in a couple of weeks. I would be glad to look at your set-up and assist if I can. At least I can show you what mine looks like and what I did there. Best of luck on your new install.

ronspradley

SarahW · 02-15-2012, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ronspradley

I will probably be visiting brother in Houston in a couple of weeks. I would be glad to look at your set-up and assist if I can. At least I can show you what mine looks like and what I did there. Best of luck on your new install.

ronspradley

You are too kind, Ron. I appreciate your offer very much, but I would never impose. I'm sure we'll figure it out and end up doing most of the installation ourselves. Thanks again and enjoy your visit with your brother.