12 Bolt Differential Cover

[Matt]

Figured i'd create a new thread here to keep track. Please use the voting button so it's easier to tally.

NOTE: Since Jon has to work out prices for a specialty mold yet, choose the selection with the highest price you'd be willing to pay. This will let him know if it's a feasible option. For example if he would need to sell them at $180/cover to make a profit and everyone votes for $150 max, then it's not in his best interest to pursue this option.

[lekmedm]

I'm in!

I'll just mention that if, for example, the vote is for a max price of $150, but Jon's price may need to be $165, that's not a reason to ditch the project. It will be the degree of difference that may make the decision.

Fingers crossed!

[Matt]

^^ I agree. I didn't add that much resolution in because it just gets too complicated then. The goal is just to get a feel for where everyone stands to help him press forward. If everyone votes 150 and they end up being 165, i doubt there'll be an issue. But if he's looking at something over $200/unit and everyone votes 150, I would think he'll want to revisit the idea to see if its profitable for him to pursue.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I agree! Lets get this thing going! Im sure there will be a bit of interest on JF.com as well, maybe someone can make a thread in JC,com, I hate that forum so I dont feel like posting, I will be posting in XK of the month!!

[Matt]

I'll probably get banned on JC if i post another thread about a non-supporting vendor lol. Throw some PM's to the guys on JF interested... especially the 10-bolt guys so Jon can get that order going.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I just posted about the steel armadillo on there, couple hits already.. I cant stand these forums who ban people, its a hobby we all just want to enjoy it, the political stuff is so annoying

[Matt]

That's why we're here buddy. Freedom to share info and not fear getting banned, and no one telling us we can't offroad because we don't have SFA's.

Now back on topic before you get banned for going off topic! :p (j/k obviously)

[LWM]

That's why we're here buddy. Freedom to share info and not fear getting banned, and no one telling us we can't offroad because we don't have SFA's.

Now back on topic before you get banned for going off topic! :p (j/k obviously)

I love this forum, to the best of my knowledge I don't think anyone has EVER been banned here except for spammers.

[07JeepXK]

I voted $200. I'd like to pick one up for future XK if the become available.

[Gulf550]

well im in for a 12 bolt. I just want one, dont care of the price.

[LWM]

So far it looks like 7 on JeepForum and 8 here (per the poll).

[lekmedm]

So far it looks like 7 on JeepForum and 8 here (per the poll).

Woooohooooo.....!!!! :thumbup:

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[LWM]

Had a good phone conversation with the Company that I want to make our 12 bolt differential cover, I sent them an OEM one to use as a base and instructed them to add the drain hole, a real fill hole and Steel Armadillo Logo. I will keep you posted but I certainly hope that it is actually purchased or I will be out a LOT of money.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Consider 1 sold right noooooooooooooooooow!!!!

[07JeepXK]

I backed into a huge rock last weekend while wheeling and it didn't even scratch my 10 bolt cover. I hit it hard too.

[lekmedm]

Can you tell us which company? Are there any sample pics of their diff covers?

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[Matt]

Consider 1 sold right noooooooooooooooooow!!!!

X2.

Jon ill pre-purchase... and if the manufacturing falls through put it towards your front susp skid.

[07JeepXK]

Can you tell us which company? Are there any sample pics of their diff covers?

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It's the American Rebel diff cover. It's bada$$.

[stites-xk]

Agreed!

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[LWM]

Similar to this one but in 12 bolt configuration. Will be available in black or plain.

http://www.thesteelarmadillo.com/Steel-Armadillo-Rear-Differential-Cover-10-bolt-SA-ODC009C01.htm

[Cobrakillerta]

Any chance of getting a black one with a JEEP logo?

I'm hoping this happens soon as I need to change my diff. fluid and have everything ready for a change.

[LWM]

Any chance of getting a black one with a JEEP logo?

I'm hoping this happens soon as I need to change my diff. fluid and have everything ready for a change.

Due to the cost to make different versions it is my intention to make one design and make it availale in the three coatings.

[pjmjr508]

any eta?

[LWM]

any eta?

I sent them the OEM cover, I will call them tomorrow.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

And Jon, Ill still be purchasing one of these even though I wont have the XK anymore, I think it'll be a great wall piece!! And it will be a reminder of the XK