RuffStuff Specialties diff covers?

[rocknxj]

Sorry, wasn't clear enough in my post - the bolts didn't break, the allen socket did, or at least the Crafstman brand one did. I was torquing them down per lube-locker's suggestion - somewhere around 30 ft-lbs I think.

I did mess up one bolts allen socket, but I think there were 4 extra so it wasn't a problem.

You've answered one of my questions. I have ordered a set of Lube Lockers and will reinstall my awesome Ruff Stuff diff cover when it arrives. I was not sure what to torque my countersunk bolts to, but now I know.

 

[Ba-Riedo]

So if the countersunk bolts loosen up is it just better to get the regular bolts?

-Alex

 

[JNickel101]

You've answered one of my questions. I have ordered a set of Lube Lockers and will reinstall my awesome Ruff Stuff diff cover when it arrives. I was not sure what to torque my countersunk bolts to, but now I know.

LubeLockers rule - there are two torque sequences, the first pattern you go thru and tighten to 15 ft/lbs, the second pattern you go to like 30-35 ft/lbs (as was stated above). I've never had a leak using these, and I've been able to re-use them 3+ times.

With that said, I just ordered some new LLs to use with my RuffStuff covers that I think I'll be ordering today

add that to the "I'm coming home to-do list!!!"

 

[xj-boonie]

So if the countersunk bolts loosen up is it just better to get the regular bolts?

-Alex

I haven't experienced them loosening up. I was just surprised the Craftsman allen socket kept breaking on me, till I went with a cheaper tool.

 

[Muad'Dib]

I had the same problem with the allen tool breaking or twisting when tightening... but thats a tool issue not a ruffstuff issue.

Out of curiousity however, what are you guys using to tighten the fill plug??

 

[C85D4x4]

I had the same problem with the allen tool breaking or twisting when tightening... but thats a tool issue not a ruffstuff issue.

Out of curiousity however, what are you guys using to tighten the fill plug??

Head of a bolt, then double nutting it so you can use it for tightening.

 

[xjtrailrider]

Head of a bolt, then double nutting it so you can use it for tightening.

X2, it is a 9/16" allen wrench so just take a 3/8x18(9/16" head) bolt and double some nuts up on it, works like a charm!

 

[Dan Fredrickson]

Thanks for all the help guys!

The bolt is a great way to save cash and space in your toolbox too, I just put 2 nuts on the end of a short bolt and tack weld them up tight.

 

[xjtrailrider]

Got my stickers today Dan! Thanks!

Stickers help hide the ugly on my Heep!

 

[LouisianaZJ]

Anyone deal with ruffstuff recently?

I ordered a cover about 2 weeks ago and have not seen any shipping updates or packages yet. Normal?

 

[C85D4x4]

call

 

[RCP Phx]

x2,while my 2nd replacement cover still leaks a little,it is stout!And Dan's willingness to make things right is by far outstanding!

On a side note,I think it would be as awsome thread(poll) to rate the vendors on their parts and service!

Example:
RE-Parts excellent/service questionable
Rusty's-parts questionable/service good
DPG-parts vary/service excellent
TW-parts excellent/service "hands downs" excellent

 

[JNickel101]

x2,while my 2nd replacement cover still leaks a little,it is stout!And Dan's willingness to make things right is by far outstanding!

On a side note,I think it would be as awsome thread(poll) to rate the vendors on their parts and service!

Example:
RE-Parts excellent/service questionable
Rusty's-parts questionable/service even worse
DPG-parts excellent/service incredibly excellent
TW-parts excellent/service "hands downs" excellent

Fixed it for you...

 

[D.I.T.A]

im sold

 

[Dan Fredrickson]

Anyone deal with ruffstuff recently?

I ordered a cover about 2 weeks ago and have not seen any shipping updates or packages yet. Normal?

Call me, you posed this question like we don't exist? I answer the phone 12 hours a day, 6 days a week!

 

[LouisianaZJ]

no, I was asking how long the shipping delay was normally.

Anayway, got it yesterday and it looks good, it took about 3 weeks. I would buy another one

 

[POLAR_JEEP_04]

where do you get lube lockers my 8.25 is alittle leaky after my ruff stuff cover... other than that it is the best cover i have ever used or even seen very heavy duty!!!

 

[Daedalus454]

where do you get lube lockers my 8.25 is alittle leaky after my ruff stuff cover... other than that it is the best cover i have ever used or even seen very heavy duty!!!

I got mine from Jason at JeepinOutfitters. I haven't installed them yet, but I'm pretty confident that they should fix the seepy bolt holes I'm having with my countersunk D30 cover.

 

[Muad'Dib]

My counter sunk D30 leaks. Not from the bolt holes though but from the fill/check hole. Im sure just some thread sealant will fix that right up.
By chance did those of you who are leaking from the bolt holes use both the gasket and black RTV? I used both and have had no problems with leaks from the bolts.

 

[souske]

I had the same problem with the allen tool breaking or twisting when tightening... but thats a tool issue not a ruffstuff issue.

Out of curiousity however, what are you guys using to tighten the fill plug??

could try using a countersunk bolt with a larger size allen cut to gain tool strength:wave: