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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 06:34 PM
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Default Quarter panel install/prep

Hey wondering what most ppl do to prep their xj for installing upper quarter panel armor. I want to do a clean job. What sprays after drilling the body to prevent rust? Do you seal the armor with a silicone or epoxy of some sort?
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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 07:27 PM
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Dont seal the armor. When i did mine I drilled all the holes, cleaned it then sprayed white paint on the rough metal just to prevent it from rusting. it matched my white jeep just fine. Then i bolted it on.

I suggest getting stainless hardware or painting the alan head screws you get. Mine rusted a couple weeks after i bolted them on. I just painted them while they were on the jeep to get rid of the rusty bolt look lol.
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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 07:43 PM
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Ya I got paint mixed at napa for $20 12oz can
Going to match my white
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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 09:14 PM
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You could use seam sealer on the edges and holes.Once it drys you can paint over it too.
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