Installing MORryde tailgate reinforcement kit (Should I make a gasket / barrier between the kit and tub?)

DaveC · Feb 3, 2021

I'm getting ready to install the MORryde tailgate reinforcement kit on my TJ and the manufacturer doesn't include any type of barrier to go between the plates, hinges, etc. and the tub. I'm curious if I should cut some 1/16" rubber sheeting to create a barrier between the kit and the tub. While the kit's powder coated, it still strikes me as a metal to metal contact.

I don't foresee myself ever removing the kit once installed, but I also want to approach that as a possibility, so in the interest of preserving the surface of the tub, should I go to the trouble of creating my own 'gasket' or is the powder coating enough?

BlueChip · Feb 3, 2021

My tailgate was all scratches up from the stock carrier from Sand and dirt getting between it and gate.

I cleaned it up and painted it. But I like your gasket idea. But same may happen through vibration and dirt.

DaveC · Feb 3, 2021

BlueChip said:
My tailgate was all scratches up from the stock carrier from Sand and dirt getting between it and gate.
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I cleaned it up and painted it. But I like your gasket idea. But same may happen through vibration and dirt.
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That's a well-done clean-up job. Fortunately, I haven't had that happen to mine yet.

Chris · Feb 3, 2021

I never did on mine.

Bionic_Scorpion · Feb 3, 2021

I installed the same kit on my jeep and its rock solid. I wonder if using a 1/16" rubber sheet would possibly cause shifting with the weight of the tire bouncing around since the rubber would have some give to it even if its a very small amount.

Bionic_Scorpion · Feb 3, 2021

On second thought, you might could use the spray rubber on the back of the kit. It would be very thin but would be enough to keep it from metal to metal contact without allowing any movement. Just a thought.

BlueChip · Feb 3, 2021

Bionic_Scorpion said:
On second thought, you might could use the spray rubber on the back of the kit. It would be very thin but would be enough to keep it from metal to metal contact without allowing any movement. Just a thought.

Excellent idea. It wouldn’t be free floating to “flap” and very thin. Plus metal to metal concern would be gone.

BlueChip · Feb 3, 2021

BlueChip said:
Excellent idea. It wouldn’t be free floating to “flap” and very thin. Plus metal to metal concern would be gone.

Or as always us Jeep owners are over thinking it haha

DaveC · Feb 3, 2021

Bionic_Scorpion said:
On second thought, you might could use the spray rubber on the back of the kit. It would be very thin but would be enough to keep it from metal to metal contact without allowing any movement. Just a thought.

I didn't think of that. That's a lot easier than cutting 'gaskets' out of rubber sheeting. You may be onto something here.

Irun · Feb 3, 2021

I use this stuff anytime I install armor, rockers, etc., where there will be metal on metal. Generally, I'll do 2-3 coats and let it harden for a minimum of 24 hours.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005SGM0YK/?tag=wranglerorg-20

DaveC · Feb 3, 2021

Irun said:
I use this stuff anytime I install armor, rockers, etc., where there will be metal on metal. Generally, I'll do 2-3 coats and let it harden for a minimum of 24 hours.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005SGM0YK/?tag=wranglerorg-20

Another good idea. So what you're saying is that's you running around the lake in a Flex Seal bottomed boat on TV, right?

DaveC · Feb 3, 2021

Irun said:
I use this stuff anytime I install armor, rockers, etc., where there will be metal on metal. Generally, I'll do 2-3 coats and let it harden for a minimum of 24 hours.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005SGM0YK/?tag=wranglerorg-20

Didn't think to ask until I'd hit enter on my last post, but roughly how thick would you say it winds up being once dry (a single coat)?

Irun · Feb 3, 2021

I spray thin coats, so I don't gets runs that will make the surface uneven. Even after my typical 3 coats, I'd say it's somewhere around 1/16". Not a lot, but enough to keep the metal on metal rubbing minimized. Technically, there are other cheaper products, but I've done this process a dozen or more times with good results.

DaveC · Feb 3, 2021

Irun said:
I spray thin coats, so I don't gets runs that will make the surface uneven. Even after my typical 3 coats, I'd say it's somewhere around 1/16". Not a lot, but enough to keep the metal on metal rubbing minimized. Technically, there are other cheaper products, but I've done this process a dozen or more times with good results.

Excellent; those are the details I needed to hear. It's looking like Flex Seal for the win. Many thanks!

PCO6 · Feb 3, 2021

Irun said:
I use this stuff anytime I install armor, rockers, etc., where there will be metal on metal. Generally, I'll do 2-3 coats and let it harden for a minimum of 24 hours.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005SGM0YK/?tag=wranglerorg-20

I've used Flex Seal tape for similar things.

Flex Tape Rubberized Waterproof Tape, 4 inches x 5 feet, Black: Amazon.ca: Tools & Home Improvement

freedom_in_4low · Feb 3, 2021

I just swapped my MORryde kit from my TJ to my LJ. There was a bunch of dirt trapped in between but once cleaned up I can't tell it was ever there. I did follow their guidance in applying a good coat of wax to the paint that would be covered.

I plan to use flex seal spray under my rocker guards, figure it can't hurt and being down low it seems like a place more likely to trap water. Couldn't hurt under a MORryde kit either but I'll probably wait until i go to 35s to go back and add it. I'll have a bunch of it apart at that point since I'm sure I'll be reworking the carrier and snubber spacing.

alittleoff · Feb 3, 2021

A gasket can be made from a clear plastic container like what cookies come in, the kind that fold over and snap shut.

Bionic_Scorpion · Feb 3, 2021

DaveC said:
I didn't think of that. That's a lot easier than cutting 'gaskets' out of rubber sheeting. You may be onto something here.

I've used Plasti Dip on different metal parts and it goes on very thin. Like one coat is about as thin as a sheet of paper. Keep it as thin as possible and you shouldn't get any flex.

James9100 · Oct 7, 2024

Got my MORryde kit in and also thinking I’d like to use something between the steel and body, just to protect the paint.
Rather than using a rubberized spray, does anyone have any ideas of a type of tape that would work to put on the back of the MORryde parts?
Gorilla tape would work well but I’m thinking might be too thick? Maybe just regular duct tape or packing tape?

macleanflood · Oct 7, 2024

James9100 said:
Got my MORryde kit in and also thinking I’d like to use something between the steel and body, just to protect the paint.
Rather than using a rubberized spray, does anyone have any ideas of a type of tape that would work to put on the back of the MORryde parts?
Gorilla tape would work well but I’m thinking might be too thick? Maybe just regular duct tape or packing tape?

If you did something I'd do a sheet of self adhesive neoprene. 1/16".

https://rubbersheetwarehouse.com/pr..._content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic

Anything you put between the pieces will just help trap dirt and moisture.

-Mac

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