REMINDER: 20% Frame-Built Bumper Sale Ends Thursday, March 31!

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!

A quick reminder that the Frame-Built Bumper 20% Off Sale for CJ/YJ/TJ/LJ Bumpers Ends Thursday, March 31, 2011!

So now is the time to pull the trigger and add a MetalCloak Frame-Built Bumper to your rig! With dozens of options and over 600 possible configurations, the perfect bumper for your style and your wheeling needs is only a click away.

And check out the new video just posted on YouTube and created by Scott Becker to better explain the Frame-Built Bumper System.

Click Here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4OkGaW7NMqc

See you on the rocks... or not!

Matson "Matsonian" Breakey
MetalCloak.com
916-631-8071

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Q: What is the difference between Genright's HiLines and MetalCloak Tube Fenders.

A: Quite a bit.

We get this question a lot.

Not only with Gen-Right but with other manufacturers as well. So over the next couple months, I will be posting some general differences here. Differences that are not just our opinion, but, like in the case of Gen-Right, are taken right out of their website, marketing materials, or installation instructions.

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First let me say that style is style. And if someone simply prefers the style of another company's fenders over ours, that is personal and we would never judge one's personal taste.

However, when in comes to other important issues like clearance, fitment, quality and price, there are some definite advantages to owning MetalCloak.

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Some Differences between the Genright Hi-Line Kit for TJ/LJ and the MetalCloak Overline or Arched Tube Fenders for TJ/LJ...

All the brackets and hardware to install the inner fender and replacement battery & package brackets are included… per the Genright website regarding Hi-line fenders:

"Inner fender mounting kit sold separately"

MetalCloak is a direct un-bolt and bolt-on… per the Gen-Right website regarding Hi-line fenders:

"THIS IS NOT A DIRECT BOLT ON!!! You have got to really want these fenders on your Jeep! It is going to take a lot of work! If you are not up to the job, have a professional install them or DO NOT buy them!"

MetalCloak allows for the remount of all stock components to your TJ/LJ… per the Gen-Right website regarding Hi-Line fenders:

"Depending on your vehicle's original equipment, you may have to disconnect and remove some luxury items under the hood (like the washer fluid bottle).”

“Because there is physically less space under the hood, we strongly recommend switching to a smaller gel type battery”

You will likely need to replace your air intake system with the Gen-Right Hi-line fenders as well but that is not pointed out on their site.

MetalCloaks when purchased with our Premium Black Textured Powdercoat (video) come completely finished and ready to bolt on… per the Gen-Right website regarding Hi-line fenders

“Fenders are sold un-painted and require finish work before painting.”

MetalCloak includes a new set of aluminum replacement inner fender liners… per the Gen-Right website regarding Hi-Line fenders

“Re-uses original inner fender well”

NOTE: The use of an original inner fender well greatly reduces your clearance vs. the MetalCloak replacement Aluminum Inner Fender well.

MetalCloak allows you to use your stock hood as-is with no modifications… per the Gen-Right website regarding Hi-Line fenders

“Can be used with your existing factory hood, cut down (with template provided in GenRight kit).”

NOTE: Cutting your hood along the hi-line form removes the strengthening rib/flange along the edge length of the hood and requires the addition purchase of a weather stripping piece to cover the cut line edge.

MetalCloak and Gen-Right Hi-lines have similar clearance above the tire… however MetalCloak has substantially more clearance behind the tire.

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Cost and Time Comparison...

MetalCloak Overline Tube Fenders

• Fenders: $599
• 6" Flare: $249
• Black Texture Powdercoated: $168
• Installation Kit: Included
• Inner Fender Wells: Included
• Damage to Stock Fenders: None, Can be Re-Sold fro $200 - $600
• Tools required to install: A ratchet and a couple allen wrenches.

• Total Cash Cost: $1016 before tax and shipping
• After Selling Fenders: $816 (if Fenders sell for minimum).

• Time to Install Once Box is Received: 4 - 8 hours.

Gen-Right Hi-Line Tube Fenders

• Fenders: $599
• 6" Flare: Included
• Black Textured Powdercoat: Not available, $200 - $300 walking off the street to a local powder-coater, less if you have a friend or connections. Fenders require extensive finish work if you are going to paint them, which can be another $200 - $400 in labor.
• Installation Kit: $159
• Inner Fender Wells: Must Cut and reuse Stock Fenders.
• Damage to Stock Fenders: Cut, not able to re-sell.
• Tools required to install: Ratchet, allen wrenches, cutting wheel or sawzall, grinder, optional rivet tool, and drill just to make it fit right.

• Total Cash Cost: $958 before tax and shipping and assuming only $200 on finish.
• Cannot resell fenders for cash.

• Time to Install once box is received: Up to one week, if you have the tools and the means to get them finished and installed. Installation itself (not the finishing process) can take up to 10 hrs (according to Jobbers surveyed).

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You can draw your own conclusions. In our humble opinion, the Gen-Right Fenders simply to not add up to the MetalCloak product quality, ease of installation and cost/time value.

Please feel free to contact us at 916-631-8071 if you have any questions at all about this post.

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NOTE: For YJ, CJ owners, while the specifics are different, the comparisons in quality and clearance are similar.

Win a JK, Christmas Deadlines, Beanies are Here, Pic of the Week & More!

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!

With Christmas only a couple weeks away, orders have been coming in daily -- We hope you are one of the lucky ones getting a little MetalCloak under the tree!

Remember to Follow us on Facebook for ultimate updates, great specials and more: facebook.com/metalcloak

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CHRISTMAS DEADLINES...

We've already passed the deadline for orders to be delivered before Christmas. However, if you place an order any time in the next couple weeks, and order a shirt, beanie or stickers, we will ship that item immediately so you can use it as a "guess what I got you" gift under the tree. But you must order by December 17.

Just put CHRISTMAS GIFT in the Notes Section of your order.

http://www.metalcloak.com

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REMINDER... WE'RE HELPING YOU WIN A JK!

For every order between November 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010, we are automatically entering you to win the CA4WD JK!

Yes, it doesn't have MetalCloak fenders, but if you win it, we'll give you a great deal on Cloaking it Out!

All you need to do is place an order of $100 or more and we automatically enter you to win this great drawing. How will you know if you won? The CA4WD will call you from the floor of their annual convention!

Its a small token of our appreciation for you, our awesome customers. So don't miss this chance to win an awesome JK!

A legal note here... This opportunity drawing is not being run or managed by MetalCloak or any business associated with MetalCloak. Full disclosure information about the drawing can be found on the CA4WD website here.

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NEW METALCLOAK "ICON" BEANIE!

Just in time for Christmas the MetalCloak Beanie is Back!

Only $15 for this quality Port & Company 100% Acrylic Beanie featuring the MetalCloak Icon on the front and MetalCloak across the back.

To Order: http://www.metalcloak.com/MetalCloak-Beanie-p/9107.htm

Flex Fit Caps also available! http://www.metalcloak.com/MetalCloak-Flex-Fit-Cap-p/9106.htm

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NEW LIMITED EDITION "Red Splash" TEE!!!

A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT!

Don't Miss Out! For a limited time, the "Red Splash" Wolverine Tee is available on our website. Introduced at the Off Road Expo in Pomona, this tee will not be reprinted any time soon... when they are gone, they're gone. And with less than 100 shirts available... you had better act now!

Only $18.00! CLICK HERE to ORDER!

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PIC OF THE WEEK...

Gerald Lee, of Savvy Off Road, sent in this pic of his "Test Mule" sporting the MetalCloak Overline Fenders in Aluminum with the Steel 6" Overline Flares out at Hump n Bump 2010. Thanks Gerald!

See you on the rocks... or not!

Blue Ribbon Ebay Auction, Limited Edition Tees, & More!

Hello Rock-Biting Jeepers!

Thank you to all of you who took advantage of the Free Shipping weekend sale! It was a great and fun weekend! Remember to post pics of your completed rig on our Facebook page or on your favorite forum!

A few things going on this week including Blue Ribbon Coalition's annual Christmas Fundraising Event. See more below.

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BLUE RIBBON COALITION AUCTION...

Every year the Blue Ribbon Coalition (an organization that works to save our trails and keep public lands public) does a eBay-based fundraiser. This is a great opportunity for you to get products at a discount while helping BRC to raise much-needed funds!

MetalCloak joined dozens of other companies in supporting the BRC by donating a Frame-Built Bumper for the YJ/TJ/LJ...

CLICK HERE to see the Bumper on eBay!

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NEW LIMITED EDITION "Red Splash" TEE!!!

Don't Miss Out! For a limited time, the "Red Splash" Wolverine Tee is available on our website. Introduced at the Off Road Expo in Pomona, this tee will not be reprinted any time soon... when they are gone, they're gone. And with less than 100 shirts available... you had better act now!

Only $18.00! CLICK HERE to ORDER!

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PIC OF THE WEEK...

Heath McCollough, of Shreveport, Louisiana, posted this pic on our Facebook page of his YJ running the Superlift OHV park. That's one nice YJ sporting the MetalCloak Overline Fenders, Rocker Rails and Rear Corners with Flares and the MetalCloak Frame-Built Bumper with Full Stinger. To see our full line of YJ products, Click Here.

See you on the rocks... or not!