Rhino lining my tub

[mingoglia]

Well, since I'm sitting here at the office after my night time recovery last night I'm thinking about how I probably have at least an inch of water soaking in my Jeep while it sits in the garage. I still have the factory, increasingly worsening moldy carpet. For those of you that have Rhino lined your tub where did you get it done? Do you go anywhere in particular? I'm not sure if the usual rhino lining dealer is used to lining the interior of a vehicle. How far did you have to strip your interior down? Did you strip it down and just tow it there? Did they strip it down? Do they offer to strip it down for a price? Also, can they match colors? I'm thinking of having the interior lined in my factory Sahara tan color instead of white.

I know Don, you probably have a link somewhere from when you got yours done. Anytime someone posts a question like this you always manage to post a link to your site when you had that particular thing done. :)

Mike

[SHNIPE]

Rhino for $80 at checker. $20 undercoating/texture gun and your labor will look professionally done :D Ill come help with the prep!

[TomHatch]

Call Desert Fab for pricing. They have a deal worked out with Line-x and will make the sell but send you to the Line-x store for the install. I had my truck bed done through Desert Fab at the Line-x in Deer Valley. Based on the attention to detail used on my truck, I would recommend Line-x and plan to use them when I get ready to do my tub.

[Polka Dot]

http://www2.line-x.com/dealersdb/default.htm?AppID=759

I asked SavageSun this very same question and based upon his PM to me, he swears by this and had his trailer tub and Jeep tub done.

I was seriously considering having this done after the holidays but still have to 100% convince my wife that it's "necessary" lol.

Anyhow, maybe we could get a group discount. I would be interested to know what the savings would be going through a referral from DesertFab. (Feel Free to PM me)

Dan

[ROKBITR]

I have been considering doing the inside of my xj as well. I am probably just going to use a can of the auto part store stuff and do it myself.

[terron gregg]

do it your self way cheaper than getting it done at a shop

[Polka Dot]

I have been considering doing the inside of my xj as well. I am probably just going to use a can of the auto part store stuff and do it myself.

I've used the Herculiner product on a past Jeep of mine. It turned out okay, I should have spent more time prepping/taping it.


Tom at the Gilbert LineX quoted me $595.00 as their promotional price. That is for black, colors add $300.00. Bring Jeep in with the driver's seat only and they need the vehicle for 2-3 days.

Includes all taping and prep work and liner extending up and over the "lip" of the body tub is included if desired.

[mingoglia]

Rhino for $80 at checker. $20 undercoating/texture gun and your labor will look professionally done :D Ill come help with the prep!

Hmmm... I never really considered doing it myself. Thanks for the offer.

[JamesT]

Before buying, check the Costco site if you are a member. There is an extra $50 off Rhino lining, I just saw it last week.

[mingoglia]

I've used the Herculiner product on a past Jeep of mine. It turned out okay, I should have spent more time prepping/taping it.


Tom at the Gilbert LineX quoted me $595.00 as their promotional price. That is for black, colors add $300.00. Bring Jeep in with the driver's seat only and they need the vehicle for 2-3 days.

Includes all taping and prep work and liner extending up and over the "lip" of the body tub is included if desired.

Wow, didn't realize the color added that much to the price. Interesting everyone seems to be using LineX. I swear by that stuff for trucks. I always like how it seemed to wear better and was harder than Rhino. It did appear that Rhino would be a better choice in situation where a bit of softness might be a reasonable tradeoff which is why I would have thought a Rhino covering might be more desirable in a Jeep. In other words the texture of the Rhino lining always seemed to me like it was more rubber where the LineX seemed more like it had less "rubber feeling" to it and therefore may wear better. Any thoughts on this?

Mike

[mingoglia]

Before buying, check the Costco site if you are a member. There is an extra $50 off Rhino lining, I just saw it last week.

So $50 off getting it done? Or $50 off the product itself? I'm assuming of course the product is available by itself which I'm thinking it's probably not.

[terron gregg]

auto zone sell herculiner which we did on our jet skis awhile back pretty decent its a roll on you just scuff the tub and roll the junk on im looking at doing my jeep they dont have a huge color selection but they have one none the less

[slickrrr]

just wanted to say thanks again for helping me out last night, I think I paid under 200 to have mine bedlined from basically the front of the front seats back and did the fornt floor boards myself,the guy didnt want to spray any further towards the dash cause he didnt want to be responsible for oversray,texture is different but you dont notice unless you are looking for it, left just the driver seat in when I dropped it off

[mingoglia]

yeah, after thinking about it a few I may pay to have someone do it. I can see this being a project that if screwed up can become a pain in the *** to make look right. I personally have very bad luck with paint/paint type products. It's a skill (or lack of skill) that always manages to bust my balls. Hey Dave, if your shop has a deal set up send me a PM of a price.

[JamesT]

So $50 off getting it done? Or $50 off the product itself? I'm assuming of course the product is available by itself which I'm thinking it's probably not.

$50 off services. It is in the car/rv/services section of the Costco website.

[rosshh]

I had my tub and cage done at arizona linex. If I had to do it again I would skip the cage as linex is not rock proof.:cool: I stripped the tub myself and masked anything I did not want sprayed. I love how easy it is to clean and would do it again.

[Jdemonto@Airpark Jeep Sales]

I got a quote for line X at deer valley a while back....Seemed High


OPPS March 2005!!!

Hi Jason,

We can spray your Jeep in one day, but it's best if we keep it over night.
We spray the highest quality XS100 material and all our applicators are
factory trained with over four years experience spraying Line-X. Our price
for spaying your Jeep would start at $600. That price is if you bring your
Jeep in with the seats pulled out and anything else you don't want sprayed.
Please call or stop by to schedule an appointment. Thanks for your interest
in Line-X



Jason

[Polka Dot]

I got a quote for line X at deer valley a while back....Seemed High


OPPS March 2005!!!

Hi Jason,

We can spray your Jeep in one day, but it's best if we keep it over night.
We spray the highest quality XS100 material and all our applicators are
factory trained with over four years experience spraying Line-X. Our price
for spaying your Jeep would start at $600. That price is if you bring your
Jeep in with the seats pulled out and anything else you don't want sprayed.
Please call or stop by to schedule an appointment. Thanks for your interest
in Line-X

Jason

Yeah, it seems that each LineX franchise varies their prices from state to state. A quick google search shows a LineX franchise in the Midwest lining the inside tub of a Jeep for roughly $500.00.

It does seem that the franchises here in the Valley are all in line (consistent) with their prices, $600.00. After having gone the DIY route on a previous YJ and knowing the amount of additional work needed to do it better a 2nd time, well I'd opt for the LineX and probably will soon. Just my .02.

[Qman]

LineX quoted me $675 a few months back, seems kind of high,

I would be willing to host a Wrenching party after the Holidays ,if a few wanted to get together and do it, I have all the tools we would need, except the Sprayer, which I would go buy because, I want to do my Jeep, truck, brother in laws truck, father in laws truck, and dads truck. I am going to look and see were I can buy a 5 gallon bucket of Black.

[Qman]

found this,

https://www.durabakcompany.com/inc/template.cfm?page=1

[GRUNT]

Does the Durabak get tacky? I have thought about Herculiner as I have seen a few that have it. I hear it is a moderate task of installing. I am concerned about it "coming up" and getting tarry/tacking during the summer heat... I was told by a user that the Herculiner fades bad in the sun... I would like to pay $600 to have it professionally done but I could use that on more important jeep mods, right FlexyXJ?

[Qman]

I don't know much about the product just found it as an alternative to Herculiner,

I have used the Herc. in the past and it held up great until, I moved Back to AZ, it faded because I had it parked outside all of the time, but this was back in like 97 when the product came out it held up for about 5 years till it faded and at the time they didn't have the UV top coat. I am sure the product has only improved in the 10 years since I used it last.

I also applied it with the roller and wasn't to thrilled about the rough texture, not sure how it differs spraying it on, one thing about the HERC. is it is darn near impossible to clean it off anything, even wet, it never became tacky or tar like, then again I go NORTH when it gets that hot down here.

[JPCooler]

Here's a bit of a writeup on Pirate, http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=238832

The most important thing is to be careful when handling the hootus :)

[ecamp55]

I used Herculiner on my 5. It's held up well for the 5 years it's been on there. It does fade over time but not too badly. It does not get tacky in the heat. You do however, have to be careful about what you get on it.....brake fluid peels it right up.

[Cronoh]

I just herculined my tub last weekend. So far it looks awesome, was really cheap, and only time will tell how well it holds up :p I started on thursday night, pulled all the carpet out and took a wire wheel to all the rougher spots. Then, friday morning I went to Home Depot and bought some Xylene. Pulled out the seats, the console, taped up some stuff that might be in the way. Covered the jeep in Xylene, let sit for about 25 minutes. Got the Herculiner stirred up and put it on with the brush. I did the whole entire tub up the wheelwells and stuff. After the first coat dryed for about 2 hours, I ran a second coat over it all, then a third coat an hour later over spots I felt needed it, or would see more abuse. Total project cost? About $95 after tax. Took about 24 hours (After allowing full dry time + reinstallation of stuff). Just make sure you use Xylene, it really dulls down your paint and lets the herculiner adhere well. I'll get some pics of my un-professinoal installation of it later today or something. But for the price? would never have it professionally done. I figure even if I have to do it again in 3 years, it was still worth the price. But I think it will last a long time :)



Edit: ok, heres the pics I took from my cellphone the day I did the rhinolining. Sorry they suck so bad, the pictures in them self probably make it look bad :P

http://www.enmity.ws/pics/rhinolined1.jpg
http://www.enmity.ws/pics/rhinolined2.jpg
http://www.enmity.ws/pics/rhinolined3.jpg

[chopped7]

When I did mine, my buddy had bought a gun that sprays the stuff for $200. It only cost me about $50 to buy the lining. I can't remember the brand name but I got it at an auto paint store. It was A LOT of prep work though. I would guess it's a step above the roll on stuff and about 100x better than the $10 spray cans of the 3m stuff I used on my firewall. You can save a grip of cash by doing it yourself but it's a lot of work. If dropping it off and getting it back done is an option, you should really consider it. If I ever had $600 I wouldn't miss (badly) I would go that route. Unfortunately, I doubt it will ever be an option for me.

My wife wanted me to bed line the inside of our XJ ('cause the carpet is getting pretty shady) and I said hell no! I told her she could buy those rubber diamond tread mat thingys that contour the tunnel and foot wells. They're more expensive than DIY bedlining, but much less prep work.

Nice job on the Herculiner Cronoh. Looks good.

[Tom Schenk]

http://www.enmity.ws/pics/rhinolined1.jpg
http://www.enmity.ws/pics/rhinolined2.jpg
http://www.enmity.ws/pics/rhinolined3.jpg

NICE!

BTW that is one sweet Jeep you have there! :)

[Cronoh]

haha! I know right? :D

[Tom Schenk]

I hate you :D

[Cronoh]

lol :P Don't worry, I broke the front gears last weekend, its a mallcrawler for a few days, don't be too jelous ;)

[Tom Schenk]

I'll give you my Tacoma's "Prerunner" badge to stick on there. Then you'll be good.

[Cronoh]

Hhahaha perfect

[NVRSTUKXJ]

I had my wifes truck done at inyati....got the bed lined, the windows tinted with the high grade limo tint and a clear bra for $500.00.....dealer wanted $650 for just the clear bra.....

[SHNIPE]

Tom i didnt know you did those commercials. sucks they made you dye your hair for them.
http://virtualjeepclub.com/image.php?u=4&dateline=1193885332

[amber.hodge]

Oh - I meant to comment on this before - I actually have done rhino liner in a truck bed before and I have seen it professionally done. Then I saw Don (savagesun)'s trailer. it is LineX which is Mil-spec - I would highly recommend going Line-X instead of Rhino Liner because of the better durability, overall appearance, etc.

[mingoglia]

Oh - I meant to comment on this before - I actually have done rhino liner in a truck bed before and I have seen it professionally done. Then I saw Don (savagesun)'s trailer. it is LineX which is Mil-spec - I would highly recommend going Line-X instead of Rhino Liner because of the better durability, overall appearance, etc.

Yep, I have LineX in my truck bed and love the stuff. Only considered Rhino because I thought it might make a better interior as it seemed less like sandpaper... but after reading how LineX is applied (as opposed to Rhino) I'm on the LineX bandwagon for the Jeep.

[amber.hodge]

Yeah, we're planning on eventually doing the tub interior in LineX as well....it has a better warranty policy anyway.

[SavageSun4x4]

Line-X looks good, holds up, keeps our soldiers safe, good enough for my Jeep and trailer:

pics, Line-X locations and details: http://www.savagesun4x4.com/line-x_your_jeep_and_traile.html

Remember: "Cheap don't come good and good don't come cheap"

[DesertX04]

I had planned on doing this to my jeep, but have lost interest. I mainly wanted it to shield some of the heat from coming in, but have read that it doesn't do that to well and there are better options. For an Arizona jeep, I don't see the benefit. I had a truck w/an Inyati spray-in bedliner, after every dust storm it turned tan and you had to use a power-sprayer or tire cleaner to get it black again. I would think the interior of the jeep would hose off easier w/just the stock paint rather than a rough surface.

[amber.hodge]

That bedliner must have been a POS - I haven't even heard of that brand - we saw don's linex lined trailer up camping and it looks great - still black as black can be

[SavageSun4x4]

I had planned on doing this to my jeep, but have lost interest. I mainly wanted it to shield some of the heat from coming in, but have read that it doesn't do that to well and there are better options. For an Arizona jeep, I don't see the benefit. I had a truck w/an Inyati spray-in bedliner, after every dust storm it turned tan and you had to use a power-sprayer or tire cleaner to get it black again. I would think the interior of the jeep would hose off easier w/just the stock paint rather than a rough surface.

If you want Kooler floorboards then this install is for you: http://www.savagesun4x4.com/kooler_tj_floorboards.html

Wanna keep the nogging cool too, check this how too: http://www.savagesun4x4.com/camo_head_liner_for_tj.html

[amber.hodge]

Don - you have a solution for everything! :D And good write ups too.

[Jdemonto@Airpark Jeep Sales]

We should do a group buy on line-X and see what kind of discount we can swing???

Jason

[AZXJ]

Gilbert Line-X closed up and moved to Vegas.. We are still hooked up with Valley Line-X who will be opening a store in Tempe mid January..

Dave

[DesertX04]

That bedliner must have been a POS - I haven't even heard of that brand - we saw don's linex lined trailer up camping and it looks great - still black as black can be

I was pleased with the quality and I've seen a few of their shops up here in the north valley. I've never seen seen a spray in liner stay really clean. With a rough surface like it has, the dust is going to get in. It worked great in the bed of my truck and I wasn't afraid of anything heavy gouging it or destroying it in any way. If I had a truck today, I'd look into some of the new bedliners that aren't spray in, nor one piece units, and a lot cheaper.

[Jdemonto@Airpark Jeep Sales]

Gilbert Line-X closed up and moved to Vegas.. We are still hooked up with Valley Line-X who will be opening a store in Tempe mid January..

Dave

I won't be ready til febuary..Dave see what you can cook up for us!

Jason

[AZXJ]

Once the new facility is open we will get our pricing. Since Gilbert closed down our pricing went out the window.. :( I'm sure we will be able to work up a deal..

Dave

[amber.hodge]

I was pleased with the quality and I've seen a few of their shops up here in the north valley. I've never seen seen a spray in liner stay really clean. With a rough surface like it has, the dust is going to get in. It worked great in the bed of my truck and I wasn't afraid of anything heavy gouging it or destroying it in any way. If I had a truck today, I'd look into some of the new bedliners that aren't spray in, nor one piece units, and a lot cheaper.

I think that I'd look around a bit for what to do with a truck bed as well - I was very impressed with LineX, but with the jeep, the nice thing is it has drain plugs and is easily cleaned out. I'd imagine anything you have covering the floor of the jeep will look like #@$* after the backroad up to crown king or cottonwood canyon road. :D

[mingoglia]

February De Monto? I need something NOW Mister! My carpet probably has things growing in it that I don't want to even imagine. Hurry up and lets do some type of group buy as soon as this place opens! We'll be there first group of guinea pigs. Heck, if I didn't have my Safari top being redone this weekend (having a upholstery add some more straps so it doesn't flap around everywhere) I might have looked this weekend.

[06TJWRANGLER]

Honestly I wouldnt run Rhino nor Line-X, there junk to be honest. I would go with Inyati
over them all. Yeah might be more expensive but this out last any of them. My dad gets all his company trucks sprayed by Inyati cause its the only bedliner that actually stays on with the use and abuse. Heres more info on that!!

http://www.truckbedliners.com/product.htm

Or you can go the easy route, cheap and easy. You can go down to your nearest auto paint shop and buy this stuff that 3M makes called Body Schutz, runs ya about 15 bucks a quart. Here is a part# for that stuff(4508 - 3M Body Schutz Rubberized Coating Black -08864). You can pick up the gun that sprays that stuff through Harbor Freight for about 6 bucks. You will need a compressor in order to spray it and when doing so you want to have it at about 20PSI. I used this stuff on my 68 chevy truck in the engine compartment area, it lasted 2 summers with the heat and weather so im sure it would last in Jeeps. This stuff is very durable and doesnt chip easy.

[mingoglia]

Honestly I wouldnt run Rhino nor Line-X, there junk to be honest. I would go with Inyati
over them all. Yeah might be more expensive but this out last any of them. My dad gets all his company trucks sprayed by Inyati cause its the only bedliner that actually stays on with the use and abuse. Heres more info on that!!

http://www.truckbedliners.com/product.htm

Or you can go the easy route, cheap and easy. You can go down to your nearest auto paint shop and buy this stuff that 3M makes called Body Schutz, runs ya about 15 bucks a quart. Here is a part# for that stuff(4508 - 3M Body Schutz Rubberized Coating Black -08864). You can pick up the gun that sprays that stuff through Harbor Freight for about 6 bucks. You will need a compressor in order to spray it and when doing so you want to have it at about 20PSI. I used this stuff on my 68 chevy truck in the engine compartment area, it lasted 2 summers with the heat and weather so im sure it would last in Jeeps. This stuff is very durable and doesnt chip easy.

I'm pretty happy with my LineX. I've had it on my dually for about 6 years now and I think it will be fine for the Jeep.

[ShmUDE]

i'd be happy to be the guinea pig for the new place in tempe...if the price is right!

[Jdemonto@Airpark Jeep Sales]

If the going rate is $600...what if we get 10 rigs???? How much then??

$500??

$450??

Mike I need to wait til feb...


Line X is the only choice I would make after seeing Dons jeep!

Jason

[mingoglia]

If the going rate is $600...what if we get 10 rigs???? How much then??

$500??

$450??

Mike I need to wait til feb...


Line X is the only choice I would make after seeing Dons jeep!

Jason

What if I buy another Jeep from you this weekend? Will you do the liner then? Oh wait, perhaps the February has to do with some secret indirectly related to your Jeep being for sale? hmmmm...

Anyway, the JK's are growing on me but a) My wife will kill me if I have 5 vehicles and I don't want to let any go at the moment (especially since 2 of them are '08 models), and b) I'm really waiting for a new engine choice. :) But my spur of the moment vehicle buying habit is starting to act up again.

Mike

[Jdemonto@Airpark Jeep Sales]

What if I buy another Jeep from you this weekend? Will you do the liner then? Oh wait, perhaps the February has to do with some secret indirectly related to your Jeep being for sale? hmmmm...

Anyway, the JK's are growing on me but a) My wife will kill me if I have 5 vehicles and I don't want to let any go at the moment (especially since 2 of them are '08 models), and b) I'm really waiting for a new engine choice. :) But my spur of the moment vehicle buying habit is starting to act up again.

Mike


I fear your wife may leave you if you keep buying cars!!!! No....Not selling the jeep just yet.......I have to Hit Moab EJS First:fashizzle:

Again..If your feeling like a new JK...Swing on down!

Jason


Jason

[Polka Dot]

Once the new facility is open we will get our pricing. Since Gilbert closed down our pricing went out the window.. :( I'm sure we will be able to work up a deal..

Dave

Closed? I just spoke with Tom @ the Gilbert location on McQueen just yesterday to confirm my previous post.

Gilbert Southeast Valley Line-X 1015 N. McQueen Rd., Suite 160 480-539-4909 linex@sevlinex

http://www2.line-x.com/nw/FindFranchise.html

[NVRSTUKXJ]

Honestly I wouldnt run Rhino nor Line-X, there junk to be honest. I would go with Inyati
over them all. Yeah might be more expensive but this out last any of them. My dad gets all his company trucks sprayed by Inyati cause its the only bedliner that actually stays on with the use and abuse. Heres more info on that!!

http://www.truckbedliners.com/product.htm

Or you can go the easy route, cheap and easy. You can go down to your nearest auto paint shop and buy this stuff that 3M makes called Body Schutz, runs ya about 15 bucks a quart. Here is a part# for that stuff(4508 - 3M Body Schutz Rubberized Coating Black -08864). You can pick up the gun that sprays that stuff through Harbor Freight for about 6 bucks. You will need a compressor in order to spray it and when doing so you want to have it at about 20PSI. I used this stuff on my 68 chevy truck in the engine compartment area, it lasted 2 summers with the heat and weather so im sure it would last in Jeeps. This stuff is very durable and doesnt chip easy.


I have to agree.....plus, inyatti is used in the military's vehicle and aircraft armor.....so it must hold up pretty good.....

[outdoorsman]

Wednesday Dec. 19th I'm getting my 6' bed sprayed with Line-X over the rail. My buddy who also drives a Ranger (08') is getting his done with me. It's only $379 each! The guy has a deal going on plus we're doing two trucks so we're saving. I was expecting to pay around $500 but we got lucky!

[4 Wheelers Supply]

Good recommendation here guys. Just thought I would share. I will never recommend Tuff Skin. When I had one of my trucks done over the summer I found some illegal substance and a pipe in my front seat. And I can tell you right now I have never even touched the stuff. And when I called the owner he says ok, I know who it was and I will make it right with you. I never got a call back and nor will he take my call. :nono:

[mingoglia]

When I had one of my trucks done over the summer I found some illegal substance and a pipe in my front seat. And I can tell you right now I have never even touched the stuff.

I may have to miss out on your super sale this year Cole. Simon used to sell egg nogg flavored moonshine from a bunch of old Jeep radiators out back during the sale... sounds like you're a bit too squeaky clean to fill the old man's shoes...

[SavageSun4x4]

Wednesday Dec. 19th I'm getting my 6' bed sprayed with Line-X over the rail. My buddy who also drives a Ranger (08') is getting his done with me. It's only $379 each! The guy has a deal going on plus we're doing two trucks so we're saving. I was expecting to pay around $500 but we got lucky!
Where at, I need some more Line-X done, looking for a good deal on getting the inside of my tail gate done,

[Polka Dot]

Where at, I need some more Line-X done, looking for a good deal on getting the inside of my tail gate done,

x2 where? who? phone number?

[outdoorsman]

Arizona LINE-X 21242 North Black Canyon Highway, Suite B 623-516-8711 arizonalinex@qwest.net

There is the information. I think he told me they have some deal/promotion that is $100 off. It might just be for truck bedliners or something, but it's worth a call to see.

[AZXJ]

Closed? I just spoke with Tom @ the Gilbert location on McQueen just yesterday to confirm my previous post.

Gilbert Southeast Valley Line-X 1015 N. McQueen Rd., Suite 160 480-539-4909 linex@sevlinex

http://www2.line-x.com/nw/FindFranchise.html

Are you sure? I called tuesday and was immediately directed over to the NPhx store.. I've delt with both stores several times and have had excellent service for our customers at either facility.. Garth ran the Gilbert store but has since moved to Vegas..

Dave