Great video. Been waiting for customers to start getting these so i could have a better idea if this is something i need in my jeep. I am very temped but wish the had coverage for all the trunk carpeting as well.
From my understanding in reviewing comments on Armorlites social media accounts the full trunk cover system has been requested and they are looking into that as a future product offering. I will personally be keeping an eye out for that as well!
Hey there Jon, I have seen it and it looks good from the images! I have yet to see it in person but I won’t probably order it for myself due to my storage platform and wheel well shelf’s I made since they would require modifications to fit in my setup. Definitely nice they have them now tho!
Hey there Jeepin with Julia! Thanks for checking out my video and the compliment! The Armorlite flooring is definitely a huge improvement and very cool you have a 2015 JKU! Just some feedback in case you get it over the winter and if you live in a cold climate, you will want to find a warm garage for the install since the thermoplastic material is very stiff when cold!
Hey there Edwin, thanks for checking out my video! So with the updates to the Armorlite flooring where the bolts get covered by the floor system, I do not recommend removing the seats. You can unbolt the rear seat front legs to make it a bit easier for the rear liner.
Hey thanks a lot Jason and thanks for checking out my video! So I have a couple more armorlite videos on my channel and I am actually running the Desert Khaki now! They have held up great and I am definitely just as satisfied today as the day I did the install! Easy to clean and big improvement in many ways over the carpet!
@@VictorVectorJKU That's great to hear. After getting caught topless/doorless in a downpour a week ago and having 2 inches or rain water to drain and then dry, I'm over wet carpet. I'll check out the other videos. Thanks for the reply!
Oh yeah, that’s definitely not a fun one! You will definitely love the armorlite flooring! It helps if it’s a warm day or you set them out in the sun so they are a tad more flexible for the install!
Good install video and short review. I was looking for a decent solution, like this option better than rino lining (did in my TJ works great for that application) Went with the full kit including cargo area. Look forward to receiving and installing.
Hey there Erik, thanks for checking out my video and that is awesome! I hope you enjoy it and the install goes smooth! I definitely recommend doing it on a warm day (might be hard to find going into fall) or if you have a warm garage that will definitely help!
Hey there bud, honestly I really dig the Armorlite Floor Liner System! I definitely could have gone the route of raptor lining the tub but that would not have the same thermal insulation and sound deadening properties. And yeah sometimes water can get under the liner but honestly it has not been an issue for me for the past two years of running it! I definitely recommend it!
Hey there Frank, thanks for checking out my video! If you are talking about the trunk, no that carpet will remain and the mat will go on top. If you are talking about the rear seat footwell, that portion does need to be removed!
So on the driver side i saw that the drain plug was kind of block by this thin metal and I cut through it to see the ground and have better drainage. Was i wrong to do that?
Hey there Tumbao09 thanks for checking out my video! So I know the metal you are talking about, I think that is a heat shield for the exhaust that passes below the drivers feet since that is the location of the Y-Pipe. I couldn’t see it being a major issue but it was not necessary for drainage.
Are you speaking of the drain plugs under the front seats or the rear seats? The rear seat is still accessible by lifting up the liner. Fortunately back there the liner just rests on the floor. If you are talking about under the front seats those are more of a challenge.
The armorlite flooring system is by far the best interior upgrade in my opinion! It has been awesome, super easy to clean and the desert khaki has only needed to be cleaned one time in the the last year and a half it has been installed! You definitely won’t be disappointed!
@@VictorVectorJKU that's awesome to hear! I hate carpet with mats on top in this thing. It just doesn't make sense in jeeps. The Armorlite should be factory on all Jeeps! I may push off other upgrades and do this first. Thanks for the video. See ya on the trails!
Great video. Any update on how the floor is holding up. Also what if you have a leak coming from the pillers and going under the stock carpet, it would still go under the Armorlite I'm assuming.
Hey there Frank, thank you for checking out my channel and videos! I actually installed their new color Desert Khaki about a month after installing the Mesa Smoke color, and that has been in for about a month as well. But both have been very durable and are holding up very well. I do have a few leaks from my soft top that come down the A-Pillars and the bottom center of the rear doors. The Armorlite floor system wraps under the edge of the tub where the doors are so from what I have seen is the water does not get underneath but will land on top of the liner and roll to the drain plugs. The carpet is a more porous mat with the carpet fibers stitched through which allows for water to pass through where the thermoplastic top layer is waterproof so water cannot pass through it, granted if you submerge the Jeep then water can flow over the edges of the liner and get underneath. I do have a couple more videos on washing, removing and review of the Mesa Smoke along with a second install of the Desert Khaki with a few tips and tricks if you haven’t checked them out! Let me know if you want any other specifics on the liner! 🙂
GREAT VIDEO. F-IN HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE!!! I may trade my Jeep in for a Geo Metro now having tried to do this. ;-) Seriously though I am having issues trying to get the back flooring in....folding the mat this way and that...pretty sure I left some damaging marks on the passenger side due to creasing during fold. Walking away from it and will try it later when I lose the urge to use the chainsaw. Thanks!
Hey there Sam, thanks for checking out my video! I am sorry to hear you are having difficulty getting the rear liner in! Have you looked at my updated install video with the desert khaki? I deviated from the instructions and found installing under the front seats first then the rear to be easier! Also is it warm where you are? If the liners are warmer it makes the install much easier too! Link to the Desert Khaki video I did and go to 14:45 for the rear liner install, in case the link doesn’t bring you there automatically! ua-cam.com/video/e5ga36LL3KM/v-deo.htmlm45s
@@VictorVectorJKU Yeah, I saw that and it helped a bunch....I mimicked the way you folded the back floor liner to get it under the front seat. Looks good but I need to replace some clips!!! Thanks again!
Hey Victor, Looks like you did this installed 2 years ago? What are you thoughts - review of the Armorlite floor system today? Still holding up good? Would you still recommend them? I currently have the factory carpet with weather tech floor mats in my 2010 Jeep Wrangler. Was going to replace the factor carpet with a carpet kit and came across the Armorlite while searching install videos. Now I need to know about these! Thank you for your time and great install video. Kelly!
Hey there Kelly, thanks for checking out my video! Yes I have been running it for about 2 years now! The material is still in extremely good shape, the thermoplastic top good is very durable! I definitely recommend it, and it does have potential to allow water under it around the seat legs and where the front and rear portions overlap. For me this has not been an issue even living in Washington with a good amount of rain. Some of the best attributes are the quick cleaning, sound deadening, and thermal insulating properties in addition to the clean look that is way better than the factory carpet! Definitely let me know if you have any specific questions and I will get back to you!
Just got mine yesterday that I ordered during their Labor Day promotion & just finishing up install. Well made, good quality...my one & only issue with Armorlite is their fake promotions. Every holiday they offer 20% off but they hike the price up for the sale & drop it back down after...so in actuality there's no sale, just playing the number game. That deceit taints the image of the brand imo. Just be honest & let the product speak for itself instead of fudging numbers to give the illusion like you're getting a deal.
Good deal! I hope you enjoy it like I have! And yeah I think companies across the board play with their retail versus sale prices. I personally noticed that the sale price for the armorlite system was supposed to only be for their launch month but extended almost 5-6 months after launch. Idk tho, interesting if that is what they have done recently, I have not tracked their prices.
@@VictorVectorJKU F/R package prior to Labor Day sale was $561.60. Once the 20% off promotion started they hiked the price up to $624 & the second the promotion was over they dropped the price back down to $561.60. In the end I was going to purchase regardless but I can do without the fugazzi marketing.
That is very interesting! You sound a lot like me tracking products cost and watching what happens during sales. That definitely is a bit frustrating tho. Thanks for the detail, the next time I talk with armorlite I will be sure to ask them about that!
@@VictorVectorJKU It's just Armorlite & only them that you can order it from, so wasn't hard to keep track of pricing if you've been eyeing the product since it's release. I have zero issues with the product, I'm loving it so far but their deceptive promotions stops me from referring it to others. I've made mention of it on their various social media platforms & they just wipe my comments out & delete.
Great install video! I’m curious, as most jeeps have that pesky leak whether the upper or lower corner of the door will the water get in between the floor boards and the insulation under the mat? Or will this product just allow ponding on the top of the mat itself for easy clean up? I want to get rid of the carpet and get this product but not if I’m removing this product just to shop vac the water as I’m already doing with the carpet. And yes, I’ve been trying to solve the leak issue
This system is extremely difficult to install. Not anywhere easy as shown. The flooring is extremely stiff and does not bend as easily as shown. The rear cargo area mat does not cover the carpet fully. Weather tech mat is much better for rear cargo area.
I’m sorry you had a much more difficult install, I promise it was not my intent to make it look easier. I am curious if you did your install on a warm or cool day? The day I installed mine were very warm and they were in the sun prior to the install which makes it easier. You are also correct that the rear cargo mat does not replace or cover the carpet entirely in the rear but is better than the factory mat! Also Armorlite now has the wheel well system which will cover more! I appreciate you checking out my video and the feedback Cynthia!
Great video. I have Dynamat through almost all of my Jeep bed. After installing, do you believe this would work if I have Dynamat, and dynapad sound deadening (basically extra insulation below the existing carpet) installed? Or is it too tight?
Hey there Michael, thanks for checking out my video! So I am not familiar with the dynamat and dynapad from personal experience. I looked them both up however and found their thickness to be 1/16” and 3/8” thickness respectively so you are looking at 7/16” or just under 1/2” for thickness of the two combined. In an attempt to ensure I do not mislead you, I have copied a question from Armorlites FAQ section based on a spray in liner. Will the Armorlite product fit over a spray-in-liner? In most cases, yes. The Armorlite flooring is designed to follow the factory sheet metal surface, but if the spray-in-liner is a heavy/dense material, there would be a risk of poor fit for the Armorlite floor. So being that you have nearly a 1/2” of padding you could see an issue with the fit. I expect the biggest issue you would have would be the depth of the drain plug and for that to fully seal to the sheet metal floor as well as the interior trim pieces not seating as they should. Otherwise I would think the flooring would be an ok fit. Now I would recommend giving armorlite a call and get their feedback directly! I should be on a call with them in a day or two so if I can get feedback on this I will reply that additionally below!
Hey thanks for checking out my video Brandon! I am sorry to hear your disappointment and you have made a fair argument and observation. These are actually similar fears I had when I first ordered the mess smoke kit! However from what I have observed so far, and note living in Washington and having been on slaughter by wet weather for the past 3 months, I have not seen any issues with the minimal amount of water that may have gotten under the floor system. I do not see longer defrost times in the morning to clear interior moisture, I have not noticed any smells, and the system does not have a spongey feel like the polyester underlayment has absorbed water. My Jeep does have plenty of leaks which typically land on top of the liner but I am sure water gets under it too. Now granted I do not go through deep water crossings or mud holes that water is above the base of the door so I do not see that kind of water intrusion possibility. I hope you find this feedback and insight helpful, let me know if you have further questions!
@@VictorVectorJKU that’s good to know. I have such a leaky 2008 that I would just be fighting what I did with my carpet. I raptor lined mine and it’s nice but during the summer it gets crazy hot so was curious about these but didn’t realize all the gaps and overlaps they have. I have floor mats over my raptor and often get mold under them as well so sounds like I’m in a lose lose situation. Nice review and thanks for the information.
Hey there Richard, thanks for checking out my video! I did not order the cargo liner they offer for the JKU when I got this kit but I do cover that on my Desert Khaki install video! It is just a liner similar to others out there that sit on top of the carpet for the cargo area. As for is this a better option, there are a few factors to weigh based on what you are looking for. Pros of Armorlite: - increased thermal and acoustic insulation for a quieter and more stable temperature in the cabin - better than factory fit and appearance over the carpet - pass through drain system and easy to clean and rinse out - durable and mold resistant - easy install no tools needed and not necessary to disassemble the interior - can be removed and cleaned outside of the Jeep Cons of Armorlite: - water can get under the liner, I have not had an issue with any small amounts of water under the liner Pros of bed liner: - nothing for water to get under, as long as the liner is applied well - nice appearance over painted sheet metal - added layer of protection to the sheet metal Cons of bed liner: - expect more noise and heat in the cabin than with carpet, might reduce over bare sheet metal - interior disassembly required - Very difficult to remove if you decide you don’t like it or get a new Jeep (same model) My personal opinion for what I value and was looking for; thermal and acoustic dampening, washable, durable, removable, drainable, and attractive hit all the boxes I was interested in and I was willing to deal with a little water getting under the liner if that happens. So I would say for me I love the Armorlite floor liner and would choose this over a bed liner application for the purpose of my Jeep!
Great video. Been waiting for customers to start getting these so i could have a better idea if this is something i need in my jeep. I am very temped but wish the had coverage for all the trunk carpeting as well.
From my understanding in reviewing comments on Armorlites social media accounts the full trunk cover system has been requested and they are looking into that as a future product offering. I will personally be keeping an eye out for that as well!
They finally have a cargo area option for the JKU now (I have it, haven't installed yet) and at Jeep Beach they said one for the JK is in the works.
Hey there Jon, I have seen it and it looks good from the images! I have yet to see it in person but I won’t probably order it for myself due to my storage platform and wheel well shelf’s I made since they would require modifications to fit in my setup. Definitely nice they have them now tho!
Just picked this up for my JKU. Great job with the install video very thorough. Looking forward to putting my set in tomorrow.
Awesome and thank you Micheal! I hope my video gives you a couple pointers to make your install easier tomorrow!
Thank you! I’ve been waiting for this. You sold me! Will be buying this week!
That’s awesome Derek! I hope you enjoy it! Let me know what you think of the product and the install when you get it!
Great video man! I'm going to get this soon and was just watching install videos. I think yours is the best one for this product.
Hey thanks a lot Rick, I really appreciate that! Also thanks for checking out my video! You are gonna love it, it is a great product!
These are going on my wish list. I also have a 2015 JKU. Great job on the video!
Hey there Jeepin with Julia! Thanks for checking out my video and the compliment! The Armorlite flooring is definitely a huge improvement and very cool you have a 2015 JKU! Just some feedback in case you get it over the winter and if you live in a cold climate, you will want to find a warm garage for the install since the thermoplastic material is very stiff when cold!
@@VictorVectorJKU I was thinking about that and would probably buy it but install in the summer! It is cold now in northern NV!
Yeah good plan!
Awesome install video!
Thank you Paul!
Great vid, would you suggest removing the seats?
Hey there Edwin, thanks for checking out my video! So with the updates to the Armorlite flooring where the bolts get covered by the floor system, I do not recommend removing the seats. You can unbolt the rear seat front legs to make it a bit easier for the rear liner.
@@VictorVectorJKU Yhanks bro. Good vid.
You bet!
Great video! I've been waiting to see something this detailed on the Armorlite floor!
Awesome! I am glad I could provide a different perspective and more detail on the product! And thank you Jason!
@@VictorVectorJKU You're welcome. Literally ordered a set while watching!
JasonCT that’s great! I’m glad that my video helped you make your decision! I hope you like the floor system as much as I do!
Thanks for the review!
You are most welcome! I hope it helps answer questions for potential customers!
Solid video of installation. I just ordered mine. How have they held up now that you've had them in a few years?
Hey thanks a lot Jason and thanks for checking out my video! So I have a couple more armorlite videos on my channel and I am actually running the Desert Khaki now! They have held up great and I am definitely just as satisfied today as the day I did the install! Easy to clean and big improvement in many ways over the carpet!
@@VictorVectorJKU That's great to hear. After getting caught topless/doorless in a downpour a week ago and having 2 inches or rain water to drain and then dry, I'm over wet carpet. I'll check out the other videos. Thanks for the reply!
Oh yeah, that’s definitely not a fun one! You will definitely love the armorlite flooring! It helps if it’s a warm day or you set them out in the sun so they are a tad more flexible for the install!
Good install video and short review. I was looking for a decent solution, like this option better than rino lining (did in my TJ works great for that application) Went with the full kit including cargo area. Look forward to receiving and installing.
Hey there Erik, thanks for checking out my video and that is awesome! I hope you enjoy it and the install goes smooth! I definitely recommend doing it on a warm day (might be hard to find going into fall) or if you have a warm garage that will definitely help!
@@VictorVectorJKU Was able to install yesterday, is a bit of a challenge, but it all turned out good. Much better than the carpet and mats set up.
Awesome, I’m glad to hear you got it done! And I couldn’t agree with you more!
What up brotha!!! You still liking this? Do you wish you just tore the carper out and raptor lined it? I'm debating.....
Hey there bud, honestly I really dig the Armorlite Floor Liner System! I definitely could have gone the route of raptor lining the tub but that would not have the same thermal insulation and sound deadening properties. And yeah sometimes water can get under the liner but honestly it has not been an issue for me for the past two years of running it! I definitely recommend it!
Te only thing I wish the offered was the full rear cargo area section to get rid of all the carpet.
Thanks for checking out my video David! Yeah I think that is the biggest piece of feedback customers have sent to Armorlite!
Do we got too remove the back carpet peace if we got a full set up
Hey there Frank, thanks for checking out my video! If you are talking about the trunk, no that carpet will remain and the mat will go on top. If you are talking about the rear seat footwell, that portion does need to be removed!
I’m suppose to receive mine in 2 days 👍
Awesome 😎
That is great! Did you go with Mesa Smoke or Desert Khaki?
@@VictorVectorJKU Mesa Smoke 🤘
Very nice!
Wish they made these for my YJ - would buy them in a heartbeat. I hope they make them for the JL when I am able to purchase one
I know they are working on the JL, I believe it should be released anytime based on their fall release plan along with the 2-Door JK.
So on the driver side i saw that the drain plug was kind of block by this thin metal and I cut through it to see the ground and have better drainage. Was i wrong to do that?
Hey there Tumbao09 thanks for checking out my video! So I know the metal you are talking about, I think that is a heat shield for the exhaust that passes below the drivers feet since that is the location of the Y-Pipe. I couldn’t see it being a major issue but it was not necessary for drainage.
I wish they didnt block the drain plugs under the seats but overall I might get
Are you speaking of the drain plugs under the front seats or the rear seats? The rear seat is still accessible by lifting up the liner. Fortunately back there the liner just rests on the floor. If you are talking about under the front seats those are more of a challenge.
Under the front seats
How are you liking now having had it for a year? Think I need to throw one of these in frostbite.
The armorlite flooring system is by far the best interior upgrade in my opinion! It has been awesome, super easy to clean and the desert khaki has only needed to be cleaned one time in the the last year and a half it has been installed! You definitely won’t be disappointed!
@@VictorVectorJKU that's awesome to hear! I hate carpet with mats on top in this thing. It just doesn't make sense in jeeps. The Armorlite should be factory on all Jeeps! I may push off other upgrades and do this first.
Thanks for the video. See ya on the trails!
I definitely agree with you there! It would be great if Jeep offered this as factory base or even an option! And sounds good, happy trails!!
Great video. Any update on how the floor is holding up. Also what if you have a leak coming from the pillers and going under the stock carpet, it would still go under the Armorlite I'm assuming.
Hey there Frank, thank you for checking out my channel and videos! I actually installed their new color Desert Khaki about a month after installing the Mesa Smoke color, and that has been in for about a month as well. But both have been very durable and are holding up very well. I do have a few leaks from my soft top that come down the A-Pillars and the bottom center of the rear doors. The Armorlite floor system wraps under the edge of the tub where the doors are so from what I have seen is the water does not get underneath but will land on top of the liner and roll to the drain plugs. The carpet is a more porous mat with the carpet fibers stitched through which allows for water to pass through where the thermoplastic top layer is waterproof so water cannot pass through it, granted if you submerge the Jeep then water can flow over the edges of the liner and get underneath. I do have a couple more videos on washing, removing and review of the Mesa Smoke along with a second install of the Desert Khaki with a few tips and tricks if you haven’t checked them out! Let me know if you want any other specifics on the liner! 🙂
GREAT VIDEO. F-IN HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE!!! I may trade my Jeep in for a Geo Metro now having tried to do this. ;-) Seriously though I am having issues trying to get the back flooring in....folding the mat this way and that...pretty sure I left some damaging marks on the passenger side due to creasing during fold. Walking away from it and will try it later when I lose the urge to use the chainsaw. Thanks!
Hey there Sam, thanks for checking out my video! I am sorry to hear you are having difficulty getting the rear liner in! Have you looked at my updated install video with the desert khaki? I deviated from the instructions and found installing under the front seats first then the rear to be easier! Also is it warm where you are? If the liners are warmer it makes the install much easier too!
Link to the Desert Khaki video I did and go to 14:45 for the rear liner install, in case the link doesn’t bring you there automatically!
ua-cam.com/video/e5ga36LL3KM/v-deo.htmlm45s
@@VictorVectorJKU Yeah, I saw that and it helped a bunch....I mimicked the way you folded the back floor liner to get it under the front seat. Looks good but I need to replace some clips!!! Thanks again!
You are welcome Sam! Glad you got it in! 🤙🏼
Hey Victor,
Looks like you did this installed 2 years ago? What are you thoughts - review of the Armorlite floor system today? Still holding up good? Would you still recommend them? I currently have the factory carpet with weather tech floor mats in my 2010 Jeep Wrangler. Was going to replace the factor carpet with a carpet kit and came across the Armorlite while searching install videos. Now I need to know about these!
Thank you for your time and great install video. Kelly!
Hey there Kelly, thanks for checking out my video! Yes I have been running it for about 2 years now! The material is still in extremely good shape, the thermoplastic top good is very durable! I definitely recommend it, and it does have potential to allow water under it around the seat legs and where the front and rear portions overlap. For me this has not been an issue even living in Washington with a good amount of rain. Some of the best attributes are the quick cleaning, sound deadening, and thermal insulating properties in addition to the clean look that is way better than the factory carpet! Definitely let me know if you have any specific questions and I will get back to you!
Just got mine yesterday that I ordered during their Labor Day promotion & just finishing up install. Well made, good quality...my one & only issue with Armorlite is their fake promotions. Every holiday they offer 20% off but they hike the price up for the sale & drop it back down after...so in actuality there's no sale, just playing the number game. That deceit taints the image of the brand imo. Just be honest & let the product speak for itself instead of fudging numbers to give the illusion like you're getting a deal.
Good deal! I hope you enjoy it like I have! And yeah I think companies across the board play with their retail versus sale prices. I personally noticed that the sale price for the armorlite system was supposed to only be for their launch month but extended almost 5-6 months after launch. Idk tho, interesting if that is what they have done recently, I have not tracked their prices.
@@VictorVectorJKU F/R package prior to Labor Day sale was $561.60. Once the 20% off promotion started they hiked the price up to $624 & the second the promotion was over they dropped the price back down to $561.60.
In the end I was going to purchase regardless but I can do without the fugazzi marketing.
That is very interesting! You sound a lot like me tracking products cost and watching what happens during sales. That definitely is a bit frustrating tho. Thanks for the detail, the next time I talk with armorlite I will be sure to ask them about that!
@@VictorVectorJKU It's just Armorlite & only them that you can order it from, so wasn't hard to keep track of pricing if you've been eyeing the product since it's release. I have zero issues with the product, I'm loving it so far but their deceptive promotions stops me from referring it to others. I've made mention of it on their various social media platforms & they just wipe my comments out & delete.
Great install video!
I’m curious, as most jeeps have that pesky leak whether the upper or lower corner of the door will the water get in between the floor boards and the insulation under the mat?
Or will this product just allow ponding on the top of the mat itself for easy clean up?
I want to get rid of the carpet and get this product but not if I’m removing this product just to shop vac the water as I’m already doing with the carpet.
And yes, I’ve been trying to solve the leak issue
This system is extremely difficult to install. Not anywhere easy as shown. The flooring is extremely stiff and does not bend as easily as shown. The rear cargo area mat does not cover the carpet fully. Weather tech mat is much better for rear cargo area.
I’m sorry you had a much more difficult install, I promise it was not my intent to make it look easier. I am curious if you did your install on a warm or cool day? The day I installed mine were very warm and they were in the sun prior to the install which makes it easier. You are also correct that the rear cargo mat does not replace or cover the carpet entirely in the rear but is better than the factory mat! Also Armorlite now has the wheel well system which will cover more! I appreciate you checking out my video and the feedback Cynthia!
Great video. I have Dynamat through almost all of my Jeep bed. After installing, do you believe this would work if I have Dynamat, and dynapad sound deadening (basically extra insulation below the existing carpet) installed? Or is it too tight?
Hey there Michael, thanks for checking out my video! So I am not familiar with the dynamat and dynapad from personal experience. I looked them both up however and found their thickness to be 1/16” and 3/8” thickness respectively so you are looking at 7/16” or just under 1/2” for thickness of the two combined.
In an attempt to ensure I do not mislead you, I have copied a question from Armorlites FAQ section based on a spray in liner.
Will the Armorlite product fit over a spray-in-liner?
In most cases, yes. The Armorlite flooring is designed to follow the factory sheet metal surface, but if the spray-in-liner is a heavy/dense material, there would be a risk of poor fit for the Armorlite floor.
So being that you have nearly a 1/2” of padding you could see an issue with the fit. I expect the biggest issue you would have would be the depth of the drain plug and for that to fully seal to the sheet metal floor as well as the interior trim pieces not seating as they should. Otherwise I would think the flooring would be an ok fit. Now I would recommend giving armorlite a call and get their feedback directly! I should be on a call with them in a day or two so if I can get feedback on this I will reply that additionally below!
I was so excited for this and now seeing it I am a little disappointed in the coverage. There are too many spots for the water to get under the mats.
Hey thanks for checking out my video Brandon! I am sorry to hear your disappointment and you have made a fair argument and observation. These are actually similar fears I had when I first ordered the mess smoke kit! However from what I have observed so far, and note living in Washington and having been on slaughter by wet weather for the past 3 months, I have not seen any issues with the minimal amount of water that may have gotten under the floor system. I do not see longer defrost times in the morning to clear interior moisture, I have not noticed any smells, and the system does not have a spongey feel like the polyester underlayment has absorbed water. My Jeep does have plenty of leaks which typically land on top of the liner but I am sure water gets under it too. Now granted I do not go through deep water crossings or mud holes that water is above the base of the door so I do not see that kind of water intrusion possibility. I hope you find this feedback and insight helpful, let me know if you have further questions!
@@VictorVectorJKU that’s good to know. I have such a leaky 2008 that I would just be fighting what I did with my carpet. I raptor lined mine and it’s nice but during the summer it gets crazy hot so was curious about these but didn’t realize all the gaps and overlaps they have. I have floor mats over my raptor and often get mold under them as well so sounds like I’m in a lose lose situation. Nice review and thanks for the information.
You bet Brandon! Hopefully you will find a solution that works for you in the future!
What about the rear cargo area? Is there a section for that too? Do you think this is a better option than a spray-in liner?
Hey there Richard, thanks for checking out my video! I did not order the cargo liner they offer for the JKU when I got this kit but I do cover that on my Desert Khaki install video! It is just a liner similar to others out there that sit on top of the carpet for the cargo area.
As for is this a better option, there are a few factors to weigh based on what you are looking for.
Pros of Armorlite:
- increased thermal and acoustic insulation for a quieter and more stable temperature in the cabin
- better than factory fit and appearance over the carpet
- pass through drain system and easy to clean and rinse out
- durable and mold resistant
- easy install no tools needed and not necessary to disassemble the interior
- can be removed and cleaned outside of the Jeep
Cons of Armorlite:
- water can get under the liner, I have not had an issue with any small amounts of water under the liner
Pros of bed liner:
- nothing for water to get under, as long as the liner is applied well
- nice appearance over painted sheet metal
- added layer of protection to the sheet metal
Cons of bed liner:
- expect more noise and heat in the cabin than with carpet, might reduce over bare sheet metal
- interior disassembly required
- Very difficult to remove if you decide you don’t like it or get a new Jeep (same model)
My personal opinion for what I value and was looking for; thermal and acoustic dampening, washable, durable, removable, drainable, and attractive hit all the boxes I was interested in and I was willing to deal with a little water getting under the liner if that happens. So I would say for me I love the Armorlite floor liner and would choose this over a bed liner application for the purpose of my Jeep!
Great install review! Once they cover the trunk, ill be a buyer!
Thank you Blake! Yeah it will be great once they do! I wish I knew if they had a timeline for the full 4 door trunk liner.