I installed this on my jeep wrangler jl today. Video was great. Worst part was breaking basically all the clips on the removeal of the flare. rest of the work was straight forward. Thanks for the video - it was a great guide.
One thing I recommend when removing the fender: to avoid breaking the clips, if they do not come out easy, if you pull upward (or toward the outside) the fender will come off while leaving the clips attached to the side panel. The clips slide into the fender toward the edge, and can be slid right back out. Then the clips can be removed with a pair of needle nose pliers (squeezing the back behind the panel). This saved me the trouble of replacing them or putting to much force on the fender and breaking something not so easily replaced.
My wife and I just installed ours on our Gladiator today. Used this video as our guide and it was spot on. Thank you Northridge! Your videos are a god send to us DIY folks!
Get one here - Complete Grimm Offroad Twin Air Compressor Kit, including Grimm Offroad bracket, ARB Twin Air Compressor and ARB Compressor Hose Kit: www.northridge4x4.com/part/engine-underhood/gor10013pkg-arb-compressor-w-grimm-offroad-bracket-kit
@@darrenroos6408 So far a 10, especially based on cost. I've only gotten to use it a couple of times though. I think it works best with my speedflate system. www.speedflate.com/
Not sure if anything has changed but I installed this kit on my 2022 JLUR Xtreme Recon and I DID NOT pull the fender flare or the liner. Maybe the XR has a different inner liner? I ordered 10 of the fender clips when I ordered my Grimm bracket but they did not show up in time for the need date (still haven't). 3 dealerships here and all had zero on hand and even if they did, they wanted $7.50 each (thieves). I decided to explore possibilities of installation without removal of the inner liner and flare because I have a trip on Sunday and breaking fender clips (100% chance you are breaking one or all of them) wasn't in the cards. Vehicle: 2022 JLUR XR with 3.6 E-torque. Cannot speak for any other configuration! Here is what I did: 1. assemble the compressor/bracket. 2. ***Turn the wheels right ( i learned this 1/2 way through!!!) *** 3. Remove 2 rear xmas tree plugs 4. Carefully push the inner fender liner up and roll it up so that it is resting on the the tire 5. Relocate the plug per instructions (if you are a 3.6 E-torque) 6. You will have to orient the pump and then bench press it up into place. It took me a few tries but it will go. 7. Finish the install. I think if I had the fender clips, I would have pulled the fender but necessity is the mother of invention! Best of luck and great product, GRIMM and thanks to Northridge 4x4 for basically getting me the bracket in 2 days.
I have the 2.0 Etorque in my JL and that was a hell of a fit ! That said, I am somewhat concerned to zip tie those two connector wires to the coolant line, which gets very, very hot. Perhaps there's nothing to worry about but yeah -- seemed iffy.
Excellent video I’ll be tackling this project next! If at all possible can you add to your video for thisNeed to this also! Jeep Wrangler JL/JLU & Gladiator JT 4XE Charge Port Air Chuck Conversion Kit
@@northridgenation I can’t wait! We need to figure out how to change the 4e door to be customizable lol! Thanks for putting these videos together for us DIY guys and galls!
Great video but the Grimm Offroad Compressor bracket doesn't work on the JL or JT with the eco-diesel. And I'm not sure but I don't think it will not work on the 2.0 turbo. Not sure but I know engine bay layout is different as well.
Hey @Northridge 4x4 - then link in the video of the AR Compressor shows a kit with a bracket... I assume that the one that works with the Grim Offroad kit should be just the simple Twin Air Compressor. Can you confirm that this one has all that is needed?
The Grimm twin compressor mount has been tested and verified that they work with Road Armor, EVO and DV8 inner fenders. They'll keep updating the list as more info comes in. www.northridge4x4.com/part/compressor-mounts-accessories/10013-grimm-offroad-arb-twin-compressor-mounting-bracket-kit
@@northridgenation I have the Artec Industries inner fender liners and I'm hoping it'll work. Most if not all aftermarket inner fender liners tends to mount deeper into the wheel openings to create more tire clearance but a tighter engine bay.
@@jthor8373 The engineers at Grimm said that any fender liners that don't fit Diesel JL / JT most likely will not fit our compressor kit. If they do fit diesels, they are more likely to fit our kit because of the way that they need to avoid and cover the relocated washer bottle.
Yes, you have to remove the tire and at least the inner fender liner is you needed to service the compressor. But there isn't much to service on the compressor. Pull the filters from up top and clean them out, that's about it.
@@northridgenation thanks for the clarification, I just find it so strange that with the new JLs there's no underhood mounting options like there used to be.... Is it because there's just not enough space? Looking around, this is basically the only under the hood option, and still this is not really under the hood lol
Thank you for another great video team N4x4! :) I am debating on purchasing this bracket kit for a JLUR 2018 3.6L and I have three main concerns while deciding. First being the heat from the catalytic converter being so close since these are designed to be red hot. While you haven't heard of issue do you think that this might be a concern if airing up during the hot summer months? Also do you think the difficult access might pose some serviceability issues? Last and most important did you guys test this bracket with aftermarket inner fenders and can you please share if it would work with specific brands without issues or trimming required?
We were involved in heat testing when these kits were being prototyped and did not see any issues, including running the compressor under load for an hour with the engine running. We also have one in a Gladiator with a 6.4 Hemi swap and haven't had any issues yet.
Have you heard of anyone having issues with overheating the ARB compressor when installed with the Grimm bracket? If yes, have you heard of anything to do to help reduce heat, possibly wrapping the exhaust components in heat wrap? We were trying to air up (20psi -> 35psi) a total of (8) 37" tires over the weekend and on tire #7 the compressor shut off automatically. I assume it was because of heat. The compressor later started to work again after returning to a manageable heat.
Yours is the first we've heard of and we've sold hundreds of these kits. When we tested the first kits, we ran the compressor for over an hour straight with the engine running and it didn't shut off. Make sure the compressor heads are not covered in mud. That would hold the heat in. Adding a small 12volt computer fan in that corner to help get more air moving across the compressor would help too.
Now I'm wondering if this will work with a 2 door 2021 2.0 turbo JL Rubicon. Looks like a couple of extra modifications will be needed. Let me know if I'm right and what is needed. Really like how easy this kit is.
It does work with the 2.0T engine, you need to relocate the relay box from the fender to the firewall. It is covered in step 13 of the instructions, check out the product page for the instructions. www.northridge4x4.com/part/compressor-mounts-accessories/10013-grimm-offroad-arb-twin-compressor-mounting-bracket-kit
@@smarterthanyou2674 For the JT, mount that 2 gal air tank under the bed, then measure out how long of a air hose you need to feed it and order up a couple Grimm Offroad Stainless Hoses to route to it and back along the frame rail. We have the Grimm SS air hoses from 12" to 10' long! www.northridge4x4.com/brand/grimm-offroad
We have them on all the Northridge4x4 Jeeps up here in the PNW and we see lots of rain, so far no issues in over two years. Salt.... 😬 You know how that goes. If you don't get under there and spray things down every now and again, salt will destroy everything.
Grimm Offroad did some long term running tests with the compressor running under load while the engine was running and saw no major spikes in compressor temperatures measured.
You should note that this kit WILL NOT fit a JL with the 2.0L turbo engine. there are lines in the way in the wheel well, and there is a fuse/relay box in the engine compartment where the bracket mounts. I bought this kit from you and found that out when I tried to install it.
We've installed this kit on a 2.0T no problem. The relay block is relocated over the brake booster and we had to trim a plastic bracket that the heat shield hit.
@@northridgenation close to what I did, the relay box did not have enough wire to move, so I modified the air chuck bracket and installed it above the brake booster. Also had to move some lines in the wheel well to fit in the compressor. It might be the etorque that is different.
@@alifgilani9611 No problems Alif, the ARB compressor is sealed and designed to have the air intake filters relocated to a safer place. The fittings used in the Grimm kit are the genuine ARB fittings from their relocation kit. www.northridge4x4.com/part/compressor-mounts-accessories/171319-arb-air-filter-relocation-kit
Still completely submerging your jeep in a river will destroy it I assume. I like it otherwise. Which is very normal on any trail in North Georgia where I live.
The compressor itself is submersible, just remote mount the filters like the Grimm kit does. It you're do water deeper than the hoodline, you might be needing to move other things too.
I installed this on my jeep wrangler jl today. Video was great. Worst part was breaking basically all the clips on the removeal of the flare. rest of the work was straight forward. Thanks for the video - it was a great guide.
Glad it helped!
One thing I recommend when removing the fender: to avoid breaking the clips, if they do not come out easy, if you pull upward (or toward the outside) the fender will come off while leaving the clips attached to the side panel. The clips slide into the fender toward the edge, and can be slid right back out. Then the clips can be removed with a pair of needle nose pliers (squeezing the back behind the panel). This saved me the trouble of replacing them or putting to much force on the fender and breaking something not so easily replaced.
Nice tip, we'll give it a try.
My wife and I just installed ours on our Gladiator today. Used this video as our guide and it was spot on. Thank you Northridge! Your videos are a god send to us DIY folks!
Glad it helped and thank for watching!
Thank you. Just subscribed. Your explanations are crystal clear
I bought this set up based on this video for my 2020 JT. It's an amazing set up I couldn't be happier. THANK YOU GUYS
Glad you like it!
Tim your knowledge is always appreciated
Thanks Carlin!
I wish I had one. 🎉
Get one here - Complete Grimm Offroad Twin Air Compressor Kit, including Grimm Offroad bracket, ARB Twin Air Compressor and ARB Compressor Hose Kit:
www.northridge4x4.com/part/engine-underhood/gor10013pkg-arb-compressor-w-grimm-offroad-bracket-kit
Loved the install! Was thinking a single ARB but now I know the twin fits. I have a JL 2dr on order and this will be one of my first mods.
Great video! The bracket and compressor work good in our JL 2 door.
Glad you like it, it's our favorite for mounting a twin ARB compressor in a JL or JT.
The joy you bring 😝
Great install video thanks for the help!
Great vid. I'll be installing this kit tomorrow on my JTR
On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate it after you have it installed and have had a chance to use it?
@@darrenroos6408 So far a 10, especially based on cost. I've only gotten to use it a couple of times though. I think it works best with my speedflate system. www.speedflate.com/
Not sure if anything has changed but I installed this kit on my 2022 JLUR Xtreme Recon and I DID NOT pull the fender flare or the liner. Maybe the XR has a different inner liner? I ordered 10 of the fender clips when I ordered my Grimm bracket but they did not show up in time for the need date (still haven't). 3 dealerships here and all had zero on hand and even if they did, they wanted $7.50 each (thieves). I decided to explore possibilities of installation without removal of the inner liner and flare because I have a trip on Sunday and breaking fender clips (100% chance you are breaking one or all of them) wasn't in the cards.
Vehicle: 2022 JLUR XR with 3.6 E-torque. Cannot speak for any other configuration!
Here is what I did:
1. assemble the compressor/bracket.
2. ***Turn the wheels right ( i learned this 1/2 way through!!!) ***
3. Remove 2 rear xmas tree plugs
4. Carefully push the inner fender liner up and roll it up so that it is resting on the the tire
5. Relocate the plug per instructions (if you are a 3.6 E-torque)
6. You will have to orient the pump and then bench press it up into place. It took me a few tries but it will go.
7. Finish the install.
I think if I had the fender clips, I would have pulled the fender but necessity is the mother of invention! Best of luck and great product, GRIMM and thanks to Northridge 4x4 for basically getting me the bracket in 2 days.
Thanks for sharing!
I have the 2.0 Etorque in my JL and that was a hell of a fit ! That said, I am somewhat concerned to zip tie those two connector wires to the coolant line, which gets very, very hot. Perhaps there's nothing to worry about but yeah -- seemed iffy.
Excellent video I’ll be tackling this project next! If at all possible can you add to your video for thisNeed to this also! Jeep Wrangler JL/JLU & Gladiator JT 4XE Charge Port Air Chuck Conversion Kit
We'll be doing the Grimm 4XE install video soon!
@@northridgenation I can’t wait! We need to figure out how to change the 4e door to be customizable lol! Thanks for putting these videos together for us DIY guys and galls!
Nice upload
What an ordeal. I’m mounting the compressor to a board and securing to the carpet under my seat with Velcro 🥴
Great video but the Grimm Offroad Compressor bracket doesn't work on the JL or JT with the eco-diesel. And I'm not sure but I don't think it will not work on the 2.0 turbo. Not sure but I know engine bay layout is different as well.
For the 2.0T you need to relocate a relay block. We haven't done one on a diesel yet.
@@northridgenation Where do you relocate it? I went to order from you and it said that the kit fits the 2.0T.
@@Dave3909 The relay block is relocated up on the firewall. We do have pics if it will help.
I have the Falcon 3.3 piggy back. Will the front reservoir interfere with this mount ?
No, they clear by about a 1/4"
Hey @Northridge 4x4 - then link in the video of the AR Compressor shows a kit with a bracket... I assume that the one that works with the Grim Offroad kit should be just the simple Twin Air Compressor. Can you confirm that this one has all that is needed?
Correct, the ARB Twin Compressor is the one you want to work with this bracket: www.northridge4x4.com/part/compressors/ckmta12-arb-12v-twin-compressor
will be installing this today cant wait
Absolutely love it but not sure if it will work with aftermarket inner fender liners.
The Grimm twin compressor mount has been tested and verified that they work with Road Armor, EVO and DV8 inner fenders. They'll keep updating the list as more info comes in.
www.northridge4x4.com/part/compressor-mounts-accessories/10013-grimm-offroad-arb-twin-compressor-mounting-bracket-kit
@@northridgenation
I have the Artec Industries inner fender liners and I'm hoping it'll work. Most if not all aftermarket inner fender liners tends to mount deeper into the wheel openings to create more tire clearance but a tighter engine bay.
@@jthor8373 We haven't heard one way or the other on the Artec liners yet.
@@jthor8373 The engineers at Grimm said that any fender liners that don't fit Diesel JL / JT most likely will not fit our compressor kit.
If they do fit diesels, they are more likely to fit our kit because of the way that they need to avoid and cover the relocated washer bottle.
Artec has a couple different models, including some that fit diesel JL/JTs.
So if you need to service the compressor you need to remove the tire\fender???
Yes, you have to remove the tire and at least the inner fender liner is you needed to service the compressor.
But there isn't much to service on the compressor. Pull the filters from up top and clean them out, that's about it.
@@northridgenation thanks for the clarification, I just find it so strange that with the new JLs there's no underhood mounting options like there used to be.... Is it because there's just not enough space? Looking around, this is basically the only under the hood option, and still this is not really under the hood lol
Thank you for another great video team N4x4! :) I am debating on purchasing this bracket kit for a JLUR 2018 3.6L and I have three main concerns while deciding. First being the heat from the catalytic converter being so close since these are designed to be red hot. While you haven't heard of issue do you think that this might be a concern if airing up during the hot summer months? Also do you think the difficult access might pose some serviceability issues? Last and most important did you guys test this bracket with aftermarket inner fenders and can you please share if it would work with specific brands without issues or trimming required?
We were involved in heat testing when these kits were being prototyped and did not see any issues, including running the compressor under load for an hour with the engine running.
We also have one in a Gladiator with a 6.4 Hemi swap and haven't had any issues yet.
@@northridgenation That's great! How about inner fender liners? Have you successfully used after market inner fender liners with this mounting kit?
Have you heard of anyone having issues with overheating the ARB compressor when installed with the Grimm bracket? If yes, have you heard of anything to do to help reduce heat, possibly wrapping the exhaust components in heat wrap?
We were trying to air up (20psi -> 35psi) a total of (8) 37" tires over the weekend and on tire #7 the compressor shut off automatically. I assume it was because of heat. The compressor later started to work again after returning to a manageable heat.
Yours is the first we've heard of and we've sold hundreds of these kits.
When we tested the first kits, we ran the compressor for over an hour straight with the engine running and it didn't shut off.
Make sure the compressor heads are not covered in mud. That would hold the heat in.
Adding a small 12volt computer fan in that corner to help get more air moving across the compressor would help too.
Now I'm wondering if this will work with a 2 door 2021 2.0 turbo JL Rubicon. Looks like a couple of extra modifications will be needed. Let me know if I'm right and what is needed. Really like how easy this kit is.
It does work with the 2.0T engine, you need to relocate the relay box from the fender to the firewall. It is covered in step 13 of the instructions, check out the product page for the instructions.
www.northridge4x4.com/part/compressor-mounts-accessories/10013-grimm-offroad-arb-twin-compressor-mounting-bracket-kit
Is this a repost? I know I've seen this before. I watched it before I bought and installed it.
This video was released first on through the E3 Overland group.
what would need to be changed in order to add air lockers and a 2 gallon tank?
Any idea where a two gallon tank could fit underneath on a diesel?
JL or JT?
To add Air Lockers, you will need to add the ARB air manifold, the Grimm bracket is already drilled for mounting it.
@@northridgenation JT sorry
@@smarterthanyou2674 For the JT, mount that 2 gal air tank under the bed, then measure out how long of a air hose you need to feed it and order up a couple Grimm Offroad Stainless Hoses to route to it and back along the frame rail. We have the Grimm SS air hoses from 12" to 10' long!
www.northridge4x4.com/brand/grimm-offroad
Will this work for the manual transmission 3.6 engine?
Will a standard quick release chuck fit in that location as well?
Can I fit this in a wk2 ?
It's designed for the JL and JTs.
@@northridgenation darn...
How do you reckon this works in wet climates? Particularly those exposed to large rainfalls/snowfall/ & salt.
We have them on all the Northridge4x4 Jeeps up here in the PNW and we see lots of rain, so far no issues in over two years.
Salt.... 😬 You know how that goes. If you don't get under there and spray things down every now and again, salt will destroy everything.
Any concerns being that close to the exhaust?
Grimm Offroad did some long term running tests with the compressor running under load while the engine was running and saw no major spikes in compressor temperatures measured.
Dude, that phone face down on the pavement...
Suggestion for JT with the Eco diesel in terms of mounting location?
We added a diesel Gladiator to the fleet and will be digging into that later this year.
Will this fit a 392?!
D I need an external tank for the Dual
You do not, though it is recommended to use the ARB manifold with the dual compressor.
You should note that this kit WILL NOT fit a JL with the 2.0L turbo engine. there are lines in the way in the wheel well, and there is a fuse/relay box in the engine compartment where the bracket mounts. I bought this kit from you and found that out when I tried to install it.
What year is your 2.0T?
Mines a 2020, so no etorque.
@@JeepinBailey Mine is a 2018 with etorque
We've installed this kit on a 2.0T no problem. The relay block is relocated over the brake booster and we had to trim a plastic bracket that the heat shield hit.
@@northridgenation close to what I did, the relay box did not have enough wire to move, so I modified the air chuck bracket and installed it above the brake booster. Also had to move some lines in the wheel well to fit in the compressor. It might be the etorque that is different.
Scott M
Good info. Thanks for the heads up! Definitely want this compressor and kept out of the way.
Does the location affect water fording?
No, The air intake filters are relocated up to the top of the fender well. That would place them higher than the OE Jeep fording depth maximum.
Northridge4x4 But would the compressor be compromised since it is much lower.
@@alifgilani9611 No problems Alif, the ARB compressor is sealed and designed to have the air intake filters relocated to a safer place. The fittings used in the Grimm kit are the genuine ARB fittings from their relocation kit.
www.northridge4x4.com/part/compressor-mounts-accessories/171319-arb-air-filter-relocation-kit
Can you buy just the switch bracket?
Grimm Offroad is telling us not yet.
Will this install work for the Diesel JL?
Unfortunately no. The washer tank resides in that location.
Anyone know if this will fit when using the AAL inner fenders?
We haven't tried that yet.
Yeah I'd like to know too.
Will this work on eco diesel JT?
Unfortunately no. The windshield washer tank occupies that spot. Grimm is working on a solution, stay tuned.
Thanks for the info! I'll wait for it.
Still completely submerging your jeep in a river will destroy it I assume. I like it otherwise. Which is very normal on any trail in North Georgia where I live.
The compressor itself is submersible, just remote mount the filters like the Grimm kit does.
It you're do water deeper than the hoodline, you might be needing to move other things too.
Does this fit on the Diesel JT as well?
Unfortunately, no. The washer fluid reservoir occupies that space.
Grimm tells us they are working on a design.