Roblaza
02-08-2014, 10:42 PM
So, I've got this Dog...80 LBS, likes to go for rides in the jeep and has a tendency to stumble around a bit in the back of the rocket. Not wanting her to go for a tumble this summer when the top comes off, I decided it would be a GREAT idea to purchase a Cargo Restraint system to keep her within the confines of the Jeep.
I looked and looked and came across www.BigBoyJeep.com. After some researching, came to the conclusion that overall they had a decent review and pulled the trigger on the "Basic Kit". Cost was $59.99 USD, plus sipping WITH a set of free grab handles. Now, They have a bunch of Kit's you can buy, and the Basic Kit includes the netting to cover the rear seats from the soundbar to the tailgate, and the two sides.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b314/roblaza/Jeep/F4B54896-4E71-4BF3-9A1D-B8C87225AB5C_zpsaf0s1g6f.png (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/roblaza/media/Jeep/F4B54896-4E71-4BF3-9A1D-B8C87225AB5C_zpsaf0s1g6f.png.html)
I placed my order in December, and it came to roughly $95 CAN after taxes, shipping and duties. I Waited a month for it to show up, but it didn't. So I shot off an email to Andrew at BigBoyJeep.com and he replied very quickly and was concerned that I hadn't received my order yet (this was last week). He assured me that he had contacted USPS about it and I was informed that they could not track the package and that they were unsure of it's location. He also informed me that he sent another one that same day, only this time sent it priority with a tracking number. I received it TODAY.
Upon the initial opening of my package, I noticed immediately that the netting came folded very nicely inside a bag inside the box. Under the bag of netting was another bag of clips and whatnot that you need to install the kit. It includes all necessary clips and Velcro straps. The only thing that it did not come with was instructions, BUT you can find them on the website along with a drawing of how to tie the "knots" in order to secure it to your rollbars.
Further unpackaging revealed that Andrew in fact mailed me the "Trail Kit" which includes the netting to cover the front seats aswell as an extra set of grab handles (I can only assume to make up for the shipping mistake) although it wasn't necessary.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b314/roblaza/Jeep/850FA80D-BF49-43FB-8698-1EF543A90983_zpskljkgtlf.png (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/roblaza/media/Jeep/850FA80D-BF49-43FB-8698-1EF543A90983_zpskljkgtlf.png.html)
The material used seems to be of a decent quality, and seems like it is sturdy enough to hold in my Mutt, and anything else I decide to throw back there. The grab handles feel sturdy, like they're up to the challenge of supporting a couple hundred pounds or more, and the clips don't feel cheap and flimsy.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b314/roblaza/Jeep/9ECF7DFA-465E-4A00-803B-9639CD3E2494_zpsdakuiqne.jpg (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/roblaza/media/Jeep/9ECF7DFA-465E-4A00-803B-9639CD3E2494_zpsdakuiqne.jpg.html)
So far I'm pleased with the netting, although I have not yet been able to install it yet. Once I do I will update this thread to let you know my final thoughts/opinion of the product. So Far so good!
-Packaging 7/10
I know it's just netting, nothing breakable...it was folded nicely but there was nothing that really stood out. It was sufficient.
-Material 8.5/10
Netting seems decent, could be a little thicker bit seems like it'll do what it's meant to do- Keeping things in when the top is off. Clips seem sturdy.
-Ease of install TBA
-Overall rating TBA
I have not yet installed it, so I cannot give an overall rating as of yet. STAY TUNED!
I looked and looked and came across www.BigBoyJeep.com. After some researching, came to the conclusion that overall they had a decent review and pulled the trigger on the "Basic Kit". Cost was $59.99 USD, plus sipping WITH a set of free grab handles. Now, They have a bunch of Kit's you can buy, and the Basic Kit includes the netting to cover the rear seats from the soundbar to the tailgate, and the two sides.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b314/roblaza/Jeep/F4B54896-4E71-4BF3-9A1D-B8C87225AB5C_zpsaf0s1g6f.png (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/roblaza/media/Jeep/F4B54896-4E71-4BF3-9A1D-B8C87225AB5C_zpsaf0s1g6f.png.html)
I placed my order in December, and it came to roughly $95 CAN after taxes, shipping and duties. I Waited a month for it to show up, but it didn't. So I shot off an email to Andrew at BigBoyJeep.com and he replied very quickly and was concerned that I hadn't received my order yet (this was last week). He assured me that he had contacted USPS about it and I was informed that they could not track the package and that they were unsure of it's location. He also informed me that he sent another one that same day, only this time sent it priority with a tracking number. I received it TODAY.
Upon the initial opening of my package, I noticed immediately that the netting came folded very nicely inside a bag inside the box. Under the bag of netting was another bag of clips and whatnot that you need to install the kit. It includes all necessary clips and Velcro straps. The only thing that it did not come with was instructions, BUT you can find them on the website along with a drawing of how to tie the "knots" in order to secure it to your rollbars.
Further unpackaging revealed that Andrew in fact mailed me the "Trail Kit" which includes the netting to cover the front seats aswell as an extra set of grab handles (I can only assume to make up for the shipping mistake) although it wasn't necessary.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b314/roblaza/Jeep/850FA80D-BF49-43FB-8698-1EF543A90983_zpskljkgtlf.png (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/roblaza/media/Jeep/850FA80D-BF49-43FB-8698-1EF543A90983_zpskljkgtlf.png.html)
The material used seems to be of a decent quality, and seems like it is sturdy enough to hold in my Mutt, and anything else I decide to throw back there. The grab handles feel sturdy, like they're up to the challenge of supporting a couple hundred pounds or more, and the clips don't feel cheap and flimsy.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b314/roblaza/Jeep/9ECF7DFA-465E-4A00-803B-9639CD3E2494_zpsdakuiqne.jpg (http://s22.photobucket.com/user/roblaza/media/Jeep/9ECF7DFA-465E-4A00-803B-9639CD3E2494_zpsdakuiqne.jpg.html)
So far I'm pleased with the netting, although I have not yet been able to install it yet. Once I do I will update this thread to let you know my final thoughts/opinion of the product. So Far so good!
-Packaging 7/10
I know it's just netting, nothing breakable...it was folded nicely but there was nothing that really stood out. It was sufficient.
-Material 8.5/10
Netting seems decent, could be a little thicker bit seems like it'll do what it's meant to do- Keeping things in when the top is off. Clips seem sturdy.
-Ease of install TBA
-Overall rating TBA
I have not yet installed it, so I cannot give an overall rating as of yet. STAY TUNED!