Install: Duel of the Evap Canister Relocation Kits: Metalcloak vs Rock Hard 4x4

We purchased two different evap canister relocation kits for our Jeeps: One from Metalcloak and one from Rock Hard 4x4. Which is better? We'll show you the install of both!

[@davidjohnson3977]

super cool to see both versions side by side install.. Very well done. I like seeing 2 NORMAL guys working on their Jeeps using different brands. Thank you for doing this!

[@1111Overland]

Thank you! Hope it helped you decide which to get. Def a needed upgrade on your Jeep. Very simple.

[@cameronground1625]

Nice video, one comment that may help others is that per RockHard's install instructions, you don't actually need to drill new holes in the frame, you use the existing oval shaped hole visible in the video, and another hole that is hidden under the metal strap for the driver side hole. The RockHard plate's holes are spaced specifically for those existing holes. The metal strap holds the TPMS wireless receiver, you can remove it from the strap and just zip tie it into the same place on top of the frame.

[@mattn318]

Thanks man, very professional looking video. going with the MC

[@toolmaker5150]

Great video. I already bought the M/C. I do like the R/H mounting though. Like you mentioned nutserts require a fairly accurate hole that may be a challenge with hand drill. Thanks guys.

[@jeeperscreepers7373]

I already bought the Metalcloak piece, thanks for the comparison of the installs.

[@1111Overland]

Jeepers Creepers me too! Have you installed it? What do you think?

[@jeeperscreepers7373]

Jeremy McLerran I still have the crunchy paper on it. Been here for about a year while I’m sorting out some other issues with the jeep. The video makes me want to finally get around to putting it on.

[@1111Overland]

It will make a fun project for a Saturday morning. Only take you a couple hours.

[@frankdepaolo3633]

After watching the video all the way to the end I am super excited I went with the Rock Hard version. My installation will be so much easier. I purchased the Metal Cloak Skid System for my JK and the installation was pretty straight forward, but messing with those nutserts is never a fun experience. I had to install 26 of them with my Poison Spyder rock rails and 2 with my skid system. I'm super excited the RH version does not use the nutserts. Great video and thanks for giving me some insight before I go install this afternoon.

[@1111Overland]

Frank DePaolo You’re going to be really happy with that decision. Good choice and thanks for watching!

[@beachboy4928]

Thanks for the footage. I did the HR 4×4 by myself. Easier with two people but not difficult alone.

[@1111Overland]

beach boy I was really impressed with how the Hard Rock was engineered. Really well thought out.

[@matthewgorgoglione5492]

If anyone has any problems, just flat head the little tab on the back of the emissions white valve on the box and or you can rotate it 180' or commen replace, dorman part# 310-215🤳✨

[@ToddKirst]

Great Video. I just got to MetalCloak version.

[@1111Overland]

Great! Good luck with the install!

[@somewheretoday]

Great Video Metalcloak all the way

[@ofermorag]

Thank you very much for this helpful video! I’m researching relocating my canister so I may install a potable water tank in it’s place. Can you share with the approximate dimensions of the space created by relocating the kit? Super ballpark figure would be greatly appreciated. (I got about 21"L x 9"W x 8"T). Thank you!

[@1111Overland]

Ofer Morag I just did a quick measurement and The spot where the eve app canister used to be is about 12 inches wide by 6 inches deep by 30 inches long, but you’ve got the catalytic converter right there which will create significant heat, don’t know if you want your water tank close to that heat source. If you have a tank that can go past the catalytic converter you’ll get an extra 12 inches of length too. This is all assuming that you don’t mind the driveshaft being close to your water tank. One of the reasons I relocated my evap canister is to stay away from the driveshaft and avoid damage. If you wanted to put water storage above the driveshaft you would need to make sure your bump stops prevent the driveshaft from hitting that tank, but there is a space about The measurements you gave me, only I would suggest only 4 inches deep, unless you put in more bump stops

[@bobrowe3273]

I've read enough comments on youtube to know if you don't get at least one ahole comment you did not do a very good job, So to make this a perfect video I will show my stupidly and make the comment. When you put the rubber bumper on the bottom of the MC bracket you DID NOT use vice grips, you used channel locks. Now its the perfect comparison video. Thanks.

[@1111Overland]

bob rowe it’s funny you say that, because I’m CONSTANTLY struggling with tool and part names. I’m usually pretty good about catching them and re-filming it, but clearly not perfect!

[@anicetopontillas8121]

For the Metal Cloak, what size is rivet nut. I have the tool but none of the mandrel that came with it fits.

[@ksdurham]

Jeremy, as always, great video and this was great timing to see the comparison as I'm going to relocate my evap in prep for an upcoming Rubicon run. Question on your drill bit preference... Why didn't you use a step bit after the pilot hole? I also recommend coating the nutserts with red loctite to eliminate any possibility of nutsert slippage.

[@1111Overland]

ksdurham totally agree on the step bit. I don’t think I had one at the time, but I do now and it’s one of my best tools. Loctite is always such a smart idea and for some stupid reason I always forget to do it. I need to be better at it.

[@ksdurham]

Jeremy McLerran Jeremy McLerran I'm installing a MetalCloak today! Thanks for the great video!

[@1111Overland]

ksdurham best of luck, you’re gonna love it!

[@thetouchtonsoffroad3574]

Fyi u push on the part of the clip you where pulling on and they come off without damage. with that said great video.

[@1111Overland]

The Touchton’s Offroad great tip! Probably helps to have it clean too. Extra dirt gets in the way...

[@kevinchristofora9367]

So... what do you do after you break those two little clips taking the connectors off?

[@1111Overland]

I know exactly how you feel! I was pretty disappointed and wondering how I was going to fix it, turns out you don’t need them at all!

[@leskobrandon538]

Get a stepper bit set.. makes nice clean holes...

[@1111Overland]

Hal I have one now and I love it.

[@jaymanxxxx]

RH is the one for me.

[@1111Overland]

jaymanxxxx it’s a great choice!!

[@albertoc17]

I installed the Metalcloak Evap Relocate bracket in my '17 Rubicon Recon about 2 months ago. Install was easy. Definitely don't need a second set of hands to install this bracket.👍 But since I relocated the canister I've been getting evap leak codes. I've had it smoked and can't find the leak. I know the bracket isn't the cause for the leak. Just frustrating that I'm having such a hard time finding it.

[@1111Overland]

Me I wonder if one of the lines are pinched...

[@1111Overland]

Me where are you located? Not in Utah by chance?

[@albertoc17]

@@1111Overland Wish I was in Utah. I live in San Diego. Replaced 2 of the OE hoses with the hoses that came with the kit. As you know Metalcloak only provides 2 hoses not 3 like Rock Hard.

[@ipdjbt]

This isn't the first i have heard of this, and the reason why I'm leary of buying one. I really want to relocate, but don't want any issues afterwards.

[@1111Overland]

Me so far no problems! Both my Jeep and Ryan’s have been running perfectly.

[@fireaxxe]

So the RH is $30 more expensive but you need a $50 tool and a one time use drill bit to install the MC. The RH also protects the EVAP canister.

[@1111Overland]

Todd Feaster the drill bit MC recommended didn’t perfectly fit the Nutserts supplied, I still had to “ream it out” a bit in order to get them installed, so I don’t know that you need to buy a special bit, just make sure you’ve got one large enough for those holes.

[@Tonymorr]

Evap canister simply stores fuel vapor so that it doesn’t get into the atmosphere. Then when the engine is running it slowly sucks the stored fuel vapor and burns it.

[@1111Overland]

I didn’t know it sucked it back in and burnt it up... excellent knowledge share, thank you!

[@dansimmons3839]

Yep. Absolutely nothing to do with the exhaust or “other chemicals” fuel vapor only.

[@leskobrandon538]

The EVAP canister hose clips push in to release, not pull out .

[@1111Overland]

Hal those clips were tricky!!

[@leskobrandon538]

I bought the Mopar Evap skid plate..(it's a rebadged Rugged Ridge) not really all that happy with it.. still close to the driveline.. thinking about a relocate bracket..

[@1111Overland]

Hal yeah, the relocation keeps it away from the drive line. That’s the whole purpose...

[@johnpotis]

What's wrong with the handsome ones finger, it takes a left turn in a no turn zone.

[@1111Overland]

John Otis genetic defect for sure.

[@sedated247]

Gifts of greatness

[@MrMctheking]

Hands down rock hard is better

[@1111Overland]

M C you think so? Why?

[@MrMctheking]

I like the relocate and skid idea. It was skidded for a reason. They are weak. An errant rock or beanie can break it. Doesn’t have to be landing on it or dragging it on stuff. I’m doing my TNT customs this weekend. Also with the rock hard they gave you the brake cable extension which you need with a lift kit. Or just let them hang like me. And smaller holes into frame. Not to mention nut certs are the biggest pain and a sandwich bracket is way stronger. For me no contest. Your reasoning for easier to remove doesn’t apply. The only reason you’ll ever remove it is because there’s no skid and it’s broken. Sorry.

[@MrMctheking]

Branch** not beanie. Lol

[@1111Overland]

M C great points! I was very impressed with the approach Rock Hard took in designing this relo bracket. It was similar in some respects but different in significant ways. Thanks for taking the time to share your opinion!

[@MrMctheking]

Great video. First one. Going to watch more! 😎