Rugged Ridge HD Full Width Front Bumper Install, For the Wrangler JL, JK, JT
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- Опубліковано 21 лип 2024
- ⬇️MAIN TOPIC: This episode shows how to remove the Wrangler JL Sahara front stock bumper with LED fog lights, and do a RuggedRidge HD Full Width Front Bumper install, with a Over-Rider hoop bar.
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I should have added the torque specs to the video, but this reference guide will help. jlwrangler.com/showthread.php?1167-TORQUE-SPECS-JL-WRANGLER-Reference-Guide
That was a much larger project than I imagined it would be. I'm sure it will help others who want to do the same. I also appreciated the little bits of comedy.
Hey Randy, Thanks for the feedback. Yeah, it was a little bit more involved than I first imagined. I was glad I had an extra set of hands along to help on this one. I thought the video might get lengthy, so I tried to introduce some levity in the production. Thanks for noticing. Cheers.
The new bumper looks way better than the stock one. Great job! Looking forward to seeing the install of the winch.
Hey Angela, Thanks for saying so. I’m happy with it. As soon as it arrives I’ll post the installation video. Thanks for watching. Cheers.
Very well put together video of the removal & installation. As well as, a few of the useful suggestions. Anyone viewing this should have the confidence to tackle the project themselves. Have enjoyed all your videos.
Hey Dennis, Thank you for the feedback and mentioning the other videos as well. Much appreciated.
Thanks for this great vid. Helpful to have this during my install. FYI, I talked to Rugged Ridge, and the reinforcement tie-ins that you "forgot" to originally re-install, are supposed to be removed and not reused. I called them because when you install both the overrider bracket and the reinforcement bracket, there are not enough threads left on the bolt for safety. I want to have at least 3-4 threads sticking out the back of the nut for safety. They said that previous years (before 2018 JL) did not have these reinforcement brackets and so they need to be removed from the 2018-2021 JLs. Also, they said the inside brackets should be removed as well when installing the winch plate brackets.
Hey Moments by Ron Sonedecker, That's good to know! Thanks. Cheers.
Great job. Glad to see you used rustproofing on the parts on instal.
Hey Jeff, Thanks for the feedback. I plan to keep-up with regular spraying with Krown, and plan to retouch up areas of wiring with dielectric grease, just to keep on top of it.
My new Rubicon, bought a couple of days ago, came with the steel bumpers. Just have to buy a mounting plate and a winch! But I really like the look on yours!
Hey Eric, Thanks for the feedback. That mopar one is great too. I looked at it but this one was less expensive and looked good too. Cheers.
Very nice, It gives the Jeep a very nice look! I love that style bumper, great choice!
Hey TrailWalker, Thanks for the feedback. I like the look too. I can't wait for the winch to arrive so I can install it. Cheers.
Just the video I was looking for, ordering the RR bumper, thanks a bunch
Hey Filipo, I’m glad you found the video helpful. Cheers
Hey , i watched your video and you are very knowledgeable and helpful!! Thank you !
Hey Raul,
Thank you. I’m glad you found the video helpful.
Cheers.
just found your channel and I subscribed. excellent content .
Hey Mike, Thank you. I'm glad you're finding the content helpful. Cheers.
Great suggestion to use the dielectric grease! I guess that few (if any?) of the third-party bumper manufacturers think about what happens to the fog light connections once they are no longer protected by the OEM bumper cover on the back...
Hey JC Gomez, Thanks for the feedback on the video. Cheers.
Great video thanks. Although I will say when you were removing the 'four' plugs for the LEDs on the stock bumper that must in Canadian plugs as there were 6!
Hey Willie, Thanks for the feedback. Yeah, there were a lot of plugs in the stock bumper removal. Cheers.
@@CheaperJeeperTV There sure were. I have to also say I think that is the most complete bumper install video I've seen. Makes me think I may even be able to change my out! Thanks again.
Hey Willie, No problem. I’m glad you found it helpful. By all means feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Cheers.
Looks fantastic, way better than stock, but were do you put the licence plate .
Hey Mario, Thanks for the feedback. I have a flip up license plate bracket that will mount over the winch fairlead. I can’t wait to install the winch and license plate bracket. It will be a future video.
Hi Dean, i’m wondering how you managed to have LED headlights/ fog lights in you JL? I just purchased a 2022 Rubicon and it came with halogen. Do you have any ideas as to where I might find LED’s for mine. Your instructional videos are super easy to follow. Keep up the good work. Dave
Hey Dave,
Thank you for the feedback on the videos, it is much appreciated. When I purchased my 2018 Sahara JL, I ordered the LED package, which came with LED head lights, fog lights, marker lights and interior lights. So given that, I haven't been looking at what is available in the after market in that regard. Sorry.
Great install video. Did you have to install the winch support bracket from the winch plate to the frame?
Hey Presley,
Yes, I did it in the winch install video.
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Feel free to check it out then ask any questions you may have after that. It was fairly straight forward though.
Cheers.
@@CheaperJeeperTV really detailed video. Thanks
Hey Presley, You are welcome. Cheers.
Hi Dino! Matt here again. Great video channel! I actually just installed this bumper last Saturday... love it! Something I came across when installing (in the NE of the US) was that after a few years (3 to be exact) it was a bit tough to get those stock bolts off. Your video was extremely helpful... watched it a couple of times and didn’t even look at the instructions. Also, thanks for the tip about dielectric grease! Are you thinking of getting the matching back bumper?
Hey Matt, I'm very glad you found the video helpful. I love the bumper also. I'd recommend that you DO spray parts with rustproofing, as I have heard the RR stuff tends to rust easily. I am not thinking about installing the rear bumper, as there are other items I am considering first, as a priority, such as an oil pan skid plate, look for the video...lol, plus some other items. So the rear bumper isn't as much of a priority as the front, as I wanted to mount the winch on the front. Cheers.
@@CheaperJeeperTV I made sure to spray all the connecting parts with rustproofer (just like you recommended... thanks for all the tips I would’ve completely overlooked) - do you recommend spraying any other areas with that rustproofer? Is it ok to spray the bottom of the jeep with that stuff? Some of the bolts under the jeep where a bit rusty while I was down there... but wasn’t sure how generous I could be with that stuff. I’ve been watching all of your videos... loved the storage/bed unit you built... incredibly creative! And unfortunately... I also suffer from some premature corrosion on the door mounts :(
Cheers from nyc!
@@manhaddon2723 Hey Matt, "I use that $H!T On Everything!" lol. I actually have the Jeep fully undercoated at Krown to maintain the lifetime warranty once a year, then I opt for an additional touch up on the frame halfway through the year. Thanks for the feedback on the videos. I'll have the storage platform and new chuck box featured in an upcoming winter camping video. Sorry to hear about the corrosion....that just should not be happening. Geesh! Cheers.
@@CheaperJeeperTV I’ll have to check out a local place to get that undercoat! Until then I’ll use the $h1t on everything too Haha! I’m subscribed - as long as you keep making the videos I’ll keep watching them! Thanks again
@@manhaddon2723 Hey Matt, Awesome! Feel free to share too!..lol. Thanks again for the feedback, I really appreciate it.
Great vid. In the links to the products used, there is one to a striker bar which seems to take me to the actual bumper. What is the striker bar? What is its function? Sorry, lots of newbie questions.
I will check out the links and update them where necessary. The striker bar is a bigger bar that leans forward, not just vertically.
@@CheaperJeeperTV yes, sorry, I did figure that out. My bad. I do like this bumper, and it is reasonably priced. For what I do, I don’t need an expensive one...some can hit the 2 thousand dollar mark. Ouch.
@@ourbills9999 I like the bumper as it gives an awesome look, and seems built well. Time will tell about how well it holds up against rust. I think that more aggressive tires, which I will get later, will also make it look better. Cheers.
Good video.
How deep is the bumper I’m hearing it’s a little tight on a winch?
Hey George,
I am not able to go and measure it to give you exact numbers, but it is snug. My take was that it fit perfect, but maybe others prefer more space around it?
Cheers.
@@CheaperJeeperTV yeah I’m in the Uk so can’t verify and it’s a gamble getting it shipped if it’s tight.
If you get a moment I would really appreciate the front to back dim and the depth .
Keep up the good work on the channel love the information 👍
Hey George,
I'll get back to you.
Thank you for the feedback on the channel.
Cheers.
Looks great!! Good job!
although it’s a 26lb difference (40lb v 66lb) 😉
You said 16lbs
Holy smokes!!! I can't believe I did that! Thanks for pointing it out!
@@CheaperJeeperTV haha no worries. It happens to the best of us! 👍
On side note, if you are creative you may be able to attach the plastic air dam under the steel bumper to help keep mud and road salt out of the lower portion of the rad.
Hey Jeff, I thought of that, but there didn't seem to be a direct way to connect it. Maybe I can come up with something. Thanks for the side note.
CheaperJeeperTV you just have to be creative a little trimming here and there then tuck it up nice and high
Do you find the Krown rust proof to last a long time? Obviously it depends on the conditions one drives in, but was curious on how often you reapply the Krown?
Yeah it does need to be reapplied every year to maintain the warranty, which is very good. If you off road and go through tins of dirt and mud, it for sure gets wiped away somewhat. I’ve learned that for lesser money, they will give your underside a refresh spraying. So given I am really wanting to keep on top of things, I do get the extra spraying done. I don’t have the facilities to do this as a diy, as I’d likely do it myself to be even more particular.
@@CheaperJeeperTV yes, I’m a fan of doing it myself. Thanks for the tip, would never have thought to use Krown between 2 metal surfaces such as you did.
@@ourbills9999 I’m glad you found the video helpful. Looking back I wish I doused it more inside the bull bar, but at respray time I am sure more will creep in to those areas of contact. Cheers.
Did you install the winch plate support brackets ?
Here you go.
SmittyBilt X20 10k Winch Install - On a Jeep Wrangler With a Rugged Ridge HD Full Width Bumper
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@@CheaperJeeperTV Thanks, glad to see you can still use the factory frame tie in brackets, seen a video where the guy said they wouldn't fit.
Rugged Ridge stuff looks good. It just can’t handle more than one Canadian winter without rusting.
Hey Chris, Well that would be a bummer. I sprayed Krown Rustproofing all over it so I hope it helps. Thanks for sharing. Cheers.
I'm in the middle of installing one of these bumpers now. How did you get the mounting bolts through the four holes on the Jeep so perfectly? If I barely bump mine they push back into the bumper and I can't get them through the holes far enough to get a nut on them. This has to be the dumbest mounting design I've ever seen in my life!
Hey Let’s Make,
Are you using the flat clear plastic pieces to hold them in place?
@@CheaperJeeperTV I am but they still seem to push back into the bumper if I just barely tap them on the way in. I got one side started pretty good but the other side is being a pain. I think I'm going to take it off tomorrow and hold the bolts in place with some hot glue or something so they'll stay in place long enough to get them through the hole and the nuts started.
Brutal. Sorry it’s been tricky. Sounds like you worked out a plan. Good luck.
Phew - removing screws and plastic bits on grass - ballsy!
What was I thinking? :-) Thanks for watching. Cheers.