I talked to LOD today as it's in the final 3 bumpers for me. How did you do the license plate over the winch hook rubimon? I really liked the toolbox feature but I still cannot get why the tire carrier? I suspect it's because of the larger tire but the biggest I can go in Mass on an unlimited is 34" legally.

 

Rubimon posted pics of my Jeep. I used 1 1/4 conduit clips to clip on the rollers of the fair lead and mounted the LP to them. I used wing nuts to mount the LP so it would be relatively easy to remove and use the winch. About $4 at The Home Depot.


The tire carrier is to take the weight of the spare tire off of the gate. Over time a large spare tire mounted on the gate can cause it to warp.

 

does the gate fully open with the swing arm? what I mean is at the pivot point does the gate open into the swing arm as they go in the same direction. I would of thought the pivot point would be on the opposite side just otside of the swing point but I could see this being annoying also.

 

The gate will only open about 90 degrees + a little bit before the gate hinges contact the carrier hinge.

 

hmmm, seems like bumper guys could add a little gate guard to the pivot point to prevent the tourqing. Simple rubber stopping device allong the pivot point ;-) I will say if I do replace the rear bumper there is no question the LOD is the best I've seen with the built in tool box.

 

I love my LoD bumpers.

 

I talked to LOD today about there bumper and they stated they will be making guards for the front. Bolt on guard options.

 

How long did it take to receive your LOD bumpers? I just placed my order and was curious how long it would take to arrive. 1 to 2 weeks?

 

I have been waiting for those to come out. I have been patient. I have had my front for almost a year now as it was one of the first production bumpers.