EHarris

Just got my LOD Offroad Gen 4 Rear Bumper/Tire Carrier Linked with backup lights and third brake light kit from Northridge 4x4. I'm gonna install it this weekend. Anyone have any tips or advice on some of the harder parts. I can use a wrench but I'm worried about this installation especially the lighting. Im assuming that most if not all of the LOD rears are pretty much the same installation but was just hoping to read about things to check and watch out for.

Never installed a rear bumper before so I will take any advice you have. I'll post pics after I'm done. Thanks in advance.

Invest2m4

It's pretty straight forward. Just don't be sloppy with the drilling. You'd be surprised how fast things don't line up.

Invest2m4

Actually, I'll note one issue I had. One of the first steps is mounting the latch post. There's a plate with nuts welded to it that goes inside the bumper. I had issues with the bolts not threading into the nuts. Not sure if it was the powder coat or the nuts not being centered. Had to chase the threads and buy a new SS button head screw. Don't force it if it won't go. Stainless steel hardware is soft.

EHarris

Ahhh crap. I have not fully looked at the directions but was hoping it would line up with the stock bolts possibly. Ok I better look into this deeper before I get started.

EHarris

Thank you. I have all the pieces open in my garage and can see what your talking about.

Mello03

Make sure your lighting is hooked up correctly and working before you finish the install. If the gen 4 is anything like the 3 the lights are. Easy to get to once installed.

EHarris

are you saying the lights are hard to get to or easy? I'm thinking they are very hard to get to once the bumper is put on. I remember reading that once before.

Mello03

Der, I meant to say NOT easy to get to once installed.

Invest2m4

One other tip (that I recommend whenever drilling holes). Use a step drill bit. Holes will be round and don't wander.

EHarris

On my way to purchase one now so I have it for this weekend.