RR XHD Rear Bumper Question
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Like the looks of the R/R, but my front worked great, but the rear had the same problem your finding. I am so darn anal that it drove me nuts. I eventually sold the 09 and went with OrFab on my 2011.
#22
JK Enthusiast
Just do it
Think of the top of the spindle being tilted slightly toward the latch. If you push down from 180 degees it straightens the spindle and the carrier closes smoothly. I left mine slightly touching for support and stability. Try it, it works. My spindle was also assembled but had to be disassembled to pack the bearings with grease. I really don't remember about the latch.
#23
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that makes sense. I thought the same thing about hwo tight it was, no rattle here for sure. I will just use the new spindle they are sending, be here WED. I am going to install this bumper for like the fourth time. But, if it makes it straight, it is worth it. I can't handle the gap, plus, something to do in the garage while everyone else in my hosue sleeps
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What are everyone's thoughts on easy (or hard) this bumper is to open and close....and keep closed?
I know the Smitty's have a tendency to come unlatched, but how is this mechanism and does it hold tight when closed?
REALLY falling for this bumper over the Poison Spyder (simply based on price and the need to mount a spare). Feel naked without a 5th tire, and I don't think the extra time to save for the PSC is a good idea to run without a spare.
So, how does the latch system work on this bumper and does it hold after a bunch of uses? Also, does it integrate into the tailgate or a separate step to open both?
I know the Smitty's have a tendency to come unlatched, but how is this mechanism and does it hold tight when closed?
REALLY falling for this bumper over the Poison Spyder (simply based on price and the need to mount a spare). Feel naked without a 5th tire, and I don't think the extra time to save for the PSC is a good idea to run without a spare.
So, how does the latch system work on this bumper and does it hold after a bunch of uses? Also, does it integrate into the tailgate or a separate step to open both?
#25
What are everyone's thoughts on easy (or hard) this bumper is to open and close....and keep closed?
I know the Smitty's have a tendency to come unlatched, but how is this mechanism and does it hold tight when closed?
REALLY falling for this bumper over the Poison Spyder (simply based on price and the need to mount a spare). Feel naked without a 5th tire, and I don't think the extra time to save for the PSC is a good idea to run without a spare.
So, how does the latch system work on this bumper and does it hold after a bunch of uses? Also, does it integrate into the tailgate or a separate step to open both?
I know the Smitty's have a tendency to come unlatched, but how is this mechanism and does it hold tight when closed?
REALLY falling for this bumper over the Poison Spyder (simply based on price and the need to mount a spare). Feel naked without a 5th tire, and I don't think the extra time to save for the PSC is a good idea to run without a spare.
So, how does the latch system work on this bumper and does it hold after a bunch of uses? Also, does it integrate into the tailgate or a separate step to open both?
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can someone please meassure the bars on the RR tire carrier and tell me what they are, I am looking to mount Jerry cans and an over the spare tire rack. rock hard stated the bars have to be 2x2. I have the bumper but not the tire carrier. I want to know if i can add the mentioned items before gettign the tire carrier. any help would be greatly appreciated
thanks
thanks
#28
JK Jedi
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What are everyone's thoughts on easy (or hard) this bumper is to open and close....and keep closed?
I know the Smitty's have a tendency to come unlatched, but how is this mechanism and does it hold tight when closed?
REALLY falling for this bumper over the Poison Spyder (simply based on price and the need to mount a spare). Feel naked without a 5th tire, and I don't think the extra time to save for the PSC is a good idea to run without a spare.
So, how does the latch system work on this bumper and does it hold after a bunch of uses? Also, does it integrate into the tailgate or a separate step to open both?
I know the Smitty's have a tendency to come unlatched, but how is this mechanism and does it hold tight when closed?
REALLY falling for this bumper over the Poison Spyder (simply based on price and the need to mount a spare). Feel naked without a 5th tire, and I don't think the extra time to save for the PSC is a good idea to run without a spare.
So, how does the latch system work on this bumper and does it hold after a bunch of uses? Also, does it integrate into the tailgate or a separate step to open both?
#29
JK Jedi
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OK, got my new pasenger side bracket and spindle housing. The newbracket completely corrected the gap on the passenger side!! Problem is now that the drivers side bracket, two of the threaded holes will no longer let a bolt start threading. I guess I ahve put this thing on and off too many times. Now, as long as RR will send me a new drivers side bracket, I will have a bumper. I ahve only installed this thing about 6 times, so what is one more??