Deal on Steel bumper clone

[Moonshineheadache]

Hey Folks! I know this topic has com up before - the OEM steel winch bumper vs. clone. I'm not here to debate that. Just thought I would let anyone know who might be interested, there seems to be a considerable price drop on the JK 10th Anniversary version on Amazon (if you like that version). $320.99

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B081DHLQ49/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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[Rockabillyroy]

Good deal. Especially for people that want to run a different winch plate. I don't think that one comes with one or a bull bar.

 

[Moonshineheadache]

Comes with a winch plate, but no bull bar. At first I was on the fence, but now glad as it leaves open for a few different options.

 

[Rockabillyroy]

Comes with a winch plate, but no bull bar. At first I was on the fence, but now glad as it leaves open for a few different options.

How thick is the winch plate?
1/4? 3/16?

Thanks

 

[Moonshineheadache]

I just ordered yesterday, but I'll post some specs when I get it.

 

[Boogerman]

How hard is it to convert it from the JK to JT? Looks perfect otherwise.

 

[Drolo67]

Just about 1500.00 to ship to Canada ?,

 

[foxman350]

Just about 1500.00 to ship to Canada ?,

Try shipping stuff to Alaska .... lol

 

[Gregj]

@Moonshineheadache you talked me into ordering one! Now to figure out which steel skid plate will mate up to this bumper.
Gregj

 

[Moonshineheadache]

From what I can tell, I think the stock Rubicon steel will work. I guess I'll see when it shows up on Thursday!

I'll be honest, I'm a little curious as to what will actually be delivered. The descriptions on these 10th anny JK's vs the 3 piece JL, etc have been used a little interchangeably across a few different sites and from what I can tell, this seller has the other picture (3 piece JL) shown on Ebay with 10th anny description. Sorta like a Christmas surprise!

 

[Gregj]

Looking at the pictures the bottom edge where the skid bolts to looks the same on both the 10A and the JL versions. I guess I’ll order a JL skid and see if it works.
Gregj

 

[Moonshineheadache]

Worst case, you'll need to drill and bolt I guess...

You might consider trying to order the metal Rubicon skid for the Gladiator. Mine is held on by a bracket and doesn't even touch the existing bumper.

 

[Moonshineheadache]

https://www.bamwholesaleparts.com/o...adiator-jt-skid-plate-steel-68293984ab?c=az0x

You need two brackets: 68353836AA (driver side) and 68353836AB (passenger side) and associated fasteners.

They are part of 82215183AB. Here is a link to those installation instructions that I found (couldn't dig it out of the Mopar site): http://site.justforjeeps.com/guide/82215183.pdf

In case you haven't found it yet, here is a VERY helpful thread with more info.

https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/...-s-updated-now-with-happy-ending.19328/page-5

 

[Gregj]

I guess I need to go find one on the lot and see how they attach. Is anyone else going to cut up the original bumper for the crush cans? Over on the JL thread someone did and I have a spare and was planning on doing that.
Gregj

 

[Gregj]

So, looking at This thread it appears there are two different skid plates, one for the steel bumper and one for the plastic bumper. The steel bumper attaches to the bumper and the other does not. Idk if the plastic bumper skid will play well with the steel bumper. We shall see.
Gregj

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