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Warn Low vs Mid Height Grill Guard
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Doubt that would be a issue, not covering up enough surface area,
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Whats the hood protector you have here^^^^ ThanksI have the low Mopar, no blockage.
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Pleased to have found this thread and resurrect it. I wondered about a bolt-on bull bar and what would work best IF I ever install a winch on my truck. Also, I have two 6" KB lights that were (barely) on my JK. Removed them and plan to use on the Gladiator.
Seems like the Warn low bar allows the lights to be installed under the bar while the Mopar low bar requires you put the lights above it. Both seem to allow a winch - well, at least a Warn winch. I have to ask, what's the use of a Mopar low bar OTHER than mounting lights? Doesnt seem like it would protect the grille from say a deer hit.
Seems like the Warn low bar allows the lights to be installed under the bar while the Mopar low bar requires you put the lights above it. Both seem to allow a winch - well, at least a Warn winch. I have to ask, what's the use of a Mopar low bar OTHER than mounting lights? Doesnt seem like it would protect the grille from say a deer hit.
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There was already a lot of good info in this thread, so I thought I'd add what I believe is a new option.
I was planning on getting the Warn Medium height bar. In fact I tried ordering it and it's on backorder for at least a couple of months. One thing that bothered me about the Warn product is that it's has a smooth and slightly shinny finish which doesn't match the bumper, which I don't really want. I want it to very closely match the color and texture of the bumper finish. The other thing I didn't like about it is the reported issues with the tow hook interference.
I saw this GRIMM OFFROAD FRONT BUMPER MID HOOP at Northridge (they also have an install video).
https://www.northridge4x4.com/part/...ies/10082-grimm-offroad-front-bumper-mid-hoop
I ordered it on the 22nd and got it a couple of days later (Thanks for quick delivery @Northridge4x4). I installed it yesterday an really like it. It fits great and matches the bumper perfectly in both color and texture. The only thing I didn't care for ,but doesn't make a difference in the world, is that you remove 6 of the T47 bumper bolts when installing, but it only uses 4 to attach. You leave the inside most bolts out. I'm not sure if the Mopar is the same, but I know the Warn uses all 3 (which is probably why they it's a little wider and they have the issue with the hoop being too close to the tow hooks). In the end this isn't an issue because the inner bolt hole is covered by the hoop base and it's plenty strong as is. It will matter even less when I remove the winch cover plate and install my winch.
I was planning on getting the Warn Medium height bar. In fact I tried ordering it and it's on backorder for at least a couple of months. One thing that bothered me about the Warn product is that it's has a smooth and slightly shinny finish which doesn't match the bumper, which I don't really want. I want it to very closely match the color and texture of the bumper finish. The other thing I didn't like about it is the reported issues with the tow hook interference.
I saw this GRIMM OFFROAD FRONT BUMPER MID HOOP at Northridge (they also have an install video).
https://www.northridge4x4.com/part/...ies/10082-grimm-offroad-front-bumper-mid-hoop
I ordered it on the 22nd and got it a couple of days later (Thanks for quick delivery @Northridge4x4). I installed it yesterday an really like it. It fits great and matches the bumper perfectly in both color and texture. The only thing I didn't care for ,but doesn't make a difference in the world, is that you remove 6 of the T47 bumper bolts when installing, but it only uses 4 to attach. You leave the inside most bolts out. I'm not sure if the Mopar is the same, but I know the Warn uses all 3 (which is probably why they it's a little wider and they have the issue with the hoop being too close to the tow hooks). In the end this isn't an issue because the inner bolt hole is covered by the hoop base and it's plenty strong as is. It will matter even less when I remove the winch cover plate and install my winch.
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i have the Maximus3 on Oscar ... like it alot and fitting was just bolt up .. do not have a trail cam ... hope this helps
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I like that one too. Can you install it with or without the bumper extensions (stubby)?i have the Maximus3 on Oscar ... like it alot and fitting was just bolt up .. do not have a trail cam ... hope this helps
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Yes it will fit with the stubby setup .. Maximus send special spacers for when you remove the end pieces ... and this was as well packed for shipping as i have ever seen
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Mopar low for me. KC lights on the bar with mopar brackets and a badlands winch in the bumper. All works well. No interference with trail cam, although you can see the top of the lights in the camera view.
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