JCR Vanguard Rear Bumper vs Smittybilt XRC Gen 2 Rear Bumper
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JK Junkie
I love my xrc rear bumper. Had it for over 2 yrs and it looks good as new. It is rated to tow 5000 pounds. Most bumpers don't give a certified value for tow capacity. The xrc does and i have towed 5000 pounds with it.
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Just an FYI, I recently bought a Smitty XRC Gen 2 rear bumper and tire carrier combo. Some of the parts for the tire carrier don't line up properly, causing it to sit at a slight angle. 4 Wheel Parts is working with Smitty to get the re-designed parts. There were a few sold by them in Las Vegas that have this issue. I'm sure it will get resolved, but if you go with the XRC, I'd ask about the problem before buying so you can avoid the hassle. Overall, I'm really pleased with the bumper.
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Just an FYI, I recently bought a Smitty XRC Gen 2 rear bumper and tire carrier combo. Some of the parts for the tire carrier don't line up properly, causing it to sit at a slight angle. 4 Wheel Parts is working with Smitty to get the re-designed parts. There were a few sold by them in Las Vegas that have this issue. I'm sure it will get resolved, but if you go with the XRC, I'd ask about the problem before buying so you can avoid the hassle. Overall, I'm really pleased with the bumper.
Last edited by casamtb; 01-12-2017 at 08:51 AM.
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JK Junkie
My I installed my XRC rear, bolt holes on the passenger side were slightly out of alignment. This is where the bumper attaches to the frame rails. I put a floor jack under the bumper and applied some upward pressure to get the holes to align. Then I tightened up all the bolts.
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LoD Destroyer?
I just ordered the LoD Destroyer full width rear bumper w/ tire carrier.
I chose this one because I wanted the tire carrier to open with the rear door, but I like the option of opening it separately also. I also liked that it is full width and lines up with the stock fender flairs. And it has the integrated receiver hitch that is tucked up out of the way.
It has many optional components that can be changed out as my needs change.
Is any one else currently running this bumper? I ordered it yesterday and feel like a kid waiting for Christmas for it to arrive, I hope I won't be disappointed!
I chose this one because I wanted the tire carrier to open with the rear door, but I like the option of opening it separately also. I also liked that it is full width and lines up with the stock fender flairs. And it has the integrated receiver hitch that is tucked up out of the way.
It has many optional components that can be changed out as my needs change.
Is any one else currently running this bumper? I ordered it yesterday and feel like a kid waiting for Christmas for it to arrive, I hope I won't be disappointed!