Reviews for Rugged Ridge 11546.20 Xtreme Heavy Duty Rear Bumper for 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK

After reading the reviews I was a bit concerned on the mechanical fit but was pleased to find that the specifications were within tolerances and I was able to do the installation by myself following the instructions. The key for me was the loose fitting before tightening everything down. The look and durability are a big improvement. The stock J hook was a bit of a challenge which I conquered with the saws all. Definitely worth it!

It provides rear protection for my vehicle.

Like most things Rugged RIdge the fit is "okay", it's not perfect but didn't require any grinding like the front XHD bumper. Only complaint is they shipped it assembled, though while helpful looking, not practical. In order to mount the frame brackets you need to de-assemble them and the D-Ring mounts. Not a total pain, but was not expected and at least the bolts were not torqued. Lastly RR never includes Torque specifications on bolts so it's a craps shoot with them. I will say this bumper is heavy as hell! Much beefier than the stock garbage though and glad it now matches my XHD front.

I thought assembly would be a snap, until 4 mounting holes on the left side missed there mark by enough that; either you ream the holes or give up : so after the bumper was installed ; I dismantled the bumper to discover where the bumper was thumping the frame rails. After 2 removals , 3 installations ,the powder coat had chipped and peeled that I will be left with a rusty bumper: Too costly for poor fitting bumper :

Good solid bumper. Had to send the first bumper they sent me back for the holes on the top of the bumper for the tire mount were off by a quarter of an inch. Quadratec made sure I had another bumper the next day. That was amazing!!!! Five stars for Quadratec but only 2 for Rugged Ridge. 2 out of 2 products I bought from Rugged Ridge had quality issues. Such a shame because their products are great when correct.