Reviews for Rugged Ridge 11596.02 Spartan Nerf Bars for 07-18 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JK 4 Door

Looks and function

Design

The quality and looks of it.

Product is great... but the instructions leave a bit to be desired. You will need to remove the existing rockguards on the Rubicon model before installing the steps... It becomes obvious once you start but.... Also the rear upper mounts are specifically designed for Passenger/Driver side (P and R laser cut into them).... While I am sure either way would work, I personally found it easier to install the three upper mounts to the frame first (same holes as rockguards) and then attach the steps to the mounting brackets... All in all.. easy install.

Excellent packaging. Slight modifications to the brackets. Took less than and hour to install. Nice quality and look compared to the stock Sahara steps. Highly recommend.

Product arrived with some minor rust spots and the passenger side appeared to have a bit of peeling/scuffing that I will need to paint. Found it much easier to install the brackets loosely on the Jeep first then mount the bar. Had to use an impact wrench on a bolt each side due to some alignment issues. Overall easy enough to do in 1.5 hrs, just wish they didn't come slightly damaged.

Instructions were lacking but overall great product. Like previous review stated, I’d loosely attach brackets to the frame first, then go from there. Looks great!!!

Well packaged. Looks like well built. Like them a lot. Easy install but incomplete instructions. Cut “D” and “P” are obviously for driver and passenger but didn’t say they need to go rear most. Had to reposition while on vehicle.

Junk. The brackets don’t fit correctly so they won’t mount to the Jeep without modifications.. Even if they would have fit, the front of the tubes are open which is a horrible idea for use in any location that treats the roads in the winter as salt and brine will collect in the bottom with no place to drain. Save your money and buy something else.