Victory4x4 rear bumper owner, need a favor
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Thanks Rob, I agree, it's an elegant bumper. They really put thoughts into the lines of their bumpers.
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I haven't seen anyone else post that they have theirs yet (aside from the R&D truck). I may be the first one to shell out retail price for a full kit. Lead time was about double what was quoted at 11.5 weeks. I picked mine up a couple days ago, and am in the process of installing it now.
So far it's great, it seems to fit perfect, no bolt holes were misaligned. Their install video is a bit lacking, there were some additional steps needed that weren't talked about. I also had some fitment issues with my pod lights that slowed me down. I'd like to see some written instructions, but those don't seem to be available yet.
Their swingout / spindles / mounting systems seems super solid. I don't see any issue with it holding up to abuse. I should be installing those tonight.
-Rob
Wow, they bent 1/8" steel? How elegant is that? May I see the other side of this item?Seems to be about 1/8” steel, maybe slightly thicker.
-Rob
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Looks like they have an adjustment screw so that the latch is really tight. This on top of what looks like two small round shape rubber bumpers. Again, a very elegant approach to a rattle free swing out. Kudos go to them.
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I have this rear bumper for my 5th gen since 2021, I like it however here are my observations on some negatives:
- Rust and freezing issues with the quick release pin on the arms every winter, I have to disassemble, clean/treat every spring since the pin seizes.
-Latching mechanism is annoying to reach under the tire (more just my preference). Would be better if it was more towards the middle of the bumper.
-Latching lever piece(the one with the rubber handle) is made of a softer material hence its wearing out where it contacts the bumper piece with use and will need to be replace some time soon.
- In case you have to get your spare, disconnecting the camera relocation kit is annoying (should just be an easy 6pin waterproof connector)
- More of a gripe with the backup cam relocation kit than the bumper, the LED that comes is def not waterproof (Already replaced it twice).
- Rust and freezing issues with the quick release pin on the arms every winter, I have to disassemble, clean/treat every spring since the pin seizes.
-Latching mechanism is annoying to reach under the tire (more just my preference). Would be better if it was more towards the middle of the bumper.
-Latching lever piece(the one with the rubber handle) is made of a softer material hence its wearing out where it contacts the bumper piece with use and will need to be replace some time soon.
- In case you have to get your spare, disconnecting the camera relocation kit is annoying (should just be an easy 6pin waterproof connector)
- More of a gripe with the backup cam relocation kit than the bumper, the LED that comes is def not waterproof (Already replaced it twice).
