In this video, Matt from Dirt Road Cred dives into the final stages of his MotoBilt build on the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, focusing on the installation of our front and rear bumpers.
Kicking Off with the Rear Bumper
Matt starts by showing off the rear bumper installation. He’s using our micro bumper, designed to fit the JL and four-door Wranglers perfectly. Matt points out the key perks—it's lightweight and fits snugly against the frame rail, giving the Jeep a clean, streamlined look.
Check out the Micro Rear bumper for Jeep JLU here: << JLU Micro Rear Bumper >>
Adding Extra Protection with Rear Corner Armor
Next up, Matt covers the pre-installed rear corner armor. This isn’t just about looks—it’s about added protection. The armor integrates smoothly with the bumper, and thanks to the roll steel and our tough powder coating, this setup is built to last.
Check out the Rear Lower Corner Armor for Jeep JLU here: << JLU Rear Lower Corner Armor >>
Keeping the Factory Sensors Intact
One of the cool things about this build is how Matt manages to keep the factory sensors working perfectly. He shows how the rear parking sensor pieces fit right into place with the bumper. After that, it’s all about bolting everything down securely.
Securing the Rear Bumper
Matt then moves on to hooking up the harness and getting the rear bumper locked onto the Jeep. He highlights the importance of using new bolts and adding anti-seize to keep rust at bay. It’s all about making sure this bumper is ready for the long haul.
Moving to the Front Bumper
With the rear bumper sorted, Matt shifts focus to the front bumper. He breaks down the steps for pre-assembling the winch plate and getting the bumper mounted to the frame rail. Every step is spot on, ensuring the front bumper looks good and performs even better.
Check out the Crusher Bumper with Skid for Jeep JLU here: << Jeep JLU Front Crusher Bumper >>
Facing a Winch Challenge
During the install, Matt runs into a bit of a hiccup with the factory-added Warn winch. Turns out, this winch has a unique bolt pattern that’s specific to the JLU factory bumper. No worries, though—Matt comes up with a custom solution on the spot, showing just how resourceful you’ve got to be with custom builds.
Wrapping Up the Build
With both bumpers in place, Matt takes a step back to admire the final result. The way the powder-coated parts match the Jeep’s look is just awesome. This build really shows off what MotoBilt parts are all about—durability, style, and performance.
Conclusion
We’re stoked to see Matt digging into our MotoBilt parts and sharing his experience with the build. We can't wait to see this Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 in action, whether it’s hitting the trails or standing out at the next big event!
Here’s a detailed summary of the full transcript with timestamps:
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0:00: The host introduces the video, mentioning that they are going to install the final parts of the MotoBilt build on the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, focusing on the front and rear bumpers.
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0:12: Introduction of the rear bumper installation. The host explains that the rear bumper, although small, is a micro bumper designed to fit the JL and four-door Wrangler. The bumper is chosen for its weight-saving benefits and close mounting to the frame rail.
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0:48: The host discusses the pre-installed rear corner armor, which adds protection and explains the process of installing the rear bumper, including the use of roll steel and powder coating.
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1:19: Details on using the rear parking sensor pieces to retain the factory sensors, along with installing the provided bolts.
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1:54: The host starts installing the rear bumper, ensuring the harness is connected properly before securing it to the Jeep.
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2:33: Discussion of the bolts used for the rear bumper, emphasizing the importance of using new bolts and anti-seize to prevent rust.
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3:04: The bumper installation continues, with the host tucking in the harness and tightening the bolts.
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3:59: The host encounters an issue with the factory winch plate, as the mounting holes are narrower than standard, leading to a realization that a custom solution is required.
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5:13: The host moves on to the front bumper installation, describing the steps needed to pre-assemble the winch plate and attach the bumper to the frame rail.
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7:13: After installing the front bumper and optional skid plate, the host mentions how well the colors of the powder-coated parts match the Jeep and expresses satisfaction with the overall build.
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9:49: The video concludes with the host thanking MotoBilt for the parts and expressing excitement about finishing the Jeep build.
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