Quick post on the Maximus-3 X-Style Hoop installation on a 2016 JKUR Hard Rock. The instructions that came with it seemed to either omit steps or be for an older model so I thought I'd clear it up if anyone was having problems.
Once you receive your Maximus-3 X-Style Hoop, it should come in a cardboard box with hoop, brackets and various hardware bits for installation. You'll need a metric hex set, torx set with a T-30 and an adjustable spanning wrench -- a few links included if you want to know what these are.
Before I start -- note, you do NOT need to remove the entire bumper to install this hoop.
1. Remove the winch delete plate by taking out the 8 bolts around the perimeter
2. Remove the Bumper Cover. There's two plastic push screws which are impossible to unscrew so just drill/pry them out.
See how the "screw" strips.
Note: This piece is called 10 different things online. This handy parts PDF I found calls it a "COVER, Bumper". Part No. 1BE94RXFAC. More on this later.
3. Install the reinforcement brackets to the frame on the OUTSIDE edge. Make sure you keep all the bolts loose as it makes it easier to ensure everything lines up.
4. Optional: Reinstall the "COVER, Bumper" listed above. You can buy these push screws on amazon. There's a fair amount of discussion as to whether this piece is needed at all. Up to you. I'm going to put a winch in eventually but for now, I figured I'd put it back in as the push screws are cheap.
5. Line up the holes on the top and utilize the winch delete plate bolts and 1 new bolt to attach the hoop (while putting the winch delete plate back in) to the bumper.
6. Tighten everything up. Voila -- you're done! It can be a challenge to get some of the bolts tight due to angles and tight clearance (particularly under the tow hooks) but you can do it. Also, a tow strap will still (potentially more securely) fit on the took hooks -- there's space.
Overall shouldn't take too long. 30 minutes if you take your time and are careful with things -- recommended. Happy to answer any questions.
Cheers!
Once you receive your Maximus-3 X-Style Hoop, it should come in a cardboard box with hoop, brackets and various hardware bits for installation. You'll need a metric hex set, torx set with a T-30 and an adjustable spanning wrench -- a few links included if you want to know what these are.
Before I start -- note, you do NOT need to remove the entire bumper to install this hoop.
1. Remove the winch delete plate by taking out the 8 bolts around the perimeter
2. Remove the Bumper Cover. There's two plastic push screws which are impossible to unscrew so just drill/pry them out.
See how the "screw" strips.
Note: This piece is called 10 different things online. This handy parts PDF I found calls it a "COVER, Bumper". Part No. 1BE94RXFAC. More on this later.
3. Install the reinforcement brackets to the frame on the OUTSIDE edge. Make sure you keep all the bolts loose as it makes it easier to ensure everything lines up.
4. Optional: Reinstall the "COVER, Bumper" listed above. You can buy these push screws on amazon. There's a fair amount of discussion as to whether this piece is needed at all. Up to you. I'm going to put a winch in eventually but for now, I figured I'd put it back in as the push screws are cheap.
5. Line up the holes on the top and utilize the winch delete plate bolts and 1 new bolt to attach the hoop (while putting the winch delete plate back in) to the bumper.
6. Tighten everything up. Voila -- you're done! It can be a challenge to get some of the bolts tight due to angles and tight clearance (particularly under the tow hooks) but you can do it. Also, a tow strap will still (potentially more securely) fit on the took hooks -- there's space.
Overall shouldn't take too long. 30 minutes if you take your time and are careful with things -- recommended. Happy to answer any questions.
Cheers!