ADD Rock Fighter rear bumper installed

[Geronimo]

Thanks. Let’s see some pics!

Here you go.

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[Dadsquatch]

Here you go.

Looks great! Any particular dislikes?

 

[Geronimo]

Looks great! Any particular dislikes?

Haven't even had it out of the garage with it yet, but at this point, No. Beautifully done! I like that all sensors fit perfectly, and license plate is in factory spot. Like it a lot!

 

[Geronimo]

Looks great! Any particular dislikes?

One caviat being, I went out and specifically bought a metric set of hex 3/8 sockets for the number 8 that is supposed to work on the two button head screws and it is too big and a 7 is too small! I did also raise the bumper about 1/2" since the pictures. Back to the store tomorrow for the correct hex bit.

 

[Flourman]

Looks great, any issues with the sensors?

I’ve got a ADD stealth fighter rear bumper and can’t find a sensor that will work with their cut outs. The Lux Badlands sensors didn’t fit, the plastic bumper ones didn’t fit but I’ve got them held in with RTV. They haven’t worked since I put the bumper on.

 

[Nick@Apollo-Optics]

If anyone else is interested, we have the Rock Fighter bumpers in stock here at Apollo with free shipping.

And we do not charge sales tax in AZ at this time.

https://apollo-optics.com/2021-2022-ford-bronco-rock-fighter-rear-bumper-r23012na01na/

 

[Geronimo]

Haven't even had it out of the garage with it yet, but at this point, No. Beautifully done! I like that all sensors fit perfectly, and license plate is in factory spot. Like it a lot!

Ended up being a 5/16 hex for the two button head bolts. And now that I've taken it out for a drive for some reason my backup sensors go off every time I'm in reverse even though there's nothing behind me don't know what the hell that's all about. 🫤

 

[Dadsquatch]

Ended up being a 5/16 hex for the two button head bolts. And now that I've taken it out for a drive for some reason my backup sensors go off every time I'm in reverse even though there's nothing behind me don't know what the hell that's all about. 🫤

Let us know. For some reason, it seems everyone has a problem with these dang sensors after a bumper swap, no matter what brand bumper.

 

[Geronimo]

Let us know. For some reason, it seems everyone has a problem with these dang sensors after a bumper swap, no matter what brand bumper.

When I got home, I backed up several times in the driveway and it seems to be working fine. When I was out and stopped at a few places, every time I put it in reverse the damn sensors would beep with nothing behind me. I made sure they were clean, but didn't help. I will have to see what happens next. 🫤

 

[Geronimo]

Let us know. For some reason, it seems everyone has a problem with these dang sensors after a bumper swap, no matter what brand bumper.

Sensors are still Wonky. Sometimes seem to be working fine, next time , they go off with nothing around. Frustrating. Can't bring to dealership. They will say I F'd it up with the new bumper.🫤

 

[Dadsquatch]

Sensors are still Wonky. Sometimes seem to be working fine, next time , they go off with nothing around. Frustrating. Can't bring to dealership. They will say I F'd it up with the new bumper.🫤

Dang, that’s frustrating and my worry too. Best of luck. Hope you figure it out.

 

[GotWake]

I’ve got a ADD stealth fighter rear bumper and can’t find a sensor that will work with their cut outs. The Lux Badlands sensors didn’t fit, the plastic bumper ones didn’t fit but I’ve got them held in with RTV. They haven’t worked since I put the bumper on.

i just installed mine and it was a pain with the lux badland sensors.

At first, I thought I had labeled them wrong. I finally just decided I’ll have to make them work. I had to trim a few of the tabs so they would fit flush and then epoxy. Those white locking brackets on the end sensors would not work at all.

At first I had nothing, I went back and messed with the connections on both sides. I had the hardest time getting both to seat and lock.

I’m going to have to go back and see if I can get a few of them back flush. Putting it on, I got a few poking our some. Everything seems to be working fine now.

 

[Geronimo]

i just installed mine and it was a pain with the lux badland sensors.

At first, I thought I had labeled them wrong. I finally just decided I’ll have to make them work. I had to trim a few of the tabs so they would fit flush and then epoxy. Those white locking brackets on the end sensors would not work at all.

At first I had nothing, I went back and messed with the connections on both sides. I had the hardest time getting both to seat and lock.

I’m going to have to go back and see if I can get a few of them back flush. Putting it on, I got a few poking our some. Everything seems to be working fine now.

I didn't see to have a big problem installing the sensors, but since I did the install, sometimes the back up sensors go off when in reverse when nothing is there. Doesn't happen all the time. Can't figure out why. Frustrating.🫤

 

[Gotchaa]

The sensors where by far the biggest pain, for me it was the far corner sensors with very little room to work. I probably spent more time trying to get these two sensors on than getting the bumper on.

I can understand why the ADD instructions are so simple, there is not much to this, but they could do a better job with their pictures and man, why not make a video for these damn sensors which really was the time suck.

I should also share getting the sensor plug back on, what a waste of time. Save yourself some pain and use some silicon grease on the male side of the connector and it will instantly plug back in.

 

[Figmo]

I like the design. Except for that stupid logo carved into it.

But, sadly, that seems to be the thing these days. So the decision comes down to - not so much about trying to find a non-narcissistic manufacturer - but to find the least narcissistic one with the easiest to cover advertising.

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