Lobo Off-Road Crash Bar Erase & Brace Kit

The Lobo Off-Road Erase & Brace Kit combines several important functions into one well-designed package. First, it replaces the bulky factory crash bar and body mount pedestal with a sleek, high-clearance design that allows clearance for larger tires as well as cleaning up the aesthetics of running a high clearance bumper. Second, the kit incorporates robust front bumper bracing to fully strengthen the bumper against hard hits, winch pulls, and the forces of flat towing. And it does all of this at a net weight savings compared to the OE components it replaces.



Those who run high clearance front bumpers, including the HNT and WNC bumpers from Lobo as well as other manufacturers, have found that the stock crash bar mounts hang below the bumper’s outboard wings, even with the crash bars themselves removed. This can be both visually unappealing and defeat the purpose of choosing a high clearance bumper that gives the front tires increased access to grip and climb rocks and steep obstacles. The stock crash bar mounts can also impede larger tires (37″+) when turning to full-lock. The Erase & Brace Kit completely eliminates the stock crash bar and body mount assembly in favor of a high clearance body mount system that is faceted on the lower corners to further improve trail clearances.



The Erase & Brace Kit includes braces for both the inner and outer side of the frame rail as well as beefy Grade 10.9 hardware. The included bumper mount nut plates also use 10.9 hardware and allow for bumpers that mount with either through-bolts or captured studs. And though the brace components are made entirely of beefy 3/16″ plate steel, their compact design and thoughtful engineering results in a slight decrease in net weight compared to the OE crash bar mounts they replace. These components are CNC laser cut, precision brake-formed, fixture welded and powder coated black for a great fit and finish on all models of 2021+ Bronco (excluding Raptor).



Installation is easy and can be performed by most DIY’ers with a floor jack and common tools. The Erase & Brace Kit is a simple bolt-on installation but the stock crash bar pedestal must be cut off using a reciprocating saw.

INSTALLATION VIDEO



Also, thanks to our friend Corbin at Weekends & Waypoints for this Installation and Review Video:

Will this also work on the Bronco Raptor?

Tye said:

Will this also work on the Bronco Raptor?

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We don't know yet but we'll have a Raptor in the shop soon to verify. Thanks for asking!

@Tricky Dick check this out for winch reinforcement!

Chrome_Pony said:

@Tricky Dick check this out for winch reinforcement!

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Dayum. I couldn't even have the best for a few days. Second best for half the price has a nice ring though right?

$500? Seriously? I was excited until I saw the price. Take it as feedback from a potential customer that the current pre-order price point is too high.

Tricky Dick said:

Dayum. I couldn't even have the best for a few days. Second best for half the price has a nice ring though right?

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Innovation and options are always good.

Lobo Off-Road said:

The Lobo Off-Road Erase & Brace Kit combines several important functions into one well-designed package. First, it replaces the bulky factory crash bar and body mount pedestal with a sleek, high-clearance design that allows clearance for larger tires as well as cleaning up the aesthetics of running a high clearance bumper. Second, the kit incorporates robust front bumper bracing to fully strengthen the bumper against hard hits, winch pulls, and the forces of flat towing. And it does all of this at a net weight savings compared to the OE components it replaces.

Those who run high clearance front bumpers, including the HNT and WNC bumpers from Lobo as well as other manufacturers, have found that the stock crash bar mounts hang below the bumper’s outboard wings, even with the crash bars themselves removed. This can be both visually unappealing and defeat the purpose of choosing a high clearance bumper that gives the front tires increased access to grip and climb rocks and steep obstacles. The stock crash bar mounts can also impede larger tires (37″+) when turning to full-lock. The Erase & Brace Kit completely eliminates the stock crash bar and body mount assembly in favor of a high clearance body mount system that is faceted on the lower corners to further improve trail clearances.

The Erase & Brace Kit includes braces for both the inner and outer side of the frame rail as well as beefy Grade 10.9 hardware. The included bumper mount nut plates also use 10.9 hardware and allow for bumpers that mount with either through-bolts or captured studs. And though the brace components are made entirely of beefy 3/16″ plate steel, their compact design and thoughtful engineering results in a slight decrease in net weight compared to the OE crash bar mounts they replace. These components are CNC laser cut, precision brake-formed, fixture welded and powder coated black for a great fit and finish on all models of 2021+ Bronco (excluding Raptor).

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Installation is easy and can be performed by most DIY’ers with a floor jack and common tools. The Erase & Brace Kit is a simple bolt-on installation but the stock crash bar pedestal must be cut off using a reciprocating saw.

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Hello. Will this work on a 2023 Bronco? Do you have a video of the cutting? It looks like there is a lot to cut. Thanks

Will this work with the factory steel HD modular front bumper and factory front steel bash plate? I would like to see it installed with the O.E.M. set up.

kunzy said:

Hello. Will this work on a 2023 Bronco? Do you have a video of the cutting? It looks like there is a lot to cut. Thanks

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The install of the first article was done on a 22. From my understanding the frame is the same. Attached is a image of the OE crash bar, that will need to be cut off. IT is deceiving as you would think you need to cut off the entire bracket, however it is only held on by the square portion in the front. Install video will be up mid next month.

BroncoBilly22 said:

Will this work with the factory steel HD modular front bumper and factory front steel bash plate? I would like to see it installed with the O.E.M. set up.

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I do not see why it wouldn't work, with other aftermarket or OE bumpers and skids. The bracket is all within the backside of the bumper mount.

Nice. Not sure how it's going to work with my RC bumper though, the bolts can't be accessed from the front and are welded to a plate that is placed on the bumper beforehand, then the nuts are tightened from the back. Is it still possible to access the nuts on the back with a wrench or socket to tighten them?

Tex said:

Nice. Not sure how it's going to work with my RC bumper though, the bolts can't be accessed from the front and are welded to a plate that is placed on the bumper beforehand, then the nuts are tightened from the back. Is it still possible to access the nuts on the back with a wrench or socket to tighten them?

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Yes, the cut outs allow a socket to have access, also the provided nut plates are optional to accommodate bumpers mounting like you mentioned.

Lobo Off-Road said:

The install of the first article was done on a 22. From my understanding the frame is the same. Attached is a image of the OE crash bar, that will need to be cut off. IT is deceiving as you would think you need to cut off the entire bracket, however it is only held on by the square portion in the front. Install video will be up mid next month.

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Thanks. That not bad at all. Is this a preorder on the kits? When will they be available. I will order one. Mark

Lobo Off-Road said:

Yes, the cut outs allow a socket to have access, also the provided nut plates are optional to accommodate bumpers mounting like you mentioned.

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Sweet. This takes care of two things that I've been meaning to do.
Is there any drilling necessary or does it use existing holes?
Any problems with bolt torque squeezing the frame rails together?