Spare tire mount reinforcement kit now available from Ford Performance Parts

[nolimits]

Okay so update. I called back to San Tan Ford (Gilbet, AZ) today and he said they're still not in the system; showing up not available. So the order he said with my name on it is... perpetually impending? So... man I want it for that price but I can't wait forever.

Just my 2 cents but I would consider trying to order through Lethal Performance. I think they have a B6G discount on top of their $232 price. The caveat is their shipping costs, so will put you close to retail depending on specifics.

But given some of your other issues may still be advantageous. When I spoke to them 2-3 weeks back they didn’t have any in stock but was expecting some.

Ultimately I gambled on my FP reorder before abandoning this option after learning more about some of the shortcomings of the brace. I ordered a Turn brace instead which arrived Monday and waiting on me to install. It cost more but not much more than the FP one as I had some built up credit/discount with those guys.

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[Kmautah]

Well body shop forgot to paint one hinge so I’m waiting for that to finish. But I got one hinge back. I can’t wait to get them on!

btw for those of you that install this already how do the rubber bumpers remove and reinstall in the new hinges?

They’re a little finicky to get out, some tweezers will help. I forgot to move them over until after install, but popping them in was the easy part.

 

[ICUGAZN]

Finally installed. Now I need to order the Silver Bronco.

 

[nolimits]

Finally installed. Now I need to order the Silver Bronco.

I am about to remove my silver Bronco emblem. Assuming I don’t break it removing do you have any interest in it? Granted you would need new 3M adhesive.

 

[ICUGAZN]

I am about to remove my silver Bronco emblem. Assuming I don’t break it removing do you have any interest in it? Granted you would need new 3M adhesive.

I removed mine in one piece, but i'm going to just order a new one. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

 

[Dr. Squatch]

I received my kit Friday after picking it up from my local dealer.

I too am having issues with the 2 holes on the left side of the top and bottom hinge. Sadly the bottom hinge started to take the bolt but then seized up and now cannot be removed. The top hinge left side bolt will not thread at all.

I have sent an Email to [email protected] which is the tech support Email and will follow up with a call.

It seems they have some QC issues with these hinges and makes me feel a bit better it isn't just me but seem to be worse off than others who were able to chase the holes.

Hopefully others see this posting and can check the exoskeleton holes before installing the whole kit.

Have you resolved your seized up bolt issue?

I am having a similar issue. I ran a tap through the hinge bolt holes prior to installation because they looked buggered up. Anway, the four bolts that hold on the door reinforcement plate installed with no problem. I needed to make a small alignment after installation of the spare tire. I wanted to gain access to the hinge to door fasteners. I attempted to remove the door reinforcement plate. This is when I discovered my issue. The lower right bolt only came out about .5 turn and then seized up.

Thank you.

 

[Dr. Squatch]

Well body shop forgot to paint one hinge so I’m waiting for that to finish. But I got one hinge back. I can’t wait to get them on!

btw for those of you that install this already how do the rubber bumpers remove and reinstall in the new hinges?

I am a dummy so please help. What fasteners are you using to install the plate to the hinges and where did you purchase them? Thank you.

 

[bebrown1075]

Have you resolved your seized up bolt issue?

I am having a similar issue. I ran a tap through the hinge bolt holes prior to installation because they looked buggered up. Anway, the four bolts that hold on the door reinforcement plate installed with no problem. I needed to make a small alignment after installation of the spare tire. I wanted to gain access to the hinge to door fasteners. I attempted to remove the door reinforcement plate. This is when I discovered my issue. The lower right bolt only came out about .5 turn and then seized up.

Thank you.

My hinges, bolts and exoskeleton were replaced. Cutting the exoskeleton off was a giant pain. There is metal running through the plastic. I used a rotozip to cut around the bolt hole.

 

[CarbonBronco]

I am a dummy so please help. What fasteners are you using to install the plate to the hinges and where did you purchase them? Thank you.

I’m am using arp stainless 12pt hardware and machined beauty washers

 

[Mean Green]

Late to the show… discount codes don’t appear to be working at this point…

 

[wigglysqiggly]

Will have to say, the colors goes great with Red hot chili pepper. Props for the people did it by themselves. Had the wife help out

 

[Dr. Squatch]

I’m am using arp stainless 12pt hardware and machined beauty washers

Thank you.

 

[Dr. Squatch]

My hinges, bolts and exoskeleton were replaced. Cutting the exoskeleton off was a giant pain. There is metal running through the plastic. I used a rotozip to cut around the bolt hole.

Thank you. I have reached out to Ford and am waiting for a response. If you don't mind me asking, did Ford replace your parts or did you buy the replacements?

 

[bebrown1075]

Thank you. I have reached out to Ford and am waiting for a response. If you don't mind me asking, did Ford replace your parts or did you buy the replacements?

Replaced with no cost to me. The warranty guys were great. You can chat with them on the Perfoamce Parts website and by email.

 

[DaveInSA]

Anyone find any other attachment accessories for a flagpole / antenna / recovery boards other than the one from buckle up?
https://buckleupoffroad.com/product...bronco-w-buor-braptor-spare-tire-reinforcment
I'm mainly looking for an antenna mount.

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