Capable Bumper Shackle Removal

[Scotty_A51]

I had wanted to have just the shackles powder coated and they told me they wouldn’t be able to do it with the shackle assembled to the bracket. So I gave it a shot and you can pull the pin on the bracket with a punch and separate the shackle from the mount. Just wanted to inform anyone that was interested. Haven’t reassembled yet. Hope it all goes back haha

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[Scotty_A51]

Update: all assembled back and went together perfectly. So it can be done taking the pins out and painting or powder coating

 

[Snappy22]

Nice work! Bumper removal necessary out how tricky was it to get that assembly out?

 

[BroncoLegend94]

I removed and added these from Ford performance, now I can tow easily behind RV. This Bronco is the most capable fun vehicle I have ever enjoyed. Just a small amount of trimming. If I decide to go somewhere I need the hooks, pop the plastic cove, 3 bolts and done.

 

[AMCheese]

Update: all assembled back and went together perfectly. So it can be done taking the pins out and painting or powder coating

Where did you get these plugs? I have been wanting to cover those up.

 

[Scotty_A51]

Where did you get these plugs? I have been wanting to cover those up.

Got them off Amazon. It was a big pack with like 5 different sizes. Just painted them with touch up paint first then threw them in.

 

[Scotty_A51]

Nice work! Bumper removal necessary out how tricky was it to get that assembly out?

Yes you have to remove the bumper. 6 bolts. Super easy

 

[Scotty_A51]

I removed and added these from Ford performance, now I can tow easily behind RV. This Bronco is the most capable fun vehicle I have ever enjoyed. Just a small amount of trimming. If I decide to go somewhere I need the hooks, pop the plastic cove, 3 bolts and done.

I wasn’t sure if those would fit on the capable bumper. Looks great

 

[BottleShark]

Got them off Amazon. It was a big pack with like 5 different sizes. Just painted them with touch up paint first then threw them in.

I all told my salesman buddy like every day, “Please remember to not let them install the front bracket.” Then I showed up right as it got delivered, got in and pulled the bracket out. Walked to the trash can and threw it away. Everyone there laughed.

 

[Scotty_A51]

I all told my salesman buddy like every day, “Please remember to not let them install the front bracket.” Then I showed up right as it got delivered, got in and pulled the bracket out. Walked to the trash can and threw it away. Everyone there laughed.

Yeah I was pissed that the bracket was on mine. I never run front plates.

 

[rancid53]

Yes you have to remove the bumper. 6 bolts. Super easy

@Scotty_A51 - When taking the bumper off… There is a cover over the shackle that looks like it has a sensor in it. What are the steps to take that shackle cover off?

 

[Scotty_A51]

@Scotty_A51 - When taking the bumper off… There is a cover over the shackle that looks like it has a sensor in it. What are the steps to take that shackle cover off?

Just get under with s pry tool and pull. They’re only clipped in. Give a good tug.

 

[Bullitt]

Had mine powdercoated in Badlands Orange.

 

[Scotty_A51]

Had mine powdercoated in Badlands Orange.

Love it

 

[JMY217]

Update: all assembled back and went together perfectly. So it can be done taking the pins out and painting or powder coating

Is this all that separates the capable bumper from tbe standard one? I have the standard bumper with fog lights on my truck. Could that plate be added behind and a cutout made for the shackles I wonder?

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