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I was equally impressed with the packing. Nothing could be damaged the way it was packed.

I am picking up a Gen 2 XRC Front and Rear bumper and would LOVE to see this level of packing.
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I think I read something about needing shims, mine actually came with some. Maybe this is an update based on feedback.

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I think I read something about needing shims, mine actually came with some. Maybe this is an update based on feedback.

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There is an addendum to the instructions that actually call out how to use the shims using blue painters tape. It was actually very easy to install with this trick
 

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I think I read something about needing shims, mine actually came with some. Maybe this is an update based on feedback.

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Mine came with the shims as well.
As for hardware, due to @72Blazer being shorted a hardware pack I verified all the hardware. Being that it was partially assembled some of the hardware (like the hinge pieces) are already installed. I think I have everything. I’m installing Saturday.
And i totally agree on the packing. Awesome job packing everything
 

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I’ve been waiting for Christmas for this thing. Ordered from a reputable third party site, they have communicated well but are still waiting on sb to ship. I guess they are backordered...
 

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I’ve been waiting for Christmas for this thing. Ordered from a reputable third party site, they have communicated well but are still waiting on sb to ship. I guess they are backordered...
Give 4 Wheel Parts a call. That’s where I got mine. Same day pickup.
 

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This does not wiggle or move around. There is a slight bounce on really deep pot holes (plenty of those in my area), but that should be expected as I would expect this of any hinge based solution.
Hmm, I was sold on this carrier until your post. I'm looking for better than I have, not possibly worse. I have zero bounce in my gate currently (and I've hit some deep SH!@) so this is disappointing to hear for me :(
 
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Hmm, I was sold on this carrier until your post. I'm looking for better than I have, not possibly worse. I have zero bounce in my gate currently (and I've hit some deep SH!@) so this is disappointing to hear for me :(
If you have zero bounce, why would you be looking? And for anyone to say that they have zero bounce with a hinge based solution is kidding themselves. We have 120+# hanging off our back. It's gonna bounce if you hit something deep.
 

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Mine came with the shims as well.
As for hardware, due to @72Blazer being shorted a hardware pack I verified all the hardware. Being that it was partially assembled some of the hardware (like the hinge pieces) are already installed. I think I have everything. I’m installing Saturday.
And i totally agree on the packing. Awesome job packing everything
Mine was missing hardware pack 7. But as you pointed out, that’s for putting the hinge together and mine is also partially built. I was worried at first but looked through the instructions to see where those parts were used.
 

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Ordered yesterday at 4WP at 4:30, arrived today..... have yet to open but it was heavier than I was expecting for an aluminum piece.
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If you have zero bounce, why would you be looking? And for anyone to say that they have zero bounce with a hinge based solution is kidding themselves. We have 120+# hanging off our back. It's gonna bounce if you hit something deep.
Mine is 135# and my only issue is misalignment. Although when I hit hard holes, I am aired down and have FOX shocks, so that slants my opinion and needs.
 

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It is what it is. I just hope I receive the required plugs today or tomorrow. I need to get it over to my buddy’s shop Sunday so we can start the lift.



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I’ve been waiting for Christmas for this thing. Ordered from a reputable third party site, they have communicated well but are still waiting on sb to ship. I guess they are backordered...
I woulda cancelled that order quick and ordered from another vendor. I ordered mine on a Friday night and received it the following week on a Thursday.
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