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Trail Gear Bumper * After Installation Question

Old 09-20-2016, 09:43 AM
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Trail Gear Bumper * After Installation Question

Hey All,

I recently installed the low profile front bumper from Trail Gear. I notice that there's a wire harness that's exposed on the passenger side.
I assume that this will be an issue when I encounter some brush that has hopes of yanking that spot.

So with that, any idea what that is? Also, any ideas of how I can protect that area?

Thanks for the help




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You could trace the harness to confirm where the wiring leads and figure out what it is for. Not sure if there is an Evap cannister right there..Almost looks like the harness follows a hardline.
Maybe make cover to fit that out of some 1/4" aluminum or whatever material you choose. Looks like there is some definite mounting options to attach a plate to
Another Idea would be to see if you can relocate it back further to over a little more protection
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Myself I would make a plate that attaches to the 2 bumper bolts

large enough in size to protect every thing needed then coat that connector with dielectric grease if you have winter where you live.
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Originally Posted by dropzone
You could trace the harness to confirm where the wiring leads and figure out what it is for. Not sure if there is an Evap cannister right there..Almost looks like the harness follows a hardline.
Maybe make cover to fit that out of some 1/4" aluminum or whatever material you choose. Looks like there is some definite mounting options to attach a plate to
Another Idea would be to see if you can relocate it back further to over a little more protection
Thank you for the suggestions
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Originally Posted by wyoming9
Myself I would make a plate that attaches to the 2 bumper bolts

large enough in size to protect every thing needed then coat that connector with dielectric grease if you have winter where you live.
Great suggestions, I appreciate you responding to my post!
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