Install: Quik-Latch QD Latches & New Bumper Brackets
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ส.ค. 2024
- I was very happy to find a great alternative to those chintzy, o-ring, supposedly "JDM"(yeah right) bumper latches. Quik-Latch quick disconnect latches combine form & function perfectly. BTW, the ones I installed are their most commonly sold size, and are 1.25 inches in diameter. They also offer several colors, or you can powder coat/paint them yourself. Also, these are NOT limited to being used on bumpers! They can secure just about anything! They also offer hood pins! Check out their website for more info!!!
In my opinion, labelling a "MacGyver" type fix as somehow being "JDM" or "because racecar bro" is not a good excuse. Not hating on those who use other latches, they may not have known there are better options, but personally, I cannot stand them. They irk me. Lol.
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Hey everyone, thank you for watching & showing so much support!! All of the product info is in the description. Also, to address a common question: The side brackets can be purchased through a Subaru dealership or online at FastWRX. > www.fastwrx.com/products/bumper-side-support-2006-2007-wrx-sti
Awesome!
1. You explain in very thorough detail exactly what you are doing in the first part of the video.
2. In the second part of the video you SHOW what you are doing.
3. Net result: A clean, easy to understand process that solves most sagging bumper issues on most cars.
I used your process and was able to fix the bumper problem on my 2015 Toyota Sienna.
Keep up the great work.
God Bless.
Thanks!!
This is probably the most professional diy video ive ever seen.
Thanks. I hope it isn't, actually; the quality isn't that great in my opinion. Haha. but I appreciate it!!
I know this is an old vid and I dont have an STi however I was looking up quick latches and locks and happy to have come across your vid. I wanna get a set of these for my '09 xB. Thank you for sharing! I just got on wheelwell too!
just got my hawkeye WRX a couple of months ago and just came across your videos! Keep it up its a big help thank you so much!
That's awesome! I'm glad you enjoy the videos!!! If you would like to see any particular videos, just let me know.
Definitely!!! Currently im trying to do little project here and there to really fix it up and if i come across anything ill let you know, and you are completely right on the little plastic piece they use to hold the bumper on out of the factory, that thing is horrible
Chaz Anderson it's Chaz,fuck yeah!!!
When taking a screwdriver near the fender, put a rag in between it and the fender so you don't scratch any paint. That toothpaste trick is great! These QDs are pretty nice too! Thanks!
This is awesome! i've always wanted to do this to my poorly mounted bumper but wasn't exactly sure how. i love the look and also how convenient the bumper pops right off. I'll definitely reference back to this video when i eventually tackle this project on my car. 👍👍
Awesome! Yeah, I was very happy to find these. I'll make another video when I install more, so you should know exactly what you need to do before doing it. 👍🏻👍🏻
pictures of Subaru bumper kit
It looks waaaay better man! The bumper sag is real on subarus these days. Good work!
Thanks man. I love how clean it turned out. & yeah, my bumper still sags a little because Subaru tried to use 3 little plastic tabs to support it. That may be another video. Lol.
I'm so relieved to find this product! I'm also aren't a fan of the JDM rubber band look. I was close to giving up, and your video appeared! Thank you. Subbed ✌
Awesome! I agree! Most of the rubber band clips I've seen in person were broken anyhow & the owner was using zipties instead. They look so cheap. These latches are much better & are still in excellent, like-new condition a year later.
I take my Subaru off-road (no, I don't mean just unpaved, I mean skidplate-scraping off-road) and I often find myself ripping the sides of my front fascia off my XV Crosstrek. This is precisely the kind of solution I wanted over the silly rubber-band things.
Those are great but those and the rubber band style are made for 2 totally different things so are not really comparable.
I agree, but literally every single time I've see the rubber ones they were broken. Lol. Mine are going strong years later, so you get what you pay for. The rubber band style use rings that were not intended nor designed to be used to secure a bumper or be exposed to UV light all day everyday.
Video may be old but I'm literally ordering all those parts for my 06 hatch right now, thanks for helping me fix my bumper sag- i suck at body work.
That looks like a super neat item! Thanks for sharing the install process!
Thanks man. I'm happy to share good products. I am just as excited about these latches as some of my viewers are.
My pleasure keep up the fantastic work!
This is exactly what I was looking for! My only complaint is I would have like to seen it closer to the edge so it’s not right on that body line and lifting that other corner
Thanks for the Tutorial. I am doing mine for my 370z. *Thumbs up*
Thanks. I think you'll really like them. 👍🏻👍🏻
glad I've come across this video as I need these on my car so I can pop the bumper off to get in my garage 😂.. thanks man
No problem. Glad it helped. I'm going to be adding a couple more latches to the top of the bumper soon so it is fully QD.
HawkeyeSTiGuy will you be uploading a vid
Definitely. It will be similar to this & will show what you need & how to do it. 👍🏻👍🏻
Wicked
Good video, thorough and comprehensive!😃
Could you cut the tabs off the bumper on the sides and still have this support it? My tabs and clips have started to bend and break but the bumper is otherwise fine. I'd love to install these and just clip off the tabs entirely.
Just wanted to let you know there’s a seller on eBay using screenshots of your video to sell their product (replicas) . In case you didn’t approve of them doing so. Thank you for the tutorial brother 🙌
subae I did not know that. Thanks. Link?
subae Nevermind. Found him. 🤦🏻♂️
I need these for my Civic. The Neuspeed Sport springs lower my car too much for these piss poor LA streets. And I don’t even have a lip...!
Excellent informative video man!! Keep them videos coming and I know you'll be up there with subscribers one day!
Does it work on Hyundai Sonata GLS 2014?
I have a squirrel problem. Can I use these to secure chicken wire/mesh underneath the car to prevent them from getting inside?
I don't think that will work.
love the step drills...
They were great for this install. 👍🏻
Very informative. Thanks. Do you think you could use these to mount a carbon fiber splitter directly to the lip of the bumper?
Thanks! I think it would depend on the bumper & how they are used, but yes, they should work. They are very versatile. Here is a video showing them being used to mount a front air dam. th-cam.com/video/aDjBowefRtQ/w-d-xo.html
Rad video bro. Gonna do the exact same thing on my blobby.
Thanks man. I definitely recommend it. The fit & finish is so much better than some other options out there.
Great explanation body but where is the link to purchase the quick latch ? 🤔🤔🤔
It’s right in the description. 👍🏼
thats awesome man! thanks for makin this vid. im having bumper fitment issue with my 02 wrx and was about to buy those stupid rubber band QD ones. good shit
Ugh. I hate the rubber bands. They are so tacky & always break. I've seen so many cars with zip ties on them instead. These latches are awesome. I added more to make my bumper fully QD & I actually just installed hood pins from the same company. (video coming soon.)
4:06 so after you take the screw out can your just pull the side bumper off like that???
Yes. The sides are just held in with clips/tabs. Obviously you want to be careful with it, but there are no other screws or anything on the sides holding it on. The next clips would be behind the front grille. If you have the plastic under-panel &/or fender liners still installed, there will be plastic clips for those in the wheel wells & under the car. 👍🏼
I've been looking for a product like this. I should have seen this before i bought the support bracket .After viewing this video, i search our local online distributor much like an amazon. They have a china made quick latch just like this. Funny thing is i think its your car in their photo.
Serge'son Bernabe III Yeah, they stole my pics & screenshots without my permission to sell their junk & rip people of because they are lowlife scumbags. I only recommend authentic Quik-Latches, the knockoffs are cheap & far more likely to break. Besides they stole someone else’s design & pass it off as their own.
Great video, like how you explained it and the way it was shot. New subscriber 👍😀
Thanks! Glad you liked it!
I will be installing fender flares and as much as I would like to do this, the location is right in the same spot where the fender flare will go and it doesn't look like like it can be moved further forward to be out of the way of the fender flare. Anyone else got any other ideas?
Great video Mike! I definitely would try and do this in the future. It is such a clean look too.
On a side note, I don't understand how you have a dislike... Must be an evo fanboy :P
Thanks man. Oh, thats just my hater. Lol. I have like 2 people subbed to me who don't have a life so they dislike every single video I put out regardless of what it's about. Haha. Not saying I'm the most interesting guy to watch, but the large majority of my vids have 2 dislikes, & only 2 dislikes. lol. Plus they always come within hours of my upload. I'm not that popular. lol.
Awesome fix man! Looks clean. One question, where did you get the new bumper brackets?
Thanks. I plan on installing more latches in the spring so the bumper is fully QD. I ordered the brackets from my local Subaru dealership. I think it was about $20 or so for both pieces. You probably could also order them from subarugenuineparts.com They have an OEM parts section. 👍🏻👍🏻
Awesome! Looking forward to that video. And thanks for the info!
J DeLuca No problem man!
You really hate the rubber band system don't ya 😁
How many inches did you get your latch that your using in the video ???
Where did u get the brackets?
The brackets are OEM Subaru. I just ordered them from the dealership. They can also be found online. I would recommend Subaru Genuine Parts, but they have closed & no longer sell online. RIP. You may be able to find used ones from a part-out or something, but there's a good chance those would be old/damaged.
Will they make the whole bumper, not just the sides, but the entire bumper easy to remove?
Razzle Dazzle If you use more of them, yes. I added 4 more to the front of my bumper after I made this video. Search my channel for ‘quick detach bumper’ & it should pop up. 👍🏻
HawkeyeSTiGuy ok thanks dude.
Will this work on a 2002 IS300 and can I just use the two latches to support my front bumper ?
These are universal & can be installed on any car. You may need to use brackets for your car, but it depends on where you install them. I would recommend using more than 2 if they are the only thing holding on your bumper. I'm sure 2 are strong enough to do the job, but generally speaking, bumpers need more support than that or they can sag. On my bumper, if I don't use a few clips/latches in the middle, mine will sag.
Here are some ways people have used theirs. www.quik-latch.com/quik-latch-mini-latch.html
HawkeyeSTiGuy Thanks but how do I know what size to get
ayy lmao 👽 The 1.25 inch diameter is the size I have. They all work the same, that size just refers to size of the 'button' part that you will see.
Really helpful. Thanks, man.
Wheel works wants a part number for the brackets. Can you please provide?
Nick Kantar I only have the number for the left hand bracket offhand. The number for the left hand bracket is 55565FE030
hi grrrrreat video i found them on amazon thnx and does it matter what size i get or is it my choice or does it have it fit the bumper for the type of car exact i have a mazda3 2014 please pls reply thnx
They are universal and can fit any car, but you will have to find the best lactation on the fender to place them, then cut/modify your bumper & bracket to fit. 👍🏼
ok thnx u saved my bumper it wasnt bad it was just poking out as if she got smacked in the side of her mouth is all i dont like her lookn like that im knda ocd as well when i saw that u ddnt use the bands i almost flipped i inmediately went on a searh i went to the site and it had a side page of amazon and i do have amazon prime so it was even better then i came back saw this video and u had the little mounting thingys i though u said mini buckets and i searched amazon for that and well u know mini buckets popped up haha so i put in the name of the product and the mounting buckets came up i found a bunch of them so thnx so much for this video the guy thats gonna fix my bumper told me about the bumper holder and thats what bought me to youtube i saw a video with of a guy using them but with a rubber band i didnt like the look of it then i saw your video and woow yours was a ton better how u placed yours on your car was sooo sleek and neat and it looked like a decoration you know as if you’re just decking out your car and i was very impressed now only of they had like a cute design like a cartoon character or something i did see different types and colors but ill just go with the black and the mounting thingys will have it lookn real nice all blended in and all
sorry for the long reply but man you just dont know how happy you made me and saving me a lot of cash that i can use for more important things i wish i can treat u to lunch or dinner id do it with pride u saved me a bunch of time and money
YOU ROCK!!!!
stay safe
ps im not a dude im a girl lol
yooooooo, i use b is for build zip ties for popping bumpers, i like the idea of quick latch
Lol B is for Build is pretty legit man, those zip ties might be better. lol. jk. Honestly, I love these latches already. I can't wait to install more so that both of my bumpers are quick detach & can be changed out in seconds.
yep, i need to order more zip ties, whe u paint ur car are u also gonna paint the latches for a cleaner look
Where do I get the brackets and the quick latches?
Nick Kantar The brackets can be purchased from a Subaru dealer or online. The quik latches can be purchased through their website, link in the description. 👍🏻
What is the name of the drill
Bit that you used to drill the wholes ?!
GTOzzieVids It is called a step bit. I picked mine up at Harbor Freight Tools, but Home Depot carries them as well. I don't remember the size off hand.
I want the same type of latches what size did you get
MartianMilitiaHQ 1.25 inch. Link in the description. 👍🏻
Does those things come in color?
kickdog 69 Yes. They have a few color options. www.quik-latch.com/QL-25-series-mini-latches.html 👍🏻👍🏻
How have I not seen this video before I have this same issue on my 06 wrx. Did you just buy the brackets from your local Subaru dealer
Yes. The brackets can be ordered through a dealership or online from subarugenuineparts.com.
wat drillbit is that you using to make the hole
PierreMichael Morales It’s called a “step drill bit” & they are available at Harbor Freight, Home Depot, Lowe’s, or any decent hardware store. They are tapered & can drill different size holes depending on how for you drill into the material.
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at this point there much cheaper on ebay, different sizes colors, just look them up
The Challengers The ones on eBay are garbage knockoffs, I would not recommend them. They are made of inferior materials and are not tested whatsoever. Quik-Latch is small family owned company based in the US. They have patented the design themselves and spent all the money on the necessary R&D required. I know money may be tight for some, but stop supporting China & garbage companies that steal other people’s designs. There is a reason why the eBay knockoffs are cheaper. Speaking from personal experience, cheap junk on eBay is just that, junk.
@@hawkeyestiguy i mean trust me i looked until i found at least some shipping out of here in California, are they the same ones from china? probably, Quik latch wants 27.xx for one latch, you can get 4 for of the same for under 20.00, it is a shame, but i just wonder if their may be any other companies out there, thanks for responding, i do enjoy the insightful info, i own a 2007 sti urban grey, next to that is my 2006 evo 9 MR
This guy could talk talk talk talk and talk damn
Lol. Thanks dude. People enjoy my vids so IDK what to tell you. Hahaha
Make more hawkeye mod.. GREAT!!!
This guy did NOT explain which tools or tool used to loosen the bumper. NO close up demo! ! What the freaken tool? A screw driver or what the hell!? NO one ever explains HOW to REMOVE a bumper step by step and HOW to put it back on!!? Thumbs down!
Are you ok? Lol. Haven't seen a tantrum like that since kindergarten... I literally go step by step. Yes, that is a screwdriver in my hand...🙄 It's a super easy install, kid. The brackets have Philips head screws, so you need a #2 Philips screwdriver. The latches just need a hole drilled through the bumper, you can use a step drill or a hole drill for this, or you can cut a hole out with a knife, or chew a hole in it, whatever works for you, just sit out the plastic pieces.... Have a pair of pliers or a wrench on hand to tighten down the lock nut. It's that simple. No need to have a childish meltdown because you weren't able to follow some basic instructions, Edward. Fun fact, I made this video before you were even on TH-cam...I get you are new here, but maybe learn how things work before popping a vein? 🤷🏻♂😂
can you do one for side skirts? mine are falling off lol
also splash guards? maybe?
Will do.
In my experience side skirts are just 3M taped on (dbl-sided weather-proof tape). They're not something you need to keep taking on/off like a bumper, so just tape and go! Use a heat-gun, or fishing line, or whatever, pull them off, clean/scrape off old adhesive, and re-tape them.
What was the toothpaste for yo
When you apply a dab of toothpaste to the stud & then press the bumper up against it, it shows you exactly where you should drill the hole.
$27 per latch is ridiculous and they are sold individually I’ll stick to my jdm bands
Bryan Lopez That's cool. Not trying to force anyone to buy them, but high quality parts don't come cheap. My latches still look as good as the day they were installed & they operate flawlessly. I have never personally owned the "JDM" type of latches, but I have seen enough of them broken & zip tied that for me personally, it's worth the money for good latches.
Thanks a lot I'll be looking into it...
whys this guy hating on the rubber band system
Well, because quite frankly they are garbage. To each his own, but this idea that using rubber bands to secure the front bumper makes your car more "authentic JDM" is BS. Yes, they are cheaper than quick-latch & other latching options, but they don't last nearly as long, are not as streamline, & often end up looking tacky. I have seen plenty of the rubber band style latches over the past few years. I would venture to guess that at least 95% of the ones I have seen were all broken. The o-rings always break & guys have to either source new o-rings, or more commonly they end up using zipties in their place. Why? That's just stupid. Having 'mods' on your car that are broken does not make it look more "racecar", it makes the car look cheap & tacky, like it belongs to a poor high school kid. This is my opinion, but the rubber band system is cheap, ineffective, tacky, & requires regularly replacing the o-rings. I'm a guy who would rather not deal with that BS & install quality latches once.
yep! good reply, good video, tnx!
Drifters do this for a reason ricers like this guy do it because well they ste ricers
taizer Yeah... There is absolutely NO benefit to be able to quickly & easily remove the front bumper with QD mounts at all... Please, grace us with more of your profound & brilliant wisdom.
BTW, “ricers” use the cheap $10 ebay rubber band systems, not authentic Quik-Latches, but it looks like I’m talking to a fish here... Lol.
@@hawkeyestiguy do you know how many more bolts are on that bumper lol. I work with guys that build pro drift cars they use these but can remove the bumper with 2 push pins and the side skirts and the rear bumper.
So you are saying you can remove your bumper with 2 push pins and for what reason. Do you crash your car alot or need the front end off every day
Its 100% ricer mod no different than the jdm rubber band bs on street cars
taizer There weren’t any bolts, the MFG uses plastic clips, & yes, I’ve replaced all of them dude. My whole bumper is QD. Even made a video of the process. You think I’m lying to you about that? 🤣Bumper can be removed & replaced in a few seconds rather than 30+ minutes.
Being able to remove the bumper easily gives access to the front end, rad, cooler, Headlights, etc, makes is easy to get on & off ramps & flatbeds. Made wrapping the car much easier too. I take off my bumper several times per year & these are far better than constantly breaking & re-buying the stupid plastic clips all the time. That is why I installed them.
IDK what your deal is, you seem to have a stick up your ass about something, but maybe you should Netflix & chill with your prodrifter buddies-if you act as arrogant around them as you are acting here, I’m sure they miss you being around. Lol.
my rubberbands look better
Chris Shootzz crazy journey Yeah, it’s a real shame McLaren chose these Quik-Latches for their P1GTR instead of more sleek and fashionable rubber bands...🤣