AEV RX "Stubby" Bumper Installation: Premium Jeep JL Wrangler Protection with TONS of options

Jeeps and aftermarket bumpers go hand in hand but few offer benefits without sacrifices. A lightweight compared to any other offerings with the same features, the AEV RX front bumper maximizes approach angle by lifting the bumper higher than all of the OE and Mopar counter parts. Chassis mounted Nodular iron recovery points for easy rigging of ¾” anchor shackles, integrated winch mount provisions, and additional front end protection with the modular front hoop and lower boron steel skid plate make for category leading protection. Like most of the AEV product lines, you are not sacrificing OE design features. Retaining the front TrailCam and camera washer are all part of the program and they still offer additional aftermarket lighting provisions on the hoop and in the lower skid plate. That's a lot of functionality, the AEV bumpers are far from a basic product. Check out the complete install to appreciate the design and construction put into this product.
This is moderate installation and you should give yourself 3-4 hours to do this with basic hand tools. Power tools will improve your install time dramatically.
00:01 Introduction
00:42 OE Bumper Removal
01:52 OE Bumper Disassembly
03:32 AEV Features and Unboxing
05:15 AEV TrailCam Relocation
07:36 Fog Light installation
08:49 Winch Mount installation
10:53 Light Bar bracket installation
11:06 Mounting the Winch
11:35 Mounting the Light Bar
12:15 Bumper Center Section mounting
13:24 Mounting and Wiring Hoop Accessories
15:34 Hoop Cover installation
16:25 Finishing the Bumper assembly
18:23 AEV Skid Plate install
18:36 Finished Product
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Optional Parts:
- AEV Lower Skid plate
- AEV Lower Skid plate Light Bar mount
- AEV TrailCam Relocation Kit
- AEV 7000 Series LED spot lights
- AEV Winch Plate Mount Kit
- AEV Universal Fairlead
In the video, I cover how I completed the installation on my Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon with the means and skills I have. See what I did and figure it out for yourself or when in doubt, get it installed by a professional.

[@garyandtricia1]

I gotta say, as a retired mechanic of 34 years, that you do an awesome job of explaining everything.

[@exhaustinglife]

I appreciate that and it all comes from the heart being and ASE mechanic myself, an Engineer and an life-long auto enthusiast who likes to work on projects for all types of vehicles. Thanks for watching.

[@andysedano]

Even tho Ive never owned a Chevy or Jeep I always enjoy tuning in and watching your videos. You’re a freakin Magician aka human encyclopedia lol

[@exhaustinglife]

Thanks man. I spent a lot of time handing wrenches to my pops for my youth and after he passed had the fortunate ability to be around some of the industries best as part of my career choice, so I enjoy sharing the things I observed and learned along the way.

[@daveadams2899]

annnnnnnd i'm officially subscribed. killer install video.

[@exhaustinglife]

Thanks for watching. I'll have the full commentary on performance after EJS in Moab

[@daveadams2899]

@@exhaustinglife I’ll keep an eye out. Would love to see a flex/rub test between your RX stubby and their EX full width. I’m personally on the fence 😂

[@Michael_ryan91]

So far how do u like the xp lift?

[@exhaustinglife]

Around town it is much better than stock from a comfort and drivability standpoint. I like how well its done in desert and washboard but I'm off to Moab Utah to get it in the rocks and see how well it does there.
Stay tuned and I'll be putting up some commentary content to support al the install videos.

[@nickritz4740]

Did you wire the 7000 series light to Mopar aux switch or use the supplied switch?

[@exhaustinglife]

I have an sPOD in my set-up as I have a fairly large selection of lights. I still had to use the relay for the rated current draw of the 7000 Series lights using the sPOD as the trigger. You could just as easily used the factory switch panel as long as you are wiring it such that its the trigger wire and the current is switched by the supplied AEV relay.

[@nickritz4740]

Do you know what would need to be removed to install the AEV 7000 lights after this bumper was installed?

[@exhaustinglife]

@@nickritz4740 It's not bad. There are 4 - 10mm nuts on the back of the Hoop to remove the hoop and 4 - allen bolts around each surround base of the hoop you might need to loosen to run your wires. 30 mins of work tops.