SafetyStruts Heavy Duty RV Bumper Brackets (1SSNHD, Std-Heavy Duty)

Solid product. Glad I didn’t have to replace my bumper. Went on easy. Definitely pre drilling helps. Previous owner of my trailer put a bike rack on the bumper and it bent/ripped. This is the best solution to bolster up the bumper and fix it. Great product. I feel secure about putting weight on it now. The fit was perfect only had to move my rear jacks. Minor issue.

SafetyStruts Heavy Duty RV Bumper Brackets (1SSNHD, Std-Heavy Duty): Taking the Weight Off Your WorriesHitting the open road in your RV is an adventure filled with excitement and breathtaking scenery. But the last thing you want is to worry about the structural integrity of your beloved camper. That's where the SafetyStruts Heavy Duty RV Bumper Brackets (1SSNHD, Std-Heavy Duty) come in. These sturdy reinforcements give your bumper the extra muscle it needs to handle heavy payloads and protect your precious cargo.Heavy-Duty Design for Peace of Mind:Built with high-strength steel and a reinforced gusset plate, these brackets are engineered to handle the toughest loads. Whether you're hauling bikes, a generator, or a cargo carrier, SafetyStruts provide the support you need to ensure your bumper doesn't buckle under pressure.Simple Installation, Lasting Results:No need for specialized tools or advanced engineering degrees. The SafetyStruts brackets come with clear instructions and all the necessary hardware for a straightforward installation. You'll be enjoying the peace of mind they provide in no time.Benefits You Can Feel (and See):Reduced stress on your bumper: Say goodbye to the anxiety of a sagging or overloaded bumper. SafetyStruts distribute the weight evenly, preventing damage and promoting long-term structural integrity.Enhanced confidence on the road: Knowing your bumper can handle whatever you throw at it (figuratively speaking, of course) allows you to relax and focus on enjoying the journey.Improved resale value: By protecting your RV's investment, SafetyStruts become an investment in itself. Potential buyers will appreciate the added support and care, potentially boosting your resale value down the line.A Few Points to Consider:Compatibility: Make sure you choose the right brackets for your specific RV model and bumper type. SafetyStruts offers a variety of options to ensure a perfect fit.Weight capacity: While incredibly strong, these brackets still have their limits. Be sure to check the weight capacity and don't overload your bumper, even with the added support.Price: SafetyStruts may be slightly pricier than some other options, but the quality, ease of installation, and peace of mind they provide make them well worth the investment.Overall:The SafetyStruts Heavy Duty RV Bumper Brackets (1SSNHD, Std-Heavy Duty) are a fantastic upgrade for any RV owner who values safety, performance, and long-term value. They're easy to install, incredibly strong, and offer peace of mind knowing your precious cargo is well-supported. If you're looking for a way to take the weight off your worries and hit the road with confidence, SafetyStruts is the answer.Rating: 4.5 out of 5 starsI highly recommend the SafetyStruts Heavy Duty RV Bumper Brackets to any RV owner who wants to protect their investment and enjoy a worry-free adventure. With their robust design, simple installation, and numerous benefits, they're a must-have addition to your travel kit. Happy trails!

Pretty easy install. The self tapping screws that came with aren't the best but work pretty good once you get a pilot hole and it says you don't need a powered hole. But I think it will do what it's intended to do I am pleased

I installed the item with the standoff bolts due to the I beam style construction of my Coachmen trailer. When I received the item I was VERY impressed with the packing! Probably the best packaging of any Amazon item I've purchased any time recently. Everything was in a "right sized" box, wrapped tightly with plastic wrap, and there was no damage to anything including the box which is commendable with an item so weighty.Quality:Let me say that if these brackets are 25% thicker than the competition, I'd hate to see how thin the competition is! These brackets are the RIGHT size for claims of 400 foot lbs of support. I also appreciate the education materials that inform you of the difference between lbs and foot-lbs! The hardware is good quality and I had no problems with any of it. No stripping, twisting heads off, drill bit not drilling, none of that. Good quality materials. But, I paid double over the competition so I expect nothing less.Install:The procedure for marking where to drill is suspect. The concept is good, but my execution was not. The idea is that you install the standoff bolts to the bracket, put these pointed bits into the standoff bolts that are used to mark your drill holes, fit the bracket to your bumper so that the pointed bits are touching the I beam that the bumper is welded to, hammer each standoff bolt to mark your drill holes, and drill your holes.But, for the life of me, I could not get the bracket to stay in place as soon as I hit the standoff bolts with the hammer. So when I went to drill there was no confidence that the places I marked were actually going to line up with the bracket holes. But, I did my best and drilled away. Drilling through the I beam was painstaking, stopping to oil the bit, pushing from awkward angles but I got through. Only to find that my holes were as much as half a bolt width off. No way the bolts are just going to slip through. So I had to uninstall the standoff bolts from the bracket, and simultaneously tighten down both sides of the standoff bolts. Since my holes were off the final bracket placement was off but close enough.Oh, and during the process of marking the places to drill, the small bits that are threaded in the standoff bolts threaded too deep and I spent several anxious minutes trying to figure out how to get them out b/c it would have disabled the whole bracket installation if I couldn't get them out! Whew, got em out!The other side went on a little faster but I was pressed for time by then. It was 105 outside and the install had taken over an hour for the first bracket so I was cranky. I didn't do any better job marking, drilling, and fitting the second bracket drill holes but the technique I used on the first bracket served me well and the final placement of the bracket is closer to where I intended it to go.As a side note, I decided to place the brackets on the inside(towards the center of the bumper) of the I beams where I thought they would do the most good, but the directions don't suggest any optimal placements.I am satisfied that the bumper is reinforced but not sure it could take 400 lbs like they claim. I had 3 kids bikes and a bike rack, maybe 150 lbs total, on our trip and there was still enough torsion on the bumper to loosen the end caps while traveling. But it feels stout so time will tell.