jesse3638
Hooked
Overall this bumper and tire carrier have been great. It's major weakness is the u-bolt on the toggle clamp that holds it shut. Over the last 12 years I've had 4 of them break. When I contacted LoD a couple months ago they no longer stock replacement u-bolts. They actually didn't have a real answer as to where I could source one. They suggested Fastenal, McMaster Carr, and the like. After scouring the internet and multiple calls to different manufacturers I finally found a replacement latch assembly. Of all places to look it was stamped on the latch. Very faintly but found it. I wanted to share the information here because I know some of you run the same bumper and may be in need of a replacement u-bolt.
Latch: Brauer Clamp (English company w/ a US distributor in MI)
Model: LU700V (V is for vertical)
Contact: 586-427-5304 ask for Denise
I contacted them looking for the u-bolt but they only showed they stocked the whole assembly so that's what I ordered. After I got off the phone, Denise called me back to let me know while checking stock she found some u-bolts. She said she'd throw one in for free. I said I'd take a few if they had them. She just charged me shipping for them. The search is finally over and dealt with some great customer service from various companies.
Latch: Brauer Clamp (English company w/ a US distributor in MI)
Model: LU700V (V is for vertical)
Contact: 586-427-5304 ask for Denise
I contacted them looking for the u-bolt but they only showed they stocked the whole assembly so that's what I ordered. After I got off the phone, Denise called me back to let me know while checking stock she found some u-bolts. She said she'd throw one in for free. I said I'd take a few if they had them. She just charged me shipping for them. The search is finally over and dealt with some great customer service from various companies.