Keys to Ride Jeep Build Footage: Episode 2

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This video documents the following exciting K2R Jeep build enhancements, installed at Slick Up Center in Eau Claire, Wisconsin:

  • ARIES TrailChaser® front bumper with stinger bar
  • Iconic XD™ winch
  • ARIES TrailChaser® rear bumper
  • CURT hitch
  • ARIES 50” LED light bar and corner lights
  • Custom decals, striping, and badging

Stay tuned for Episode 3 on Friday!

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Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

ARIES (2156002): TrailCrusher® Front Bumper for Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator

The TrailCrusher® front bumper from ARIES is designed, tested, and built to work hard on the trail and give your Jeep Wrangler JL or Gladiator the functional advantage you need when it comes to winches and shackles. It’s also no accident that its tough look has been completely customized for your trail-ready rig, with angular lines that sit high and tight against the front of your Jeep to ensure plenty of ground clearance.

The 2156002 TrailCrusher® front bumper features a one-piece design with 3/16” thick steel plate, with a winch-and-shackle rating of 12.5K pounds (straight-line pull). Predrilled slotted holes create a universal and secure winch-mounting platform, whild additional predrilled holes accept a hawse or roller fairlead (winches and fairleads not included). An optional stinger brush guard can be installed to both help protect the winch and add an extra-aggressive profile.

ARIES TrailCrusher® front bumpers go on with no drilling and comes with a durable carbide powdercoat atop a durable e-coat to protect from hazards seen and unseen. Rear bumper also available (#2157002). Includes bumper and all necessary hardware.

Features

  • 12,500 lb. winch-and-shackle rating for ultimate off-road functionality.
  • Standard winch mounting platform accepts most types of winches.
  • Welded shackle mounts and 1/4” sleeves provide reliable anchoring points.
  • Shackle mounts accept pins up to 7/8” in diameter (#2166071 recommended).
  • No-drill install uses factory mounting points with no pump relocation required.
  • One-piece construction with 3/16” steel plates for maximum strength.
  • Narrow width and high ground clearance for an improved off-road style.
  • Durable carbide black powdercoat with rust-resistant E-coat finish.
  • Angular brush guard helps protect the winch and adds an aggressive look (sold separately).
  • Center round cutouts accept OE bumper lights.
  • Includes mounting hardware and 3/8” installation brackets.
  • Warranty: limited lifetime (3-year finish, 1-year parts).
ARIES TrailCrusher Front Bumper for Jeep JL_Gladiator 2156002

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Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

ARIES: Get $50 Back on TrailChaser Front or Back Bumper Kit

Offer good March 1 to April 30. Click image for printable form and complete details!

ARIES $50 Back on TrailChaser Front or Rear Bumper Kit

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Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

ARIES: Get $100 Back on TrailChaser Jeep Bumper with Fender Flare Kit Purchase

Offer good March 1 to April 30. Click image for printable form and complete details!

ARIES $100 Back on TrailChaser Jeep Bumper with Fender Flare Kit Purchase

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Total Truck Centers affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Total Truck Centers Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

ARIES (2186002): TrailCrusher Front Bumper with Trail Guard for 2018 Jeep JL

With a stinger-style angular steel brush guard that adds an aggressive look and helps protect your winch out in the wild (winch not included), the 2186000 TrailCrusher front bumper from ARIES offers all the functionality and style you crave.

The integrated winch platform features standard mounting locations to fit most winch types and welded shackle mounts that accept any shackle with a 7/8” diameter pin, with a winch-and-shackle rating of 12.5K pounds. The 2186002 is a custom-fit application for your 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL. It goes on with no drilling and comes with a durable carbide powdercoat to protect from hazards seen and unseen.

Includes bumper, brush guard, and mounting hardware.

Features

  • 12,500 lb. winch-and-shackle rating for ultimate off-road functionality.
  • Standard winch mounting platform accepts most types of winches.
  • Welded shackle mounts and 1/4” sleeves provide reliable anchoring points.
  • Shackle mounts accept pins up to 7/8” in diameter (#2166071 recommended).
  • No-drill install uses factory mounting points with no pump relocation required.
  • One-piece construction with 3/16” steel plates for maximum strength.
  • Narrow width and high ground clearance for an improved off-road style.
  • Durable carbide black powdercoat with rust-resistant E-coat finish.
  • Angular brush guard helps protect the winch and adds an aggressive look.
  • Center round cutouts accept OE bumper lights.
  • Includes mounting hardware and 3/8” installation brackets.
  • Warranty: limited lifetime (3-year finish, 1-year parts).

ARIES TrailCrusher Front Bumper with Trail Guard for Jeep JL

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Total Truck Centers affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Total Truck Centers Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

ARIES (2186000): TrailCrusher Front Bumper with Brush Guard for ’17-’18 Jeep Wrangler JK

With a stinger-style angular steel brush guard that adds an aggressive look and helps protect your winch out in the wild (winch not included), the 2186000 TrailCrusher front bumper from ARIES offers all the functionality and style you crave.

 

The integrated winch platform features standard mounting locations to fit most winch types and welded shackle mounts that accept any shackle with a 7/8” diameter pin, with a winch-and-shackle rating of 12.5K pounds. The 2186000 is a custom-fit application for your 2017–2018 Jeep Wrangler JK. It goes on with no drilling and comes with a durable carbide powdercoat to protect from hazards seen and unseen.

Includes bumper, brush guard, and mounting hardware.

Features

  • 12,500 lb. winch-and-shackle rating for ultimate off-road functionality.
  • Standard winch mounting platform accepts most types of winches.
  • Welded shackle mounts and 1/4” sleeves provide reliable anchoring points.
  • Shackle mounts accept pins up to 7/8” in diameter (#2166071 recommended).
  • No-drill install uses factory mounting points with no pump relocation required.
  • One-piece construction with 3/16” steel plates for maximum strength.
  • Narrow width and high ground clearance for an improved off-road style.
  • Durable carbide black powdercoat with rust-resistant E-coat finish.
  • Angular brush guard helps protect the winch and adds an aggressive look.
  • Center round cutouts accept OE bumper lights.
  • Includes mounting hardware and 3/8” installation brackets.
  • Warranty: limited lifetime (3-year finish, 1-year parts).

ARIES TrailCrusher Front Bumper with Brush Guards for Jeep Wrangler 2186000

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Total Truck Centers affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Total Truck Centers Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

ARIES: Get up to a $100 Prepaid Card on Select TrailChaser Jeep Bumpers

Via mail-in form. Offer valid March 1 to April 30. Click image for printable form and complete details!

 

ARIES TrailChaser Bumper Rebate

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Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

ARIES: Get Up to a $100 Prepaid Card on Select TrailChaser Jeep Bumpers

Via mail-in form. Offer valid November 1 to December 31, 2017. Click image for printable form and complete details!

 

ARIES TrailChaser Bumper Rebate

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Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

In the Garage™ with Total Truck Centers™: ARIES TrailChaser Front and Rear Jeep Bumpers

Come inside the Total Truck Centers™ garage as we take you through the installation of some of today’s hottest truck accessories In this episode, we install the TrailChaser Jeep Front and Rear Bumper from ARIES on a 2016 Jeep Wrangler.

Parts used in this video:

TrailChaser Jeep Front Bumper, Option 3 (2082056)

Trailchaser Jeep Rear Bumper (2082038)

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Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

ARIES: TrailChaser Bumpers for Jeep Wrangler JK

No other bumper allows you to customize the look of your JK quite like the ARIES TrailChaser. Its modular design allows for a variety of different configurations to perfectly match the style of your Jeep Wrangler. With so many different options to choose from—including three side options, three LED-compatible brush guard options, and two material options—the TrailChaser boasts 20 different possible configurations for the front end (two rear assemblages available).

Each ARIES TrailChaser bumper features a number of cutouts and mounting points for OE or aftermarket lighting in addition to a universal winch housing (22.5” x 7.75”) built into the center section. Other features include predrilled holes for attaching tow hooks and D-rings and a no-drill, custom-fit installation process that uses existing factory holes. All required installation hardware is included.

TrailChaser bumpers are available for the front and rear and come in high-strength carbon steel or lightweight, hardened T6 aluminum alloy. Both enjoy a textured black powdercoat.

Features

  • 20 different configurations for the front and 2 for the rear.
  • Optional corner end caps available with flush-mount LEDs.
  • Textured black powdercoat hides minor scratches and grime.
  • Uses existing factory mounting points for easy installation.
  • Warranty: 5 years on aluminum and 3 years on steel.

ARIES TrailChaser Bumper for Jeep

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Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.