Ohhh..that makes sense Jason. Thanks for the clarification. I just assumed they mounted on the bottom only, but I like the idea of having the dual mounting points.

 

Yep, Like Jason said, There are 2 additional small mounting brackets that attach to the top of the bumper. I have had mine installed for over a year and it I have never needed to tighten the bolts or seen it shake. If you want, I can take a picture of the brackets and where the brush guard attaches underneath (if I can find them under the 20 inches of snow outside). The only complaint I would have with the Hunter Guard was the instructions that came with it were sparse to say the least.

 

like Alex said, thanks for the info Jason, and the awsome pic! ^^^


that would be great.

i need to fab some for the top of mine (like Curtis, brand = ), 'cause if i need to use it, i sure as hell don't want it folding back on my truck. unlike the one that was on my first Blazer.............

 

so the tow hooks are still usable. great idea.

 

I got a used Manik a few weeks ago off craigslist in Lincoln, IL for $40!!! Had to repaint it, but good deal. Just put it on today. Looks great!

 

Mine is also a 4 point mount.
PROS: mounts to the outside of the frame so hooks stay in place
CONS: has a plate that goes inside the bumper so I have to drill out 2 holes in the bumper face.

all in all, i think it's a fair trade.

 

ORDERED IT!!! woot woot

 

I got mine! Had it for 2 years, no issues, love it.

 

Looks like I'll be going with Hunter if I ever get one. Great info in this thread...thanks all!

 

That ebay link is the cheapest I have found... so after talking to the fiancee this morning, and hearing that she saw a blazer with a brush guard and thought it looked good, I pulled the trigger so FAST