Installing a 14+ Step Rear Bumper On My 07 Sierra

In this video ill be installing a 2014-2018 rear step bumper on my 2007 GMC Sierra (this is the same as 2007-2013 model years). I sourced a used bumper locally and the install process was fairly simple.
Here is the trailer plug that I purchased: www.amazon.com/Hopkins-40974-...

[@conspiracyfifteensixteenth5756]

I did the same with my 2008 GMC Sierra. Took all the badges and door moldings and added 22 Inch GMC original wheel with A/T tires. Looks like a new truck..looks good with that upgraded rear step bumper.

[@tee7200]

I’m going to do mine soon and I’ll be watching this video while doing it 😂🙏 thank you for the great informational videos

[@Dylan_Draper]

No problem! Hopefully it goes smoothly for you! I’d recommend test fitting before you do any cutting/trimming. It seems like it’s 50/50 on whether you have to or not.

[@tee7200]

Yeah thanks , I’m getting the one with the brackets I have the same truck you have ,

[@tee7200]

Yeah I’ll do that test for first before making any mods

[@tee7200]

So you used your same wire harness from the original bumper one the new one and just bought the light that fit the 2014 bumper?

[@Dylan_Draper]

@tee7200 yes.

[@dillonnix5185]

Great video thanks for giving me the idea!

[@haygood9]

Nice job … looks good

[@Dylan_Draper]

Thanks!

[@turnerway14]

Bro i started laughing my ass off when i saw “Install Attempt #1” … i almost frickin lost it when you said you had to smack the bed with the ole dead blow!! Man i wish i woulda KZbind this first! I kept hearing it was a direct bolt-on… it is definitely not! Got a China special sitting in my garage right now.. can’t even get the brackets on! Oh well it was time for a beer break anyway 🤣🤣🤣

[@Dylan_Draper]

I continue to see people posting that it fits directly on which leaves me so confused! I believe my bumper may be an aftermarket one as well so maybe that is the difference haha.

[@FranciscoHernandez-zi8di]

Thanks!

[@Blesstheblockalejandro]

Nice man hope my process of swapping a 2020 rear bumper into an 08 is as easy as yours.

[@Dylan_Draper]

The newer bumpers are definitely cool too, let me know how that install goes!

[@jon62ify]

I’m wondering if cutting away at the bracket near the step takes away any structural rigidity from the step?

[@280zxNate]

What about with the sensors, would they have the same connector ?

[@JuanLopez-uc9ri]

Do you guys think they fits on 2007 avalanche

[@adrianrosales4001]

👍

[@jonathonwilson5998]

Why can’t a 2500/3500 bumper be put on a 07-13 1500, will the bumper bracket not work if you get new ones

[@pawa2511]

Looking to install this on my 08 Silverado. Did you have to swap the license plate lights harness?

[@Dylan_Draper]

Yes, you’ll need to swap your existing harness over to the new bumper.

[@NaniDelValle]

Do the bumper brackets fit on the inside or the outside of the truck bumper mounts

[@Dylan_Draper]

The bumper brackets bolt on on the inside of the frame rails.

[@kingzzyt-2310]

wondering how other people say that it’s direct bolt on and no trimming while you had to cut some out?

[@Dylan_Draper]

I’m not really sure, because I’ve seen numerous people say they didn’t require any modification. Maybe OE bumpers vs aftermarket?

[@algau5025]

Hi i have a 2008, 2500 HD IN SUPER CONDITION , i know that in your description of the video it say's up to 2018 but i can get my hand on a 2019 do you think that will fit to ??? Super video

[@Dylan_Draper]

For 2500s, you should be good using a ‘19 bumper as I don’t believe they changed over until 2020.

[@cesarquintana9366]

Did you have to do any modifications to the bumper brackets or did they mount right up?

[@KalebLabbe]

did you not watch the video?

[@subelejamz2038]

The brackets from the 08-13 bumper won’t feet the 14-18 or are the same

[@Dylan_Draper]

You need to utilize the brackets from the 14+ bumper.

[@adriangarcia2599]

Did you buy an aftermarket harness for the license plate lights if yes where did you get it?

[@Dylan_Draper]

Nope, I simply reused the harness from my original bumper.

[@nsoutlawball1941]

Do I need to buy an OEM bumper to get the same strength steel? There's a huge difference in price between OEM parts and something off of carparts

[@Dylan_Draper]

Likely yes, the metal thickness will be thinner on an aftermarket bumper.

[@johnnyr522]

Is that a Silverado or Sierra bumper I’m trying to do the same swap

[@Dylan_Draper]

From my understanding, Sierra’s and Silverado’s have the same bumper. The bumper I installed I bought used and honestly don’t remember what it came off of.

[@gbiakeddy6470]

May i get part number for tow hitch harness?

[@Dylan_Draper]

I reused my factory bumper harness and the part # + ordering information for the trailer plug I used can be found in the description of the video!

[@subelejamz2038]

Can you install the 08-13 lights harness to the 14-18 right they the same

[@Dylan_Draper]

I installed the harness from my truck (07) onto the 14+ bumper.

[@subelejamz2038]

@@Dylan_Draper thanks brotha

[@Dylan_Draper]

No problem!

[@subelejamz2038]

I have a problem I instal it but it leaves a gab on both side of the bumper is that normal

[@Dylan_Draper]

Mine has slight gaps on either side, but nothing that looks out of place.

[@albert8090]

Are you using 2500 or 1500 brackets

[@Dylan_Draper]

1500 brackets

[@halimniazy6566]

Dos it go with 2500 sierra

[@Dylan_Draper]

Yes, a 14+ 2500/3500 bumper can be installed on an 07-13 2500/3500.

[@joelregalado8873]

Can you install a 1500 step bumper oh a 2500 truck ?​@@Dylan_Draper

[@nnbsjesse2447]

What grinder is that ?

[@Dylan_Draper]

It’s a Dewalt 20v cordless grinder.

[@nnbsjesse2447]

@@Dylan_Draper alright thanks man and also was it hard to take off the original bumper and what bolts did u have to take off ? Never done this before and this will be my first time taking it off myself

[@Dylan_Draper]

@@nnbsjesse2447 removing the factory bumper was pretty straight forward. If I remember correctly there are only like 6-8 bolts securing it to the frame.