Bumper Question

JKU EXTREME

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #1

I know there are ALOT of bumper threads...but, I can't find one that contains this question.
Are there any front bumpers that can be installed without cutting or grinding, I'm fin with drilling but not with cutting or grinding (at least not yet). I want to have a functional mid-width or stubby bumper that can be thrashed on occasion and look good all the time. I would preferably like an American made bumper, but anything but smittybilt.
Thanks for taking the time to read and hopefully comment.
-John

 

wayoflife

Administrator

Staff member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #2

There are a lot of bumpers that can be installed without any cutting or even drilling but, if you have a 2012 or newer JK, you may need to address your vacuum reservoir. Of course, I know that OverlanderJK did that simply by flipping it and so far, it's worked great. Some bumpers I would recommend are LoD if you wish to install a winch down in between your frame rails or, there's Hanson which will have your winch sitting on top of the bumper but, slightly recessed between the frame rails - this actually is just a plug and play bumper regardless of what year JK you have.

 

JKU EXTREME

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #3

Would happen to know if the poison spyder bumpers, not the BFH, would need cutting or grinding?

 

jnabird333

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• Oct 23, 2013

• #4

There are plenty of bumpers that use the stock mounting locations. I just recently purchased and installed a PSC Brawler Lite and there was no cutting involved. (Although there would be if I went with the lower air-damn skid).

When your shopping for bumpers look for the installation instructions. Many online retailers include a link. I always do this because it gives me a good idea of what I'm in for. If you don't find them there do a YouTube search...I almost pulled the trigger on a Ace Engineering front bumper but decided not to due to the installation instructions. (Video in this case). While I am okay with a little trimming, their's requires a lot and renders the crush zone of the stock frame rail useless.

Happy Shopping!

 

JKU EXTREME

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #5

Thanks guys

 

catahoula

Caught the Bug

• Oct 23, 2013

• #6

I installed a Warn Rock Crawler w/o bar. Love it and totally bolt on. Another reason I could use factory fog lights. There are others out there as well.

 

JKU EXTREME

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #7

catahoula said:

I installed a Warn Rock Crawler w/o bar. Love it and totally bolt on. Another reason I could use factory fog lights. There are others out there as well.

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I was also thinking about that bumper, but with the bar

 

catahoula

Caught the Bug

• Oct 23, 2013

• #8

JKU EXTREME said:

I was also thinking about that bumper, but with the bar[/QUOTE

Looks nice as well.

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Ldogg

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #9

The Brawler lite didn't require any additional cutting/drilling on my 08. Worst part was the stupid airdam removal. You need 6-8" socket extensions and deep sockets to install.

 

JKU EXTREME

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #10

Ldogg said:

The Brawler lite didn't require any additional cutting/drilling on my 08. Worst part was the stupid airdam removal. You need 6-8" socket extensions and deep sockets to install.

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Looks pretty sweet man, that is one of my favorite bumpers

 

Ldogg

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #11

Thanks. I love the look and the quality is top notch.

 

Panda

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #12

I have the PSC mid width brawler it's very easy to install with a deep socket & the correct extension, painting it is the hardest part, had find new fasteners for the fog lights just needed a lil bigger screw, it sure looks nice tho!

 

JKU EXTREME

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #13

Panda said:

I have the PSC mid width brawler it's very easy to install with a deep socket & the correct extension, painting it is the hardest part, had find new fasteners for the fog lights just needed a lil bigger screw, View attachment 53902 it sure looks nice tho! View attachment 53903

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Indeed it does, I was wondering how the mid width looked, and now I know; thank you

 

JK-JOHN-E

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #14

I would check out the LOD stubby signature. It has the foglight option, and the winch sits between the frame and bumper. That's the one I'm gonna go with after the first of the year when I get my Christmas bonus.:rock:

 

mtnbiker995

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #15

Most JCR front bumpers don't involve cutting or drilling anything depending on what options and version bumper you get.

 

1yellowjk

New member

• Oct 23, 2013

• #16

I'll throw in my bumper..Best Top Highrock...

Factory fog lights cutouts, built in winch plate and well made.....even has provisions for a hoop/or stinger if your good with a welder.

 

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KennyFrench

New member

• Oct 24, 2013

• #17

My next door neighbor - reddkapp - installed Rugged Ridge modular bumper and said it was a straight bolt on. She did say the Rugged Ridge rear bumper was a little jacked. It has slotted holes for mounting, but the nuts are welded on.

 

cozdude

Guy with a Red 2-Door

• Oct 24, 2013

• #18

i will throw in my :twocents: . i have the Ruggid ridge modular bumper (stubby) . it is a straight forward install with no cutting. uses the factory fogs and the winch sits between the frame rails. is it the best bumper out there? no. is it a solid bumper that gets the job done? yep!

 

Last edited: Oct 24, 2013

ridg3runner

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• Oct 24, 2013

• #19

I have a shittybuilt rear and a warn front. The tire carrier looks pretty weak so that part of it is getting "deleted" asap.:thumbup:

We are Jeep..Resistance is futile..