Guys, we made a Jeep bumper. What do you think?
01-02-2015, 09:36 AM
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I like the tubed bumper. The fairlead looks good. The recessed light bumper is too bulky for my tastes. And more importantly I think it is in conflict with the function of the bar it is recessed in. I wouldn't want to use my bumper to push down woody bushes, push a vehicle, etc.. For fear the light would be more easily prone to breaking. Just my opinion! I would run the tubed bumper though. Aluminum?
Here are a few more pictures showing more detail on the light guard design. The guard bar is actually tucked in a little more then the base of the bumper.
...and an aluminum version is in the works, but this one is steel.
01-02-2015, 09:43 AM
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After a good test run yesterday, we've decided to revise the next batch of bumpers and them a little shorter so we can improve the approach angle as much as possible.
01-02-2015, 09:58 AM
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I think I like the one with the tube part better, even though I like the idea of the light being recessed into the bumper. To me the bumper with the recessed light is too boxy or bulky or v looking, I can't quite figure it out. Also, have you thought about making one with a stinger that goes up higher?
We'll be making a few revisions, so hopefully it will grow into a design you'll like better
And yes, we've thought about making one with a stinger, but we're holding out to see if there's enough demand on from the market.
01-02-2015, 10:01 AM
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01-02-2015, 12:00 PM
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I like the bumper but agree a bit shorter might be better. Not a fan of the angled grill/light bar, the bar version is better.
You might also get a lot of interest in a no bar version.
You might also get a lot of interest in a no bar version.
01-02-2015, 12:34 PM
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Some specs can be found on this page: 2007-2015 Jeep Wrangler JK Winch Bumper
And by 'integrated parts', are you refereeing to the light bar?
01-02-2015, 06:24 PM
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Thanks for the feedback.
Some specs can be found on this page: 2007-2015 Jeep Wrangler JK Winch Bumper
And by 'integrated parts', are you refereeing to the light bar?
Your hawse fairlead is interesting. Would a "standard" fairlead fit in its place or is it all custom fit to the bumper?
