smitty bilt new bumpers any thoughts?
12-28-2012, 06:41 AM
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I agree that they aren't as built as poison spyder or or-fab, but it is nice to have a range of options and prices. My SRC stinger hasn't given up on me yet and I have nosed in a couple of times. When I have the money I will definatly upgrade but I picked mine up for $225 and anything is better than the factory plastic bumper. This gives me a little peace of mind until I feel like shoveling out $1k on a better one.
12-28-2012, 10:35 AM
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12-28-2012, 05:08 PM
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I have the xrc bumpers, and had no issues with installing them. All the holes matched up perfectly. I was quite surprised! Normally not a big fan of Chinese products, but the price was right for my budget at the time.
12-28-2012, 05:24 PM
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Go China!
I can't fault them for being industrious. I just don't want any of it. If it isn't clearly made in USA... I'll only buy it if no other option exists. Yes, I am willing to pay substantially more! Every frickin time.
12-30-2012, 09:41 AM
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I just installed mine. Wasn't really to fond of the alignment on the bumper (required more drilling than directions said) and the workmanship isn't 100% top notch, but it fits my budget and needs. Well see how long it lasts
12-30-2012, 09:49 AM
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If its like the rest of smittybilt stuff then its shittybilt I bought there winch had to fix the fairlead get different bolts as they wernt the right ones to bolt it down the hook didn't fit onto the cable very good had to work it to get it on if I could go back I'd save for a warn