Ok, I am about 2 weeks away from purchasing one of these so I could use some advise. I am looking at the Benchmark Elite Front bumper w/hoop or he LoD Stubby. I really like both, other then the fact that in pictures it looks like the LoD sticks out 6ft and the benchmark is nice and short. I know I will probably experience along wait with the LoD and am not sure how long with the benchmark.
Seriously a tough decision but this will determine which rear bumper I go with also.
Any input will help, thanks next will be lift and 35's or 37's

 

both are great bumpers and if i'm partial to the LoD, it's only because have personally experience running it, put it to the test and it's been able to take a beating.

 

did the LoD feel like it stuck out to far? to you

 

no, not for me. and, if this is really a concern of yours, have you considered their mid-width bumper? by moving the fog lights to the outside, the bumper sits close to the end of the frame rails.

 

yeah I know I like that too, the wife was taking about trading in the truck for another jeep, we might need two jeeps like you guys, lol

 

I just installed the Benchmark Elite with hoop on my 2011 and I love it. The winch is mounted on top, which I personally like as it is easier to maintain and cover, and the bumper is solid and installs with little problem. The hardest issue in install was the elecronic disconnect on my JK was in the way of two bolts, but with an extension and u-joint I was able to access them for torquing.

 

Thanks man I really can't decide on one of the three of them so I will turn to the boss, my three year old son

 

i have a benchmark elite and i like it a lot. simple, tough, and good finish. i hung it up on a rock last month and barly scratched any powder coat up. both front wheels were off thr ground and the bumper didnt even flinch. still sloid and exactly like it use to be.

it also comes with 2 integrated hi lift spots.

john at benchmark also has pakages if you do front and rear at the same time

im pretty sure he has the front made and sitting on the shelf. if not it might take a while. he usually gets back to IM/ emails pretty quick.

 

Yeah think I will send them pm's to see availability on both front and rears for both brands

 

I went with lod and am glad i did.