I am looking at upgrading the front and rear bumpers on my 08 2dr JK. Just trying to get opinions and ya'lls experience and input on the ones I am looking at. I didn't originally want to fork out the extra money for the tire carrier but I guess its not good to mount a 35" spare setup on the stock mount system. I do not plan on rock crawling, more of an expedition use and exterior looks change. Thank you for your time.

I am leaning towards the Smittybilt options but I have not read too many good reviews in regards to coating and ease of install.


Front Bumper:
Smittybilt XRC (Don't like that there isn't fog light cut outs) $599
Smittybilt XRC Front Bumper with Built-In Winch Plate, Textured Black SB-76806
Rear Bumper:
Smittybilt XRC w/ Tire Carrier (Read nightmare install reviews when it's supposed to be "bolt on") $899
Smittybilt XRC Rear Bumper With 2" Receiver Hitch & Swing Away Tire Carrier SB-76856

 

Check out LoD's website. I've got the full width bumpers.

 

I was originally looking into the LOD bumpers

 

LOD's are a little more than I want to spend.

 

They are well made and pretty reasonable.

 

Lots of solid bumper choices out there, Lod,shrockworks,rugged ridge, aev, hanson, jcr, evo, ace, etc etc... Have fun looking and make a list of whats most important for it to have for your use. That will narrow down your choices and lead you in the right direction.

 

Yea thats why I listed the Smitty and Rampage, both price range right and have the needs I want, just looking for jeepers personal experience with them.

 

Bestop High Rock w/ single action swing arm
Less than $800
The spindle is about 12" welded and buttressed; needle bearings top and bottom; grease able with zirc; 35mm axel nut with cotter pin holding the arm in place.
Provisions for Hi-Lift,Shovel & CB or flag mast.

 

The knock off Smitty XRC works great, can't vouch for the carrier combo (running TF) but the bumper cost and durability has been awesome for me.

 

I will have to look into these price seems right too.