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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 07:42 AM
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I'm in the market for a rear bumper. Don't know why they are so damn expensive. Looking for something without a tire carrier and that still allows the factory hitch to be used. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thinking of putting the rugged ridge stubby on the front, local vendor is giving a good price. Something that looks relatively good but is functional.

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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 08:07 AM
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Ive been thinking about removing the rear bumper and getting the EVO frame caps/shackles. I think they look pretty mean. and best of all, only $150

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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 08:16 AM
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Problem that you run into if that you severely limit yourself to what you can run if you're retaining the factory hitch. Body Armor is the one I sell the most of for those that want to run the stock hitch and it's not too bad as far as price goes.
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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 09:15 AM
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I just purchased the JCR rear stubby and love it. It mounts to factory points without any trimming of the frame or cross member. It's really cheap and it allows use of the factory hitch.
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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by JeepAddOns-Chris
Problem that you run into if that you severely limit yourself to what you can run if you're retaining the factory hitch. Body Armor is the one I sell the most of for those that want to run the stock hitch and it's not too bad as far as price goes.
I would like to keep the price down as much as I can. I am not opposed to to getting a bumper without a carries that has a hitch. I still want to be able to mount my bikes on the back. I just am not equipped to cut the frame or make super modifications.
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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Joe_B
I just purchased the JCR rear stubby and love it. It mounts to factory points without any trimming of the frame or cross member. It's really cheap and it allows use of the factory hitch.
Thanks. Looks good. Just looking for something basic exactly like that. School teacher here so money is tighter than tight!!!!
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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 05:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Giantfootballs
Thanks. Looks good. Just looking for something basic exactly like that. School teacher here so money is tighter than tight!!!!
Check out the LoD full width bumper.

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Old Mar 12, 2013 | 05:55 PM
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I have the Rugged Ridge rear bumper. I picked up the bumper first then did the tire carrier. But the bumper alone is really nice.






I know you said no tire carrier but just so you can see should you look into it later.
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Old Mar 15, 2013 | 07:01 PM
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Rampage Recovery rear bumper. Excellent choice. There is a hitch from that can be purchased from them to fit frame/bumper combo.
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Old Mar 15, 2013 | 08:05 PM
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eBay e-autogrilles rear bumper. $349 shipped to my door. Solid construction. Nice finish. Comes with D-rings. Also has class III 2" trailer hitch ready to rock. I was very skeptical about this purchase, but have zero regrets. Bolted right up with no issues (install start to finish in about an hour or so). This bumper was perfect for what I was looking for...



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