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Originally Posted by nalbertasr5
But seriously, wow thanks for the quick replay and pics. This is what mine looks like. so the bumper basically bolts all the way into the frame so the body isnt a huge issue? Think it can still work? I could just cut off the ugly rusty spot
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Yeesh, so glad they don't salt the roads here in the PNW (sorry to be negative Nelly on that).
I would definitely want to cut that off and repair it best I could. That whole area is open to the inside of the cab, so you could cut it above the pressure vent and patch it to keep the cab sealed up. Most of the after market bumpers would cover up to the bend in the sheet metal above that vent. So, as long as it was a plate bumper instead of a tube bumper, that area would be covered.
To answer your question: yes, not a huge issue for after market bumpers as nearly all (note the caveat, so confirm with the outfit you purchase it from) bolt to the frame where the tow hitch would bolt up. This is opposed to the stock bumper, which is entirely attached to the body.
Additionally, be sure to consider getting Sonoran Steel solid rear body mounts as well when going aftermarket on the bumper (I'm not a paid representative, I swear). Maybe you know, but when flexing off-road your new bumper will most likely contact that area due to the frame and body moving independently with the non-solid OEM rear body mounts (they're squishy).