millerjw
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So far I'm very satisfied. Still need to get off the road and try out the new approach angle.
CBI Front Bumper
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1traildriver
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Thanks for posting more info and pics. I really like that bumper!
azn-sensation
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Did the ac condenser lines have to be relocated? Also looks like the washer reservoir was left untouched and boxed.
TIA!
TIA!
millerjw
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No lines were relocated and yes the washer reservoir is still there. They installed a plate in front of it. I plan on relocating the reservoir later and removing the plate.
Went up to CBI about a week ago to have front and rear bumpers put on, winch installed, and rear rigid lights mounted. I'm very pleased with how things turned out and would recommend them to anyone. They are a great company to work with.
On the chopping block...
On the way home! First picture with new bumpers.
On the chopping block...
On the way home! First picture with new bumpers.
JerseyMike
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Called CBI and I'll be adding a front bumper in March. I'm pumped to see how it comes out, as I've been really pleased with the CBI rear end over the last two years. I like how flush this bumper appears, especially when compared with the ARB. (AR-Boat?)
I should also add that working with CBI -- now for the second time -- has been an absolutely stellar experience. I can't say enough about how great these guys are to work with.
I should also add that working with CBI -- now for the second time -- has been an absolutely stellar experience. I can't say enough about how great these guys are to work with.
ECUDrummer
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I think [MENTION=76550]cbielat[/MENTION] would be your dude to go to for this.
cbielat
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Although you can get to it from the front, the placement of the lever is kind of tight. Mine is on the right side and it makes for some tricky hand angles to pull it up and turn. Figured I'd just cut and file part of the metal grille brace so I could access it from the top as well. Then I cut the plastic cover and just used some 3M velcro to hold it for now. It works. It's fairly hidden from the elements. I'll probably look for a cover to throw on it for the winter.
You can check my build thread.
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Thanks!
In regards to weather, how has the bumper's finish held up in rain, snow, salt on the roads, ect?
Any idea on the weight as well?
cbielat
Senior Member
I've had their rear bumper on for close to 3 years now and it's been fine. I've banged mine up a bit and I just paint over the scrapes so they don't rust. It's been fine. I'd hope it's the same with the front.
Mine is steel and I'd say it's just over 100 lbs. I was surprised it felt as light as it did for what it is. It felt like it weighed as much as my winch lol. Not bad.
alirawk
Member
I've had the rear bumper for a few months and other than a few traces of rust where they simply couldn't powder coat, e.g. the inside of the light mount, threads of the jerry gan holder, the bumper is great.
I live near the beach though. Maybe the salty air has something to do with it, or so I was told by the guys at CBI -- who are super nice and happy to discuss inquiries.
I will say though, if you put the spare tire on the swing, it reduces the rear view to nearly nothing. And there's a torquing sounds that seems impossible to reduce. And obviously the swing has to be opened to access trunk, which has been a hassle a couple times when I've parked on the street and somebody parks close.
Definitely have the rear camera moved. I placed mine just about the tow hitch.
All in all, I love the bumper.
Just over a 100lbs sounds good to me.
I had originally thought about getting an aluminum bumper to keep weight down and to mitigate rust issues in the winter, but the high prices and lack of bull bars and brush guards have dissuaded me from that route.
Honestly this feedback on the CBI bumper is making a strong case for me to get one. The only thing I'm not thrilled about is the lack of winch access from the top, but you can't have everything.
cbielat
Senior Member
You can get it however you like for the most part. I had them do a traditional front hoop instead of the flat plate on the sides with the dom tube in the middle.
The winch access doesn't bother me.
Scharfschütze
New member
THIS! OR has anyone with a 14+ made it work?
I now a lot of guys make the ARB work and I dont see how this would be much different. I'm going to call CBI Tuesday and see whats up. This looks as good as ARB and is lighter and more angle/clearance by the looks of it.
Scharfschütze
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Well, called CBI this morning and found great news. They have a 2016 runner at the shop now and they are finalizing their bumper for the 14+. I asked to get on the list!
