bryancostanich
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Ok all, there doesn't seem to be one, so here's a shot at the enumerating the front bumper options for a 5th gen. Unless otherwise specified, all these bumpers are bolt-ons.
Shrockworks
Starting at $1,397, the Shrockworks bumper is a full frontal jobbie that has several options for hoops and lights. It also comes with custom trim pieces for below the headlights on the 13'+ models, so you don't have to cut up your old bumper to fill in the empty spaces.
Weight: 137lbs
BudBuilt
Starting at $1,300 the BudBuilt bumper is similar to the Shrockworks, but only has an option for a single hoop - headlight guards are, unfortunately, not available. However, the BudBuilt bumper's design eliminates the need for filler pieces below the headlights and has a more aggressive hoop angle. Also, I'm not sure how you would access the winch gear neutral/engage switch found on most warns. Waiting to hear back from BudBuilt on that one.
Also, the BudBuilt is designed for 2010-2013 models only.
Weight: 101lbs
Note that BudBuilt also makes a hidden winch mount that runs $375.
Demello
Starting at $1,099, the Demello bumper is another full-size, aggressive show-piece winch bumper. With options for a single, or all three hoops, the Demello has good frontal access to the winch, though top access is poor.
Weight: 115lbs
4x4 Labs
Price somewhere around $1,500. Not much info on this. See [MENTION=89562]bimrunner[/MENTION]'s build thread here.
For more information, ping [email protected] or [email protected]
Weight: 102lbs
Pathfinder Outdoors Rockteck Bumper
Starting at $1,545, the Pathfinder bumper is the tubular addition to the offering here. Made with 2" steel tube, the Pathfinder bumper also supports a winch and optional lights.
Southern Style Speed (SSS)
Starting at $825, the SSS is a streamlined partial front bumper replacement with a sleek design.
With probably the nicest integrated LED design, this bumper is a functional yet aesthetic-oriented winch bumper for those that aren't looking for a full-frontal bumper. Additionally, the SSS bumper has been specifically designed for 2014-2015 T4Rs, so it's not available for earlier models yet. Word is, they're working on a version to fit 2010-2013 models.
ARB
At $1,238, the ARB is a time-tested brand and design. It may not be as sleek as the other designs, but it's air-bag compatible, has easy winch access, and a number of accessory options.
The ARB bumper is designed for 2010-2013 T4Rs, but can be mounted on later models by hacking up the stock front bumper to fill in below the headlamps. See this thread for more information.
Some additional notes from [MENTION=66300]Intruder[/MENTION]:
- The winch is mounted foot forward, which is the most stable way to mount a winch. Downside to this is you will need to clock the winch, which isn't always easy.
- You can completely remove and reinstall the winch without removing the whole bumper. Only need to remove the front lower plate.
- If you have a 2010-13 with daytime running lights (the turn signals) the housings can melt from the heat so you will have to replace the bulbs with LEDs.
- ARB warranty service kicks ass. When I melted the signal housings they sent me two replacements under warranty, which showed up within a week.
- The powdercoat on the bumper is pretty bomb proof compared to other powder coating I've seen.
CBI
Anyone have info on how much this costs, or if it's even available for 5th gen?
Hefty Fabworks
Available in both steel and aluminum, Hefty is another nice full bumper, though it doesn't replace the entire plastic face, so you'll have to do some plastic cutting on the grill and below the lights:
Lot's of good options around lights and hoops, too. Steel base model is $1,495, and the aluminum is $1,795.
Steel Weight: 145lbs
Steel Weight: 59lbs (holy shit!)
Pelfrey Bilt
Another great looking bumper available in both steel and aluminum, the Pelfrey is a full grilll bumper, fitting nicely up to the lights:
Aluminum: $1,695.75, 62lbs
Steel: $1,440.75, ~120lb
It also comes in white, which is a great option.
ProLine
Another great option that goes all the way to the bottom of the lights, the ProLine runs $1,375 and has a great streamlined look:
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Addicted Off Road
Good looking bumper at a great price ($999). It's worth noting that the Addicted doesn't go all the way to the bottom of the headlights, so you'll have to do some plastic cutting:
Undercover Hidden Winch Mount Systems
While not really a front bumper, the Undercover Winch Mount provides a way to add a winch to the front of your rig without the added expense and weight of a new bumper. With models to fit all 5th gen T4Rs, this jobbie will only set you back $450.
Weight: 50lbs
A Note About the Windshield Washer Bottle
With most of these bumpers, because of their aggressive approach angle, they expose the delicate windshield washer fluid bottle. To fix this, you may consider relocating it. Expedition One makes a nice one that works for both FJs and T4Rs that also increases the capacity to two gallons for $180 (2013+ require an air pump relocation pump that's also available for $30 from them).
Others
Let me know if there are any others.
Shrockworks
Starting at $1,397, the Shrockworks bumper is a full frontal jobbie that has several options for hoops and lights. It also comes with custom trim pieces for below the headlights on the 13'+ models, so you don't have to cut up your old bumper to fill in the empty spaces.
Weight: 137lbs
BudBuilt
Starting at $1,300 the BudBuilt bumper is similar to the Shrockworks, but only has an option for a single hoop - headlight guards are, unfortunately, not available. However, the BudBuilt bumper's design eliminates the need for filler pieces below the headlights and has a more aggressive hoop angle. Also, I'm not sure how you would access the winch gear neutral/engage switch found on most warns. Waiting to hear back from BudBuilt on that one.
Also, the BudBuilt is designed for 2010-2013 models only.
Weight: 101lbs
Note that BudBuilt also makes a hidden winch mount that runs $375.
Demello
Starting at $1,099, the Demello bumper is another full-size, aggressive show-piece winch bumper. With options for a single, or all three hoops, the Demello has good frontal access to the winch, though top access is poor.
Weight: 115lbs
4x4 Labs
Price somewhere around $1,500. Not much info on this. See [MENTION=89562]bimrunner[/MENTION]'s build thread here.
For more information, ping [email protected] or [email protected]
Weight: 102lbs
Pathfinder Outdoors Rockteck Bumper
Starting at $1,545, the Pathfinder bumper is the tubular addition to the offering here. Made with 2" steel tube, the Pathfinder bumper also supports a winch and optional lights.
Southern Style Speed (SSS)
Starting at $825, the SSS is a streamlined partial front bumper replacement with a sleek design.
With probably the nicest integrated LED design, this bumper is a functional yet aesthetic-oriented winch bumper for those that aren't looking for a full-frontal bumper. Additionally, the SSS bumper has been specifically designed for 2014-2015 T4Rs, so it's not available for earlier models yet. Word is, they're working on a version to fit 2010-2013 models.
ARB
At $1,238, the ARB is a time-tested brand and design. It may not be as sleek as the other designs, but it's air-bag compatible, has easy winch access, and a number of accessory options.
The ARB bumper is designed for 2010-2013 T4Rs, but can be mounted on later models by hacking up the stock front bumper to fill in below the headlamps. See this thread for more information.
Some additional notes from [MENTION=66300]Intruder[/MENTION]:
- The winch is mounted foot forward, which is the most stable way to mount a winch. Downside to this is you will need to clock the winch, which isn't always easy.
- You can completely remove and reinstall the winch without removing the whole bumper. Only need to remove the front lower plate.
- If you have a 2010-13 with daytime running lights (the turn signals) the housings can melt from the heat so you will have to replace the bulbs with LEDs.
- ARB warranty service kicks ass. When I melted the signal housings they sent me two replacements under warranty, which showed up within a week.
- The powdercoat on the bumper is pretty bomb proof compared to other powder coating I've seen.
CBI
Anyone have info on how much this costs, or if it's even available for 5th gen?
Hefty Fabworks
Available in both steel and aluminum, Hefty is another nice full bumper, though it doesn't replace the entire plastic face, so you'll have to do some plastic cutting on the grill and below the lights:
Lot's of good options around lights and hoops, too. Steel base model is $1,495, and the aluminum is $1,795.
Steel Weight: 145lbs
Steel Weight: 59lbs (holy shit!)
Pelfrey Bilt
Another great looking bumper available in both steel and aluminum, the Pelfrey is a full grilll bumper, fitting nicely up to the lights:
Aluminum: $1,695.75, 62lbs
Steel: $1,440.75, ~120lb
It also comes in white, which is a great option.
ProLine
Another great option that goes all the way to the bottom of the lights, the ProLine runs $1,375 and has a great streamlined look:
Addicted Off Road
Good looking bumper at a great price ($999). It's worth noting that the Addicted doesn't go all the way to the bottom of the headlights, so you'll have to do some plastic cutting:
Undercover Hidden Winch Mount Systems
While not really a front bumper, the Undercover Winch Mount provides a way to add a winch to the front of your rig without the added expense and weight of a new bumper. With models to fit all 5th gen T4Rs, this jobbie will only set you back $450.
Weight: 50lbs
A Note About the Windshield Washer Bottle
With most of these bumpers, because of their aggressive approach angle, they expose the delicate windshield washer fluid bottle. To fix this, you may consider relocating it. Expedition One makes a nice one that works for both FJs and T4Rs that also increases the capacity to two gallons for $180 (2013+ require an air pump relocation pump that's also available for $30 from them).
Others
Let me know if there are any others.
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