So someone in their POS backed into my rear bumper. Although it's not bent or cracked, there's serious paint missing, and I don't know if their insurance is going to try and repaint it or just replace it. If they do replace it, I was thinking I would just take the money and go buy a respectable off-road worthy bumper. However, I can't find any for 5th gen. Anyone know who makes one and would they recommend it?
Someone hit me - rear bumper options?
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PracticalFJ
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Can't recommend a back bumper, but I would suggest you keep trailer hitch/ball in your receiver for the next culprit.
I've had mine in for a little over a year now, and not a scratch so far.
Sorry to hear your news...
I've had mine in for a little over a year now, and not a scratch so far.
Sorry to hear your news...
Bumper shield from Super Bumper
I have one of these on order. There are several different types, I am getting the "Bumper shield" version (located about half way down on the page.
Get this Hitch Step from SUPERBUMPER! Help Eliminate Rear End Collision Damage with Patented Compressor System that's Proven & Tested
I will let everyone know how it works out when i get it. When I had my 2001 Tundra I got rear ended atleast 3 time (slow speed impacts) and my hitch saved me all 3 times.
I have one of these on order. There are several different types, I am getting the "Bumper shield" version (located about half way down on the page.
Get this Hitch Step from SUPERBUMPER! Help Eliminate Rear End Collision Damage with Patented Compressor System that's Proven & Tested
I will let everyone know how it works out when i get it. When I had my 2001 Tundra I got rear ended atleast 3 time (slow speed impacts) and my hitch saved me all 3 times.
KO, not seeing your damage and only going by your description, I am pretty sure you will get paid for a repaint only. Even a replacement bumper usually comes primed only and has to be painted at the body shop to match. So, if no damage to the plastic (except paint) or other internal parts, (mounts, absorbers etc.) then a repaint is probably what you are going to get.
Now, word to wise, do not tell the adjuster from the other insurance company (or your own carrier for that matter) you do not intend to repair the damage. In fact, make sure they are paying for a complete removal and reinstall of the bumper, or at least the bumper cover, so it can be painted properly separate from the vehicle. If you tell them you do not intend to repair, you might get a lesser settlement etc. etc.
You might also run into this problem. The adjuster may not be able to see all the damage in the bumper assembly, so he/she may want the body shop to tear down first, then they will reinspect to make sure they catch all the damage. If that issue comes up, it will be up to you to either accept a settlement for all known damage now, or wait until the tear down. At that point however, after tear down, there is a cost involved which may be subtracted from you final settlement if you decide not to have the vehicle repaired at that time. Then of course you might have to have the bumper reinstalled in order to drive legally. Also, if you have a lien holder on the car......they have a financial interest in seeing the vehicle's damage repaired.
If you make a claim to your insurance company, they usually have a legal as well as a contractual obligation to name both you and the bank on a settlement check. Many times that obligation is fulfilled by naming you and the body shop which is supposed to assure the lien holder the repairs are being made. If the liable party or their insurance company is handling the claim, usually they are just worried about you and should only name you on the check. However, Texas has some different laws down there and you may want to look in to that issue further.
Good luck and stay safe.
wvanstone: wish i have seen this before i ( :bashbought my gorhino hitch step! this superbumper is not that much more $$ and is a more superior product as in protection and preventing frame,etc. damage! what size are you getting?
I am getting the Shield XL in black and the 2" receiver size. The shield XL is the flat plate one and measures 16" x 6". I think this item may block the backup system (sonar?) but I never really use it so no big deal for me.
Once I get it i will do some testing and take a few pictures and post the results.
I like the look of the bumpershield xl - the only thing i'd be worried about is whacking your shins on the edge when walking around the back. It looks sharp!
That's funny, i have hit my shins on my hitch several times. I was hoping this would be a better option.
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Ukie
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Got a SPAREBUMPER Model SP424 - Black last week. What a great solid product!
One caveat doing installation. Distance from the outside edge of my receiver hitch to the center of pin hole is 1 ¼’’which is less than 1 ½’’ required by spare bumper(1/4’’ short). I had to call Jeff @ Mohr Manufacturing to get an extra rubber spacer. Jeff provided it free of charge. Meantime, I’ve cut some temporarily rubber spacers from some rubber laying around to make a decent compression and avoid any bumper rattle.
One caveat doing installation. Distance from the outside edge of my receiver hitch to the center of pin hole is 1 ¼’’which is less than 1 ½’’ required by spare bumper(1/4’’ short). I had to call Jeff @ Mohr Manufacturing to get an extra rubber spacer. Jeff provided it free of charge. Meantime, I’ve cut some temporarily rubber spacers from some rubber laying around to make a decent compression and avoid any bumper rattle.
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fvalentin
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I have the bumper shield and have been hit twice so far. One was a hit and run in the parking lot which I witnessed while I was having dinner in the restaurant and the other was a low speed hit from a knuckle head who was looking at his watch while driving on the Belt Parkway. There was no damage at all to my runner just a couple of scrapes on the bumper shield but i plan on respraying it soon. Both of the offending vehicles had damage to they're vehicles though. Serves them right for not paying attention.
Ukie
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Unfortunately backup sensors do not work with the sparebumper SP424 model - it has an interference with 2 center sensors. I did not find any suitable solution yet, so had to turn backup sensors off just for time being.
On a long term, I would like to do one of the following:
- Disable/disconnect 2 center sensors.
- Relocate sensors to the sparebumper.
On a long term, I would like to do one of the following:
- Disable/disconnect 2 center sensors.
- Relocate sensors to the sparebumper.
Batang.Gapo
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This seems a good product!!!
AddictedUSAF
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Who is down to see if we can get a group buy discount?:thumb3:
AddictedUSAF
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He who speaks first of the group buy.
I'm in for one!:cowboy:
I just sent them an email about it.:thumb3:
