All have the space for future winches, and only 2 have tabs for D-rings, and the TbT bumper has that handy radiator-hoop just in case... but does anyone have 1st hand experience with any of these?
I'd choose any of the other three before I'd take the Rugged Ridge. Too big/massive appearing for the front of a Jeep for me, even though I realize it does a better job of protection.
For rock crawling which is popular in your home state of Arizona like it is here in SOCAL, I prefer a stubby that gives a better approach angle. I had Zach at AtoZ Fabrication make up this one... 44" long, stinger, built-in winch mount, shackle tabs, and light tabs. It turned out great, Zach does great work.
Ok - I've been doing some more lookin' and am liking the looks of the Hanson 52" bumper with the hoop... but I can't see spending $600 on a front bumper
I think I'm leaning twords the Fabtech now because of zero tire interference.
I've got the Fab-tech bumper and I like it. It's solid, and well built the only thing is that you need to purchase fog light extensions for about $25. Trail Gear has a similar bumper (like the Fab-Tech) and I think it's cheaper price wise but their quality is top-notch
I don't know why I typed ARB, I meant 'WARN', the winch people. Nice part about it you can add a winch tray later on if you want.
I got the warn for $200 at local 4x4 shop here in the poconos, the second one cost me $220 5 months later...
I just bought the Model SRC from Rugged Ridge. Nice all around, it has excellent protection, spots for extra stuff and is rugged. I'm adding a Milemarker winch this weekend so I'll let you know if it goes wrong. (I do not forsee any issues, I already installed the mounting plate without any problems.)
ABS has a similar unit but is much more expensive but can knock down a house. Pocket the extra cash and buy a winch...that's what I did .
hmm..... ... now thats on the list. Cheaper than most of the others of the same style. But I'f I can have something custom built and powdercoated for under $450, I think I'm gonna have one built.
I dont know what labor rates are in AZ ? our fab shop is 75 hr thats only 6 hrs to build it from scratch that would be tough to do unless they have a pattern/parts lying around? just a thought
Anyone ever hear anything about TrailGear? They have a complete setup for $800... but I'm taking notice of thier bumper thats a Fabtech look alike for only $300.
Yeah, I've seen them before. Look pretty good, but I still prefer the Fabtech one. However I've heard rumor that the Fabtech one isn't going to be made anymore. I guess I need to make up my mind and pull the trigger if I want to pick it up.
Gonna give my friends a call tomorrow when I order the lift and ask him about some bumpers.
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