Attention: TDR Forum Junkies 
The first time I saw a Ruenel bumper was at my local gun club in the late 80's. It was mounted on the front of a 1st generation truck. I was impressed in how well and sturdy it was made as well as the quality in welding of same.
At that time I made up my mind that I would someday own one of these.
The first thing I was aware of when I purchased my new 04 CTD was the apparent weakness of the front bumper.
After reading Joe Donnelly's article in TDR's issue 50 on page 96, I made up my mind to have one of these made for my truck. I selected a "non winch bumper" for my 2WD truck as I seldom go off the highway except to campgrounds, but have had several near collisions with deer. It does not take much to incur a $2000 expense bill to repair the front end of your truck in hitting one of these creatures. These bumper's do not come cheap, but as the old saying goes, " good things do not come cheap".
On having my bumper installed after waiting some time, the wait was worth it. I am very happy with the appearance and the installation was top notch.
My truck only setteled about 1/4 " in the front, but the steering is unaffected and the need for new shocks is not apparent at this time.
I have had many good comments on this installation from various people, among who was my Dodge Dealer in their service department. Im a "Happy camper here" My next move will be the rear bumper that I should have acquired when this was installed.
Reunel Co. is a first class operation.
Chuck Goode
At that time I made up my mind that I would someday own one of these.
The first thing I was aware of when I purchased my new 04 CTD was the apparent weakness of the front bumper.
After reading Joe Donnelly's article in TDR's issue 50 on page 96, I made up my mind to have one of these made for my truck. I selected a "non winch bumper" for my 2WD truck as I seldom go off the highway except to campgrounds, but have had several near collisions with deer. It does not take much to incur a $2000 expense bill to repair the front end of your truck in hitting one of these creatures. These bumper's do not come cheap, but as the old saying goes, " good things do not come cheap".
On having my bumper installed after waiting some time, the wait was worth it. I am very happy with the appearance and the installation was top notch.
My truck only setteled about 1/4 " in the front, but the steering is unaffected and the need for new shocks is not apparent at this time.
I have had many good comments on this installation from various people, among who was my Dodge Dealer in their service department. Im a "Happy camper here" My next move will be the rear bumper that I should have acquired when this was installed.
Reunel Co. is a first class operation.
Chuck Goode
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