New Bumpers installed!

[CooperJohn]

Here they are! Very happy with the workmanship and install.

 

[ENafziger]

Looks good! How much does that front weigh? I almost went with the Ruenels just for the capacity on the rear bumper/hitch, but ended up choosing Bodyguard instead.

Good looking setup!

--Eric

 

[roadking]

how much,they look good

 

[CooperJohn]

I was told by the company that the front bumper with the guard weighs in at 220lbs. This doesn't include the 1/2" plate mounting system which is very stout. I don't plan on adding a winch any time soon but it was built for the large Warn units which can add another 125 to 150lbs. Reunel has a website that shows the prices with various options. They are pricey but I'm happy with the quality of the product and they gave me a nice discount for ordering both bumpers and free mounting to save my back. I also like the welded rear bumper hitch which is rated to tow 20,000lbs with 6000lb tongue weight. My 10,000lb TT was pushing the limit of the stock hitch. I'm not sure if I'm allowed to post prices on this forum???

 

[hearingyourlies]

I think the prices are listed right on the website, but if you got a discount, maybe you can't.

 

[amsoilman]

How is that big bumper going to effect the supplemental restraint system (air bags) in a crash?

 

[CooperJohn]

According to the website, airbag deployment will require "a higher rate of speed collision". Something about being able to absorb a greater amount of energy than the stock setup". As far as I know, ARB is the only aftermarket bumper company to test for airbag deployment rates and adjust the brackets to crumple in order to meet the crumple rate of the stock setup. I'll take less crumple, thank you, and risk deployment only in severe situations. Life is full of risks!

 

[MGroft]

I have a fab four front bumper(no winch)it weights out at about 300lbs. Had a front lift put on cuz of all the weight so i dont bottom out on a speed bump in a parking lot. Hope you did the same or you may bottom out your suspension.