Replacement rear bumper

[HENCHR]

A few weeks back my truck sort of rolled on top of a VW Jetta denting my rear bumper and bending my exhaust. I want to replace the bumper, but not sure I want to put an OEM one back in. I am really looking for something that has lights built into it, and will not cover my hitch. I have seen a few, but they all appear to cover the existing hitch. Does anybody have an aftermarket bumper that they really like, how much did it cost, and do you have any pics? Any suggestions?
Thanks Chris

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1999 red QC slt short bed 4x4 with auto, spa gauges, clarion vcp, clarion tv and 2000 polished aluminum rims with bfg MT's. More to come.

 

[Jhillmann]

I had a similar problem with my bumper recently and have a Reunel on order. It is costing me $10 more than the factory bumper cost estimate I got from insurance co. This bumper replaces the factory bumper and hitch, and is rated for 20,0000 lbs. Anyone need a factory reciever hitch?


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2000 2500 SLT QC Intense Blue 4X4 6spd, Line-x liner ,Bull Rings

 

[Mactruck]

I too have a Reunel on order. I have had them on my last two trucks and have liked them both. I ordered mine with the PIAA's in the rear with the hitch welded into the bumper (as opposed to the removable bracket) It should be here next week and I will post some pics.
Check them out on http://dodgeram.org/ki4cy/bumper/frontbumper.htm
or http://www.reunel.com/



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Kevin MacGranor
2001. 5 D2500 QC SLT 4X4,Auto 295/75r16 BFG AT's, Century Cap, Bedrug. , Alpine Head & Amps w/ Boston Acoustic speakers & JL Audio Stealthbox center cushion Sub.
ON ORDER: Reunel rear and Denver Offroad front Bumpers, and Autometer Sportcomp gauges from Jannetty

 

[gitchesum]

I installed this one right after I bought the truck. It has the receiver built into it. It's made by Browns Welding 1-800-625-8712. I think the cost is only around $400 or so. I think you can also have them cut the holes for aux. back up lights. You would have to ask them. Wish I had them now. BTW, the bumper weighs 200lbs.
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Curtis Harris
1997 3500 Club Cab
"CASPER"
Check out the Lone Star TDR

 

[BigYellowIron]

Most any welding shop can build you one the way you want it. I built my own, and installed a ramsey 8000# winch in it. I don't know how to post a picture but i can e-mail you a picture. I used an old piece of truck frame, which i thought was tough enough, until I tried to help out my uncle who was stuck in a L9000 ford, STUPID. I have to build another i plan on using some ar360 steel to keep from bending. I got the materials for around 200 bucks without the winch. I would not know what to do with out a winch on the rear to drag dead cars and trucks on the trailer
Adam

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"POWERSTROKE THIS"
Adam Harman
95 auto red and white #6 tst , eagle alluminum wheels. Stright pipe, Still BOMBING

 

[NVR FNSH]

Are there any other rear bumpers similar to the Reunel? I like the lines of the Reunel, just curious if there are other options w/o going custom.

Someone care to explain Reunels claim of 20,000 lb capacity? My factory receiver hitch is rated at 10k and it's bolted to the frame in 6(?) places, spread out over a fairly large area. The Reunel bolts to the end of the frame rails only w/6(?) bolts & they claim a 20k capacity? Maybe for the bumper only...

Brian

 

[CCahill]

Originally posted by gitchesum:
I installed this one right after I bought the truck. It has the receiver built into it. It's made by Browns Welding 1-800-625-8712. I think the cost is only around $400 or so. I think you can also have them cut the holes for aux. back up lights. You would have to ask them. Wish I had them now. BTW, the bumper weighs 200lbs.
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MAN,... . I would love to see this truck comin' down the street... WAY awesome!!!!!!

Colin



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2001 Quad,4x4,AT,4. 10LS,LB,Loaded enough,stock,mostly... . 65 Chevelle sedan, Hella nice driver, 53 Nash Rambler Convt,1 of 653 built,[not a Metro], GM drivetrain, injection, and auto/od
Specialized FSR PRO Stumpjumper,Cannondale F2000, Loaded
MTD Lawn tractor with flames
12' fishin' boat, loaded. .

 

[Neal Cassady]

I spoke to the Reunel people a while ago regarding their bumper. You have to remove the factory hitch to install their bumper. It mounts to the ends of the frame rails and also uses some of the holes that the factory hitch uses. Their ads don't show all the mounting details of the bumper. You have to order the welded in receiver to get the 20K capacity.

Dave D

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2001. 5 2500 QC, LB, 4x4, Auto, 3. 54, Everything but Leather, Bright Silver Metallic, ARE K Series, Diprocal EGT, Boost and Autometer transmission Temp(sensor in the line) in an Autometer Dash Pod, SW Fuel Pressure Gauge, Westin CPS Platinum Step Bars - Black on Stainless

 

[NVR FNSH]

JWEST - can you post pics of your bumpers?

Brian

 

[Dave Fritz]

John sent me two photos a while ago. They are posted here:
http://dodgeram.org/ki4cy/bumper/John_West.htm

If I get more photos from John, I will add them to the page.

Dave

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1994 2500HD 4X4 modified for off-road camping
2001 2500 ETH/DEE QC SB 4X4
Fritz's Dodge Ram Tech Page is now dodgeram.org

 

[Matt-LME]

Bigyelloyiron,

I am in the process of designing a rear bumper for my truck. I would appreciate any pictures that you could send me of what you built. The more ideas, the better!!!

Thanks.

Matt Pelton
matt. pelton@lme. liebherr.com

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'98 12V,2500,QC,5Sp,4X4, Rancho 9000's and stabilizer, 33" AT's,stock engine (for now)...

 

[JWEST]

I can build you guys a serious rear bumper
with a hitch and D-rings, for way less
than Ruenel or ProZap. I have tested mine winching and truck pulling for several years.
It is made from 10" x 4" tubing and is many times stronger than the frame. I also build a front bumper with a receiver in it. email me at jwestpiw@msn.com and I'll send you pictures and/or drawnings if you want to build it yourself.