I ordered the Rugged ridge (which is the gator cover) and it’s was perfect. Like you, I’m glad I paid 1/2 for it. Sad this day and age people are dealing with this kind of poor craftsmanship.
I never see aftermarket bulbs bothering me while driving at night. It’s always the idiots that run with their high beams on, with their expensive OEM technology. Nothing wrong with quality aftermarket bulbs in these halogen lights. It’s definitely not trashy. I’ve still got the factory halogen...