RodRecket
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I posted earlier about JCR Expedition1, I went JCR. Not cheap but looks right, gains hitch clearance and has side protection which was a must for me.
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I wish I could go with a high clearance bumper that moves the hitch up, but my trailer is pushing 5,000lbs. Unless one of them get rated for actual towing I'm not willing to switch it.I too am looking for a steel rear bumper option. For my particular build I'd like a one piece, high clearance steel bumper that incorporates side/corner protection.
So far I can't seem to find anything that fits the bill: High clearance and can handle multiple hard all the weight of the vehicle drops.
I like the way “[Banned Site]” easily trimmed 3-4” off of his rear corners to bring the sheet metal of the corner up even with the bottom frame rail. Video attached.
I like how high and thin the Off Road Evolution Rear High N Tight bumper is, but it lacks side corner protection. Moving the license plate up to the tailgate and incorporating the bike rack capable (not tow rated) hitch into the bumper and not having it hang down below the bumper is key for optimizing clearance. https://offroadevolution.com/products/jeep-gladiator-rear-high-n-tight-rear-bumper
Motobilt's Crusher Rear Bumper with Corner Frame Mounts is a solid piece but it isn't high clearance by any means and keeps the low hanging tow hitch drag anchor.
https://motobilt.com/collections/je...r-w-gladiator-rear-bumper-corner-frame-mounts
Built For Dirt has a solid one piece, high clearance design but he isn't selling them. It is't the most refined bumper but is by far the most practical for my purposes.
You want the Kaymar bumper, moves the hitch up, Aussie company, and it's rated 7650lb.I wish I could go with a high clearance bumper that moves the hitch up, but my trailer is pushing 5,000lbs. Unless one of them get rated for actual towing I'm not willing to switch it.
https://kaymar.com.au/filescust25/K703037.pdfTOWING CAPACITY - NORTH AMERICA
Maximum Braked Capacity: 7650 lbs
Maximum Unbraked Capacity: 1650 lbs
Maximum Static Ball Load: 765 lbs
I came into this thread to suggest the Kaymar, but looks like you beat me to itYou want the Kaymar bumper, moves the hitch up, Aussie company, and it's rated 7650lb.
https://kaymar.com.au/filescust25/K703037.pdf
Here is a video with a brief overview (skip to about 5:45ish) :I would love a video of it because there is very limited info on internet installed on a JT. If you have some time it doesn't need to be polished or anything. Just interested in:
- the overall look
- how far the swings open if you have them, I know there is some sort of gas strut system
- how do you like the lights they've added in terms of power, look etc?
Photos / written feedback would be as equally appreciated if you're not into video stuff
Thank you in advance!
Awesome! I'll be able to help you out shortly, hopefullyThanks, seen the video already
Found you on IG yeah, dropped you a message.
thanks!
Nice bumper, curious if it is available locally without the swing outs. I don't want to add a bunch of weight that far back while also towing a trailer.I was rear-ended by a Wrangler. For 100 smackers I picked up a take off steel Rubicon rear bumper. Good-nuff for me, was definitely a upgrade from the plastic bumper.