Low profile - High clearance rear bumper options

[TxSmitty]

I was looking at getting a different rear bumper. I was wanting something low profile that didn't hang lower than the body line (not the rubicon sliders). ADD makes a couple of options that are pretty pricey. My JL had ADD bumpers and sliders but I don't think I want to spend that much again.

I found a good looking stubby rear bumper by Go Rhino. It says it will fit a JT but I can not find any pictures of the stubby rear on a gladiator.

Go Rhino rear stubby -
Go Rhino® - Rockline Rear Stubby Bumper | 371100T

Does anyone have one of these or have a cool rear bumper with high clearance?

Post pics if you do.

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[rob_o]

I dont have mine in yet, but motobilt.com has some very good bumpers. I've used them for 5+ years now.

Are you looking to retain any type of trailer hitch? or do you want it as tucked as possible to the chassis.

 

[TxSmitty]

I looked at the motobilt gladius. I really like it and was the first bumper I was interested in. The price of the stubby was a game changer. Going to keep the factory hitch but wanted to keep it as high on the sides as possible.

I am about to chop my rear fenders and am going to have my buddy wrap my JT like the Flatbill concept (except no yellow or numbers) with a few changes. The rear lower bed might get chopped as well (dovetailed) so I didn't want a bumper hanging low.

I have built bumpers before. I built the sliders, roof rack and rear bumper tire carrier on my 78 Scout. That might be what I end up doing but was interested to see peoples reviews and options.

 

[rob_o]

I cant say enough positive things about motobilt, they have very good build quality and the welding / finishing is top notch.

my LJ had tons & 40s, the motobilt bumpers were great - I pulled out x4 1ton trucks from a farmers field with a tow strap and they didn't deform at all.

and I was getting a good 15 foot head start on my yanks

 

[TxSmitty]

Nice!

I also like the EVO rear bumper they had on their 2019 SEMA gladiator. It even had a tire carrier option. Can't find it anywhere either.

Make sure and post when you get that bumper on.

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