So, after a lot of research in my local market, I didn't find any aftermarket rear bumpers that I was happy with. My choices were limited to Smittybilt, Rugged Ridge, Pro Comp, etc.
I need a rear bumper with recovery points, and I would love a hitch receiver as well (mostly to use as a recovery point as well, but also to tow something very small for a few miles)
I decided that since I don't find anything that makes me happy to spend a little more time to build a custom one.
After some research, I really liked some bumpers that "hug" the rear cross member (i.e. Next Venture, gatekeeperoffroad, etc.)
First step was to remove the stock bumper and take some measurements.
I need a rear bumper with recovery points, and I would love a hitch receiver as well (mostly to use as a recovery point as well, but also to tow something very small for a few miles)
I decided that since I don't find anything that makes me happy to spend a little more time to build a custom one.
After some research, I really liked some bumpers that "hug" the rear cross member (i.e. Next Venture, gatekeeperoffroad, etc.)
First step was to remove the stock bumper and take some measurements.