Slim Rear Bumpers?

[RYAN17]

Finally changing from my swing out tire carrier/bumper combo to a door mounted tire strengthening kit so I dont have to mess with that thing anymore. So I plan on getting a new rear bumper. Looking for some suggestions for something minimal/small/ lightweight for $200 or under. Recovery points are ideal but hitch not so much. Some pictures and links would be helpful

 

[Steel City 06]

You can get really basic ones that just double up the crossmember:
https://genright.com/products/tj-lj-yj-rear-bumper-plate-with-tow-points.htmlI’ve had good experiences with Genright products.

https://affordableoffroad.com/shop/rear-flush-mount-bumper-jeepyjtjlj-87-06/(I have no experience with this company.)

Also google “TJ rear flush mount bumper” and you’ll get a few more options.

If you get one with recovery points, be sure to get frame brace brackets. It isn’t unheard of to tear the rear crossmember off of the frame.

 

[someguysjeep]

https://genright.com/products/tj-lj-yj-rear-bumper-plate-with-tow-points.html
that's about as small and tight as they get.

 

[JDS123]

I have the Genright. It is pretty sturdy, but I believe there are better designs out there that wrap underneath the bottom of the frame. Without that protection, the rear gas tank mount can get smashed. This issue isn't something that makes me want to run out and buy a new bumper immediately, but if I was planning on hitting the rocks and had to buy a plate bumper today, I'd go with another company like NextVenture.

 

[pagrey]

I like Barnes4x4, they make pretty nice stuff that is reasonably priced, like within the budget you listed.

https://www.barnes4wd.com/TJ-LJ-Rear-Tail-Plate-Bumper_p_308.html
Edit: you could even get frame tie-ins and rip on it

 

[jjvw]

Next Venture or SWAG are the ones to look at. Both have options for a receiver. Unlike Genright and Barnes, both wrap the underside of the crossmember.

 

[Rescue6]

I got the Swag bumper. I modified it a bit as I was not happy with the recovery points they sent so I used some nicer ones when I welded it up.

 

[TheBoogieman]

If you want an actual bumper, LoD makes some inexpensive ones (under $200) made in the USA.

 

[1904-06LJR]

A little more than you wanna spend, but:

https://goliathoffroad.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=59&product_id=63

 

[steelhd]

You can get really basic ones that just double up the crossmember:
https://genright.com/products/tj-lj-yj-rear-bumper-plate-with-tow-points.html

That's what I used on my LJ except I used Rustys or something that was much cheaper than Genright. Welds on it were very good and the frame tie hardware and configuration was good too.

 

[en480c4]

I really liked my Swag rear bumper on my last LJ. It looked great with the CJ tailgate conversion, the step was nice to face and the hitch worked great for the small trailers I’d use on occasion or my bike rack. I’d love to get another one for my current LJ. Right now it looks like they’re only selling the kit and not it fully assembled, which is too bad. I can get a couple of plates together but welding that is definitely beyond my ability. It’s over your budget and has more than you asked for, but it’s super versatile.

Here are a few of mine: