help me pick a new front bumper

[Captain CABO]

Nick, Why not the add race R series one?

Looks like they tried to copy the LGE and just added some sheet metal IMO

 

[Reptar]

Nick, Why not the add race R series one?

that was the ADD one I thought I was voting for till I clicked the links. At least that one matches the front curve of the truck like the LGE/CTS one.

A $50k truck needs a bumper that looks $50k good from all angles, not just the roadkill angle lol.

 

[Raptor911]

Yes looks is important but weight should also be considered. I went RPG prerunner as it is one of the lightest ones out there. And they will do custom lights tabs for you.

 

[Bigg50]

Ya if it attaches to the alignment cams you should have it realigned after the install.

As an FYI, you can get away with not doing an alignment. The trick is to have the lower control arms supported before you loosen the bolts. I removed the wheels and used a jack on each side to support them. Drives strait after the install. There still is a risk you could need an alignment but it worked out for me.

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[Hockster]

As an FYI, you can get away with not doing an alignment. The trick is to have the lower control arms supported before you loosen the bolts. I removed the wheels and used a jack on each side to support them. Drives strait after the install. There still is a risk you could need an alignment but it worked out for me.

I love that look of that bumper, I really do... Clean not a lot of BS on it. I know I could install it and not get it aligned but I so effing **** about my alignments since I did them so much I would have to get it checked out!!! LOL

 

[RAPTORDOUCHE]

I run the Artillery bumper from Outlaw. It looks a lot different than the ones you are considering but thought I would throw it up in the mix. They all look pretty sick to me, just personal preference. Good Luck!

 

[Bigg50]

I love that look of that bumper, I really do... Clean not a lot of BS on it. I know I could install it and not get it aligned but I so effing **** about my alignments since I did them so much I would have to get it checked out!!! LOL

lol, i get it. I'm the opposite so I'm cool with it! And thanks for the kind words.

 

[ADDGrant]

ok I am in need of a new front bumper. I am looking for something sleek but still offers decent protection. approach angle is also somewhat important. the choices I have narrowed down to so far are

1.LGE/custom truck shop Baja bumper. favorite look by far but probably least protecton of my choices. offers a 30" in center and room on sides for 2 sets of duallys which is great
Exterior : Baja Raptor Front Bumper | LGE*CTS Motorsports home of L&G Enterprises and Custom Truck Shop

2. Saints Offroad Bravo series. large bumper while still keeping a sleek look. can mount a 40" in middle and lights on the sides which is great.
Ford F150 Raptor Front Bumper | Bravo Series For LEDs by Saints | Saints Offroad


3. ADD race series. kinda big but has nice lines. similar to the saints bumper. can fit a 30" bar and some lights in the sides. little nervous about past dealings(customer service) i have heard about to be honest....
Shop Ford Raptor Race Series Front Bumper at ADD Offroad

vote for your pick in the poll and let me know why u pick it. if there is another that is along these lines let me know. I am not wanting to cut the frame at this time either

thanks guys

Let us know if you have anymore questions on the Race Series Front Bumper or need more pictures of the different options on the Bumper.

 

[Reptar]

Yes looks is important but weight should also be considered. I went the RPG prerunner as it is one of the lightest ones out there. And they will do custom lights tabs for you.

that one has a nice design, but trying to judge fromthe "roadkill" angle of the photo, looks like the upper curve doesn't match the curve of the front end either. Do you have a pic from standing view from the front and side?

 

[Raptor911]

It does match. Remember the oem bumper supports the valence above the bumper and when you remove it will sag. RPG does not provide any support but I hear they are working on it. Birdman has a support from RPG and once you lift the upper valence very slightly, it will match the curve of the prerunner. I hope this makes sense.

here's birdman's bumper >>
http://www.fordraptorforum.com/f65/yeti-2013-raptor-build-17928/index47.html

that one has a nice design, but trying to judge fromthe "roadkill" angle of the photo, looks like the upper curve doesn't match the curve of the front end either. Do you have a pic from standing view from the front and side?