Another option is to have a custom one made and get exactly what you want. Having the frame rails cut is not that big of a deal and the performance gains are well worth it. I am yet to hit the skid plate on my new bumper.
A custom one is in the runnings for me, my chassis shop guy is phenominal, and the price probably wouldn't be much different, especially saving shipping. NOT cutting the frame horns though. Truck is a DD, and rarely offroaded so I don't need the functional advantage, and I'm not keeping it forever and I don't want any issues trading or selling in the future with "frame damage" even though you and I know that's not frame damage, by a technicality it could be, and just saving that hassle since I don't need the extra approach angle anyway.
Side and a front pics for ya Nick.
Now that's a good angle because it's the view I'd see every day if I bought that bumper! If they would make that upper bar curved to match the curve onthe front of the truck then they'd hit the nail right on the head! That angular segmented approach just doesn't tickle my fancy.
If any of guys you want some more pictures or have any questions about our bumper, don't hesitate to send over a PM. I have files on files on files of pictures!
It probably won't be for at least another 6 months till I'm in the market for a front bumper, but it's my next mod and you guys are in the lead for my favorite. Hopefully you can tweak the design slightly for a center plate and 2 LEDs on either side, rather than one large LED bar in the middle.
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.
That makes sense, but maybe we're talking about a different angle. From this angle it looks like the bar hugs close by the grille and valance, but under the headlights it starts to not wrap as close and stick out. Do you have a pic like the one hockster posted?
