Thoughts on DIY rear bumpstop kit/frame brace?

[98rangerdave]

Ended up talking with Forged Offroad and am going with their kit. Overall not super happy about the 2.5” bump stop price tag but Jeff at forged said the 2.5” is the best option for the impacts they receive. Better to be overbuild then under build I guess. Link below:

https://forged-offroad.com/product/blood-eagle-2010-2014-ford-raptor-rear-bump-stop-kit/

 

[B E N]

These are also an air bump, rather than a hydraulic. Way better deal, you won't ever regret going overboard on the bumps!

 

[98rangerdave]

Quick question:

I found a pair of 2.5” fox bumps for $600 cash on offerup. They look to be brand new. I know it’s a good deal compared to new ($379 each) but do you think that’s a decent price for the used market? I know the 2.5s are hard to find but $300 per for used still seems steep.

Any thoughts?

 

[Canuck714]

I think you made a wise choice. $5-600 for used 2.5 bumps is about the range you can find. Just make sure they are not beat to death.
If you are on the fence on what to buy, check out Locked Offroad, they are making shocks and bumps in the US. https://lockedoffroad.com/2-5-diameter/
I know a guy that runs them on a KOH buggy and loves them.

 

[98rangerdave]

Quick update, the “used” 2.5s I found on offerup ended up being brand new, only the box was opened and the guy didn’t want to list as “new” since he had handled them. Huge score in my opinion, ended up getting them for $550 cash for the pair. Gonna start the install and add a video of the process on Wednesday.

 

[gotsboost]

I think you are on the right track. If your fab friend can do it for a good price you can save a ton of money. My last truck I did pumps on all 4 corners. With parts and the fab work I paid for it was only 1800. I also had him strap the front.

Edit never mind seen you got some parts. Good deal. You'll love the rears when you land.