Off-road bumpers for Chevy Suburban

[Topkicker]

During all the snow I must say the 2013 Suburban 4x4 performs great in the snow. It has the Tow package which includes 3:42 gears, tranny cooler, and limited slip rear diff. Has the Z-71 18 in. wheels w A/T tires. The T-case has low range and auto select also. This makes for a great performer in bad road conditions. My ONLY complaint is ground clearance especially on the front. I love the ride and don't really want to lift it. I was searching for high clearance bumpers and really like the looks of the Fab Fours. They even offer a rear bumper. The front has a winch mount also. It will change the look of the rig dramatically but will give the clearance I'm looking for. Made in the U.S.A. Give some opinions. Anyone running them?

 

[andrehoude123]

Of you want to have one of those on there you need some toyo M/T to really make it look mean the bumper looks awesome but AT throw it off



Like on our truck! Awesome quiet tires!

 

[DT86]

I really like the first one with out the top tube and the rear one looks nice also!

One thing to consider is the added weight on the front end parts, some of those are very heavy.

 

[Topkicker]

This is the way it sits now. I did install a Go Rhino pit bar (same as PD's). Got it mainly to protect the front bumper cover from damage. I worry about someone hitting the nose of it while it's parked at the grocery store.

 

[Topkicker]

I really like the first one with out the top tube and the rear one looks nice also! One thing to consider is the added weight on the front end parts, some of those are very heavy.

Agree. That was my favorite. It won't hide the Bow -Tie. I expect some sag w the extra weight and a winch. Went through this w my Wrangler. I had a Teraflex spring lift and the coils were so soft the nose sagged after adding a Rock Hard stubby and winch. Put a Rock Krawler lift on it w progressive rate springs. Problem solved. I REALLY don't want to lift the Burb. I would consider a leveling kit if I get a little sag from the weight.

 

[Topkicker]

Of you want to have one of those on there you need some toyo M/T to really make it look mean the bumper looks awesome but AT throw it off <img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=359338"/> Like on our truck! Awesome quiet tires!

Agree. More aggressive tires (and maybe wheels) will pull it all together. I kinda dig these XD's.

 

[timswi]

A 2" front leveling kit would give you some room too. Cheapest option.

Fabtech® FTS21039 - Chevy Suburban 2013 Suspension Front Leveling Kit

 

[andrehoude123]

Here a little look at some eye candy

 

[Topkicker]

A 2" front leveling kit would give you some room too. Cheapest option. Fabtech® FTS21039 - Chevy Suburban 2013 Suspension Front Leveling Kit

Thanks Tim. I've installed these "puck style" lifts before. They don't tend to change the ride at all. Still use the factory front strut assembly.

 

[Topkicker]

<img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=359346"/> <img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=359347"/> Here a little look at some eye candy

Nice. Like the flat wheel finish. How much lift??

 

[timswi]

Thanks Tim. I've installed these "puck style" lifts before. They don't tend to change the ride at all. Still use the factory front strut assembly.

Plus it does give a somewhat noticeable lift...We put them on my neighbor's Ford and Dodge...Not difficult either.

 

[Rustyiron]

Here's one for the rear on a oldie 2000 2500 Sub. Momma backed into a parking ballard at what, 2 mph? right at the angle "gusset" support. Folded it like a Chineese tin can right up into the quarter panel. Not anymore! 4x6x.25 wall structural steel. The "shoes" are for good luck if you hit it.:laughing:

 

[andrehoude123]

Truck is only levelled out with ready lift torsion keys cranked them up about 2 inches and we have bags in the back so when we pull trailers the truck dosent squat to bad! Their about 34 inches tall these tires and ya the full black rims are real easy to take care of and would look sick with your black bumper!! Their fast wheels

 

[Topkicker]

Here's one for the rear on a oldie 2000 2500 Sub. Momma backed into a parking ballard at what, 2 mph? right at the angle "gusset" support. Folded it like a Chineese tin can right up into the quarter panel. Not anymore! 4x6x.25 wall structural steel. The "shoes" are for good luck if you hit it.:laughing:

Nice. Looks sturdy. I worked at Arlington when we launched the body style for 07 that replaced the one you own. I always liked the bifold rear doors like you have.

 

[Topkicker]

Truck is only levelled out with ready lift torsion keys cranked them up about 2 inches and we have bags in the back so when we pull trailers the truck dosent squat to bad! Their about 34 inches tall these tires and ya the full black rims are real easy to take care of and would look sick with your black bumper!! Their fast wheels

Looks great. I dig black wheels. Got em on my Wrangler.

 

[Topkicker]

Plus it does give a somewhat noticeable lift...We put them on my neighbor's Ford and Dodge...Not difficult either.

Don't know why I didn't think of this. Thanks for the link.

 

[andrehoude123]

And maybe some fender flares to keep the mud and snow that the oversize tires will throw up on your nice paint! If your going to build up the truck might as well eh

 

[VTFireftr]

SouthTexasOutfitter.com

I have one of their front end replacements on my F 250.

Custom built and extremely stout.

You will need to beef up your front suspension though.

 

[Wagtail]

What's old is new again, eh? Around here these things are called Bull-bars and are common throughout Aus on ALL types of vehicles.

Try a Google Image search for more ideas from the land Downunder.

 

[Topkicker]

What's old is new again, eh? Around here these things are called Bull-bars and are common throughout Aus on ALL types of vehicles. Try a Google Image search for more ideas from the land Downunder.

These type bumpers are super popular here in the states on Jeeps built for off-roading. Better approach angle, D-rings, lights and winch mounts are among the "must haves". A lot of full-size trucks sport these type bumpers when I lived in TX. I heard the term "cattle guard front bumpers" while living there. They look very similar to the Aussie styles.