Cowboy bumper/ grill guard

[gsganzer]

I'm thinking of putting an aftermarket bumper/grill guard on my 2016 3500. Anyone have any experience or recommendations? I was looking at a Ranch Hand Legend, but wonder if it might be too heavy. Anyone have any experience with some others?

 

[rustyshakelford]

I have ran ranch hands on all my trucks since 2006. Never had any issues with the front end or issues period. Really provide a bunch of protection that the factory bumper can't

Brett

 

[coobie]

Installed a westin HD-X on my 2106 Ram 2500 after a deer hit.2 inch stainless tubing..

 

[rustyshakelford]

Ranch hand on 2017 F450

Brett

 

[cmyoung2]

I have a 99 F250SD with a Ranch hand with a receiver hitch on front. Us it to mount a winch. Bumper is heavy, and the winch add another 100 lbs, but I really have not noticed a problem. I really like the protection, has already saved the front end a couple of times.

 

[mopardude318]

Ruenel Bumpers!

Reunel Extreme Duty Winch Bumpers - Reunel Extreme Duty Winch Truck Bumpers

 

[Rara Avis]

I'm thinking of putting an aftermarket bumper/grill guard on my 2016 3500. Anyone have any experience or recommendations? I was looking at a Ranch Hand Legend, but wonder if it might be too heavy. Anyone have any experience with some others?

Fab Fours - Premium Truck Bumpers and Accessories

 

[Egon]

In some places you'll see a lot of grill guards welded up from schedule 40 pipe and weldelets. They are usually quite sturdy.

 

[yankeerider]

I just installed a Frontier Xtreme front bumper on my F250 to replace the rusting original bumper. Of all the replacements I looked at, I liked the appearance of it the best. It also turned out to be about the lowest price of most- bought mine from the Bumper Superstore, shipping was "free" and delivery was prompt and professional. It weighs a bunch more than the original, but the truck doesn't care.

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[jclaudii]

I ran a TrailReady for years on a Grand Cherokee. Rolled the Jeep over on the freeway and it did not bend only scratched the powder-coating off and some deep gouges. It protected the hood and radiator good enough in the roll over and I used it even to push a few rotten trees over.

 

[deanocraft]

I've got an Iron Cross bumper on my Ram 1500. I have not rolled it yet... so I can't say for sure how it would hold up! It seems plenty strong though. I bought it off the internet from CARiD.com - Auto Parts & Accessories | Car, Truck, SUV, Jeep with free shipping. It was delivered to my house in Atlanta THE VERY NEXT DAY! I was shocked and elated at the same time.

 

[two_bit_score]

In central Texas these guys can get you anything you want.

Top Notch Truck & Trailers - Trailers, Truck Accessories, New Braunfels, Bulverde, San Antonio, Austin, Texas - 830.214.7131


TBS

 

[two_bit_score]

In central Texas these guys can get you anything you want.

Top Notch Truck & Trailers - Trailers, Truck Accessories, New Braunfels, Bulverde, San Antonio, Austin, Texas - 830.214.7131


TBS

 

[mykleh]

ARB bumper skip the grill guard..

 

[robertsa]

I grew up in west Texas, where running over deer was a somewhat common occurrence. My father used Ranch Hand front/rear, and I built my own patterned off of his. They have splattered many a deer with no effect whatsoever on the truck. There are loads of manufacturers on the market now, most of which I find hideous. I believe it's because I grew up with the channel iron and schedule 40 pipe bumpers so that's what I like. To each his own.

 

[two_bit_score]

I grew up in west Texas, where running over deer was a somewhat common occurrence. My father used Ranch Hand front/rear, and I built my own patterned off of his. They have splattered many a deer with no effect whatsoever on the truck. There are loads of manufacturers on the market now, most of which I find hideous. I believe it's because I grew up with the channel iron and schedule 40 pipe bumpers so that's what I like. To each his own.

There is an alternative to Ranch Hand.

Bumpers | Truck Accessories | New Braunfels Texas


TBS

 

[robertsa]

There is an alternative to Ranch Hand.

Bumpers | Truck Accessories | New Braunfels Texas


TBS

And Peacemaker, Tough Country, Frontier, etc etc. There's a lot. When I decide I to get around to it, I'll build my own again.

 

[Birdhunter1]

I believe it's because I grew up with the channel iron and schedule 40 pipe bumpers so that's what I like. To each his own.

I agree, I'm kinda partial to i-beams, channel or pipe.

 

[gsganzer]

I've been looking at "American Built" too. They're local to me and cheaper than Ranch Hand

 

[robertsa]

I've been looking at "American Built" too. They're local to me and cheaper than Ranch Hand

At face value, they look pretty good. Just make sure you take a peek on the backside to make sure they aren't cutting corners somewhere. Steel is expensive so skimping there is the easiest way to be able to offer a similar looking product at a lower price.