Front Bumper Recommendations?
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#12
I tried very hard to find an aftermarket fog that would fit the bracket and hole but finally just gave up and got some used ones.
I just like the glass square headlights. Also, I have two sets of the new version but I'm a wimp about cutting metal on the truck to make them fit.
And I agree with ZG: the ARB is not good for real offroading because of the overhang, despite the facts that is has great space for a winch. But for deer and just shoving things out of the way (including Honda Civics) it is tops.
Last edited by Charlie_V; 12-29-2016 at 12:56 AM.
#13
I have 50mm wheel spacers necessitated by me going a little too wide on the tires. Without the spacers it touched inside the fender. With spacers, it touches outside under just the right combination of turn and bump. Hobson's choice.
Last edited by Charlie_V; 12-29-2016 at 12:57 AM.
#14
You have all been great to provide input. I ran a post on one for the LR Disco Facebook pages as well. A lot of great opinions and definitely some brand loyalty. Ultimately ARB and Tactical 4X4 were very popular here in the States with a couple recommendations from across the pond. A number of you engineer-types recommended custom fabrication :-)
Ultimately, given my feature list and thoughts about approach angles, I've decided to go with a Tactical 4X4 bumper. It is a pseudo-custom as they are taking one of their existing designs (with the A-Bar) and removing the cross bars that go across the headlights. They can get it to me in a couple of weeks. I'm drawn to the metal headlight guards and while I will do some off-roading, I do not expect it to be extreme, and I wanted the ability to take it on the road a couple days a week. Here is a picture of generally what I should expect.
Thanks again for all of your input.
Ultimately, given my feature list and thoughts about approach angles, I've decided to go with a Tactical 4X4 bumper. It is a pseudo-custom as they are taking one of their existing designs (with the A-Bar) and removing the cross bars that go across the headlights. They can get it to me in a couple of weeks. I'm drawn to the metal headlight guards and while I will do some off-roading, I do not expect it to be extreme, and I wanted the ability to take it on the road a couple days a week. Here is a picture of generally what I should expect.
Thanks again for all of your input.
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#17
I like that Tactical bumper. Actually, I like all of their stuff. I can't quibble with your choice at all. Best of luck with it.
Regardless of which bumper you get (I've put aftermarket bumpers on a few vehicles), the vehicle feels different in a good way when you get it on. A good feeling.
Great choice.
Regardless of which bumper you get (I've put aftermarket bumpers on a few vehicles), the vehicle feels different in a good way when you get it on. A good feeling.
Great choice.
#18
Good grief! I'm so jealous just by looking at these threads!!!
I wish that I was over the "getting the Disco the be reliable" and use those funds to trick the truck...LOL
Love the pictures and options, please keep us posted of which bumper you get...and of course some pics of the bumper installed!!
I wish that I was over the "getting the Disco the be reliable" and use those funds to trick the truck...LOL
Love the pictures and options, please keep us posted of which bumper you get...and of course some pics of the bumper installed!!
#19
Good grief! I'm so jealous just by looking at these threads!!!
I wish that I was over the "getting the Disco the be reliable" and use those funds to trick the truck...LOL
Love the pictures and options, please keep us posted of which bumper you get...and of course some pics of the bumper installed!!
I wish that I was over the "getting the Disco the be reliable" and use those funds to trick the truck...LOL
Love the pictures and options, please keep us posted of which bumper you get...and of course some pics of the bumper installed!!
I will definitely post pics. Looks for pics in my Build thread as well.
Have a Happy New Year everyone!
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