high clearance front bumper options

Hey guys, so running back into my problem of last year. Keep catching my front bumper on stuff and was looking into a new option for a steel front bumper but there isn't much out there that appeals to be. Either its too bulky like the ARB or its to thin and doesn't have great road appearance like the RTE slimline. Then I found this, and I like the looks of it alot and was wondering if you knew of anyone with similar design over he in the US? Also I very much enjoy my fog lights, so its a plus to have those on my bumper being I drive alot in crappy hard to see conditions. As well as how it hugs the front and doesn't have a huge overhang like i stated with the ARB. Also as a plus the bumper converts to about $650 USD (not including shipping which i'm sure will add a few more hundred).


http://extreme4x4.co.uk/acatalog/DISCOVERY_2_WINCH_BUMPER_WITH_LIGHTS.html#adisco2wbumplights

ajk150 wrote:

Hey guys, so running back into my problem of last year. Keep catching my front bumper on stuff and was looking into a new option for a steel front bumper but there isn't much out there that appeals to be. Either its too bulky like the ARB or its to thin and doesn't have great road appearance like the RTE slimline. Then I found this, and I like the looks of it alot and was wondering if you knew of anyone with similar design over he in the US? Also I very much enjoy my fog lights, so its a plus to have those on my bumper being I drive alot in crappy hard to see conditions. As well as how it hugs the front and doesn't have a huge overhang like i stated with the ARB. Also as a plus the bumper converts to about $650 USD (not including shipping which i'm sure will add a few more hundred).


http://extreme4x4.co.uk/acatalog/DISCOVERY_2_WINCH_BUMPER_WITH_LIGHTS.html#adisco2wbumplights

Call Justin at Lucky 8 he can find you something like that. The Terrafirma bumper looks pretty close to that minus the fog lights. I'd also consider switching to a light not integrated in the bumper like a regular Hella lamp. The recessed lighting looks cool but they arent very protected..

The Terrafirma bumper is nice, tight looking, and well made. Just installed one on my 04
Comes with a washer bottle gaurd, the tow hooks are an extra 100.00
or so. Not much room to mount driving or fogs though.
The one you're looking at looks very similar to the terrafirma.
.

I like my RTE and with the slim profile I don't have to worry about approach angles as much.

http://www.rte-fab.com/products?page=shop.browse&category_id=36&TreeId=9

It kind of diasappears into the truck

Equipe.

Jake wrote:

ajk150 wrote:

Hey guys, so running back into my problem of last year. Keep catching my front bumper on stuff and was looking into a new option for a steel front bumper but there isn't much out there that appeals to be. Either its too bulky like the ARB or its to thin and doesn't have great road appearance like the RTE slimline. Then I found this, and I like the looks of it alot and was wondering if you knew of anyone with similar design over he in the US? Also I very much enjoy my fog lights, so its a plus to have those on my bumper being I drive alot in crappy hard to see conditions. As well as how it hugs the front and doesn't have a huge overhang like i stated with the ARB. Also as a plus the bumper converts to about $650 USD (not including shipping which i'm sure will add a few more hundred).


http://extreme4x4.co.uk/acatalog/DISCOVERY_2_WINCH_BUMPER_WITH_LIGHTS.html#adisco2wbumplights

Call Justin at Lucky 8 he can find you something like that. The Terrafirma bumper looks pretty close to that minus the fog lights. I'd also consider switching to a light not integrated in the bumper like a regular Hella lamp. The recessed lighting looks cool but they arent very protected..

Ha. yeah call Justin. Then good luck...

I'm also looking at HLC fabrication's as well. They have a few front bumpers I like, anyone worked with them before?

ajk150 wrote:

I'm also looking at HLC fabrication's as well. They have a few front bumpers I like, anyone worked with them before?

Yes Denny built my rear bumper. He is hands down the best "smaller" operation in the rover community. He has built some very nice D2 bumpers if you search over on Dweb. If its custom built it may take a bit longer and cost a few extra bucks but its worth it.

Here's the link http://www.discoweb.org/forums/showthread.php?t=81967&highlight=Denny

Overall how would you say his service is, pretty easy guy to convey thoughts onto? Easy to work with? I called and left a message today, so i'm finally biting the bullet and going for it. Hopefully will hear back tomorrow.

heres one for you

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAND-ROVER-DISCOVERY-1-or-2-WINCH-BUMPER-/190562813803?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2c5e6dc76b

or

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAND-ROVER-DISCOVERY-200-300-TDi-FRONT-WINCH-BUMPER-NEW-DESIGN-/121065835220?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item1c30160ad4

I like the first one, to bad its in the Uk. I guess I'll just hold off on the bumper for now, already got a slew of new stuff in the last month. I need to watch myself, i got mod crazy!