Aftermarket rear bumper that accepts factory tow hitch?

[ShariJeep]

I have a 20 JLU with factory tow pkg. I would like to find a rear bumper that will work with this and has accommodations for the sensors for the safety pkg. Any recommendations?

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[oldskoolarcher]

My ACE Halfback works perfectly with the stock hitch.

https://aceengineeringandfab.com/products/jl-halfback-bumper

 

[Halstem1]

Hard rock 4x4 and metalcloak both work with the factory hitch but they relocate then hitch plug. Motobilt also accommodates the hitch but unsure on the plug.

 

[JDJL]

I've been eyeing the Rage 4th pro 76 series rear bumper. I like the simplicity. Just not sure how I want to mount the tire carrier yet: tailgate or bumper.

 

[Themistocles]

The Roam Pioneer Aluminum works with the hitch, though requires minor mods or relocation of the factory trailer wiring mount. I just installed it...if you want to see pics take a look at my build thread.

 

[Mikester86]

My ACE Halfback works perfectly with the stock hitch.

https://aceengineeringandfab.com/products/jl-halfback-bumper

Where did you locate your licence plate to? And if you have factory rims and tires, did you have to do anything to make them clear the bumper?

 

[oldskoolarcher]

I have the Artec spare delete, so my license plate is there and I can't comment on the clearance with spare.

 

[logiedabear85]

I have a 20 JLU with factory tow pkg. I would like to find a rear bumper that will work with this and has accommodations for the sensors for the safety pkg. Any recommendations?

I'm in the same boat here. Just got JLU Rubi Tuesday. The one that's really been catching my eye is the Expedition One Trail Series 2 Base. Sensor holes, factory hitch, and license plate relocation.

 

[Agswin]

I like the Ace bumpers as well, just wondering what is needed to fit a 37" spare tire?

 

[4xFUN]

I have Warn Elite front and rear bumpers and the rear bumper leaves the factory hitch in place without modification and has holes for rear sensors. I chose the Warn's as I wanted American made, liked how the Zeon winch mounts in the front, also liked that they matched and they offer high clearance. Another plus for the front was the separate bolt on skid plate-the lower section of the front bumper is the most likely to take a hit and a replaceable skid plate rather than part of the bumper made sense to me.

LOD is another very good option to look at...

 

[Agswin]

Can a 37" tire fit on the spare with the Warn?

 

[4xFUN]

Can a 37" tire fit on the spare with the Warn?

A 37" tire would likely not fit on the OEM carrier, on my 35" KO2's I can just put my fingers between the tire and bumper step with very little clearance.

However I have since switched out OEM wheels with aftermarket 17"x8.5" wheels with 5.2" of backspacing and not happy with how far the spare sticks out from the tailgate or how much the view of the backup camera is obstructed...I ordered and just received a Teraflex Alpha HD Adjustable mount that allows for 4 way adjustment; up & down and in & out from tailgate-this will accommodate different size tires and wheels. The Teraflex also has a slightly extended camera housing that should restore the backup camera view to OEM specs and mounts using OEM mounting points.

 

[Headbarcode]

The Cavfab Ultra High Clearance bumper accommodates the factory hitch and rear park sensors. Not sure about the plugs.

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