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Having trouble finding an aluminum front stubby bumper with winch and lights out there. Any recommendations?
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I was initially looking for an aluminum bumper as well. I am trying to keep my additional weight on the lighter side. I couldn't find an aluminum one I really liked. I came across the Hefty Fabworks bumper and really liked it. It only weighs 48lbs and has 2 optional hoops. The bumper is all hand crafted and has a winch plate built into already. The install is very easy, but you do have to paint it. I powder coated mine black. I also have their rear bumper. It offers excellent clearance.

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I 2nd the Rival aluminum stubby. I have the full width F&R. Great quality and good options for lights & winch.
 

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Having trouble finding an aluminum front stubby bumper with winch and lights out there. Any recommendations?
I bought a Rockhard bumper and a warn 8zeon winch for my 18JLUS 3 years ago, then xferred it to my new 21 JLUR this past May. Only issue I had was the point of the frame was to "proud" and had to grind it a bit to get the winch in place.

Love the RH bumper as its so light and easy to work with. Its also been my tow setup when I tow behind my RV. Done this for 30k miles with no issues.
 

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I was initially looking for an aluminum bumper as well. I am trying to keep my additional weight on the lighter side. I couldn't find an aluminum one I really liked. I came across the Hefty Fabworks bumper and really liked it. It only weighs 48lbs and has 2 optional hoops. The bumper is all hand crafted and has a winch plate built into already. The install is very easy, but you do have to paint it. I powder coated mine black. I also have their rear bumper. It offers excellent clearance.

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That Rival aluminum front bumper weighs 106 lbs! Your bumper weighs 48 lbs. Something for people to think about that absolutely "have to have an aluminum bumper". Aluminum anything, whether it is bumpers or utility trailers, generally weighs 1/3 less, and cost twice as much. In this case you don't even get the 1/3 less weight benefit.
 

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I bought a Rockhard bumper and a warn 8zeon winch for my 18JLUS 3 years ago, then xferred it to my new 21 JLUR this past May. Only issue I had was the point of the frame was to "proud" and had to grind it a bit to get the winch in place.

Love the RH bumper as its so light and easy to work with. Its also been my tow setup when I tow behind my RV. Done this for 30k miles with no issues.
I've had my eyes on Rockhard too...they have a number of nice options.
 

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I run a paint matched
GENRIGHT ULTRA Clearance Stubby Front Bumper
 

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Aries Offroad has a bunch of aluminum variations but they are ridiculously expensive.
 
 



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