Tex06 Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 I know this is kind of a dead horse but most of the front bumper pics here are from over 10 years ago at this point with a lot of missing pictures, broken links, or discontinued items. I'd like this thread to be a quick reference for those of us looking to modify our front end. Bumper Picture(s) Winch (Y/N) Homemade/Kit/Prefabricated Manufacturer Link (if applicable) What you like/dislike or would change if you could do it over again, price, and any general comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex06 Posted November 16, 2020 Author Share Posted November 16, 2020 I'm currently considering a BadDadFab BTSB winch mount Winch: Yes Prefabricated BadDadFab https://www.facebook.com/Baddadfab/ Looks pretty cool and allows a winch mounted without changing the length of the truck. The newest addition is D-rings that stick thru the bumper and tie back to the unibody giving you a nice anchor point. $400 plus shipping seems pretty reasonable too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89 MJ Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 Winch DIY $150 https://www.amazon.com/Front-Winch-Bumper-1984-2001-Cherokee/dp/B07K193WHH/ref=mp_s_a_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=ecotric+jeep+bumper&qid=1605578620&sprefix=ecotric+jeep&sr=8-10 It stuck out a ways, so I moved it back 2 inches. I also don’t like that I needed to cut the fenders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torq_Shep Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 16 hours ago, Tex06 said: I'm currently considering a BadDadFab BTSB winch mount Winch: Yes Prefabricated BadDadFab https://www.facebook.com/Baddadfab/ Looks pretty cool and allows a winch mounted without changing the length of the truck. The newest addition is D-rings that stick thru the bumper and tie back to the unibody giving you a nice anchor point. $400 plus shipping seems pretty reasonable too. This looks sick. If I did anything to mine it would be something like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiNi Beast Posted November 18, 2020 Share Posted November 18, 2020 i made a new subframe out of a 6" c channel. just a basic setup to build off of. added a winch plate and been running for a few years now. not the pretty but functional way of how i build my rig. when get to the cage addition it will aide as the base to build the front around. and was base for spring hangers when i was running leafs. but will make it pretty with tube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted November 18, 2020 Share Posted November 18, 2020 3/16" 3x5 box tubing with a CJ bullbar on it and a 2x2 in it (meaning the hitch hole is on the backside). someday I'll trim the bottom of the outer ends for a bit more ground clearance, but I've changed my mind about angling them back after getting a bit too close to trees. I prefer that corner to stick out a bit because the trees get even closer if you are angled downhill even just a little bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75sv1 Posted November 18, 2020 Share Posted November 18, 2020 I have a Logan's on mine: http://www.logansmetal4x4.com/jechxjnonwib.html I am looking at the Bad Dad hidden winch, too. I do have a Boostwerks hidden winch steering box brace not installed for another build. A lot of neat bumpers out there, by smaller builders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnkyboy Posted November 18, 2020 Share Posted November 18, 2020 Winch (Y/N) : Yes, hidden 10k Homemade/Kit/Prefabricated : Homemade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89eliminator Posted November 18, 2020 Share Posted November 18, 2020 Homemade with a Warn M8000 winch. I’d like to have a better approach angle otherwise I like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasbulliwagen Posted November 20, 2020 Share Posted November 20, 2020 This is a modified Smittybuilt light bar, made for a Smittybuilt bumper, on a stock bumper. No winch. With a front hitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kheltic Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Hey everyone, I wanted to make a list of available bumpers (front and rear) for a comanche. I've been looking into this JCR rear bumper but I held off because in their description it says it's not rated for towing. Does anyone have experience with it towing? Safe or not so safe? https://www.jcroffroad.com/product/MJRC.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krustyballer16 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 I think there is already a page for this. But dirtbound offroad makes some awesome bumpers. I've ran them for a few years now. Their rear bumper looks way better than jcr'sSent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rylee144 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 I think dirt bound has a tow hitch that only works with their bumper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krustyballer16 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 I think dirt bound has a tow hitch that only works with their bumper. Correct. Or if you notch the bumper a little bit my hitch will work with it Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSch88L Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 If you like stock looking stuff BadDadFab does a really nice stock front bumper with an integrated winch receiver, and of course, the good ol' Westin/Fey rear bumper. Otherwise, theres JCR, Dirtbound, Ares Fabrication, Hanson and Nates for custom stuff that I know of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 1 hour ago, Kheltic said: Hey everyone, I wanted to make a list of available bumpers (front and rear) for a comanche. I've been looking into this JCR rear bumper but I held off because in their description it says it's not rated for towing. Does anyone have experience with it towing? Safe or not so safe? https://www.jcroffroad.com/product/MJRC.html I run that rear bumper and also the JCR vanguard front bumper. Front bumpers are practically limitless since they are just an XJ bumper and oem styles as well as tons of aftermarket options are available. The JCR bumper fits really nice and I do use mine for towing. I’ve towed about 2500lbs with it no problem. It’s just not “rated” for towing. You won’t find many aftermarket bumpers that are unless they went through the process of certifying them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 there's probably a couple threads like this. not sure how old they are or if everything is still available that was listed. 3x5 box steel is always available Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex06 Posted December 30, 2020 Author Share Posted December 30, 2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 18 hours ago, OldSch88L said: If you like stock looking stuff BadDadFab does a really nice stock front bumper with an integrated winch receiver, and of course, the good ol' Westin/Fey rear bumper. Otherwise, theres JCR, Dirtbound, Ares Fabrication, Hanson and Nates for custom stuff that I know of. Is that a bumper with an integral winch mount, or is that just a hidden winch kit for use with a factory bumper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex06 Posted December 30, 2020 Author Share Posted December 30, 2020 7 minutes ago, Eagle said: Is that a bumper with an integral winch mount, or is that just a hidden winch kit for use with a factory bumper? There's a great couple of pictures of the DBF bumper in my thread above, FYI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 6 minutes ago, Tex06 said: There's a great couple of pictures of the DBF bumper in my thread above, FYI And based on that, the BadDadFab is only a mount, it does not include the bumper. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex06 Posted December 30, 2020 Author Share Posted December 30, 2020 Winch (Y/N): Y Homemade/Kit/Prefabricated: Prefab Manufacturer: JCR Offroad Model: Vanguard Link (if applicable): https://www.quadratec.com/p/jcr-offroad/vanguard-front-winch-bumper-bolt-grill-guard-cherokee-xj What you like/dislike or would change if you could do it over again, price, and any general comments.: Damn thing is pricey! jcr-xjfv-tw-pc-vanguard-front-winch-prerunner-bumper-xj-blk-1.webp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSch88L Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 40 minutes ago, Eagle said: Is that a bumper with an integral winch mount, or is that just a hidden winch kit for use with a factory bumper? Well, it's a hidden winch mounts, but comes with a factory bumper modified with a fairlead and tow eyelets, here's the link, and ignore the big hole, which is there for testing purposes: https://www.facebook.com/Baddadfab/photos/658277124744957 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSch88L Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 5 minutes ago, OldSch88L said: Well, it's a hidden winch mounts, but comes with a factory bumper modified with a fairlead and tow eyelets, here's the link, and ignore the big hole, which is there for testing purposes: https://www.facebook.com/Baddadfab/photos/658277124744957 Hmm my bad I guess; I thought I read somewhere that you could buy this mount with a pre-made bumper! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moparbrown Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Got mine from Affordable off-road.They had a few options for cherokees. Fits well but I’m not in love with the gaps between the fender and bumper.https://affordableoffroad.com/shop/affordable-prerunner-front-bumper-jeep-cherokee-xjcomanche-84-01/Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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