Hanson Offroad Comanche Rear Bumper

[Kedosp]

I bought a JCR front XJ bumper a year ago and intended to buy a MJ rear bumper from them as well, but JCR and my 2^nd choice Dirt Bound Offroad have both stopped production of their assembled bumpers.  A third option that I didn’t find at first was Hanson Offroad, who still makes an assembled and powder coated rear MJ bumper that seemed like it would complement the JCR front bumper nicely.  I spoke with the owner Steve (who is also a Comanche owner) when I placed my order and he warned me that it would take several months to receive the bumper since they were such a limited production item.

 

I wasn’t in a hurry so I sent payment and placed my order.  There were a few delays along the way, sometimes I had to call more than once for an update, but most of the updates I received came directly from the owner Steve who was good to work with.  Last week I was notified that the bumper was finally ready and had been shipped.  I picked it up Thursday and was very satisfied with how well it was packed and strapped to the pallet.  Once I got it home and unwrapped, I was very impressed with the build quality and overall look of the bumper.  It seems like it will fit well comparing it to the original bumper mounting points, but I haven’t been able to install it just yet. 

 

When removing my original bumper and receiver hitch, I broke one of the 15 or so bolts holding them both on.  Hopefully, I’ll be able to get that out in the next day or so and get the new bumper installed, but I wanted to show off this beauty and let the community know about this rear bumper option since it doesn’t get much attention.

 

Overall, I would say as long as you’re not in a hurry and are patient with Hanson Offroad this is a great option and I’m glad I ordered it.  I’ll post a follow up once I get that broken bolt out and have it mounted up.

[fiatslug87]

How long did it take to get?

[Kedosp]

It took about 5 months, which is longer than normal.  Shipping is also expensive since it had to go by freight.

 

As far as I know though, this is the only company that makes a heavy duty, offroad style, assembled rear bumper for an MJ.  
 

Now that I have the bumper, it was worth the wait and I would order from them again if I needed a 2nd bumper.  

[Smash6]

That's a beautiful bumper. I can't wait to see it mounted. As for the wait time - I have Hanson bumpers on my LJ and they are very, very well made - I'd happily wait for their products. 

[pizzaman09]

That is a beautiful bumper.  

[Kedosp]

I finally had time to remove the broken factory bolt install the new bumper and I gotta say, it’s pretty awesome!!!

 

I’m very happy with it and love how it cleans up the rear of the Jeep.
 

[89 MJ]

That looks really nice. Good protection without looking obnoxious. 

[Pete M]

that looks awesome!

 

what's the plan for a plate?  bracket inserted into the hitch?

[Kedosp]

Yes, planning to mount the license plate on a receiver hitch bracket of some sort.  
 

For now it’s in my rear window which won’t make the law very happy, but is better than no plate.

[ghetdjc320]

That’s a clean looking bumper!

[pizzaman09]

How does one access the pin to retain the trailer hitch.

[Kedosp]

There is plenty of clearance behind the bumper to reach under and insert the pin and the clip from the back.  Easier than I thought it would be