FAQ's

2009-10-13T01:24:00.000-07:00

1. How does a rear truck bumper differ from a front bumper?
The front bumper is designed to ensure perfect aerodynamics. Unnecessary ornaments and accessories are avoided on the front bumper. On the other hand, no such complications exist with the rear bumper.

2. Is there any point in having a step in the front bumper also?
Yes. The step on the bumper will help you clean the front portion of your truck better. If you do not have a step, you may have to stand on the bumper or the engine grille. This may lead to distortion of the shape of the body parts of the truck.

3. Is not a truck bumper just an oversized car bumper?
Definitely not. Bumpers are supposed to protect the vehicles from damage in event of low speed collisions of up to 5mph. A truck traveling at 5mph will exert a lot more force as compared to a car. Truck bumpers are stronger, heavier and made to last longer.

4. Bumpers are made of plastic only. Why are they so expensive?
The bumpers are made out of metal. The plastic that you see is merely a bumper cover that is designed to offer additional protection to the bumper. Consider it as a back up of a backup for your vehicle.

5. So I can skip the plastic cover if I want to? Will that help me save money?
Yes… and no. You can skip the plastic cover. However, painting metal bumpers and improving its appearance is a lot more difficult as compared to a plastic cover. Further, repairing a metal bumper after a crash will be more expensive than repairing a plastic cover.

6. What modifications can I opt for when going in for a new bumper?
You can make your choice depending on your special requirements. If you take the truck off the road very often, then a low bumper will get tangled with the under bush and lead to frequent repairs. On the other hand, if you use the truck in urban settings, you can fit the bumper as low as possible so that no vehicle will get stuck in the gap between the road and your truck.

7. What do I need to consider when installing the bumper?
The truck bumpers need to be firmly fastened to the truck. You cannot afford one end sliding down and hitting the road when you are traveling at 60 mph on the road or even at 20 mph off the road. If the nuts and bolts do not fit right, get it done by a mechanic. However, do not settle for a less than perfect job.

8. Why is knowledge of electrical wiring essential when installing a bumper?
You may have auxiliary lights fitted in the bumper of your truck. You will have to fit these lights properly when replacing your existing bumper with a replacement bumper.

9. Is it risky to opt for an aftermarket truck bumper?
No. Aftermarket truck bumper manufacturers offer the same quality as OEM bumpers. Hence, you can opt for aftermarket brands without any hesitation. Just make sure you buy the same from a reputed seller.

10. What about a used bumper? Is it suitable for trucks?
Yes. If you are not in a position to afford the aftermarket bumper, then even a used bumper would work well for you. You must make sure there are no structural defects in the bumper.

11. Should I go in for a towing hook along with the bumper? Can I not fix it afterwards?
Yes. You can fix the towing hook later as well. However, make sure the hook is fixed firmly to the structure. The last thing you want is the hook to come free when you are towing any other vehicle. A hook that is fitted to the bumper will be structurally sound.

12. Bumpers help save millions of dollars. How can it be true?
Even a collision at 5 mph can cause severe deformity to the structure of the vehicle. In case of heavy vehicles like trucks, this damage will be even higher. A bumper will absorb the impact and save the structure the truck. Repairing or replacing the bumper is cheaper than repairing the truck.

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Just check for the 'htttps' in the address bar when you are providing your credit card information. This is enough proof that the information you provide can be seen by any other web surfer.

14. What is a truck roll pan? Is it better than a truck bumper?
A truck roll pan is a bumper shaped like an extension of the body of the truck. This makes your truck look better as there would be no protrusions or extensions. However, the pan is not as functional as the bumper. The latter offers better protection.

15. I need my truck bumper really fast. Can you ensure delivery quickly?
We have tie ups with junk yards all over the country from where we can obtain the best quality bumper for your truck in very less time. The delivery shall be made from the junk yard that is situated closest to you. Hence, we are in a position to offer very quick delivery.

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