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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 01:47 PM
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Looking for a new front bumper

well the front stock bumper of the 03 ex is getting lots of rust spots and a big dent on the side. $450 from the local dealer for just the bumper.

thinking of replacing it with an aftermarket bumper. I like the Top Gun Premium plus which is winch ready and with receiver tube.

Please offer other suggestions beside Top Gun bumper.
thanks!
 
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 03:54 PM
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maybe a 05+ bumper and then upgrade your grill?
 
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 04:54 PM
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so, let me get this straight: all that is preventing me from using the 05 grill is the bumper, right?

An 05 bumper will just bolt on to my 02?

And, has anyone used the chrome plated STEEL grill shell from aftermarket sources with any success?

Lastly, will the 05 headlights simply replace my 02 ones?

thanks in advance for any help i can get
 
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 06:04 PM
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For the money of a Top Gun you can buy a Ranch Hand and save up for a winch. Their GGs are like $700. Ranch Hands are $450 and stout as hell.

Mine has saved my truck from two new front ends already (I wasn't in the car for one of 'em and the second time a lady backed into the "Wing" at McDonalds).

The Legend Series Ranch Hand is probably one of the toughest in the market, only second to South Texas Outfitters (5" pipe vs 4" pipe on RH) and Reunel (different style).

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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 11:02 AM
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For the money of a Top Gun you can buy a Ranch Hand and save up for a winch. Their GGs are like $700. Ranch Hands are $450 and stout as hell.

Mine has saved my truck from two new front ends already (I wasn't in the car for one of 'em and the second time a lady backed into the "Wing" at McDonalds).

The Legend Series Ranch Hand is probably one of the toughest in the market, only second to South Texas Outfitters (5" pipe vs 4" pipe on RH) and Reunel (different style).

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Where can you get a Ranch Hands that cheap? Best i can find is $1055 their Legend with winch mount. Top Gun with winch mount for $1020
 
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