I really want a new rear bumper with tire carrier for my Ex, but the ones Ive seen are like $2500. Are there no cheaper options?

 

Build your own for about $1000


Move has kits, summit machine has tire carrier spindles.

 

What he said.

 

Any suggestions for people with zero welding skills?

 

Learn to weld

 

Find an independent welder and have him/her weld it up for you.

 

Go aluminess...https://www.aluminess.com/ford/ford-...5/rear-bumper/

 

Ha, I wish I had the time!

 

This is a great idea, thanks for sharing!

 

 

Guess Im gonna have to pony up the cash.

 

 

 

I looked hard at building mine. I have the ability and the tools.
but all the hours....lol. I ended up initially ordering HNC bumpers out of Vancouver, WA.

They were willing to sell me the rear uncoated and I was going to fab the carrier onto it then powder coat afterwards.

I was halfway thru the process when I realized when I towed my enclosed or travel trailer that I wouldn't be able to swing out the tire to open the rear of my Excursion without it hitting my Jack or propane tanks.

I moved forward with the order with them powder coating then and I deflated my 35" tire and crushed it flat then put the core in. Installed it in the stock location then pulled the core out.

Works great. Just something more to consider. The way the aluminum one works it would probably clear though.