Why's the difference in rear bumpers?

[nachocheese]

I'm looking at ordering a LOD rear bumper w/tire carrier what's the difference between the short and full width bumper?

 

[MR.Ty]

One extends the width of the factory fenders, the other extends the width of the body.

 

[dwvninety]

The width of the bumper.

 

[nachocheese]

Does it serve a certain purpose, like more coverage for the rear body or something along those lines?

 

[dwvninety]

If you are planning on running bigger tires a full width bumper might snag.

 

[nachocheese]

Oh I see thanks for the assistance

 

[Havoc40]

As mentioned if you run larger tires the full width can rub. With a shorty there's also less hanging out to catch when dropping off obstacles. If you're going to run flat or cut fenders, I personally think a shorty rear bumper looks the best. With full fenders they look a little weird, but not horrible. I absolutely love mine. Aesthetically pleasing, built like a tank, and so far don't have a single complaint after a year.

 

[nachocheese]

Oh I like that a lot! Thanks for the pics I was really hoping someone would post pics this helps a lot!

 

[nachocheese]

@havoc did your bumper come with the safety chain hooks?

 

[swampdog]

@havoc did your bumper come with the safety chain hooks?

The LOD comes with the tabs welded to the bumper and coated.

 

[Havoc40]

No problem! Glad the pics helped. It really is an awesome rear bumper. It was between this or going with the EVO carrier, but I wanted a little more protection for the traffic I deal with around here. No, the shackles didn't come with it. The tabs are welded on and ready, though.