Front Bumpers
There is a wide variety of front bumpers available for the FJ Cruiser. Bumpers are available in steel, aluminum and steel tubes. Many are designed to carry a winch and provide front tow points. In choosing your front bumper I recommend you consider the following items:
- Is weight of concern?
- Do you need a winch?
- Is front angle of approach clearance important?
- Are you looking for ease of installation?
- Do you want your bumper prefinished?
- Do you want a light or bull bar?
- Do you want the ability to mount lights in the bumper?
Once you have considered these items you are ready to make your selection.
I chose the All Pro Off-road front bumper because it was light weight, provided very good front clearance, had a light bar option, and provided for winch installation. I have been mostly satisfied with my bumper choice. However, the bumper is made to go under the front body work on the FJ and does not provide enough clearance. With the flex of the FJ in off road situations you will have problems with the bumper contacting the body work and causing paint damage. I have fixed this problem by modifying the bumper for no longer go under the body work. You should also consider clearance between the bumper and the front body work as a part of your selection criteria.
