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Originally Posted by 72kool
ok here is what i have now. i have a receiver and itl probly stay on but i want a nice bumper that can pull a heavy trailer if need be.the bumper i have now is worthless in all aspects for me and i just dont like the look
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Bumpers with hitches just are not rated as high as receiver hitches for a reason and most of it is mounting to the rails.
The bumper you have is a specialized design of which there are several variations. It is intended to allow the tailgate to be folded down 180* with the straps off so the truck can be docked for loading without putting weight on the gate. It is also popular for livestock haules too.
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Originally Posted by 72kool
Thanks jjorgensen52.that one is better than than mine. I looked up in my owners manual and my bumper was a factory option you had to order
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Your bumper was not a factory option. It may possibly have been an accessory. But very likely was dealer installed. The factory bumpers were the standard (sport) or a step bumper. They were similar to the stepside bumper shown but fleetsides (widesides) were different. Overall there are a large number of step bumper styles that are period for your truck. Find something you like and use the receiver to actually pull anything heavy.