custom rear bumper help

[SS Tim]

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

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.

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

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.