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72kool · 04-13-2013, 10:32 PM

im trying to decide what rear bumper to use for my 72 c20. want something agressive and heavy duty due to alot of pulling with truck. any ideas or pictures of your custom bumpers please! thanks

**TBONE1964** · 04-13-2013, 11:02 PM

Here is what I have and it is going away soon. For sale will be the bumper and hitch.

Scott>72-GMC · 04-14-2013, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Here is what I have and it is going away soon. For sale will be the bumper and hitch.

Neat fit what's that off of looks kinda like a later model s10
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**TBONE1964** · 04-14-2013, 05:31 AM

I am not sure but I think it is a late model (88-98) Chevy/GMC pickup or tahoe. If any one knows, please chime in.

sumtercleaner · 04-14-2013, 06:17 AM

Looks like my wifes 02 tahoe other thans hers is chrome
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72kool · 04-14-2013, 09:58 AM

its either a tahoe or a short box stepside from early 2000s. probably a tahoe thoe cuz i tried a stepside bumper on mine and it wouldnt fit

SCHRUMGMC · 04-14-2013, 10:02 AM

You made a good decision to chunk it

Mayo · 04-14-2013, 10:47 AM

TBONE1964, that is definitley a 99-07 GM truck bumper.

Here is a pic of mine. I am guessing it was custom built, its a solid bar with a hitch built in.

72kool · 04-14-2013, 12:24 PM

nice bumper MAYO . i like how solid it is.any body else have more photos please?!?

**JJorgensen52** · 04-14-2013, 12:49 PM

Am I the only person in the world that refuses to use a bumper hitch??

I have a factory sport bumper over a 2" receiver on my truck.

72kool · 04-14-2013, 01:58 PM

No that's what I have now but I like the look of the bumper hitch and the more original factor of it as opposed to a reciever hitch

SCHRUMGMC · 04-14-2013, 02:14 PM

I like the Truck Mayo

Scott>72-GMC · 04-14-2013, 04:49 PM

Mayo has inspired me
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Shyguy · 04-14-2013, 05:36 PM

I have pulled a lot of trailers over the years and like to use a hitch mounted to the frame instead of pulling with a bumper.

I like the ability to use a drop if I need to, to get the trailer more level.

I just bought a '75 C-30 with a real heavy duty rear bumper, but I am going to install a receiver hitch to the frame under the bumper.

I just feel more comfortable that way.

Scott>72-GMC · 04-14-2013, 06:06 PM

My uncles bumper fell off while pulling his trailer then he found it convenient just to take my brackets off my truck I had stored there to fix it now I have no rear bumper
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Scott>72-GMC · 04-14-2013, 06:07 PM

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SCHRUMGMC · 04-14-2013, 06:12 PM

It'll rip the Bumper off

72kool · 04-14-2013, 07:27 PM

I like a receiver too but its not only pulling that I want a good bumper.I also wantg something different than factory. I don't like the way they look and how it wraps around the sides of the truck.

**TBONE1964** · 04-14-2013, 07:29 PM

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TBONE1964, that is definitley a 99-07 GM truck bumper.

Here is a pic of mine. I am guessing it was custom built, its a solid bar with a hitch built in.

Thank you Mayo

SS Tim · 04-14-2013, 07:47 PM

First off show what you have. The factory step bumper is compact compared to some aftermarkets. If your wraps around then it is an aftermarket bumper. If you plan on doing towing then a receiver hitch is very strong and really the only way to go. I've made a couple of bumpers from 2x6 heavy box tubing and with finished ends they look better than a typical channel bumper. Plus they position nicely above a receiver hitch and give good flat protection.

**JJorgensen52** · 04-14-2013, 09:34 PM

This is my original bumper - factory step / hitch bumper (this is correct for trucks from the East Coast so far as I know)

72kool · 04-14-2013, 09:36 PM

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

72kool · 04-14-2013, 09:42 PM

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

Scott>72-GMC · 04-14-2013, 09:59 PM

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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

Ya ur bumper is made so the tailgate can go all the way down and back up to dock doors that's why the wrap around so it bumped against that and not the lights or tail gate personally I like that bumper and love ur tailgate I have a chevy tailgate on my gmc
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snj8198 · 04-14-2013, 10:12 PM

My front and rear bumpers

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04-13-2013, 10:32 PM	#1
72kool Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 613	custom rear bumper help im trying to decide what rear bumper to use for my 72 c20. want something agressive and heavy duty due to alot of pulling with truck. any ideas or pictures of your custom bumpers please! thanks

04-13-2013, 11:02 PM	#2
TBONE1964 Cluster King Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Junction City, OR Posts: 5,263	Re: custom rear bumper help Here is what I have and it is going away soon. For sale will be the bumper and hitch. Attached Images

04-14-2013, 05:31 AM	#4
TBONE1964 Cluster King Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Junction City, OR Posts: 5,263	Re: custom rear bumper help I am not sure but I think it is a late model (88-98) Chevy/GMC pickup or tahoe. If any one knows, please chime in.

04-14-2013, 06:17 AM	#5
sumtercleaner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Sumter SC Posts: 76	Re: custom rear bumper help Looks like my wifes 02 tahoe other thans hers is chrome Posted via Mobile Device

04-14-2013, 09:58 AM	#6
72kool Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 613	Re: custom rear bumper help its either a tahoe or a short box stepside from early 2000s. probably a tahoe thoe cuz i tried a stepside bumper on mine and it wouldnt fit

04-14-2013, 10:02 AM	#7
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: custom rear bumper help You made a good decision to chunk it __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

04-14-2013, 10:47 AM	#8
Mayo Cool Truck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bowie,MD Posts: 1,869	Re: custom rear bumper help TBONE1964, that is definitley a 99-07 GM truck bumper. Here is a pic of mine. I am guessing it was custom built, its a solid bar with a hitch built in. Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C20 Longhorn "Cool Truck" 1937 Chevrolet Pickup - Project Looking for a patina'd 68 50th Anniversary longbed

04-14-2013, 12:24 PM	#9
72kool Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 613	Re: custom rear bumper help nice bumper MAYO . i like how solid it is.any body else have more photos please?!?

04-14-2013, 12:49 PM	#10
JJorgensen52 Simple? What's simple? Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Southeast CT Posts: 1,472	Re: custom rear bumper help Am I the only person in the world that refuses to use a bumper hitch?? I have a factory sport bumper over a 2" receiver on my truck. __________________ CURRENT '50 GMC 100 shortbed Gen IV 4.8 LS - 4L65E (Secret truck, Shhh!!!) Build '63 Buick Wildcat Coupe 401ci Nailhead (Very much in pieces) Photos '66 Impala SS convertible 327-QJet-glide (4 speed swap one of these days...) Photos '69 CST/10 4x4 SWB Stepper 350 2bbl - NV4500/NP241C (Broken Truck!) '72 Sierra Grande 2WD LWB fleetside 350-TH350 Refresh '99 K2500 Silverado RCLB 5.7 Vortec - NV4500/NP241C (Daily) '99 K2500 Suburban 7.4 Vortec - NV4500/NP246 (still working out the bugs) SOLD '71 Custom/10 2WD LWB fleetside - '72 GMC K/3500 Dually (Sold to redryder)

04-14-2013, 01:58 PM	#11
72kool Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 613	Re: custom rear bumper help No that's what I have now but I like the look of the bumper hitch and the more original factor of it as opposed to a reciever hitch

04-14-2013, 02:14 PM	#12
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: custom rear bumper help I like the Truck Mayo __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

04-14-2013, 04:49 PM	#13
Scott>72-GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: New providence ia Posts: 1,018	Re: custom rear bumper help Mayo has inspired me Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 72 GMC super custom.

04-14-2013, 05:36 PM	#14
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: custom rear bumper help I have pulled a lot of trailers over the years and like to use a hitch mounted to the frame instead of pulling with a bumper. I like the ability to use a drop if I need to, to get the trailer more level. I just bought a '75 C-30 with a real heavy duty rear bumper, but I am going to install a receiver hitch to the frame under the bumper. I just feel more comfortable that way. __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

04-14-2013, 06:06 PM	#15
Scott>72-GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: New providence ia Posts: 1,018	Re: custom rear bumper help My uncles bumper fell off while pulling his trailer then he found it convenient just to take my brackets off my truck I had stored there to fix it now I have no rear bumper Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 72 GMC super custom.

04-14-2013, 06:07 PM	#16
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04-14-2013, 06:12 PM	#17
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: custom rear bumper help It'll rip the Bumper off __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

04-14-2013, 07:27 PM	#18
72kool Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 613	Re: custom rear bumper help I like a receiver too but its not only pulling that I want a good bumper.I also wantg something different than factory. I don't like the way they look and how it wraps around the sides of the truck.

04-14-2013, 07:47 PM	#20
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: custom rear bumper help First off show what you have. The factory step bumper is compact compared to some aftermarkets. If your wraps around then it is an aftermarket bumper. If you plan on doing towing then a receiver hitch is very strong and really the only way to go. I've made a couple of bumpers from 2x6 heavy box tubing and with finished ends they look better than a typical channel bumper. Plus they position nicely above a receiver hitch and give good flat protection. __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

04-14-2013, 09:34 PM	#21
JJorgensen52 Simple? What's simple? Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Southeast CT Posts: 1,472	Re: custom rear bumper help This is my original bumper - factory step / hitch bumper (this is correct for trucks from the East Coast so far as I know) __________________ CURRENT '50 GMC 100 shortbed Gen IV 4.8 LS - 4L65E (Secret truck, Shhh!!!) Build '63 Buick Wildcat Coupe 401ci Nailhead (Very much in pieces) Photos '66 Impala SS convertible 327-QJet-glide (4 speed swap one of these days...) Photos '69 CST/10 4x4 SWB Stepper 350 2bbl - NV4500/NP241C (Broken Truck!) '72 Sierra Grande 2WD LWB fleetside 350-TH350 Refresh '99 K2500 Silverado RCLB 5.7 Vortec - NV4500/NP241C (Daily) '99 K2500 Suburban 7.4 Vortec - NV4500/NP246 (still working out the bugs) SOLD '71 Custom/10 2WD LWB fleetside - '72 GMC K/3500 Dually (Sold to redryder)

04-14-2013, 09:36 PM	#22
72kool Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 613	Re: custom rear bumper help 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 Attached Images

04-14-2013, 09:42 PM	#23
72kool Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 613	Re: custom rear bumper help 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

04-14-2013, 10:12 PM	#25
snj8198 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Star Valley, WY Posts: 2,038	Re: custom rear bumper help My front and rear bumpers __________________ Steve 1971 GMC Longbox. Full Roller Stroker 489 w/ FiTech EFI, Chris Straub Cam/NV4500/205/D60/14B w. Grizzly Locker and 4.11's. 2" Lift on 33's

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