rollpan vs. chrome bumper - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jklonowski · 03-12-2009, 12:00 AM

hey i was wondering what is the best way to go to get a rollpan or a sport chrome bumper. i heard that a little costumizing had to be done to make the bumper look right, and can i use the factory bumper brackets? is a bolt on roll pan easy to install?

RonnieTheBull · 03-12-2009, 12:43 AM

I a going back and forth with this same issue...I have the roll pand already and debating to cross over to the sports bumper...anxious to see the replies this gathers....hope everyone posts pics as well

jklonowski · 03-12-2009, 12:57 AM

i had another 86 gmc with a early 90's rear bumper on it and it looked pretty good a lot better than the stock.

RonnieTheBull · 03-12-2009, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by jklonowski

i had another 86 gmc with a early 90's rear bumper on it and it looked pretty good a lot better than the stock.

Any pics??

willett · 03-12-2009, 01:24 AM

what is a sport bumper?

heavychevy79 · 03-12-2009, 03:59 AM

My old boss put a roll pan on his 94 Suburban, then a few weeks later proceded to back into a poll, busting the roll pan and denting the door.
A bumper would not have been dented at all.

I'm not trying to talk anyone out of a roll pan, it's just something to think about.
I like 'em both ways the same so I couldn't vote on it.

They look good to me with no bumper or pan, so I've been snatching those
unused factory LP lamps/brackets that are hidden behind the bumpers.

mhicks · 03-12-2009, 07:23 AM

Is this what is considered a sport bumper?

bigarmzz · 03-12-2009, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by mhicks

Is this what is considered a sport bumper?

basically, yeah, but the stepside bumper's are different...i know confusing huh?

sport bumper on a truck i built a few years ago-

grinch4om · 03-12-2009, 07:38 AM

to me a roll pan in the back and a chrome bumper in front looks out of place, here's this big honkin chrome thing on front and this painted smooth back, looks unfinished to me or two different styes competing

JohnC · 03-12-2009, 08:09 AM

I like the sport bumper too! I agree it looks out of place with a front bumper and no rear bumper.

**N2TRUX** · 03-12-2009, 08:46 AM

It's really a matter of preference. I think the current trend on our era of trucks is running stock bumpers front and rear. I like that trend myself.

Some may prefer a roll pan, but I think it looks out of place unless the truck has other custom features such as shaved handles, drip rails, etc.

jklonowski · 03-12-2009, 09:37 AM

how hard is it to mount the sport bumper and the rollpan do i need a different bracket system for any of the two?

jchav62 · 03-12-2009, 09:41 AM

I had a roll pan on my '83. Now I have a sport bumper on my '73. I prefer the bumper look...

jchav62 · 03-12-2009, 09:45 AM

Here's some pics to help you with your decision...

kelsfine69 · 03-12-2009, 10:14 AM

What years of trucks did the sport bumper come on? Did they come from Factory with them? Why would you have to modify the brackets to make them fit right?

jrsmith_2010 · 03-12-2009, 10:29 AM

i think it depends on what the plans are for the truck, if its gonna stay stock or raised, i say sport bumper. but if its gonna be lowered or slammed, then id go with the rollpan IMO

**N2TRUX** · 03-12-2009, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by kelsfine69

What years of trucks did the sport bumper come on? Did they come from Factory with them? Why would you have to modify the brackets to make them fit right?

The sport bumper is the stock rear bumper for all years. There are two different styles which are early 73-80, and late 81-87 (81-91 for Burbs & Blazer's).

Most "trucks" were order without out a bumper and had a dealer installed "step" unit that was int tune with the owners use. The brackets to fit the sport bumpers are different than the step bumpers due to their shape.

crawdadfox · 03-12-2009, 11:00 AM

I like sport bumpers...but when you pull them in tight to the body, they dont offer much "crash" protection! Another option would be to color match the bumpers to the body color.

jchav62 · 03-12-2009, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by kelsfine69

What years of trucks did the sport bumper come on? Did they come from Factory with them? Why would you have to modify the brackets to make them fit right?

I think if you use one off of a Blazer or Suburban, some modifications may be needed. I think the brackets are different. I'm not quite sure though.

justpball · 03-12-2009, 12:27 PM

I like the bumper look on there, I agree with everyone else and it looks out of place with the bumper on front and pan in the back...
Love that look Crawdad!

kelsfine69 · 03-12-2009, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by jchav62

I think if you use one off of a Blazer or Suburban, some modifications may be needed. I think the brackets are different. I'm not quite sure though.

I have a step now but like the looks of a sport better. I will have to go look for a suburban at the wreckers now

boatpuller · 03-12-2009, 12:54 PM

here's a couple of old pics,when i had a burb bumper.the outside bracket's are the same as a sport.the inner's are different.i got rid of it because the black pad was scratched and gouged,and i couldn't find just the pad anywhere..............crawdad,don't get rid of that white.i like it,it set's your truck apart.

Pyrotechnic · 03-12-2009, 01:58 PM

+1

Sport bumpers were a factory option on these trucks so nothing special is required. You can use the outer brackets from a Suburban or Blazer, but the inner brackets are truck specific but are available from LMC.

ca180 · 03-12-2009, 02:43 PM

I prefer the sport bumpers when they're tucked up tight. Huge gaps are major fail.

I lucked out when I went to the salvage last month. They were having a big sale and I got a sporty with brackets for $17.99!

tvblazer78 · 03-12-2009, 05:05 PM

I like the bumper a lot, but I put the rollpan on the blazer, you just don't see them much and I was going for a look that most people don't go with.

03-12-2009, 12:00 AM	#1
jklonowski Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: franklin kentucky Posts: 70	rollpan vs. chrome bumper hey i was wondering what is the best way to go to get a rollpan or a sport chrome bumper. i heard that a little costumizing had to be done to make the bumper look right, and can i use the factory bumper brackets? is a bolt on roll pan easy to install?

03-12-2009, 12:43 AM	#2
RonnieTheBull Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: MARYLAND Posts: 84	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper I a going back and forth with this same issue...I have the roll pand already and debating to cross over to the sports bumper...anxious to see the replies this gathers....hope everyone posts pics as well

03-12-2009, 12:57 AM	#3
jklonowski Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: franklin kentucky Posts: 70	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper i had another 86 gmc with a early 90's rear bumper on it and it looked pretty good a lot better than the stock.

03-12-2009, 01:24 AM	#5
willett Another Day, Another Dollar Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: North Vancouver, BC Posts: 1,316	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper what is a sport bumper? __________________ -78 K20 Cheyenne 454 long box, 4" lift, 35" MT's, '84 cab, '80 box "its hip to be square"

03-12-2009, 03:59 AM	#6
heavychevy79 Cheyenne Super Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 545	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper My old boss put a roll pan on his 94 Suburban, then a few weeks later proceded to back into a poll, busting the roll pan and denting the door. A bumper would not have been dented at all. I'm not trying to talk anyone out of a roll pan, it's just something to think about. I like 'em both ways the same so I couldn't vote on it. They look good to me with no bumper or pan, so I've been snatching those unused factory LP lamps/brackets that are hidden behind the bumpers.

03-12-2009, 07:23 AM	#7
mhicks Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Weatherford,Tx Posts: 747	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper Is this what is considered a sport bumper? Attached Images

03-12-2009, 07:38 AM	#9
grinch4om dang its hot Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: frankfort kentucky Posts: 1,349	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper to me a roll pan in the back and a chrome bumper in front looks out of place, here's this big honkin chrome thing on front and this painted smooth back, looks unfinished to me or two different styes competing

03-12-2009, 08:09 AM	#10
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper I like the sport bumper too! I agree it looks out of place with a front bumper and no rear bumper.

03-12-2009, 08:46 AM	#11
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper It's really a matter of preference. I think the current trend on our era of trucks is running stock bumpers front and rear. I like that trend myself. Some may prefer a roll pan, but I think it looks out of place unless the truck has other custom features such as shaved handles, drip rails, etc. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-12-2009, 09:37 AM	#12
jklonowski Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: franklin kentucky Posts: 70	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper how hard is it to mount the sport bumper and the rollpan do i need a different bracket system for any of the two?

03-12-2009, 09:41 AM	#13
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper I had a roll pan on my '83. Now I have a sport bumper on my '73. I prefer the bumper look... Attached Images __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

03-12-2009, 09:45 AM	#14
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper Here's some pics to help you with your decision... Attached Images __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

03-12-2009, 10:14 AM	#15
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper What years of trucks did the sport bumper come on? Did they come from Factory with them? Why would you have to modify the brackets to make them fit right? __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...

03-12-2009, 10:29 AM	#16
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper i think it depends on what the plans are for the truck, if its gonna stay stock or raised, i say sport bumper. but if its gonna be lowered or slammed, then id go with the rollpan IMO __________________ 1979 Silverado- lowered 5/7, 20 inch Boss rims, everything shaved, caddy lights, billet interior, UP FOR SALE! 1983 Scottsdale-on the back burner...SOLD!!! 1992 Silverado- extended cab, stock for now, but no promises SOLD!!! 2006 Chevy Cobalt-college car, staying stock Whatever can't get fixed with a hammer, a roll of duct tape, a clothes hanger, a tube of glue, and a case of beer, can wait until tomorrow.

03-12-2009, 11:00 AM	#18
crawdadfox Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: New Orleans Louisiana.....a great place to visit but you wouldn't want to live here!!! Posts: 883	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper I like sport bumpers...but when you pull them in tight to the body, they dont offer much "crash" protection! Another option would be to color match the bumpers to the body color. Attached Images __________________ Down......with the sickness!!



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03-12-2009, 12:27 PM	#20
justpball Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Silverhill, Al Posts: 2,026	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper I like the bumper look on there, I agree with everyone else and it looks out of place with the bumper on front and pan in the back... Love that look Crawdad! __________________ Fuzzy Dice Club Member 87 Crew SWB Build for the crew http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=430082 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3232925 90 burb 2wd Build Thread For The Burb! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=383055 Last edited by justpball; 03-12-2009 at 12:28 PM.

03-12-2009, 12:54 PM	#22
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper here's a couple of old pics,when i had a burb bumper.the outside bracket's are the same as a sport.the inner's are different.i got rid of it because the black pad was scratched and gouged,and i couldn't find just the pad anywhere..............crawdad,don't get rid of that white.i like it,it set's your truck apart. Attached Images __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

03-12-2009, 01:58 PM	#23
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper +1 Sport bumpers were a factory option on these trucks so nothing special is required. You can use the outer brackets from a Suburban or Blazer, but the inner brackets are truck specific but are available from LMC. __________________ 1977 GMC Sierra Grande Last edited by Pyrotechnic; 03-12-2009 at 02:00 PM.

03-12-2009, 02:43 PM	#24
ca180 tryin to get laid Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: OK Posts: 198	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper I prefer the sport bumpers when they're tucked up tight. Huge gaps are major fail. I lucked out when I went to the salvage last month. They were having a big sale and I got a sporty with brackets for $17.99!

03-12-2009, 05:05 PM	#25
tvblazer78 Low & Fast! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 3,110	Re: rollpan vs. chrome bumper I like the bumper a lot, but I put the rollpan on the blazer, you just don't see them much and I was going for a look that most people don't go with. __________________ Southeastern Mini Truckin' Nationals April 27 and 28, 2012

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