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  • What is a Deep Drop Bumper? How Do I Know If I Have One?
  • A deep drop bumper is also known as a cowboy bumper. It is taller than a regular bumper, and would use a receiver that is lower than what would be used on the same vehicle that was equipped with a standard bumper. If you click on the provided link, you can see our Bumper FAQ article that will explain it in full. If your 1999 Ford F series has the cowboy bumper, the # C15316 would work great for you. If you have the standard bumper, # C14355 would be a better choice. This hitch will only...
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  • Will Filling Your RV Bumper With Spray Foam Increase The Load Capacity
  • No, just adding in spray foam will not increase the capacity of the bumper in order to hold the 24x64 etrailer Cargo Carrier # e83YR. The main figure for an RV bumper's capacity is how strong the connection is to the trailer frame, which is why we offer the Mount-n-Lock SafetyStruts Universal RV Bumper Support Brackets # MO34VR to help support the extra weight that the cargo carrier puts on the bumper. Filling the bumper with spray foam would actually just increase its overall weight,...
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  • What is an OEM Bumper
  • OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer. Therefore, an OEM bumper would describe the bumper supplied with the truck as it came from the factory.
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  • Bumper Bolt On Mount Base Plate For 1990 Jeep Wrangler Standard Bumper
  • You can use the Blue Ox Bolt-On Base Plate Bracket Kit - 5,000 lbs # BX88230. You will have to drill some holes in your bumper but if will mount flush and give you the connection points you need to connect to a blue ox tow bar. Just make sure you call the bumper manufacturer and verify that the bumper can handle this application.
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  • Is There Resource For Indicating Bumper Capacity on 2019 Chaparral For Bumper Cargo Carrier e83YR
  • Good question, and there isn't an online resource that I was able to find so there are a couple of things you can do to find out the bumper capacity on your 2019 Chaparral so you can safely mount the cargo carrier you asked about, which is the following part number: - 24x64 etrailer Cargo Carrier for RV Bumper # e83YR The first and easiest is to check and see if there is a sticker or placard on the bumper indicating the capacity; this is somewhat common and is often on the back of the...
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  • How to Determine How RV Bumper is Welded
  • Most RV bumpers have a plastic plug on each end, so the interior of the bumper can be used for storage. You should be able to remove the plug and look inside the bumper to see how the seam is welded, one continuous weld or a series of spot welds. A continuously welded bumper is stronger, and would be suitable for a bike rack like the Swagman # S80501. As long as the bumper is steel and continuously welded, the weight of the rack and that of the bikes carried on it should not have any ill...
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  • Are There Insurance or Liability Issues When the Factory Bumper Beam is Replaced for a Hitch?
  • There are no issues with liability or insurance issues with this hitch part # 76260. Draw-Tite does extensive testing to ensure the safety of the hitch and the vehicle. This hitch in particular is a great option because the receiver tube is completely hidden behind the bumper. When your hitch is not in use, the bumper cover will install and completely conceal the hitch giving an oem appearance.
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  • Will Taylor Made Foam Dock Bumper 36946011 Stabilize Floating Dock
  • A foam dock bumper such as the Taylor Made Foam Dock Bumper - Edge Mount - 36" Long x 5" Tall x 3-1/4" Thick # 36946011 you asked about will do a wonderful job of protecting your boat from your floating dock, but it isn't going to do much, if anything at all, in regards to stabilizing it. The best way to do that is going to be with some type of anchor system instead. The bumper will be a nice addition to your dock to keep your boat in great shape though, and is simple to install with its...
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  • Will Trailer Hitch Weaken Bumper of 2015 Audi Q5
  • That's a good question but no, the bumper on your 2015 Audi Q5 will not be damaged more easily and will not be more fragile with the installation of the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75940. The bumper support is directly replaced by the hitch, and in fact the bumper support is made of aluminum while the hitch is steel. So the hitch won't negatively affect you (or your pup getting in and out) of your Audi. I also wanted to add that if you plan on doing some towing and need...
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  • Finding Bumper Guards and Hitch Steps at etrailer
  • Most of our bumper guards like the Bully Black Bull Hitch-Mounted Step for 2" Hitches # BBS-1102 are labelled as "hitch steps" since that is usually their primary function and bumper guard is a nice extra feature. Not all hitch steps are bumper guards though. They can be found in our towing catalog under accessories and hitch covers. We have some fun options in that category, from the Hitch Stair # RHS2 if you want TWO steps to the WeatherTech BumpStepXL for extra bumper protection. For...
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  • Texture of Black Powder Coat Finish on Westin Trailblazer Front Bumper # 42-2005
  • According to my contact at Westin their front and rear black powder-coated bumpers for the 1992 Jeep Wrangler (YJ), parts # 42-3005 and # 42-2005, have a black wrinkle finish. These bumpers are not offered with any other type of black finish.
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  • Does Rampage Double Tube Bumper for Jeep # RA7649 Have Caps or Welds on the Ends of the Tubes
  • The Rampage Double Tube Bumper for Jeep, part # RA7649, has plastic end caps on the ends of the tubes. This bumper is constructed with a dense zinc undercoating before application of two layers of powder-coat finish. This bumper fits all models of the Jeep Wrangler for model years 1897 through 2006. Installation hardware is included and the instructions are linked for your review.
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  • Reinforcing A Bumper On A 2015 Keystone Laredo 336TG
  • If you want to use 24x64 etrailer Cargo Carrier for RV Bumper # e83YR and be able to use it's rated cargo weight capacity, you can use reinforcements like Mount-n-Lock SafetyStruts Universal RV Bumper Support Brackets # MO34VR. This will boost your weight capacity to 400 lbs so you can safely haul your generator and other heavy cargo.
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  • What Gloss is Used on the Westin Diamondstep Rear Bumper # 61000?
  • I have a great solution for you. The paint on the Westin Diamondstep Rear Bumper # 61000 is a semi-gloss coat. The brackets are purchased separately for this bumper (as opposed to being welded on for installation). However, my contact at Westin confirmed that # 61000 will not work on your 1987 Chevrolet C/K Series pickup. With that being said, the part you need is the Westin Diamondstep Rear Bumper # 20000 along with the Mounting Kit # 92230. Is it gloss? Semi-gloss. Part # 20000 with...
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  • Does the Westin Fey Bumper # 66001-97200 Come with a Hole to Access the Spare Tire?
  • I have an answer for you. Unfortunately, our installation team here at etrailer confirmed that the Westin Fey Surestep Rear Bumper with Custom Installation Kit # 66001-97200 does not have a hole in the bumper that will allow you to access the spare tire hanger on your 1993 Chevy S-10. We unfortunately do not carry any bumper models for your 1993 Chevy 2-10 that have that opening.
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  • Mounting Hardware Required for Pre-Drilled Round Rubber Trailer Bumper
  • The Pre-Drilled Round Rubber Trailer Bumper # D3-96 simply requires 9/16" bolts, which can be found at any local hardware store. If you are keeping it at 96" and not cutting the bumper down to size, you will need 9 of these bolts.
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  • Will Cargo Carrier for RV Bumper be Able to Fold up With Ladder on RV
  • With a ladder on the back of your RV it is unlikely you will still be able to fold up the 24 x 84 etrailer Cargo Carrier for RV Bumpers # e96ZR. Reason why is when the carrier folds up it takes up all the space of the bumper, so unless your bumper protrudes out past where the ladder is you won't be able to. If you want that folding feature, and your ladder is off to the side, a carrier with less width will be able to fold up as you can mount it on the side of the ladder. Granted they may...
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  • What Are The Actual Dimensions Of The etrailer RV Bumper Cargo Carrier
  • The 24" x 60" measurement for the etrailer Cargo Carrier for RV Bumper # e99049 is for the inner portion of the carrier. The overall dimensions are 61-5/8" wide x 25-5/8" deep x 3-7/8" tall. you don't have to center the carrier on the bumper. A lot of people will typically have it mounted closer to one side to allow for access to a ladder or spare tire mount.
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  • RV Hitch Option For 2020 Gulf Stream Vintage Cruiser
  • There may be an option for you to add a hitch to your 2020 Gulf Stream Vintage Cruiser travel trailer, but there are no bumper-mounted hitches that fit a 1-1/2" x 4" bumper, so the only thing you may be able to use is a frame-mounted hitch. The best option, which can work so long as your trailer has a Box frame, C-Channel frame, or I-Beam frame that measures between 18" and 51" is the Curt Adjustable Trailer Hitch Receiver - 2" Drop # C13701. This would give you the best option to have...
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  • Can a Trailer Ball Be Mounted Directly To The Bumper of a 1999 Dodge Dakota
  • Some vehicles are designed with a hole in the bumper for attaching a ball for towing. You need to check your owners manual or with your dealer for the towing capacity of your Dakota. You should also check with the Dealer to see if the bumper on your Dakota is rated for towing. I have attached an FAQ article that has tips on how to tow a trailer. You will need to measure the hole in the bumper to make certain you have the correct diameter shank on the ball you wish to attach. If you have...
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