Just Bought a 2005 KDSS GX470...and Joined IH8Mud. :)

[SouthernSS]

I probably over did it so thta it could tow the max rating. It's easy enough to simply keep the bottom flat and have that 90 degree angle for strength. It also provides protection on the body of the truck. If there isnt a lip there the body may take damage. The choices were to put that lip to provide a buffer, increase the angle of the plate itself so that it sits low enough, keep the edge traditionally flat.

I choose to put the small lip all the way around for multiple reasons:

1. It gives that extra buffer needed for the body protection. If it does make contact with the lip it should provide FAR less resistance to sliding over the rock than the entire flat piece of plate, like an ice skate on ice. The new design includes a ramp so that the lip begins flat near the wheel and graduates up to full height.
2. It provides considerable stiffness to the entirety of the bumper for little weight added.
3. It also protects the bumpers mounting bolts from shearing over an obstacle.

The evolution of our products is a continuing process.

 

[BonnerBB]

I understand SS. Thanks! Perhaps the reason Dans looks less bulky is because he doesn't have the wings that extend past his body. I really think the SS bumper would look good body color matched with a front color matched bumper to. Can't won't until someone does it.

 

[GXO]

My brother ordered a SS front. I wager he would color match it...will ask.

 

[BonnerBB]

My brother ordered a SS front. I wager he would color match it...will ask.

Cool...