The FX4 Has the tow hooks and there is a bracket welded on to hold to hold them but it's not there on anything that does not have the tow hooks.
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That looks sharp. Not over the top like many. I like it 
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Yeah, but the FX4 has the metal front skid plate, and a basic XLT has plastic or cloth, right?
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So these two bulls walk into a bar...
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I like it, is it solidly installed underneath and where did you get it.. I also ha e been looking for this.After a few years of waiting and searching I finally found a bull bar that meets my needs. I wanted something that was vehicle specific, modest in size, and did not require me to alter or obstruct my tow hooks. I did not install the bumper protection bars, and instead designed and 3d printed ASA covers to fill the space (pictures below).
It does not restrict airflow to the radiator, and I assume it wouldn't block any pre collision assist sensors (I don't have that option). From what it says its only designed for an XLT model, which I have, but I had to make it work with the FX4. The bottom hole doesn't line up well and I had to install it from the top down.
Also, I know that this is not a real bull bar and will not protect in collisions etc, etc. Its mostly just cosmetic, but I plan to put a slim 8" light bar hanging below the upper bar, so there is some function there.
I think the install came out great and I'm happy with it. Took it through the car wash with no hang ups and drove it around for a while with no rattling or movement. Definitely a solid install.
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Yes, it's definitely a cosmetic addition. I don't think it would lessen damage from a front end collision. It does look good though. I'm looking for a more substantial solution. I did find one and it's overkill, but after an accident it is starting to grow on me.After a few years of waiting and searching I finally found a bull bar that meets my needs. I wanted something that was vehicle specific, modest in size, and did not require me to alter or obstruct my tow hooks. I did not install the bumper protection bars, and instead designed and 3d printed ASA covers to fill the space (pictures below).
It does not restrict airflow to the radiator, and I assume it wouldn't block any pre collision assist sensors (I don't have that option). From what it says its only designed for an XLT model, which I have, but I had to make it work with the FX4. The bottom hole doesn't line up well and I had to install it from the top down.
Also, I know that this is not a real bull bar and will not protect in collisions etc, etc. Its mostly just cosmetic, but I plan to put a slim 8" light bar hanging below the upper bar, so there is some function there.
I think the install came out great and I'm happy with it. Took it through the car wash with no hang ups and drove it around for a while with no rattling or movement. Definitely a solid install.
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Is this one bolted to the frame and where did you buy it ?
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Exactly! Full speed ahead, you are prepared to meet up w/ Humphrey
Idk looks like a damage multiplier to me. A collision with something that might've just scuffed up the lower valence is now going to push the entire bumper in.
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Agree. Purely cosmetic pep boys crap.
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can you provide a ‘link’?After a few years of waiting and searching I finally found a bull bar that meets my needs. I wanted something that was vehicle specific, modest in size, and did not require me to alter or obstruct my tow hooks. I did not install the bumper protection bars, and instead designed and 3d printed ASA covers to fill the space (pictures below).
It does not restrict airflow to the radiator, and I assume it wouldn't block any pre collision assist sensors (I don't have that option). From what it says its only designed for an XLT model, which I have, but I had to make it work with the FX4. The bottom hole doesn't line up well and I had to install it from the top down.
Also, I know that this is not a real bull bar and will not protect in collisions etc, etc. Its mostly just cosmetic, but I plan to put a slim 8" light bar hanging below the upper bar, so there is some function there.
I think the install came out great and I'm happy with it. Took it through the car wash with no hang ups and drove it around for a while with no rattling or movement. Definitely a solid install.
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Its held on with T-bolts on the bottom and the radiator bracket bolts in the grill. You can rock the whole truck up and down by grabbing the cross bar. Its on there solid.
When I bought it, there were 6 in stock.
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Nice, I think it looks good the way you have it and may offer some parking lot minimal speed protection. I will probably go with that one if it becomes available. I see it says something to the effect if Currently Unavailable and We Don't Know When It Will Be on Amazon.
I have an XLT on order that should be built this week.
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The Norcross one is a fwd hybrid used for “code enforcement” in a town of 9,000. Likewise, the SLO one is an outreach vehicle used at events to look pretty. I live in SoCal and am on the road a lot. I have seen mavericks used for parking enforcement, city parks, water company, gas company and lot of private businesses, but none so far used as police cruisers.
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