After-Market Bumpers Offer Strength And Looks

After-Market Bumpers Offer Strength And Looks PICKUPS Accessories 33-6-29 Unhappy with after-market truck bumpers, Johnny Ramirez took his frustration to his shop, where he designed Fusion Bumpers. "The bumpers on the market were tough, but they were bulky, sticking out and taking over the whole vehicle," says Ramirez. "We wanted to add to the look of the truck." Laser cut and TIG welded at all visible joints, Fusion Bumpers use 1/4-in. thick center sections and 1/8-in. gussets for strength and support. All bumpers are sand blasted, acid dipped and primed for paint. The bolt-on units fit stock mounting holes. "Our signature feature is the air vents," says Ramirez. "They improve air flow to the radiator and intercooler. No one else offers anything like it." Another unique feature of the custom bumpers is the ability to reinstall the stock fog lights. The bumpers also feature integrated clevis tow mounts. Fusion Bumper options include grill guards, light bars and additional fog lights. Ramirez also offers rear bumpers. "They're made with 3/16-in. construction, but otherwise they're made the same as our front bumpers," he says. "They have a æstreet look' that really complements the vehicle." Fusion Bumper units are available in raw steel, powder coated or primed. Ramirez says it makes more sense for customers to match paint colors exactly on site. Plus it's too easy for painted bumpers to get dinged up during shipping. Front bumpers start at $1,095. Rear bumpers start at $849. Fusion Bumpers ship throughout the U.S. and Canada. The company has three dealerships in Washington and Idaho and is looking for more dealers. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Treasure Valley Diesel, 10437 Highway 95, Payette, Idaho 83661 (ph 877 208-0525; tvdiesel@att.net; www.fusionbumpers.com).

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