Pros & Cons of DIY Bumpers
So, you’re in the market to upgrade that flimsy stock bumper that came standard with your truck? You need a versatile bumper that can actually protect your vehicle. If you’ve done your research, you know that it’s time to answer this key question: should I buy a pre-assembled aftermarket bumper or a DIY bumper kit?
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The 411 on our Off-road Bumpers
What makes a bumper an “off-road bumper? If you don’t know what we mean by “off-road bumper,” let’s start there. Off-road bumpers are heavy duty, aftermarket bumpers designed to add extra protection, power and utility to your truck. Plus, they look epic.
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PRECISION VS. CLASSIC BUMPER SERIES
One of the questions we hear most frequently is, “What’s the difference between a Classic and a Precision DIY bumper kit?” — so, in this blog, we’re here to answer all your Classic vs. Precision Series bumper questions. While both of these bumper series are strong, sleek, and versatile, there are a few slight differences that make each one unique.
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ALLOW US TO REINTRODUCE OURSELVES
Time for a MOVE Bumpers refresh! If you’ve known us for a while now, hi friends. If you’re new to MOVE and don’t know a ton about us: welcome! Here is some info on who MOVE is and what we do. MOVE is an industry leader in aftermarket, heavy-duty steel truck bumpers — with a twist. Because our bumper kits are do-it-yourself, they’re half the price of most pre-assembled aftermarket bumpers. We love trucks, and know how hard it is to find affordable, great quality truck parts — so we created our own, and now we’re the top DIY bumper kit manufacturer...
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10 Things to Know about MOVE Bumpers
1. What is a MOVE bumper? MOVE Bumpers are DIY, weld it yourself bumper kits. You pick your truck make, model, and year, and MOVE sends a kit specifically fit for your truck. You then become responsible for the bumper’s fabrication either welding the bumper pieces together yourself or taking it to a local fabricator using our find a fabricator section, and then bolting the newly fabricated bumper onto your truck. 2. What do I get in the kit? MOVE sends you everything you need to complete a build, short of sending welding supplies
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How-To Build a Custom MOVE Rear Bumper
Last January, MOVE Bumpers landed a spot in an article on TruckTrend, showing a step-by-step process of how to put together and install a MOVE DIY bumper. So, you can only imagine how excited we are to announce that TruckTrend is taking it a step further, this time showing how to build and install a MOVE DIY rear bumper. Scott Thompson was able to complete the entire project in less than a day for his Ford van off-road people mover. While some traditional bolt-on bumper options can reach upwards of $2,000, Thompson was able to completely protect his truck...
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$200 #MOVEBUMPERS Photo Contest (Updated: Winners)
Update: This contest has ended but check out our winners below! Left is our Judge's Choice Winner, Carter W.'s GMC. On the right is our Popular Vote Winner, Seth C.'s Chevy.
Missed your chance to enter our contest? Stay on the lookout for our next photo contest in 2017. And be sure to follow us on facebook & instagram to stay in the loop!
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Now through May 31st, submit your best #MOVEBumpers photo for a chance to win $200 cash! Read full details, enter and vote for your favorite photo below!
[CONTEST OVER]
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Making MOVES for Local Students
We’re excited to share a great new bumper build, right here in our local community of Lewistown, Montana! This build is extra special to us, not just because it’s in our hometown but also because it’s being done by some talented high school students building our DIY Bumper Kits that MOVE Bumpers happily donated to their class. Last week, MOVE Bumpers CEO and Founder Jim Steen had the pleasure of visiting Fergus High School where he gave a special presentation to students exploring careers in the welding and auto industries. As part of their final project, the juniors and seniors in teacher...
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5 Cool Custom Trucks We Loved in February
FEBRUARY FEATURED TRUCK BUILDS These guys did a killer job welding these HD bumpers on their pickups. Take a look at our top 5 picks of the sexiest truck bumpers we saw in February. Want your pickup featured next month? Share your best photo on our Facebook wall or tag us on Instagram at @MOVEBumpers. ANTONIO’S SEXY CHEVY Truck Owner: @antonio_rivera5Truck Details: 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 Z71Truck Bumper: Standard DIY Bumper Kit, $495 TOTALLY CRUSHING ON JAMES’ F150 Truck Owner: @gumswamp_editionTruck Details: 2012 Ford F-150Truck Bumper: DIY 1.5" PreRunner Bumper, $595 CHRISTIAN’S SWEET CHEVY Truck owner: @thatcountrychevyboyDetails: 2003-2007 Chevy 1500 LDTruck Bumper: Standard DIY Bumper, $495 with customer’s own prerunner bar modification DAN’S...
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MOVE Bumpers in Truckin Magazine: How to Build Your Own Custom Heavy-Duty Bumper
We're so excited to be featured in this month's Truckin Magazine as Bruce W. Smith follows truck owner Thomas Smalley and friend Josh Hunt as they build and install a MOVE weld-it-yourself bumper kit on Smalley’s ’99 Ford F-250. Smalley and Hunt assembled, welded and sanded a completely custom, heavy-duty front bumper on Smalley’s truck from start to finish in just a few hours- and for a fraction of what a pre-assembled custom truck bumper would cost. Smith gives Truckin readers a thorough glimpse at what it takes to build a custom DIY truck bumper kit with a step by step guide,...
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