The power bumper is an integral part of every jeep. In addition to its main function - to protect the SUV from unexpected obstacles - such a bumper can be equipped with a special winch or places for installing a rack jack. Towing such a car is much more convenient and safer than standard options. All modern power bumpers also provide for the placement of various technological cutouts and holes (as they say, just in case). Power bumpers are manufactured by special companies and some service stations, on which it can then be installed. Let's understand in more detail what a power bumper is for.
Characteristics and advantages over standard analogues
Often, the power bumper is installed by those motorists who operate their iron friend in extreme conditions (off-road or unpaved roads without asphalt surface). Still such a bumper is useful to fans of hunting and fishing. Its functionality is many times greater than the performance of standard plastic bumpers, which simply crack in the slightest collision. Most often, those car owners who have already broken their standard bumper and no longer want to buy it again contact the service station. And this is a very reasonable decision, because by installing a power bumper, and even with a winch, you become a real off-road king. With such an SUV, neither pits nor gullies are terrible. Yes, and it’s not scary to get stuck - at any moment a winch will help you out.
What changes occur in the design of the car after installing the power bumper?
Of course, the first thing that changes is the design of the machine. By installing such a device, you suddenly turn even the cheapest SUV into a real all-terrain vehicle. Such a car obviously will not go unnoticed by the public. In addition, you will not break your pickup, even if you drive it into a tree at high speed. The dimensions and design of the machine will continue to be standard. The curb weight will remain almost the same.
What should i know when installing?
Some service stations immediately after installing the bumper offer drivers a suspension replacement with a sports one, as well as reinforcing springs. But it is worth saying that this is just an extra waste of money. The weight of the bumper in no way affects the properties and softness of your suspension. All specifications will remain the same as before installation. The only thing that is possible is tuning the suspension after installing the winch, and then only at the request of the client.
What about airbags?
After such a tuning, the performance of the airbags will not change. The pillow sensors are inertial, and besides, they are not placed in the bumper, but on the frame itself. Their sensitivity to shock remains the same as it was with plastic bumpers. It’s definitely not worth worrying about this.
Power bumper is a great solution for tuning your jeep.