I don't really feel secure behind the stock front bumper, but I'd rather have the bumper collapse and absorb at least some energy, versus transmitting that energy directly to sheet metal via a 3 inch pipe bumper.  At least that seems to be the past consensus of the folk on this list who are much more knowledgable than I.
Could you please send me a photo of the 2X6 support you have on the rear bumper?
 Cheers, Anthony

Daniel Stevens <dosteven@SYR.EDU> wrote: You can go out and KICK your STOCK BUMPERS,  they will get tweaked "as
designed"

now sir that I DO NOT CALL A BUMPER

actually the front bumper 'structure' is under the bumper 'cover' and
that is NOT replaced or compromised by any of the additional bumpers.

the rear bumper.. well   thats just wrong on a +3,000# watrer buffalo
our vans are.  the kids schwinn would compormise it.

but to feel safe/secure behind them just because they are as
delivered..  is false security.. in my not so humble opinion.

but yes to replace the rear 'bumper' (I use that lightly) requires DOT
crash tests etc...   so sure it's not for you or anyone else to legally
alter.
to each their own..   I've a nice peice of 2x6 box beam edge to edge
supporting my 2" square reciver for some idiot swilling starybux to bump
into.
I'd rather not replace my engine, transmission and rear body for the
insurance total.

*steps off soap box

Dan

From:    Anthony Egeln
Subject: Re: Bull Bars

I'd like to keep my stock bumpers, because they were designed for the
vehicle and work as designed and intended.  But having a brush guard
integrated with the stock bumper would be useful in protecting the front
of the van.
Anthony
'89 Syncro GL (Hidalgo)

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