Brush Guard- To Keep or Remove?
#1
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Brush Guard- To Keep or Remove?
I've seen most of y'alls handsome 11th gens with out a guard. I have one of those $200 chrome guards on mine because the guy who sold me the truck just gave it to me for free. At the time I said sure why not. My dad and mom had me put it on for "added protection." I thought it looks pretty good. However then I did my research and discovered they usually do more damage than good if an accident occurs. I'd rather only replace a bumper than to incur frame damage (where it bolts on) and maybe even more damage than what would've happened. Now I don't give a frog's fat *** if I think it looks good. If there's a bigger risk in causing greater damage to my truck then by all means tell me to remove mine. Here's an example of what I found online:
#2
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Agreed. Most grill guards are better labeled as "brush guards." Great for keeping limbs and tall grasses off your front end. But in a collision with a solid object (e.g. car or large game), they are just as likely to add more damage versus adding protection.
The exception seems to be some of the custom-made cages on the front of 18-wheelers, common out west. Those are some real cow-catchers...
The exception seems to be some of the custom-made cages on the front of 18-wheelers, common out west. Those are some real cow-catchers...
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Unless you're getting one that is made by Galls for cruisers, you just want a light bar not a brush guard/bull bar. It's the reason I only use a light bar, it provides no protection and will fold up real nice when hit instead of doing a half-assed job.
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LariatDude (03-23-2017)
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#9
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Brush guards are mostly for asthetics and very little piece of mind. SoDak, you'll see a lot of cattle killers, Like "The Rancher" grill guards. Much more robust than the alternative.
#10
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I dig your truck setup and color though, HubFord. Yeah I still like the aesthetics but I'll be damned if anyone front ends me and causes extra damage due to my cheap *** guard. It's so conflicting for me. There's no guarantee I won't get screwed by someone elses vehicle.