Just installed my bumper protector! see pics below:
The bumper protector weighs about 16 lbs its pretty solid but not overly heavy. Was able to slide this right into my Curt 2" Class III hitch and secure it with my hitch lock.
Also included as part of the package were front bumper...
I got the Curt Class III just so that I could have a 2" receiver for my bike racks. The 1 1/4" racks have to use a special adaptor which I prefer not to have.
Also, if anyone is looking to DIY their own hitch, I have for sale a special exhaust hanger tool that makes the job a cinch!
I find it annoying that my glove compartment has no lights in there. Anyone have ideas as to what the best way to get some lighting in there? I am guessing some LED hooked in to a 12v source in the fuse box?
I haven't received the product yet but it looks like there a big coiled spring or some type of impact absorbing mechanism.
I think the premise of this product and based on owner submitted photos of their rear-ended experiences with other cars - this product is designed to absorb not...
Pulled the trigger and ordered a "spare bumper" .
http://sparebumper.com/images/uploads/GMC_Canyon_with_424_Sparebumper_in_black_side_view_540_pixels.png
Will post pics when I get it this weekend. It's a the larger "T" shaped bumper protector. It sticks out a bit in the rear but given the...
nice! I used to have an Acura Legend and I completely redid the interior myself (back in my early 20's) now I don't have the time anymore so I too would opt to pay someone. My kit was ~$650 with two tone inserts and heated seats as well.
The bumper shield is what was recommend to me by the site owner. THe other 2 products are too big relative to our CX-5.
As for the front bumper protector, I think there are some local options as I have seen 1-2 CX-5 in the Tristate area with them installed. SO no need to fork out $800.
I understand your concern, however the receiver hitch is powder coated so its somewhat salt/rust resistant but thats not to say that over time it could accumulate. I just make it a habit to rinse the area with water when it snows or if theres salt buildup. But the protector at least takes...
I asked the same question too, the seller wrote this to me:
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The Bumper Shield has the shank off set slightly so it will sit higher with the bent part up.
We consider “in the zone” when the receiver hitch sits between 12” and 16” measured from the ground to the center of the...
For you folks who are about to or ready to order the rear push bar let me know, i want to make sure we all get the free locking pin .
TW00Si: As for front push bars please keep me in the loop, I'd like to get one pref. in matte black to match my trim
Trust me folks, its only because I live in NYC that this is needed. And, because I have a hitch receiver installed I cannot put in one of those push bars. This bumper protector at least has some type of cushioning/shock absorbing properties which (and I'm not sure if the claims of the...
see my post on this forum: I just did a UOA on my CX5 with about 6,500 miles on the oil and the results are fantastic. Could have kept the oil in there for almost 8500 miles
I don't have a solution for a front bumper guard other than puttinng those silver/black pushbars in front.
As for the rear bumper guard, I will be ordering mine this weekend. For 2 or more buyers you get a free hitch locking pin, 10+ you get free shipping.
When you place your order...