Thursday, September 26, 2013

Which Bumper is the Right one for your Jeep Wrangler?

Wow, if that isn’t a loaded question, what is?  We all know that a Jeep is a versatile vehicle and the Jeep Wrangler in particular is versatile.  Add to that the fact that there are literally hundreds of Jeep Wrangler bumpers that are available on the market today.  In fact, we could literally spend days talking about the many types and styles of Jeep Wrangler bumpers that you could get. 

Needs

That being said, we can at least try to narrow down the field a bit for you today.  You should start by thinking about your needs.  By determining what type of driving you will be doing and what types of terrain you will be conquering, we can take a bunch of these bumpers off the list. 

If you are going to never take your Wrangler off road then the chances are that you will not need a bumper that has a winch mount, right?  That’s the kind of thing you need to decide.
 
Personality

Have you ever heard the phrase, “You never get a second chance to make a great first impression”?  That holds true with your Jeep as well as you.  What I mean by that is that a lot of times, the first thing that a person will notice on the road is the vehicle, not the person behind the wheel.  That means that if you want to be judged by your vehicle then it would be best to have it fit your personality.  Jeep bumpers add a lot to the look of a Jeep and they are a key to the look and style of your rig.  If you want people to get the impression that you are one tough cookie then you will want a more rugged looking bumper.  If you are a laid back person, you won’t need all of the hardware.  Get it?

Budget

No matter what we buy these days, our economy is in such a state that we always need to be budget conscious.  This is extremely easy with Jeep Wrangler bumpers because they come in so many different price ranges that there is literally a bumper for every budget. 
One way to get the most out of your money on a Jeep Wrangler bumper is to install it yourself.  This is incredibly easy because most of them are simply bolt on – bolt off.  If you can manage a screwdriver, then you can take your old bumper off and put the new one on.  This will save you the cost of having a professional do it for you and will also give you a sense of accomplishment.


Hopefully, this has helped you on your quest for finding out which bumper is the right one for your Jeep Wrangler.  At the very least, you now have some simple guidelines for the search.  

Thursday, January 31, 2013

ARB 4x4 Accessories Overview

Arbil (ARB) 4x4 is the official importer and distributor of innovative global brands such as Warn, Hi-Lift, and Safari. The inspiration was the terrain on the Top End area of Australia. The terrain was so extremely harsh that it was like a magnet for 4x4 drivers. The problem was that with it being such an awesome 4x4 territory, it was punishing on the 4x4 equipment. Bumpers and bull bars were torn up very quickly. Brown decided to create a better bumper/bull bar that would withstand the worst that Top End could offer and ARB is the result.
The organization’s partner network extends from the United Kingdom and Ireland to across Europe, so wherever motorists are and whatever vehicles they own, they are assured of fine products and great customer service. Whether our customers drive off-road for fun or work, or are planning for an overload expedition, ARB 4x4 can advise them on the best products they need to make their automobiles ready for just about anywhere.
You can get rear bumpers for FJ Cruisers, Jeep, Nissan Frontier and even Hummers. These bumpers are high quality, rugged bumpers that also have a classy look. Motorists can get them with or without a hitch on them and some even offer the option of a tire carrier.
For motorists who are the type to want all the variables and options for their automobile then ARB can help with options for your bumpers. They offer a fog light kit and it is made for different styles of ARB bumpers, so customers should check and make sure it will fit theirs before purchasing. There is also a fog light blanking kit that is specifically for those meticulous Jeep Wrangler JK owners. Fitting kits are available for Dodge Rams. There are two styles: one for the Ram 1500 and a different one for the Ram 2500-3500. Then there are the other various accessories which include touchup paint, winch kits, warn installation kits, mud flaps and fog light kits.
ARB has an accessory for motorists who are going off-roading and get to that point where their vehicle has to go through some pretty high water too. Snorkels bring clean, fresh air into the engine from a higher point than the standard air intake system. This keeps your engine from costly damage. They also look rather stylish.
ARB 4x4 is a Midlands-based division of Arbil Ltd., part of the Bills Group, with fully trained and qualified team members who enable the organization to provide peak professional technical support for assisting with product selection and full winch servicing and repairs. The organization is exclusive importers and distributors of Warn  truck, ATV, and power tool products for the UK and Ireland. ARB’s exclusive import and distribution partnership with Hi-Lift has spanned 16 years, covering the UK, Ireland and Europe. As importers of Safari, ARB not only stock the Land Rover range but specializes in stocking snorkels for other vehicle marques including Toyota, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Suzuki  and Jeep.  

Arbil Ltd is one of the leading manufacturers and distributors of lifting, winching and jacking equipment in the UK. With nearly 50 years of experience, the company is now a principal supplier to varied markets such as rail, defense, towing & recovery and OEMs.
ARB 4x4 is a customer-focused company and always strives to deliver the right product at the right price at the right time. The organization’s reputation for delivering a high-level of customer service is supported by nationwide sales, service and hire through our branches in the Midlands, Coventry and Bristol.
It has been the organization’s policy to only manufacture and distribute high-quality engineered products. That, along with significant stock holdings, has set ARB apart from much of the competition.