{"product_id":"bodyguard-a2-rear-bumpers","title":"Bodyguard A2 Rear Bumpers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bodyguard A2 Rear Bumper is a welded steel replacement bumper built for truck owners who want a heavier, cleaner rear end than the factory chrome plastic. Plate-style shell, bolted step pads, and shackle mounts all in one piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery A2 is cut, welded, and finished at Bodyguard's facility in Texas. The front and rear A2 units are designed to match, so you can run a matched front and rear setup without the mismatched-steel look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty plate construction\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/16\" plate shell with 1\/4\" frame mounts stands up to trail contact, trailer hits, and parking lot bumps that would crumple a factory bumper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated recovery points\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\" thick D-ring shackle mounts are welded in, so you're ready to pull or be pulled without bolt-on add-ons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep plates that stay put\u003c\/strong\u003e 11ga bolt-on step pads with the BG logo cutout give you a solid step into the bed. Corner steps on each side for access from the tire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps your factory hitch\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to work with your factory 2\" receiver, typically Class III or IV depending on truck, so towing stays exactly as it was from the dealer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish options that fit the build\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships in raw metal if you want to coat it yourself, or powder coat if you want it turnkey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShell Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/16\" plate steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Mounts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\" steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11ga bolt-on pads with BG logo cutout, plus corner steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD-ring Mounts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\" thick shackle mounts, welded (shackles sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceiver Hitch Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with factory hitch (typically Class III or IV, depending on truck)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrailer Plug \/ Spare Tire Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting Cutouts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\" cube flush-mount cutouts plus LED tag lights (cube lights sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless button head bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw metal or powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140 to 160 lbs (varies by fitment)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Welded and assembled in Texas, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited lifetime on manufacturing defects in workmanship and material. Powder coat finish carries a limited one-year warranty from date of purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBolt-on install using the factory frame mount locations. Most installers plan on 2 to 3 hours with a helper for the lift and alignment. The A2 rear is heavy, so a jack or second set of hands makes life easier when setting it on the frame horns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo frame modification is needed on standard fitments. Trailer plug and spare tire access are preserved so you're not cutting anything factory to make it work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlind spot monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not compatible with blind spot monitoring systems on Chevrolet, GMC, Toyota Tundra, Toyota Tacoma, and Nissan Titan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2019-2025 Chevy 1500 \/ GMC 1500 and 2020-2025 Chevy HD \/ GMC HD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bumper accommodates the factory blind spot sensors, but the side detection system may not operate correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1999-2007 Ford with rear sensors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will need 2011-2016 sensor bezels, purchased separately from a Ford dealer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cube lights are not included. Source your own Rigid or equivalent 3\" cubes to drop into the flush-mount cutouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA2 rear bumper shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrame mount brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBolt-on step pads with BG logo cutout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLED tag lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStainless button head mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCube lights, shackles, and hitch hardware are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Bodyguard Bumpers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBodyguard is a Texas-based bumper builder known for heavy plate steel construction and small-batch, made-to-order production. Every A2 is cut, welded, and finished in-house before it ships on oversized freight to the installer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A2 rear is built for specific year, make, and model combinations. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/our-fitment-guarantee\"\u003eFitment guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e when you order through Truck Bed Barn, as long as you verify with us first. Chat or call our team at (623) 272-6510 before you order so we can confirm year, make, and model against the right A2 part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant the matched look front and rear? 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