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Before you Buy: 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Grille Guards & Bull Bars!

Posted by Stephen Sandefur on 9/18/2020 to Before you Buy
If you're taking your 2019-2020 Ford Ranger off-road, then you need something tough and capable to endure hardship. A full front bumper replacement is going to cost a pretty penny, but there is a way to add coverage and capability at a more cost-effective price without sacrificing quality. 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Bull Bars or 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Grille Guards are very capable aftermarket products to help your vehicle. You have options for each if you want more of an off-road ready product. Integrated light bars and powerful winches can take a grille guard or bull bar to the next level. However, these systems can render front parking sensors and adaptive cruise control unusable. These systems use radar to gauge how far objects or other vehicles are from your front end. This radar reflects off of the steel that makes up the bull bars and grille guards. This causes your Ranger to think its inches away from crashing into something, making the system functionless. However, a relocation part can help restore this function to your Ranger.

Front view of a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger equipped with a Ranch Hand Black Grille Guard!

2019-2020 Ford Ranger Bull Bars w/o Off-Road Lighting

If you're just worried about providing front coverage and don't plan on taking your Ranger out late, then 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Bull Bars without off-road lighting function great. A 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Black Horse Bull Bar with Skid Plate (Matte Black) works superbly in treacherous environments. Large diameter tubular steel and a skid plate ensure that the front and bottom of your Ranger can resist off-road abuse. The bull bar also will not block your EcoBoost's intercoolers so your Ranger can run unhindered. If you want more airflow, then the skid plate can be removed. The system uses a stylish black powdercoat finish that complements your stock finish nicely but also resists corrosion. Pre-drilled holes allow you mount lighting systems if you decide to add it. Another option is the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Westin E-Series Bull Bar (Stainless Steel), which provides so much for the truck. The bull bar uses a 3" diameter tubing with a welded cross tube design. This purposeful construction adds great strength and durability to the bull bar if you encounter rocks or dangerous obstacles on the trail. A brushed skid plate also adds great coverage alongside the bottom of your front bumper too, so you're fully protected. Sleek styling and a polished stainless steel appearance also ensures that your Ranger looks tougher and better than the plain front of a stock truck. If you would like lighting, the bull bar even features mounting points for two 6" auxiliary lights which are not included. Please note that both of these bull bars render your adaptive cruise control, front sensors and parking assist unusable.

Product image of a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Black Horse Bull Bar!

2019-2020 Ford Ranger Bull Bars w/ Off-Road Lighting

Sure, you can add off-road lighting to most bull bars, but you could just plan ahead and add the off-road lighting to begin with, and ensure its already optimized to work perfectly with your bull bar. Even if you don't think you need more lighting, you'd be surprised how quickly you can run out of light out on off-road trails. To prevent potential damage down the road, a great choice is the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Westin 3" Ultimate LED Bull Bar (Chrome). This bull bar features 3" stainless steel tubing which provides great resistance against potential dents and dings. A skid plate additionally keeps the belly of your bumper covered against abuse. Molded weld caps and a weatherproof design also ensures that the bar will resist moisture damage. Its chrome finish looks sleek and will stand out in the front of your truck. Best of all, the Ultimate Bull bar comes with a 20" combo beam light bar with 15 3W Osram LEDs. The center cross tube features room to seamlessly mount the bar. Some cutting may be required for fitment of this bull bar. Another option is the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Lund Revolution Bull Bar w/ Off-Road LED Light Bar (Black). 3.5" oval heavy-duty steel and a three-dimensional design makes this bull bar have exceptional coverage. A skid plate also deflects blows underneath and keeps your bumper fully protected. A black powdercoat finish looks tough and provides corrosion resistance against Mother Nature. So you can see whatever is in front of you, a 20" heavy-duty LED light bar is integrated and ready to go. Its flood beam provides a wide projection of light so you can see your peripherals perfectly. Please note that both of these bull bars also render your adaptive cruise control, front sensors and parking assist unusable.

Product image of a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Westin Bull Bar with an integrated light bar!

2019-2020 Ford Ranger Grille Guards w/o Winch Capability

If bull bars aren't you're thing, then 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Grille Guards are another effective but affordable alternative to an aftermarket bumper. To prevent potential damage down the road, a great choice is the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Black Horse Rugged Heavy Duty Grille Guard (Black). This grille guard shrugs off hits from off-road brush and the occasional bump in the parking lot. A carbon steel construction and a three-piece, 2-1/2 inch diameter tubular steel frame give the system excellent structural strength so the system will not be damaged easily. It also comes standard with removable headlight wings so that you can choose between a clean look or extra protection. Two brackets allow you to mount LED light bars to your bars, but the lights are not included. A black powdercoat finish looks great on the the front of your truck. Factory tow hooks must be removed for installation, or some cutting may be required if your Ranger does not feature tow hooks. Adaptive cruise control and front parking sensor capability will be affected by Black Horse's grille guard. A 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Ranch Hand Legend Grille Guard also can make a nice impact on your Ranger. With 12 gauge steel tubing, tough 5/16" thick uprights and a one-piece welded design, Ranch Hand's grille guard offers fantastic front end coverage. It also fits snugly against the truck and pairs nicely with a black powdercoat finish for a sleek appearance. The grille guard mounts at four points, which also gives the system way more stability when driving down the road. This eliminates annoying rattle that you can find in some grille guards. Your Ranger's factory front camera will not restricted because of a custom punched grille insert. However, the front facing sensors will be blocked, but can be relocated with the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Ranch Hand Legend Grille Guard Sensor Relocation Kit.

A 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Black Horse Grille Guard equipped to a truck!

2019-2020 Ford Ranger Grille Guards w/ Winch Capability

Grille guards are very useful, but you can add even more off-road capability to them when you pick one that is winch capable. You can ride around off-road with even more peace of mind. The 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Warn Trans4mer Gen III Midframe Winch Mount Package works nicely. This grille guard protects the front end of your Ranger with its heavy-gauge steel construction. It comes in either a center grille guard for great grille coverage or a full grille guard for protection around your headlights. The system also comes with J-Hooks, brackets and a winch carrier that allow you to add one of Warn's 12K winches. Having J-Hooks and winch capability will help ensure that you can perform off-road recoveries if the trail gets too treacherous. No cutting or trimming is required for fitment. You can also opt for the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Westin HDX Winch Mount Grille Guard (Black). Your grille will last longer and hold up against off-road obstacles due to a full punch plate center grile. Wrap-around wings, 2" thick tubes and a heavy-duty steel construction helps the grille guard repel anything that threatens the front of your Ranger. A one-piece assembly is welded to provide superior protection of your grille and headlight area. Uprights are finished and protected with extra thick and wide rubber for a tough look and feel. A black powdercoat finish also helps with corrosion resistance. The MAX Winch Tray included in this kit adds great winch capability but the Ranger's factory tow hooks must be removed first. The tray bolts onto your Ranger's frame through its lower bumper opening and can handle medium frame winches. The winch can be 10.25" tall with a 8,000 to 12,000 lbs body. Both of these grille guards will block the adaptive cruise control and front parking sensor.

A 2019-2020 Ford Ranger equipped with a Warn Grille Guard and Warn winch!

Better Off-Road Protection & Ability
The 2019-2020 Ford Ranger works decently off-road, but aftermarket 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Bull Bars or 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Grille Guards add a lot of coverage, lighting possibility or winch capability! While your front sensors can be affected by this addition, a relocation bracket can restore functionality. Any Ranger optimized for off-roading can benefit from either product, and it's all here at Stage 3! Do you have any of these products installed on your vehicle? Let us know below!

Side view of a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger equipped with a Ranch Hand Black Grille Guard!

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