brwengel Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 Now that it's been a year, how do these things hold up? Was the extra tape necessary? I've had mine installed for just over a year now and it looks great. I can say that it has saved my bumper from a scratch and gouge or two, so I think it was worth the money. Sometimes just after I wash it, it does appear a bit dull; and no I've never applied any Amour All or other type of protectant. Hope this helps and Happy Motoring.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Germax Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 I like this mod a lot and strongly considering to buy it, the $140 might be a lot of money, but it works and protects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atreides Posted September 18, 2010 Report Share Posted September 18, 2010 I brought one, also the side spears and seeing the crome tips on the other posting umm.. yes $150 seems steep but its a $30000 (sticker priced car lol) Was easy to install and had good service..happy Was a sunny day so glares a bit in picture but is same tone as alloys or close to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Germax Posted September 18, 2010 Report Share Posted September 18, 2010 Looks good, and color matches nice with the Alu wheels. you need to get your selves now a nice set of exhaust tips to finish it all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atreides Posted September 19, 2010 Report Share Posted September 19, 2010 thank you, Tips and filler cap....not sure in what order yet.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul-collins Posted September 20, 2010 Report Share Posted September 20, 2010 Put it on the red R/T and it not only protects the bumper from repeated haulings of the hockey bags but also adds visual definition to the rear which I like. Once I've done one more mod I'll post up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Germax Posted September 21, 2010 Report Share Posted September 21, 2010 Yes, there you have a good point. Did you consider the "diffusor" also. I think this is only possible for the diesel and 4 cyl gasoline cars (only 1 exhaust). I like it a lot. I have just mailed to them to see if they give some discount. We will see how they reply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acebass Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 (edited) I put mine on today. Instructions could have been a little clearer, especially about those 4 push pins; took me a while to figure out they didn't mean screws (I use plyers for pins, and screwdrivers for screws). Heated up the adhesive with a heat gun before appllication, and blew some heat over the edges before final seating. Maybe that'll cause the car to explode, but the bumper will look nice, LOL!!! Acebass Edited February 3, 2011 by acebass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windancer Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Today I installed the rear bumper protector. It's amazing that this costs so much, when I had my "05 black Convertible PT Cruiser, I had one put on it an it probably only cost me $50 installed by my dealer. I realize they are different cars, But Seriously!! Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
journeyguy Posted June 30, 2011 Report Share Posted June 30, 2011 Anyone know where to buy the bumper protectors in Canada? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brwengel Posted June 30, 2011 Report Share Posted June 30, 2011 Anyone know where to buy the bumper protectors in Canada? The only place I knew that ever sold them was AutoXclusive out of Arizona; they were a bit pricey but mine has held up great for almost two years now. I visited their website today, but it seems to be not working, so I don't know if they are still in business or not; there was an 800 number to call (I didn't try it). So I don't know why you couldn't order from them (I know it's easier in Canada), but from what I remember from my experience with them they were great. Just my two cents worth, and Happy Motoring... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generaltso Posted May 30, 2012 Report Share Posted May 30, 2012 I know this is an old thread, but I'm getting tired of my rear bumper getting scratched by cargo. It looks like this bumper protector is still available on ebay, but it says it fits model years up to 2010 and the part for 2011 and 2012 models hasn't been produced yet. Does anyone know if this thing really won't fit a 2011 or 2012 model? I know they changed the lower facia, but the top of the bumper looks exactly the same to me. Has anyone tried one on a 2011 or 2012 or know of a reason why it wouldn't work? http://www.ebay.com/itm/REAR-BUMPER-PROTECTOR-STEP-BLACK-Dodge-JOURNEY-08-09-10-/251054216576?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a73ff5580&vxp=mtr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabbage50 Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 Do all model years (2009-2012) have the same bumper? I have a 2012 and hoping the rear bumper guard will fit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mohammadsen Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 It's the first R/T I've seen with only a single exhaust pipe as well. Well that is because in European countries, they have 4 cylinder turbo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtsr Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 The bumper protecter I use covers 90% of the bumper it's only $38.00 and availible at Cantire. http://www.dodgejourneyforum.com/index.php?/gallery/image/516-dj5/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubberdude88 Posted July 12, 2012 Report Share Posted July 12, 2012 The bumper protecter I use covers 90% of the bumper it's only $38.00 and availible at Cantire. http://www.dodgejourneyforum.com/index.php?/gallery/image/516-dj5/ I like this idea. Looks good and does the job for what, a 5th of the price of OEM? Heading out to see if CanTire has one available. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windancer Posted July 12, 2012 Report Share Posted July 12, 2012 I like this idea. Looks good and does the job for what, a 5th of the price of OEM? Heading out to see if CanTire has one available. Thanks. DITTO....... Terry Chris1276 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtsr Posted July 12, 2012 Report Share Posted July 12, 2012 I like this idea. Looks good and does the job for what, a 5th of the price of OEM? Heading out to see if CanTire has one available. Thanks. If you have no luck at Cantire you can goto Action Car & Truck I know for a fact they carry it,it's made by PowerFlow. http://www.actiontrucks.com/locations_retail.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onecrazyfoo4u Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 What are the dimensions on the generic bumper cover? There's lots of cheap generic brand covers out there...just need to know the dimensions that will work. Does the PowerFlow one bend or arc at all or is it perfectly flat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windancer Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 (edited) Heading out to see if CanTire has one available. Thanks. I picked up one yesterday at Canadian Tire and will install it later today when it cools off a little. I will take some photos and report on it when I do it. I looked at it and it seems to fit fine. Terry Edited July 13, 2012 by Windancer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtsr Posted July 14, 2012 Report Share Posted July 14, 2012 What are the dimensions on the generic bumper cover? There's lots of cheap generic brand covers out there...just need to know the dimensions that will work. Does the PowerFlow one bend or arc at all or is it perfectly flat? The Powerflow has a graceful arc to it and if you dry fit it you will find it covers the OEM moulding quite well and it is flexible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generaltso Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 It doesn't look like that one has a lip that covers the rear edge of the bumper. Are there generic ones that do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtsr Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 Your absolutely right it doesn't cover the edge lip. There are a few on existing Chrysler products already in production that can be ordered and modified that have the lip cover but these are prohibitively priced. Some are also seemingly availiable from overseas but then again shipping and the fact that some won't ship to NA. This suits my needs and was reasonably priced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generaltso Posted July 17, 2012 Report Share Posted July 17, 2012 I ordered this one. It says that it's only for model years up to 2010, but I'm banking on the fact that the rear bumper hasn't changed since then. We shall see. http://www.ebay.com/itm/251054216576?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul-collins Posted July 17, 2012 Report Share Posted July 17, 2012 Unfortunately the bumper has changed. I have both a 2010 and a 2012 R/T. Here is a page that has a picture of the rear on the 2012 http://blog.caranddriver.com/2011-dodge-journey-receives-face-lift-pentastar-v6-revised-interior/ - compare to the pic on ebay and you'll notice the bevel is much smaller and less pronounced (it does not sweep around the corner of the car) on the 2012. Sherwood has stated to me that their German manufacturer should be releasing an updated protector around the end of the summer (just in time for hockey bag season)... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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