Opinions on Road Armor?

Does anyone have any experience with Road Armor? Opinions on the bumpers below would be appreciated. I know most of you are stubby fans, but I am a full width fan. Not too too crazy about the grill guard, but I am looking for something that does have sometype of grille guard.


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A local guy sells these, mostly for big trucks and they look like they are well made, they look really sharp on his F250 and a jacked up Silverado that sits out front of his shop. Have not seen one on a Jeep though.

That first one looks pretty mean.....

Edit... splain' THawk... I remember something but can't put my finger on it.

Over Kill Engineering = Road Armor = Fail

If you like that, Trail Ready makes something similar and those guys won't fawking lie to you.

Road Armor is a shady business bud, they lie and cheat people.

terrahawk wrote:

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road armor = overkill eng. = atomic axles= never get your product and if you do it will be fawked

just google "road armor reviews"........

I found a thread....
http://www.pavementsucks.com/board/thread-Road-Armor-Bumpers-problems-problems

and another...
http://www.xomreviews.com/roadarmor.com

If Jody and Geo say stay away I would not touch them with a 10' pole....

I will stop in and talk to the dude who sells them locally and see what he has to say.

LMAO...do yourself a favor...don't buy UNLESS ITS SOMETHING YOU REALLY LIKE AND SOME VENDOR HAS IT IN STOCK AND YOU CAN VIEW PRIOR TO PURCHASE.

I could give out a big ass list of crap about that group (Mark Hanson, Mark Nobles and company)...hmmm


Again those that run Road Armor ARE THE SAME as Overkill and those that run that are the same group that run Atomic

How's this:

my last email to Overkill about my fenders: (fyi, Jeff Sparks is Rooster on JKO)...I have about 40 more emails saved (from start to beginning if anyone cares to read)....

fromJoe Robinson <atexaspi@gmail.com>
toJeff Sparks <Jeffery.Sparks@davita.com>
ccMark Hanson <mhanson@roadarmor.com>,
cindy@roadarmor.com,
Jeff Sparks <rooster5333@yahoo.com>,
Mark Nobles <mnobles@atomicaxles.com>,
Mark Nobles <mtnobles@gmail.com>
dateWed, Feb 3, 2010 at 1:11 PM
subjectMY ORDER and...
mailed-bygmail.com
hide details Feb 3

...just making sure everyone gets this email

On Wed, Feb 3, 2010 at 1:09 PM, Joe Robinson <atexaspi@gmail.com> wrote:
I have yet to hear from anyone.

THIS IS THE FINAL CHANCE...if I don't get at least a reply back by the end of the day, then I expect my account to be reimbursed by the end of the day tomorrow!

Joe Robinson
713-859-1331

On Mon, Feb 1, 2010 at 11:54 AM, Joe Robinson <atexaspi@gmail.com> wrote:
Its been almost another week now...so whats the word?

On Tue, Jan 26, 2010 at 8:18 AM, Jeff Sparks <Jeffery.Sparks@davita.com> wrote:
Yes, that looks a lot better than the set I was sent. It looks right on the body line and doesn't appear to have any deflection.

Jeff Sparks


From: Mark Hanson [mailto:mhanson@roadarmor.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 26, 2010 8:33 AM
To: 'Joe Robinson'; cindy@roadarmor.com; Jeff Sparks
Subject: RE: [Fwd: Re: STATUS OF ORDER]

This was the picture I was waiting for. They built a weld fixture for this unit, and as you can tell Jeff I think this looks a lot better than the first set we sent you. This has been a hard project and product we have released. I should know today on the final weldup and if there was any deflection in the process.

From: Joe Robinson [mailto:atexaspi@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, January 25, 2010 1:34 PM
To: cindy@roadarmor.com
Cc: mhanson@roadarmo
Subject: Re: [Fwd: Re: STATUS OF ORDER]

I'm still waiting on some answers over here. Please get back with me.

Joe Robinson
713-859-1331
On Wed, Jan 20, 2010 at 9:33 AM, <cindy@roadarmor.com> wrote:
Mark -
Can you please answer his questions directly. This will help resolve any
issues.
Thanks.
---------------------------- Original Message ----------------------------
Subject: Re: STATUS OF ORDER
From: "Joe Robinson" <atexaspi@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, January 20, 2010 8:16 am
To: cindy@roadarmor.com
Cc: mhanson@roadarmor.com
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
I'm sorry, I didn't state my last email correctly.
The following are the two emails that I'm referring to when I questioned:
* email sent on 01/19/10 that stated:
"They fit, and there are building up the hard clamp fixture to start
mainstream production. I will get an update as to when the first ones will
be coming off the line."
* email from Mark sent on 12/16/09 that stated:
" Can you forward to Joe Robinson, the JK guy. If these fit okay off
the robot he will be getting this set.. they are suppose to test fit
on Friday "
So the question of what is "they" was meant for the email sent on 01/19.
Because if "they" is referring to the front fenders from the email sent on
12/16, I guess I'm now not getting the orginal fenders as stated. So, I was
hoping that the "they" might be referring to the rear corners...I don't
know.
The only thing I do know is that I'm getting very frustrated and want a
shipment date or my money back.
Joe Robinson

On Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 2:46 PM, <cindy@roadarmor.com> wrote:
> Hi -
>
> "they" are the people who are manufacturing the product. To clarify, the
> guys in CA test fit it, sent their comments to the people producing the
> parts. The manufacturer is now programming their robot to produce the
> parts.
>
> I have copied Mark in this emial in case I am wrong, but that is what I am
> reading.
>
> Cindy
>
>
>
> > Um, I'm little confused...what exactly is "they?"...recall some of the
> > lastest emails:
> >
> > ---------------------------- Original Message
> ----------------------------
> > Subject: [Fwd: FW: fender welds]
> > From: cindy@roadarmor.com
> > Date: Wed, December 16, 2009 2:06 pm
> > To:
> >
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------
> >
> > _____
> > From: Mark Hanson [mailto:mhanson@roadarmor.com]
> > Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 7:54 AM
> > To: 'Cindy Churak'
> > Subject: FW: fender welds
> > *Can you forward to Joe Robinson, the JK guy. If these fit okay off the
> > robot he will be getting this set.. they are suppose to test fit on
> > Friday.*
> > From: Robb Herbig [mailto:rherbig@mortonind.com]
> > Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 7:26 AM
> > To: Mark Hanson
> > Subject: fender welds
> > See attached pics. They did this last night. We will do the drivers side
> > tonight and plan on shipping the set tomorrow.
> >
> > On Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 8:59 AM, <cindy@roadarmor.com> wrote:
> >
> >> Good Morning -
> >>
> >> Here is the answer that I received from Mark this a.m.
> >>
> >>
> >> They fit, and there are building up the hard clamp fixture to start
> >> mainstream production. I will get an update as to when the first ones
> >> will be coming off the line.
> >>
> >> Thanks again for your patience and I will follow up with Mark.
> >>
> >> Cindy
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
>
>
>

DaVita Inc.

TRY THIS ONE:

fromMark Hanson <mhanson@roadarmor.com>
toJoe Robinson <atexaspi@gmail.com>
ccNatalie <natalie@roadarmor.com>
dateWed, Dec 2, 2009 at 2:56 PM
subjectRE: Overkill JK Order
mailed-byyourhostingaccount.com
hide details 12/2/09

Joe, I just got back from the shop and we can have these out to you by next week. I would love to save your business. Can we throw in a set of JK corner skinz for free to save your business sir? Talk to you soon.

mark

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dated 12/02/2009!
throw in a set of corners...thats why I stayed...did I get the corners...nope

don't take my word for it:

http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/forums/general-discussion/68442-road-armor-screwed-me-7.html

Interesting read right here...think its just customers they treat like that...WRONG

forum name: thesk8nmidget
if ya have time...read the whole thread...lots of info

http://www.318ti.org/forum/showthread.php?p=147660

OK i'll step down now...can ya feel my tension with this group of people...lol

but if ya want more...damn straight I got it

I've probably been a little too quiet about my situation with Overkill (even w/my posts on JKF and JKO w/others who got the product)...but I got the ammo should one want it

would love to go to pirate with this, but not sure if I'd get the backing...well actually the time to post it all and field all inquires once up

got phone numbers, addresses, vehicles, background (the group is spread throughout the US, not in one place)

dammit i must stop now..i do have real work to do right now...grrrr

Wow, that's exactly what I was after, I knew you guys would not be shy. Riddle me this batmen, what about purchasing from someone off Ebay (I know ya'll really love that ideal) who has them 40% off or "make me an offer". Do you think those bumpers are the ones that did not even make it through QC at RA. Man, I hear all of you, but I really like that first bumper with the grille guard. I don't understand how this ebayer can sell these for this cheap, unless they are crap. But like always, I pay with a credit card, and if I'm not happy or don't receive, etc., I dispute the charges and be done with it. Hasn't failed me yet.

I know if it sounds too good....................................uuuuuggghhh, so confused. Thanks for all your input.
It's like I have this gut feeling.............don't do it....................but I oh so like that grille guard bumper. On their site it is $2,800 (proud of that now aren't they), and I would/could never pay that kind of green for a front bumper. He's asking 1,400 or so, or make me an offer on ebay.

Maybe I should just call the Ebayer and inquire and get it all on recording, as to in stock, condition, etc., he indicates he has 5 of them. Now don't all of you run out and buy all these out from under me! JUST KIDDING!
I do hear and appreciate everyone's input on this, almost every part of me is saying don't do it, but the "I want it part" is being such a bitch at the moment, I'm escared!

It's still early, so I have not read all of the links provided, so I'm sure I'll feel more strongly against this ideal after reading all the info, just thought maybe going through an independent person as opposed to OK, or RA or Atomic, whomever they want to be known as, might be a way to go. Why so many names, so you can't track anyone down in the event of problem?

This is what I am thinking Ebay + RA bumper = asking for trouble
This is what I am feeling "I want it" but, I'm not much of a gambler.

Oh what to do, what to do. Damn it, I hate this feeling! Thanks for all your input and please feel free to add more if you got it. I guess I am really trying to talk myself out of it, but did I mention how much I like that bumper!

Thanks all, have a great day.

I would say look into this bumper (I know nothing about it)

terrahawk wrote:

and then have someone add the hoops and all to your liking...it wouldn't be hard...I believe there are some folks in the SA area that could help or try George @RockRash4x4

that way ya get a custom bumper exactly the way ya want it

...but thats just me

BEFORE you purchase any such bumper like this, really think hard about your overall plans for the Jeep..make sure that full width is what ya want

TxRubiRig wrote:

BEFORE you purchase any such bumper like this, really think hard about your overall plans for the Jeep..make sure that full width is what ya want

I was a full width bumper guy too.... just because I really didn't know any better - I have had big ass bumpers on all of my vehicles (trucks) because deer vs stock bumpers sucks.... same reason as most every one else so it was only natural to get one on the Jeep. I went with the Expedition One (great folks and customer service BTW) full width and I love it.... until I got rid of the stock fenders. Now my front bumper doesn't look right IMO so I am going to have Geo chop it down to a stubby. Could have saved some bucks and went with a stubby from GO. I was dead set on a full width and back then I am pretty sure I would not be talked out of it.... live and learn.

I have worked with Expedition One folks and they are great. I would also recommend Phil at Trail duty as a vendor. He can order from manufacturers and usually get a better price. No experience with Road Armor but it doesn't sound good.

Mr.RonGilbert wrote:

TxRubiRig wrote:

BEFORE you purchase any such bumper like this, really think hard about your overall plans for the Jeep..make sure that full width is what ya want

I was a full width bumper guy too.... just because I really didn't know any better - I have had big ass bumpers on all of my vehicles (trucks) because deer vs stock bumpers sucks.... same reason as most every one else so it was only natural to get one on the Jeep. I went with the Expedition One (great folks and customer service BTW) full width and I love it.... until I got rid of the stock fenders. Now my front bumper doesn't look right IMO so I am going to have Geo chop it down to a stubby. Could have saved some bucks and went with a stubby from GO. I was dead set on a full width and back then I am pretty sure I would not be talked out of it.... live and learn.

terrahawk wrote:

Over Kill Engineering = Road Armor = Fail

If you like that, Trail Ready makes something similar and those guys won't fawking lie to you.

TxRubiRig wrote:

I would say look into this bumper (I know nothing about it)

terrahawk wrote:

and then have someone add the hoops and all to your liking...it wouldn't be hard...I believe there are some folks in the SA area that could help or try George @RockRash4x4

that way ya get a custom bumper exactly the way ya want it

...but thats just me

BEFORE you purchase any such bumper like this, really think hard about your overall plans for the Jeep..make sure that full width is what ya want

We may have a winner here! I really like these bumpers and I know we have some welders, tube benders, etc., here in SA . I have given alot of thought on this, I'll be keeping full flares, with no intent to chop, or go flat, even though the look is growing on me. ( maybe I should rethink). I really like the look of the full flares, with a big ass mean looking bumper/grille guard.

Mr. RG, sure you don't want to sell that bumper and get you a stubby? Sure will be sad to see that thing chopped up, but I know it'll look killer once George is done with it. Just thought I'd ask.

Excuse the double post of the pic, I could not get rid of one of them .

I'd suggest a modular full width, or something like what I have that wont look silly if you decide you want a stubby and cut the wings off..... Just my .02

GULF COAST PIRATE wrote:

I'd suggest a modular full width, or something like what I have that wont look silly if you decide you want a stubby and cut the wings off..... Just my .02

And a good .02 at that, thanks GCP!