Truck Defender - Expanded Aluminum
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Truck Defender - Expanded Aluminum

Regular price $382.00
$382.00 Sale price Regular price $496.60
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Style: Truck Defender Expanded Aluminum Add On

Compatibility: Truck Defender Aluminum Truck Bumpers

Material: Industrial-Grade Expanded Aluminum

Made in USA

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Built to Guard What Matters – Lightweight Expanded Metal That Adds Strength Where It Counts

If you already trust a Truck Defender aluminum bumper, you know you’ve got some serious front-end protection. But when it comes to guarding against road debris, stray brush, or anything kicked up out on the range, the Expanded Aluminum takes your bumper to the next level. Built tough, fit tight, and weighing next to nothing, it’s the smart upgrade for serious haulers and ranch riders alike.

 

Equip now this Expanded Aluminum to Your Truck Defender Bumper!

  • Tough-as-Nails Front-End Shield- This ain't decorative—it’s working protection. The expanded metal pattern blocks branches, gravel, and critters from damaging vital front-end parts like your radiator, headlights, or winch gear.
  • Keeps Things Cool with Maximum Airflow- Designed with ventilation in mind, this insert allows steady airflow to your engine bay, helping maintain optimal temps even on long hauls or uphill battles.
  • Lightweight, but Built to Last- You won’t add any unnecessary bulk. This aluminum panel keeps things feather-light while backing you up with six-times-the-strength protection that Truck Defender is known for.
  • Rust-Free and Maintenance-Free- Forget paint, forget corrosion. This aluminum stays sharp and sturdy through every season, with no need to scrub or coat.

 

Why is this expanded metal the best choice for your truck bumper?

Already rolling with a Truck Defender bumper? Then this expanded aluminum panel is the upgrade you didn’t know you needed. It adds a whole new layer of durability, airflow, and functional protection—perfect for folks who spend more time on gravel than on pavement.


Don’t wait until road debris dents your investment. Toughen up your custom bumper with the lightweight muscle of expanded aluminum. It’s a small add-on that delivers big-time results—just like the hard work you put in every day. Order now and give your bumper the extra grit it deserves.

 

Custom Bumper Tips

Always do your homework before you buy a bumper! Below you can find everything you need to know about bumpers’ weight, thickness, selection, and more. To help your decision, we’ve compiled a full list of all the bumpers we carry. Compare them by look, function, and price.


Everyone wants to know about the weight of steel bumpers and we’re here to help you out. In this blog, you can find every answer to any question you could have about it.


What’s the right thickness for a bumper? Find out with our guide to bumper thickness.

Shipping

This policy applies to purchases made on BumperOnly.com and orders placed with a BumperOnly sales representative. “Shipment date” means the date an order is given to the carrier; it is not the delivery date.

1. Order confirmation and availability

An order-confirmation email means we received your order. It does not guarantee inventory, fitment, a shipment date, or a delivery date. Products may ship from BumperOnly, a manufacturer, or a distributor, and online availability is subject to verification.

We may contact you to confirm vehicle details, fitment, delivery requirements, or liftgate requirements. Incorrect or missing information can delay an order. If we cannot fulfill an unshipped item because of an inventory, pricing, fitment, shipping, or product-status issue, we may cancel and refund that item.

2. Processing, lead times, and delays

In-stock items are generally processed within 1–2 business days. Based on recent fulfillment data, most in-stock orders arrive within about 1–2 weeks after the order is placed. This estimate includes processing and carrier transit and is not guaranteed. Please wait until the complete order is delivered and inspected before scheduling installation, travel, labor, or vehicle downtime.

Custom, made-to-order, special-order, and backordered products have brand-specific lead times. Many are estimated at 6–9 weeks. Trail Ready, Truck Defender, Buckstop, and Bodyguard may require about 10–14 weeks. The estimate provided for the specific product and order controls. All lead times are estimates and may change.

If a supplier changes an estimate, we will contact you when we receive material new information and again as the estimated lead time approaches. We do not promise updates on a fixed schedule when the supplier has no new information. If a promised timeframe cannot be met, we will provide the current estimate or explain that no reliable date is available and discuss the options available for that order.

3. Payment and cancellations

Payment authorization and charge timing can vary by payment method. A pending authorization or charge does not mean an item is in stock or has shipped. For a backordered or special-order item, we will provide the available lead-time information before proceeding when confirmation is required.

Contact us immediately to request a cancellation. A standard-stock item that has not shipped can generally be cancelled. A 3% processing fee may apply to a customer-requested cancellation of a processed order, calculated on the full order amount. No fee applies when BumperOnly cancels an item or when a full refund is required by an accepted delay notice or applicable law.

Custom, made-to-order, or special-order items cannot be cancelled after the manufacturer accepts them for production unless the manufacturer approves an exception. Any supplier charge or non-cancellable term must be disclosed and accepted before purchase where required. After shipment, an order cannot be cancelled and is governed by the Return Policy.

4. Shipping area, free shipping, and liftgate service

Free standard shipping applies only to eligible orders delivered within the contiguous United States unless the product page or a written quote says otherwise. Orders to Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, or destinations outside the United States require a quote and may not be available for every product.

Free standard shipping on eligible orders in the contiguous United States has no extra shipping charges. The only possible add-on is liftgate service. If a delivery needs a liftgate, we will explain the cost and obtain the customer’s approval before shipment.

5. Freight delivery and appointments

Large and oversized products may ship by freight; smaller accessories may ship by parcel. The actual shipping method determines whether the freight requirements in this policy apply. Freight delivery is generally curbside. The driver is not required to move the shipment into a garage, building, residence, or shop. Assembly and installation are not included.

Provide an accurate delivery address and a valid daytime telephone number. The carrier or freight terminal will normally contact that number to arrange or provide notice of delivery. Carrier calls are courtesy notifications, and BumperOnly cannot guarantee a minimum notice period, exact delivery window, or appointment availability.

The customer or an authorized adult should be present to inspect and sign for the freight and should have enough people and suitable equipment to move it safely. If you miss the carrier’s call, contact both the carrier and BumperOnly. If you cannot attend a proposed delivery, contact the carrier to reschedule.

6. Tracking, split shipments, and lost freight

We will email tracking or freight information when it becomes available. Freight tracking may update less often than parcel tracking and can appear after the shipment enters the carrier network. Products from different sources may arrive in separate shipments and on different dates.

If tracking stops moving for an unusual period or a shipment appears lost, contact us. We will work with the carrier and provide the appropriate replacement or refund after the investigation or when otherwise required.

7. Inspect before signing: damage, shortages, and wrong items

Before signing the delivery receipt or Bill of Lading (BOL), count the cartons or pieces and inspect every side of the packaging and pallet. Photograph the shipment, labels, pallet, and any damage while the driver is present. Write specific damage or shortage details on the delivery receipt.

If anything is missing, write “received incomplete” and the piece count—for example, “received incomplete: 2 of 3 pieces”—on the delivery receipt and contact BumperOnly immediately. If there is substantial visible damage, note it on the receipt, take photographs, contact BumperOnly, and refuse the affected shipment.

Minor cosmetic damage does not always require refusal. If you are willing to accept an item with minor damage, describe the damage on the delivery receipt and photograph it before signing. Any repair allowance, replacement, or partial credit is subject to review and is not guaranteed merely because the shipment was accepted.

Report concealed damage, shortages, or an incorrect item to info@bumperonly.com as soon as possible and, when possible, within 2 calendar days after delivery. If circumstances prevented timely inspection, explain the reason and send the documentation immediately. We will review verified late reports case by case, but delayed reporting may limit remedies available from the carrier or manufacturer. Include the order number, delivery receipt, labels, piece count, and clear photographs, and keep all packaging.

Do not install, modify, paint, powder coat, repair, or discard the product before the claim is resolved. Once a product has been installed or modified, it is not eligible for a shipping-damage claim except where applicable law requires otherwise. For documented finish damage reported before installation, the available remedy may be a replacement or an approved partial credit, depending on the documentation, severity, and availability.

8. Customer-caused delivery charges and contact

There are no routine shipping add-ons other than possible liftgate service. However, actual carrier costs caused after shipment by incorrect customer information, a customer-requested address change or reroute, an unreachable recipient, a missed appointment, unavailable unloading equipment, or refusal of a correct and undamaged shipment are the customer’s responsibility. These may include storage, redelivery, reconsignment, address-correction, or return-freight charges.

If the shipment is returned, the Return Policy and any applicable restocking fee may also apply. These charges do not apply to a properly documented refusal caused by substantial shipping damage, missing freight, a wrong product, or a BumperOnly or fulfillment error. A case-by-case waiver does not guarantee that the same charge will be waived for another order.

For shipping questions or to report a delivery issue, contact BumperOnly Support at info@bumperonly.com or 1-832-998-8096, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Central Time. Mailing address: 4707 Highway 36 S, Suite 35, Rosenberg, TX 77471.

Price Guarantee

We work hard to ensure that the prices of our aftermarket truck bumpers are the best available online. That's why we guarantee that you'll get the lowest price on all of our bumpers and accessories. Here's how it works:

  • We guarantee that the price of our aftermarket truck bumpers is the best available online. If you find an online store that offers a specific model at a lower price, let us know and we'll match their price for your purchase.
  • If you find that the exact bumper at an even lower price online within 6 months after your purchase, we will refund you the difference. Simply send a price difference refund request to support@bumperonly.com. This applies even to the prices from our own store at BumperOnly.com
  • The competitor must be an online retailer with no physical stores and they must be an authorized dealer of the bumpers or accessories in question. The competing online store must also have the product in stock on their website for our price match guarantee to apply.
  • The price match guarantee does not apply to online marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, Overstock or any other similar websites. The competitor must be selling the item directly on their own online store.
  • Additional promos cannot be applied in addition to the price match guarantee. For example, the free gift promo cannot be added on top of the price match guarantee. Only one promotion can be applied per purchase.

Once we confirm that your order is eligible for our price match guarantee, you can be confident that you're getting the very best deal online.

Whether you're looking for heavy-duty truck bumpers by Ranch Hand, a winch bumper by Fab Fours, or any other aftermarket truck bumper, if you shop with BumperOnly, you'll never have to worry about buyer's remorse.

For any questions about our price match guarantee, feel free to get in touch.

Shop without fear. Let BumperOnly take care of the rest.

Installation Guide
TRUCK DEFENDER comes complete with installation instruction. If you need assistance, call TRUCK DEFENDER Products Technical Support or bring it to your local auto body shop to install.

Please click here to download installation manual.