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Dodge Ram 1500 Front Bumper vs Chrome Ram 1500/Classic 1500 Front Bumper Without Sensor Holes & Without Fog Light Holes

These bumpers fit different trucks, so the choice is mostly about your model year. The Replace® steel bumper (CH1002406) is for the 2019-2024 Ram 1500 and comes black primed, ready to paint. The chrome bumper (CH1002397) is for the 2013-2018 Ram 1500 and 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic, and it has no sensor or fog light holes. No current prices were provided for either, so compare live store prices on Deal.ai before buying.

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Dodge Ram 1500 Front Bumper

Dodge Ram 1500 Front Bumper

4.7· 77 ratings

Choose the Replace® steel front bumper if you own a 2019-2024 Ram 1500 (excluding Rebel) and want a primed bumper you can paint to match your truck.

Pros
  • Fits 2019-2024 Ram 1500, excluding Rebel
  • Steel construction with a primed finish ready for paint
  • 4.7 out of 5 from 77 ratings, a large sample
Buyers report factory-like fit and good value
Cons
  • Paint durability complaints: scratches down to primer
  • Corners have a lip some buyers shave before painting
  • Does not fit Rebel trims
  • Paint may need extra coats
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Chrome Ram 1500/Classic 1500 Front Bumper Without Sensor Holes & Without Fog Light Holes

Chrome Ram 1500/Classic 1500 Front Bumper Without Sensor Holes & Without Fog Light Holes

5· 4 ratings

Choose the chrome front bumper if you own a 2013-2018 Ram 1500 or a 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic and want a chrome finish with no sensor or fog light cutouts.

Pros
  • Fits 2013-2018 Ram 1500 and 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic
  • Chrome finish needs no paint
  • No sensor or fog light holes for a clean look
  • Buyers report it arrived as advertised
Cons
  • Only 4 ratings, a small sample
  • No fog light or sensor cutouts, so those features cannot be added
  • Chrome shows scratches and road salt more than painted steel
  • Fitment is limited to older and Classic trucks

What separates them

Dodge Ram 1500 Front BumperChrome Ram 1500/Classic 1500 Front Bumper Without Sensor Holes & Without Fog Light Holes
Vehicle fitment2019-2024 Ram 1500, excluding Rebel2013-2018 Ram 1500 and 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic
FinishBlack primed, ready to paintChrome
Fog light holesNot specifiedNone
Parking sensor holesNot specifiedNone
MaterialSteelNot stated
Quality lineReplace® Diamond Standard (BEST)Standard replacement
Customer rating4.7 out of 5 from 77 ratings5 out of 5 from 4 ratings
Reported paint durabilityBuyers report paint scratches to primer easilyNo paint complaints reported; chrome finish

Price history

  • Dodge Ram 1500 Front Bumper: lowest $205.30 on Nov 2 at Partify.
  • Chrome Ram 1500/Classic 1500 Front Bumper Without Sensor Holes & Without Fog Light Holes: lowest $306.99 on Nov 2 at Amazon.

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Dodge Ram 1500 Front Bumper

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Chrome Ram 1500/Classic 1500 Front Bumper Without Sensor Holes & Without Fog Light Holes

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Specs compared

SpecDodge Ram 1500 Front BumperChrome Ram 1500/Classic 1500 Front Bumper Without Sensor Holes & Without Fog Light Holes
MaterialSteel—
FinishBumper Comes Black Primed – Ready To Paint—
PlacementFront—
BrandReplace®—
TypeFront—

What reviewers say

Dodge Ram 1500 Front Bumper

Buyers rate it 4.7 out of 5 and mostly report a factory-like fit and a good color match after painting. The recurring complaint is paint durability: some owners say the finish scratches down to primer easily, and a few note the corners need shaving before paint.

Pros
  • Fits like factory
  • Paint color match reported as spot on
  • Well-protected packaging
  • Good value for the price
Cons
  • Paint scratches off easily down to primer
  • Paint could be thicker
  • Corners have a lip that should be shaved before painting
  • Aftermarket fit not perfect on every truck

Chrome Ram 1500/Classic 1500 Front Bumper Without Sensor Holes & Without Fog Light Holes

Only a handful of ratings exist, all 5 out of 5, so treat the score as thin. Buyers describe it as exactly what was needed and as advertised, and praise fast shipping. One buyer noted the item had not arrived yet at the time of writing.

Pros
  • Arrived as described
  • Fit the intended application
  • Fast shipping
  • Buyers would order again
Cons
  • One buyer had not received the item yet
  • Too few reviews to judge long-term chrome durability

Questions and answers

Will the Replace® bumper fit my 2022 Ram 1500 Rebel?
No. The listing says it fits 2019-2024 Ram 1500 excluding Rebel. Rebel owners should look for a Rebel-specific bumper.
Does the chrome bumper fit a 2021 Ram 1500?
Only if it is a Ram 1500 Classic. The chrome bumper fits 2013-2018 Ram 1500 and 2019-2024 Ram 1500 Classic, not the newer-generation 1500.
Which bumper lasts longer?
The chrome bumper avoids paint wear because it has no paint to chip. The steel bumper is strong, but buyers report its paint scratches to primer easily, so it may need repainting.
Can I add fog lights to the chrome bumper?
No. It has no fog light holes. You would need a bumper with cutouts or an aftermarket light mount.
Is the primed bumper ready to install?
It can be installed as-is in black primer, but most buyers paint it first to match the truck. Expect extra cost for paint.
Is one worth the extra money?
It depends on your truck. If you have a 2019-2024 Ram 1500, only the Replace® bumper fits. If you have a Classic, the chrome bumper is the direct fit.

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