New member, bull bar question.

[BARtruth]

I own a 2008 ST and I love it. I want a push, nudge, bull bar on it but the options for it are limited being a 2nd. gen. I'd like to get a Safari Bar but they are only available for 1st. Gen. Does anyone know if there is a different vehicle mounting system that will fit the 2nd. gen.? I don't mind a little fabricating or welding if necessary.

 

[Trac726]

I have seen them on e bay for our model but im not sure of the quality.

 

[BARtruth]

Bull bar.

No. I've searched ebay and everywhere else many times. There are many bull bars and grille guards available but not the Safari Bar.

 

[GSU4x4]

i found this site a while back after seeing a police Sport Trac, they're kinda expensive but I'm sure they are tough...plus you can order them with lights if you wanted too.

http://www.fleetsafety.com/Push-Bumpers/Truck-Push-Bumpers/

And I'm pretty sure you can order grille guards for our trucks by ordering for the 06-09 Explorer

**someone correct me if I'm wrong about the compatibility of the front end**

 

[jupiterak]

No. I've searched ebay and everywhere else many times. There are many bull bars and grille guards available but not the Safari Bar.

I called Westin last year asking about this. They told me they don't make the Safari bar or brackets for the 06+ Explorers. I haven't seen anyone try this setup either. I like this over the thick bull bars, looks too big imo. I always thought the Mercedes suv bars are nice cause the plastic license plate mounts onto the bar.

 

[BARtruth]

I called Westin last year asking about this. They told me they don't make the Safari bar or brackets for the 06+ Explorers. I haven't seen anyone try this setup either. I like this over the thick bull bars, looks too big imo. I always thought the Mercedes suv bars are nice cause the plastic license plate mounts onto the bar.

That's what I think too. A lot of Gen. 1 STs have them. I believe that I can adapt one but I don't want to waste the money if I can't.