Overview
The Westin DiamondStep Universal Style Rear Bumper in black, part number 61000, is a ribbed 12 gauge steel utility bumper for older compact pickups: the 1980–1994 Toyota Pickup, the 1983–1996 Mitsubishi Mighty Max and the 1983–1993 Dodge Ram 50. It requires a Universal Rear Bumper Mount Kit to install.
Westin, working with Fey, says the bumper is made of heavy duty 12 gauge tempered steel and is tested and V5 certified. The hitch plate has a 90 degree angle for increased towing capacity.
Key features
- Ribbed DiamondStep design with classic utility lines
- Heavy duty 12 gauge tempered steel
- It is V5 certified.
- Hitch plate with a 90 degree angle and added steel at high stress areas
- Black powder coat finish
Older truck rear bumpers
Rear bumpers on older compact pickups do more than protect the tailgate. They take hits when backing into posts, and they often carry a hitch, a spare tire or lights, so the mounting points see steady stress. Steel bumpers of this era can rust at the welds and bolt holes, which is worth inspecting before a new bumper goes on the frame.
If you add a hitch to a steel bumper, keep the load rating of the hitch and the bumper in mind, because the frame and mounting hardware are shared. Check that the new kit’s bolts seat fully, and recheck them after the first few drives. Replace worn mounting bushings or brackets at the same time, since they wear together. Touch up powder coat chips to slow rust.
Specifications
| Brand | Westin |
|---|---|
| Part number | 61000 |
| UPC | 26149610009 |
| Product type | Universal style rear bumper, DiamondStep |
| Position | Rear |
| Material | 12 gauge tempered steel |
| Finish | Black powder coat |
| Receiver hitch | No |
| D-ring mounts | Not included |
| Tire carrier | No |
| Required to install | Universal Rear Bumper Mount Kit |
Vehicle fitment
The bumper fits the 1980–1994 Toyota Pickup, the 1983–1996 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, the 1987–1992 Mighty Max 1 Ton, the 1983–1993 Dodge Ram 50 and the 1983–1986 Dodge Power Ram 50.
The Toyota Tacoma, which replaced the Pickup, is not on this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
The black DiamondStep rear bumper.
Not included: the Universal Rear Bumper Mount Kit that Westin says is required.
