differences in the 93-97 and 98+ bumper mounting points on the ranger

[schaffer]

I've been trying to find a bumper for my 98 ranger,something offroad orentiated that I could mount lights to,possibly some tow points and maybe a skid plat.im also obviously looking for some more protection.

I've found a few bumpers,but all for the 93-97 flavor,but not alot for the 98+.Maybe im just looking in the wrong places.

So what's the differences in the way they mount to the frame? The way the holes line up I assume? Possible I could drill some new holes to make a 93-97 fit(not that drilling holes into my fram is the best idea)

Any help?

 

[chvlfrk]

Hope this helps>>>>

93-97 bolt on vertically:

98up bolt on horizontally:

But it wouldn't be hard to modify either one to fit the other IMO