ok, i heard all positive feedback about shrock bumpers. what about calmini bumpers? i saw pics of it, it appears to be similar to shrock maybe sticking out a little bit farther. any feedback on calmini front bumper for 2006 x? what are pros/cons vs shrock bumper?

I have no experience with either, i rock the stock
but i think the shrock looks better

I have never seen the Calmini 2nd gen bumper, but I can tell you the Shrock is TOP quality.

Looking at pics of the Calmini, these are my impressions:
1. It's bulky as hell
2. NO recovery points!
3. No headlight hoops
4. Winch is out in the open, not hidden at all.

Also, Calmini is known for bad powdercoat and it will probably rust MUCH quicker than the Shrock ever will. Calmini first gen. Xterra bumpers are made of lighter guage material, so I imagine the 2nd gen bumpers are the same.

Plus, Shrock will customize the bumper to fit your needs, basically whatever you want he will try to accomodate. With Calmini, you're literally lucky if you don't get yelled at when you call.

Boooo Calmini, Hooray Shrockworks!!

does shorck bumper come with skidplate that covers lower radiator, or is it something i need to order in addition to the shockrock bumper? thanks again

Comes as a standard feature on the 05-07 bumper. (It's option on the 00-04 bumper)

Yep to all above.

http://smiliesftw.com/x/werd2.gif

HAHAHAHA I BEEN DYING TO USE THIS SMILEY

Shrock is a nice place to call and ask "how is my bumper coming?" I ordered shackles from Calmini and they def. have the attitude like they are the only company in the world that you can get parts from. I wanted to cancel my order due to poor customer service.