Windup Bumper

[74G8R2]

Ever heard it called this? I am trying to buy a new replacement windup bumper - hopefully polyurethane. This part may be also be known as an axle snubber. My 1980 Jeep TSM describes this windup bumper on page 2N-1 as a "stamped bracket with a rubber bumper attached to it (fig. 2N-6). The bracket is attached to the inner side of the right frame rail adjacent to and just above the front axle housing. During severe operation when extreme spring movement and front axle travel occurs, the bumper contacts a pad on the front axle housing to prevent excessive housing movement." There is only one. It is not one of the four frame mounted bump stops.

I have searched multiple forums, manufacturers, and parts houses trying to locate one and can't find it. Would appreciate any leads on a source. See picture below of mine before disassembly. The bumper is clearly visible in the first photo and only the bracket is visible in the second photo. Thanks in advance....

 

[Torxhead]

I purchased a neopreme bumper from a local 4wd shop that had a 3/8" stud sticking out of it. It is a bit longer than oem but still has never made contact with the front diff. It was made by energy suspension.

 

[Peanut Butter]

It is more commonly referred to as a pinion snubber. Prothane Polyurethane makes one for their complete jeep kit. Don't know it they sell it separately. However, here is one that will work, and their are others. Maximum Motorsports Mustang Rear Solid Axle Pinion Snubber (79-04) Rod

 

[74G8R2]

It is more commonly referred to as a pinion snubber. Prothane Polyurethane makes one for their complete jeep kit. Don't know it they sell it separately. However, here is one that will work, and their are others. Maximum Motorsports Mustang Rear Solid Axle Pinion Snubber (79-04) Rod

Thanks PB, I'll keep that one in mind if I can't find a direct replacement.

 

[74G8R2]

I purchased a neopreme bumper from a local 4wd shop that had a 3/8" stud sticking out of it. It is a bit longer than oem but still has never made contact with the front diff. It was made by energy suspension.

Thanks Torxhead, I looked hard at the Energy website and couldn't find one. I think my next move will be to give them a call.

 

[Torxhead]

The one that I have looks quite similar to the one Peanut Butter listed.

 

[Lumpy Grits]

It's there to save the oil pan.
LG

 

[74G8R2]

Found the solution. Ordered a new polyurethane oem-like "differential pinion snubber" through 4 Wheel Parts. It's back ordered so we'll see how that goes. It's made by DEE Engineering (Prothane). Here's a link to the cut-sheet and a picture of the part.
http://www.4wheelparts.com/Differential-Pinion-Snubber.aspx?t_pt=4862&t_pn=D/IU60003-BL