Everybody has their own opinion of what constitutes a good mod. Respect other people's opinions in order for other people to respect yours. Otherwise, what you think are innocuous comments turn into flame wars.

A rear step bumper is not a no-brainer. By mounting to the trailer hitch which in turn mounts to the body structure underneath the floor and bypasses the rear impact absorbing bumpers. If another car were to rear end you at 10 MPH, do you think you would have more damage with or without your rear Polar Bear step bumper?