Trail Gear bumper install troubles possible frame damage?

I'm trying to install my Trail Gear tube bumper and I'm unable to get the support piece installed. It won't fit over the existing rails... I soon realized a significant difference in the gaps between the rails and radiator. below.



Passenger above.

Driver below.



I can't fit a finger into the passenger gap; however I'm able to get my index finger between the gap in driver side. This is about how much I'm off. I wouldn't expect this project to be this difficult, my next option is to rubber mallet and beat the damn thing on (really don't want to do that.) So, TW did I miss something blatantly obvious? If so let me know, I can take it .

Sincerely,

One pissed off SOB at the moment.

 

Mine was difficult to fit but yours sounds worse. I used a mallet and a pry bar to line everything up.