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Beefiest frame plates

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by License2Ill, Jan 22, 2013.

  1. Jan 22, 2013 at 4:41 PM
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    License2Ill

    License2Ill [OP] Woke like a Coma Toyota Tacoma

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    Just a quick question. Just to see what you guys recommend as the beefiest frame plates.

    I'm looking to order my rear plate bumper w/ tire carrier & hi-lift mount next week. Total, it looks like 300 lbs...
    I also frequently need to haul heavy loads over bullshit roads.

    Not wanting to box the frame.

    TIA for the suggestions.:)
     
  2. Jan 22, 2013 at 6:24 PM
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    Box Rocket

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    They're all about the same. Everyone that I know of uses 3/16th plate. Only way to do more is to make your own from 1/4"
     
  3. Jan 22, 2013 at 6:52 PM
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    the frame is boxed allready :D
     
  4. Jan 22, 2013 at 7:18 PM
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    Okay, thanks Box. Are there any that you've seen that seem like a better design as far as how it's weld fitment is designed?

    I know! Too bad they didn't box the whole thang!:rolleyes::D
     
  5. Jan 22, 2013 at 9:19 PM
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    Not the rear portion. It'll bend it hit hard enough with enough weight in the back.

    I was gonna go with CBI plates man.

    Or if your looking to relocate your rear shocks maybe consider the TG frame boxing kit.
     
  6. Jan 22, 2013 at 9:48 PM
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    License2Ill

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    I'm gonna have CBI do my bumper.

    Their plates (first choice), seem like more plate and less welding surface to me....
    I might want to relocate the shock mounts after going to 10" and it doesn't work out.
     

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