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2016 SSO Slimline Bumper

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by LostSherpa, Jun 1, 2016.

  1. Dec 23, 2016 at 3:01 PM
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    Kennedyusmc

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    Sorry man,
    I'm dense. I'm not seeing where they go in the pic above...
     
  2. Dec 23, 2016 at 3:02 PM
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    Icon Stage 2, 275/70/17 KO2s, SSO slimline bumper, Warn Zeon 10-S winch, Rigid SR-20 light bar, TRD SEMA rims, Mobtown Offroad sliders, RCI skids, LED light conversion
    Yep...you're right...they sent you the wrong ones. I'm running without them for the moment until I can figure out how to fit this winch.
     
  3. Dec 23, 2016 at 3:04 PM
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    MooseknuckleV22

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    Slimline owners w/ winches....have any of you been able to cram a Warn Zeon in there without removing the solenoid??? I'm having a heck of a time with it.
     
  4. Dec 23, 2016 at 3:21 PM
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    Kennedyusmc

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    See PM- more mods required
     
  5. Dec 23, 2016 at 5:24 PM
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    Kennedyusmc

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    Ok I updated my thread with a few tricks to squeeze a 10k Zeon winch with top mounted solenoid in...
     
  6. Dec 24, 2016 at 12:21 PM
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    Well....I laughed, I cried, I swore occasionally....but I'm happy to report that I finally got my SSO slimline installed alongside a Warn Zeon 10-S and a Rigid SR-20. Big thanks to @Kennedyusmc who gave me the courage to chop off some extra parts to make my winch choice fit.

    Now just waiting for my Factor 55 Flatlink-E to show up so I can take off the stock hook.


     
  7. Dec 24, 2016 at 12:29 PM
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    Kennedyusmc

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    Lots in common. Ordered my red flatlink e today.m

    Congrats. You're ahead of me, I still gotta thread my cable.
     
  8. Dec 24, 2016 at 12:37 PM
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    Yeah....I did it first since I didn't want to deal with getting it seated in the spool after it was all tucked away in the bumper. I used the needle-nose pliers/wire wrap technique to get it in there, but you may want to apply a little grease to get it through.

    I was initially worried there might be some clearance issues between the line and the radiator bits behind the winch, but even with the loose spool I've got on there now, it's still fitting with an extra half inch or so to spare. I still need to go out today and pre-tension.
     
  9. Dec 25, 2016 at 11:55 AM
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    The bumper arrived yesterday (24th) and will install next few days. Ordered the flatlink too. Gosh, you guys are costing me alot of money.
     
  10. Dec 26, 2016 at 9:35 AM
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  11. Dec 27, 2016 at 8:02 PM
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    Anyone here from Socal that has the front valence still? I need a unpainted TRD Offroad one. :)
     
  12. Dec 27, 2016 at 8:48 PM
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    damn loving the look of this front bumper. nice and sleek, definitely gotta add it to my wishlist.

    can you run this front bumper + hoop, no winch on stock suspension?
     
  13. Dec 27, 2016 at 8:49 PM
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    I think you'll be fine. Several folks have installed it (even with a winch) on stock and haven't had any issues. See @friendlywithbears previous post in this thread.
     
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  14. Dec 27, 2016 at 8:53 PM
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  15. Dec 27, 2016 at 9:34 PM
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    Running stock suspension with winch, no issues
     
  16. Dec 28, 2016 at 5:49 AM
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    I expect a little sag after this, dual battery and aluminum skids.
    I'll shore it up with toytec 1/2in leveling spacer.
     
  17. Dec 28, 2016 at 8:46 AM
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    Can anyone clarify how they worked in a Zeon 10-S with either a remote solenoid mount or triming? I have everything ready to go in but I'm hesitant to get into it without a plan for the winch knowing it's not straightforward.
     
  18. Dec 28, 2016 at 8:50 AM
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    Kennedyusmc

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    See my post- 424. There's a link there.
    You have to cut the center crossbar out:

    IMG_8350.jpg
     
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  19. Dec 28, 2016 at 8:55 AM
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    Out of curiosity...where are people mounting their front license plate with this bumper?
     
  20. Dec 28, 2016 at 9:11 AM
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    Pic?
     
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